Program Analyst

Decision Technologies, Inc. • Washington, DC

7d • $70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Decision Technologies seeks a Program Analyst to support PEO IWS 2 for Rotating Radars in acquisition, systems engineering, and project management of radar systems. The role helps ensure the program remains within cost, schedule, and risk parameters and requires an active Secret clearance. The position is based in Washington, D.C., with 25% travel.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance.
• Experience with DOD 5000 as it applies to acquisition and systems engineering.
• Working knowledge of change requests and Engineering Change Proposals.
• Financial experience with budgets, estimating, and Task Planning Sheets.
• Familiarity with configuration management principles.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
• Competence with personal computers and MS Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• 3–5 years of experience in DOD Acquisition.
• Familiarity with shipboard installation processes.
• Familiarity with the PEO IWS Element Certification Process.
• Experience with obsolescence management and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS).
• Working knowledge of the US Navy planning process (SHIPMAIN) and Navy Data Environment (NDE).
• Practical experience with shipboard rotating radar systems.
• Knowledge of various Combat System Elements.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between the Radar Community and various PEOs, SHAPMs, and technical communities to provide project management support.
• Develop POM issue papers, 7300s, Obligation Phasing Plans (OPPs), Task Planning Sheets (TPSs), budgets, P-Exhibits, and spend plans; draft responses defending the budget.
• Review Department of Defense guidance and policy for application and implementation for In-Service Radars.
• Facilitate and lead technical interchange meetings and working groups to resolve programmatic and technical issues involving the Navy Program Office, In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA), Navy Laboratories, and Radar Design Agent.
• Support systems engineering by defining system interfaces, reviewing Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), and participating in Critical Design Reviews.
• Develop PowerPoint presentations and agendas; coordinate meetings; track risks and action items; and prepare meeting minutes.
• Serve as an action item officer and coordinate the Equipment Manufacturer, System Engineers, Acquisition Agent, and Logistics Leads to help meet project milestones, collecting required data and documentation promptly.
• Coordinate with Navy Warfare Center personnel to respond to data calls and prepare technical briefs for the Program Office.
• Support the Government Project Manager by monitoring cost and schedule performance through Earned Value.

Benefits

• Competitive paid time off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid certifications.

What This Job Offers

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