Program Analyst

Summary This position is part of the Department of War (DoW), Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The incumbent will be responsible for: Advising leadership on all matters related to program cost, schedule, and performance across the Missile Defense System to provide comprehensive situational awareness. Responsibilities 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-0343-4 broadband level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Expertly advises leadership on all matters related to program cost, schedule, and performance across the Missile Defense System (MDS) to provide comprehensive situational awareness. Coordinates with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure program requirements are properly identified, budgeted, acquired, and tracked to completion. Develops and adjusts workload priorities, acquisition strategies, and innovative solutions to keep programs on or ahead of schedule while managing and eliminating risks. Identifies concepts and directs the development of standardized processes, realignment of functions, and improved operating concepts to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. Researches, analyzes, and drafts comprehensive reports, briefings, and testimony for Congress and other external stakeholders in support of the agency's goals and vision. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You may qualify at the NH04 Broadband Level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-03/GS-13 grade level in the Federal service as listed below and must meet 2 of the 3 specialized experience listed below to be qualified: Applying of acquisition regulations, policies, and requirements for complex weapons systems in order to identify problems, develop innovative solutions, and recommend courses of action. Interpreting MDS, regulations, and technology to ensure program status, technical issues, and on-going activities align with projections and plans. Creating baselines for major defense programs, writing Acquisition Plans/ Strategies, J&As, Job Aids and briefing templates. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional Information Other Notes: ACQUISITION POSITION: This position requires Acquisition Workforce Level Advanced Certification in Program Management prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 24 months after entry into this position. DAWIA (Back to Basics) Certification: NON-CAP: Position requires DoD Acquisition Program Management, Advanced certification. Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 24 months after entry into this position. Selectee must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2-years. Click here for more details and Resources. RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)) This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.