Acquisition Management and Planning Analyst

Overview The SME-Level Acquisition Management and Planning Analyst performs a variety of acquisition management, planning, analysis, and business operations duties in support of Missile Warning programs Responsibilities In this role our Acquistions Manager will: Interact with a multidisciplinary DoD technical workforce and defense hardware contractors in the accomplishment of their duties. Support the Material Leader with Acquisition Planning for the Missile Warning mission area. Evaluate and support the development of program documentation, which includes acquisition strategies, systems engineering plans, Integrated Master Plans and Contract Data Requirements Lists, for adherence to DoD and Air Force policies and guidance. Responsibilities and tasks will also include: Perform market research and provide acquisition strategy recommendations Advise and assist in organizing and establishing Integrated Product Teams Analyze progress against program plan and schedule Evaluate program plan for compliance with applicable DoD and Air Force policies and guidance

Skills Required Experience:

At least 15 equivalent years of experience performing Acquisition Management and Planning activities in the government (military and/or civil servant), federally funded research and development center, or profit / non-profit government support / development Contractor arena. Knowledge of various quantitative techniques used to analyze data, develop models, interpret results and brief senior level DoD leadership. Must be able to work independently, as well as with a team, on time-sensitive high visibility tasks. Knowledge of DoD budgetary principles and procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition management regulations, practices, policies, and procedures associated with Major Defense Acquisition Programs.

Education:

Master's degree in Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, Technology, or Operations Research is required.

Security Clearance:

Active Top-Secret Clearance (required). US citizenship (required). Education Bachelor's degree required, preferably in math, engineering, or the sciences. watch_later Full-Time verified_user Security Clearance groups Senior-Level business On-site