Defense Accountability Consultant

Job Family:Operational Effectiveness ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 25%Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain SecretWhat You Will Do:Guidehouse is currently seeking operations consulting professionals in support of Department of Defense (DoD) clients. These teammates will be responsible for supporting engagements with major DoD Programs to improve operations and efficiency outcomes across the program lifecycle, including Program Acquisition and Sustainment functions, cost/schedule/performance management, and identifying new client challenges to solve.    Responsibilities of this role are as follows, to include but not limited to:Support consulting projects for major DoD weapon systems, overseeing all phases of the program lifecycle, including acquisition, sustainment, and modernization activities. Act as the primary liaison for government stakeholders, delivering clear guidance and regular status updates to ensure alignment and informed decisionmaking. Support cross-functional teams to achieve program goals. Identify, assess, and implement process improvements to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness. Support day-to-day project team activities to gain customer buy-in towards a common operating picture, solution architecture, and roadmap for execution. Assist federal clients to optimize the operations of their finance organization, including supporting the audit readiness, accounting, logistics and property management. Support audit remediation activities, such as developing/updating process documentation, Standard Operating Procedures, and developing/implementing corrective action plans to address findings. What You Will Need:Ability to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.Bachelor's Degree ONE (1) or more years of experience with DoD organizations and/or Aerospace & Defense (A&D) industry or similar commercial domain What Would Be Nice To Have:An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance Bachelors or Advanced degree in business, engineering, or related field TWO (2) or more years of experience in DoD or A&D production, acquisition, audit activities, property accountability, engineering and/or supply chain management Experience supporting complex programs, ideally in DoD or A&D industry Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI)Experience leading small client-facing teams through the lifecycle of a consulting engagement Experience developing written communication materials for senior level clients Ability to excel in a dynamic organization, adapting and responding quickly to new information and/or evolving requirements Proficiency with one or more: AI Chatbots, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, LLM Integration Experience serving or working for Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps Experience working for or with Lockheed Martin or Pratt & Whitney What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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