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# Acquisition Support -- Senior Systems Engineer - SME

- **Company:** Tecolote Research
- **Location:** El Segundo, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $140,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Network Interface Controllers
- **Published:** May 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8917053/acquisition-support-senior-systems-engineer-sme

## About the Role

o At least 15 equivalent years of experience performing Systems Engineering and Acquisition Management activities in the government (military and/or civil servant), federally funded research and development center, or profit / non-profit government support / development Contractor arena.
o Knowledge of various quantitative techniques used to analyze data, develop models, interpret results, and brief senior-level DoD leadership.
o Must be able to work independently, as well as with a team, on time-sensitive high-visibility tasks.
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
o Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
o Demonstrated knowledge of systems engineering practices and acquisition management regulations associated with Major Defense Acquisition Programs.
o Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance (required).
o US citizenship (required).
Education
# Master's degree (MA/MS) in Engineering, Mathematics, Technology, Operations Research, or related field is required., Bachelor's degree required, preferably in math, engineering, or the sciences.

## Description

The SME-Level Senior Systems Engineer serves as a pivotal senior advisor to the SPD and Chief Engineer, applying deep technical and acquisition expertise to ensure the successful execution of the Division's portfolio. You will drive the strategic alignment of high-level requirements to program execution by translating leadership's vision into actionable plans in support of the Space Systems Command (SSC) SYD 84/MT programs at LA AFB, CA., * In this role, you will support the Chief Engineer (CE) in the alignment of requirements to execution for the Resilient MW/MT architecture.

 * You will interact with a multidisciplinary DoD technical workforce and defense hardware contractors to guide programs through major milestones like Critical Design Reviews and Readiness Reviews.
 * You will evaluate and oversee the development of essential acquisition and engineering support documents (i.e., TEMP, SEP, PPP, and LCMP, ICDs).
 * Responsibilities and tasks will also include:
 + Supporting the development and maintenance of Program Interface Control Documents.
 + Supporting program elements to execute major milestones, Design Reviews, and Readiness Reviews.
 + Leading R MW/MT Architecture development and execution.


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