Acquisition Manager Officer

Summary

Acquisition Managers facilitate the logistics needed to ensure successful space operations. They oversee the procurement of advanced technologies, systems, and services necessary for the Space Force to maintain superiority in the space domain. These officers manage complex acquisition programs from concept to deployment.

Career Categories

• Leadership
• Logistics

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Completion of Officer Training School, ROTC, or a service academy.
• Security clearance eligibility.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be between the ages of 18 and 39.

Duties

• Manage acquisition programs for space systems and technologies.
• Develop acquisition strategies and cost estimates.
• Oversee contracts and procurement processes.
• Coordinate with industry partners and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations.
• Lead cross-functional acquisition teams.

Training & Education

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Guardian in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

Acquisition Managers receive training in contract management, program management, and acquisition regulations. The curriculum includes cost estimation, risk management, and systems engineering. Officers develop the expertise needed to manage complex acquisition programs for advanced space systems.

Training Duration

• 10 weeks of training
• 3 months of training