Management Analyst

Position Description & Qualifications Serco is excited to continue supporting the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Program Office (JPO). This contract provides program management support in support of the full acquisition lifecycle of the F-35 program, to include development, production, and sustainment. Our Senior Acquisition Management Analyst, located in Crystal City, Arlington, VA, provides program management support to the F-35 JPO, Combat Data Systems (CDS) Program Management Office (PMO) in developing and sustaining the F-35 Mission Planning and Reprogramming Enterprise of infrastructure, tools, and labs that produce mission data to enable Joint air dominance for U.S. Services, Partner Nations, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Customers. You will be part of a dynamic team of F-35 JPO Program/Project Managers and Analysts who work closely with the customer and other key F-35 National Security and Allied stakeholders to deliver quality F-35 systems. In this role, you will: Mission Planning Environment – assist Combat Data Systems PMO in providing Mission Planning tools to operational F-35 squadrons that enable Pilots and Mission Planners to develop and load the F-35 with mission-specific information. Mission Data Reprogramming Tools – assist CDS PMO in providing Mission Data Development Tools to operational reprogramming laboratories that enable sensor engineers to use intelligence data to develop Mission Data File Sets (MDFS), which are critical to equipping the F-35 with Aircraft/Airspace Situational Awareness, as well as in performing Combat Identification (CID), enabling weapon Cueing/ Targeting, and managing Electronic Attack (EA) and Countermeasures (Radio Frequency Countermeasures [RFCM] and Infrared Countermeasures [IRCM]). Verification and Validation Systems – assist Combat Data Systems PMO in providing verification and validation systems to operational reprogramming laboratories that enable operational analysts to test and assure MDFS in a realistic electromagnetic environment that can support the F-35 combat mission. To be successful in this role, you will have: An active DoD Secret security clearance. The ability to provide onsite support at F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) located in Crystal City, VA no less than 2 days per week, each week. Exact days in office at the JPO must be coordinated with F-35 customer and approved by your Serco manager. (Your onsite days in JPO office including adhoc meetings may increase to support the needs of the customer) Master's Degree and at least 10 years’ experience in program management, technical, or business analysis discipline, in weapon systems acquisition and life cycle management. OR a Bachelors degree plus 4 years of additional work experience (total of 14 years of work experience). Experience in program management, technical, or business analysis discipline, in weapon systems acquisition and life cycle management. A minimum of 6 years out of 10 years of recent work experience related to analysis and planning. At least 3 years in support of a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP). Demonstrated knowledge, and/or familiarity with the DoD 5000 acquisition series, Federal and DoD acquisition regulations and PPBE process. Demonstrated experience in the program/project status and earned value management. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with DoD reporting tools and major reports. The ability to travel up to 10%. Additional desired experience and skills: Experience of creating products and working in Microsoft Office Suite- Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel (data types, formulas and functions in the workbooks), Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft TEAMS. Experience with ETMS2 (task management tool). Company Overview Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters. To review Serco benefits please visit: . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: View email address on click.appcast.io or call the HR Service Desk at View phone number on click.appcast.io, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email. Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice. Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email View email address on click.appcast.io . Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Pay Transparency Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance - so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.Benefits - Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role): Medical, dental, and vision insurance Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds Tuition reimbursement program Life insurance and disability coverage Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits Employee Assistance Plan To review all Serco benefits please visit: . Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr