A&SF Center Business Operations Analyst
About The Position
MITRE’s Air and Space Forces Center (A&SFC) uses operational understanding, technical expertise, knowledge of the technology landscape, and cross-enterprise connectivity to solve U.S. Air and Space Forces’ problems. The A&SFC Program Management & Operations team leads operations, tracks program execution, and coordinates with Human Resources and Center leadership on workforce planning, program delivery, and other key operating functions. The Business Operations Analyst reviews and approves deliverables for compliance with Air Force contract program management requirements; monitors funding, schedules, and deliverables; supports quarterly program reviews and the annual report; and plans for recurring A&SFC and corporate program-management milestones. The role also supports the yearly Project Work Statement process, financial-tool rollout, allocation process, and analytical projects. The analyst works with program finance, business partners, contracts, and other stakeholder groups, develops recommendations, resolves issues independently, and leads and mentors junior staff. The position requires at least three days per week onsite.
Requirements
- Typically, at least 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree, 6 years with a master’s degree, or 3 years with a Ph.D.; an equivalent combination of related education and work experience may also qualify.
- At least 4 years of business operations or program management analyst experience, or related skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with Government program management staff.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with personnel at all levels, sponsors, and contractors.
- Excellent attention to detail, verbal and written communication, organization, and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously under general supervision.
- In-depth knowledge and experience with MITRE’s Air Force contract program management requirements.
- Understanding of the Air & Space Forces Center Allocation Process, DoW dollar ceiling, DoW OBBBA Reconciliation funds, and DoW exclusions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Excel formulas.
- Active Secret U.S. Government-issued security clearance; candidates must be U.S. citizens to be eligible for a security clearance.
- Ability to work onsite at least 3 days per week.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with the MITRE Requirements Tool (MRT).
- Willingness to adapt to and learn new reporting tools.
- Experience managing projects with multiple funding sources or sponsors.
Responsibilities
- Review deliverable products for compliance with Air Force contract program management requirements, provide direction on requirements and deviations as needed, and grant final approval for delivery.
- Work autonomously within established procedures and practices, suggesting process and method improvements where applicable.
- Apply lead-level technical or administrative expertise to complex assignments across varied stakeholders.
- Monitor, review, analyze, and report on progress involving program funding, deliverables, and products.
- Develop recommendations for management action to help ensure on-schedule delivery to the Air Force.
- Support the quarterly A&SFC Program Management Reviews.
- Support the A&SFC Annual Report within the timeline specified by contract requirements.
- Analyze cyclical A&SFC business and MITRE Corporate program management planning and reporting requirements, and develop detailed plans to meet milestones.
- Support the Principal Analyst with the yearly Project Work Statement process and amendments during the government fiscal year.
- Update the yearly Project Work Statement briefing for MITRE and Government Technical SMEs and provide training to MITRE Project Leaders as needed.
- Independently develop solutions and manage issues and problems.
- Represent A&SFC in financial tool working groups and recommend processes and guidance to A&SFC Project Leaders as tools and processes are introduced.
- Work closely with A&SFC Program Finance, Business Partners, Contracts, and AZS stakeholder groups, exchanging business or technical information tactfully and effectively.
- Independently plan and conduct assigned historical, present, and future analysis projects, prepare results, and formulate recommendations at the project and center levels.
- Assist with gathering information and supporting the yearly allocation process.
- Apply advanced business and management skills in support of broader organizational objectives.
- Lead and mentor junior staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
