Acquisition Program Analyst (Mid-Level)

Kmssol; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a motivated Acquisition Program Analyst to support the U.S. Navy's Team Submarine organization. This role involves providing acquisition support for advanced undersea warfare technology, ensuring alignment with DoD processes, and facilitating communication among stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in DoD project management, excellent analytical and communication skills, and a Bachelor's degree in a technical field. Join a company recognized for its commitment to employee well-being and enjoy a competitive benefits package while contributing to critical defense initiatives.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k / retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Referral bonuses

Discretionary annual bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in DoD product, project, or program management.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills required.
• Knowledge of DoD contracts and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate discussions among stakeholders on program status.
• Research various Acquisition Topics and Documentation.
• Assist in preparing program/project management documentation.

Skills

DoD product management

DoD acquisition processes

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client interface skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

Acquisition Program Analyst (Mid-Level)

Company Overview:

KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nation’s security and well-being.

KMS is a two-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, we received the Providence Journal Rhode Island Top Workplaces award and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility

Position Summary / Objective:

KMS Solutions, LLC is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as an Acquisition Program Analystto provide acquisition support to the U.S. Navy Team Submarine organization at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC. You will provide direct support to the Undersea Defensive Warfare Systems Program Office (PMS 415) for Navy counter-measure defense systems that include the Acoustic Device Countermeasures (ADCs) that are part of the Navy's Next-Generation Countermeasure (NGCM) program. We are seeking a candidate to join our team and help provide the U.S. Navy with cutting edge undersea warfare technologyin the development and procurement of high technology weapons and defensive systems.

Essential functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Facilitate discussions and communications among stakeholders on program status and goals to improve alignment of program achievements with acquisition DoD processes.
• Participate in and support internal and external meetings and briefings. The Contractor shall interface between Program Office and various stakeholders and respond to internal and external inquiries.
• Work independently and energetically in researching various Acquisition Topics and Documentation, DoD 5000, SECNAV 5000, and Milestone Requirements for various ACAT II, III and Service-level programs.
• Work across PEO Staff and Program Office Branches; evaluate project schedules, procurement profiles, summarize relevant information, and brief government clients. Apply understanding of agencies’ mission, organizational interrelationships and priorities and consider the resource implications of decisions.
• Assist PMS 415 personnel with implementation of business processes; includes contributing to and preparing program/project management documentation, participating in long-range planning activities, establishing tasking priority/tracking, and metric development.

Required education and experience:

• Five (5) years of experience in DoD product, project, or program management.
• Experience working with the DoD acquisition programs and processes.
• Excellent communications and analytical skills; able to meet program officials and develop and implement actions needed to meet program milestones.
• Experience briefing senior leaders (O-6/GS-15 and above).
• Knowledge and understanding of DoD contracts, appropriations and budgeting, especially as used in defense acquisition programs.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (engineering, physics, etc.).

Preferred education and experience:

• Ten (10) years of experience in DoD product, project, or program management.
• Navy weapons or countermeasures experience (operations, acquisition, technical. Logistics, etc.).
• Experience supporting the US Navy or active-duty Navy experience is preferred.
• Must have excellent client interface skills.
• Must work individually and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be highly reliable and demonstrate personal initiative.

Additional eligibility requirements

Work authorization/security clearance requirements:

An active DoD Secret Clearance is required.

Other Duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Excellent listening skills are essential. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

The typical workday is eight hours in length. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, with concurrence from the supervisor. Attendance at prescheduled mandatory meetings is required. Must be available during the core work hours as determined by your contract/location and must account for the required number of hours in a pay period to maintain Full-time status.

Telework:

• This position has the opportunity for limited telework, but the individual must be able to attend meetings in person at Navy Yard on a regular basis. Greater in-office presence will be required during the initial 6 months as the requirements of the role are being learned.

Travel:

• Up to 20% travel may be required.

Benefits and Additional Compensation:

KMS offers a competitive benefits packaging including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program. Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus.

AAP/EEO Statement:

KMS Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.