Program Analyst

Missile Defense Agency • Redstone Arsenal, AL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of the Department of Defense (DoD), Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The incumbent will be responsible for serving as a Program Analyst for Acquisition and Sustainment. Salary Ranges are the following unless statutory/regulatory rates prevail. For the Redstone Arsenal, AL Location: $93,216 to $144,102 (includes 21.91% locality) Duties This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Acq Demo Business and Technical Management to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. As a Program Analyst at the NH-0343-3 broadband level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Assisting Senior Acquisition Program Analysts and Program Managers with assignments related to acquisition and/or program cost, schedule and performance across the Missile Defense System. Preparing materials related to acquisition policy, planning and assessment across the Missile Defense System. This will require comparison of actual program developments against approved plans and baselines to identify potential/actual issues. Assisting leadership in identifying and coordinating near-term and long-term program requirements to ensure that Missile Defense System Programs meet mission objectives.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-02/GS-11 grade level in the Federal service
• Developing acquisition strategies and contract requirements packages.
• Applying acquisition policies and regulations.
• Coordinating between requirements owners and enabling organizations.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Employee must obtain/maintain a Non-Critical Sensitive (Secret) Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Incumbent must obtain mandatory Back-to-Basics (BtB) certification within 60 months of entry into position.
• Selectee must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Senior Acquisition Program Analysts and Program Managers with assignments related to acquisition and/or program cost, schedule and performance across the Missile Defense System.
• Preparing materials related to acquisition policy, planning and assessment across the Missile Defense System.
• Comparing actual program developments against approved plans and baselines to identify potential/actual issues.
• Assisting leadership in identifying and coordinating near-term and long-term program requirements to ensure that Missile Defense System Programs meet mission objectives.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed