Senior Acquisition Analyst - FW - SOF AT&L

Applied Research Solutions•Tampa, FL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Research Solutions is hiring a Senior Acquisition Analyst to support Special Operations Forces Acquisition, Technology and Logistics’ Program Executive Office for Fixed Wing (PEO-FW). PEO-FW delivers and sustains fixed-wing capabilities for SOF strike, armed overwatch, mobility, and operations in contested or degraded environments. Its work includes fielding platforms and upgrades, integrating advanced sensors, resilient navigation, precision effects, and software enhancements, and supporting testing, training, and integration to prepare aircrews to employ new capabilities. The analyst supports acquisition program management, requirements development, market research, program analysis, resource allocation, and coordination with government counterparts and other personnel. The position is based on-site at MacDill AFB, Florida, with 25% travel. Employment is contingent on successfully completing a background investigation, including criminal history and identity checks.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must possess and maintain a TS clearance with SCI eligibility.
DAWIA Advanced Equivalency (formerly Level III) in Program Management, Engineering & Technical Management, or Test & Evaluation; alternatively, ability to obtain it within six months of hire with customer deferral.
Bachelor’s degree in acquisition, business, or a related field.
At least 10 years of relevant experience in DoD Acquisition Program Management.
Demonstrated DoD Program Management experience requiring in-depth resource and financial management expertise and familiarity with DoD financial management systems and regulations.
Demonstrated experience preparing budgets for DoD acquisition programs, including budget exhibits and Congressional briefings.
Demonstrated experience preparing Program Object Memorandum submissions and briefings for DoD acquisition programs.
Experience coordinating and integrating across multiple programs (cross-program/horizontal integration).
Successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history and identity check.

Responsibilities

Collect and analyze metrics and requirements from supported organizations.
Develop elements of program acquisition strategies.
Support or conduct portions of market research.
Keep program information current and organize data for management decision-making.
Prepare reports and briefings on program status, policies, and procedures in support of acquisition program milestones.
Support cost/benefit analysis.
Analyze program effectiveness and efficiency and develop recommendations to improve program operations.
Answer data calls and inquiries about program policies and procedures.
Participate in requirements development in support of Senior Managers and Government counterparts.
Monitor programs for compliance with policies and procedures.
Manage program cost, schedule, performance, and risks in accordance with policies and procedures, and formulate proposed mitigations as necessary.
Coordinate program information with personnel.
Interpret regulations and directives to determine their impact on programs.
Determine requirements and develop goals and objectives to accomplish the mission.
Support government counterparts in executing programs according to plans and modifying program policies and procedures in response to regulatory changes.
Research ways to eliminate program bottlenecks and barriers to production and support government counterparts in developing solutions to program issues.
Oversee the allocation of resources based on program requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.