Acquisition Program Analyst, SME - 5956

OBXtek; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Acquisition Program Analyst to support vital Air Force programs. This role involves managing complex acquisition processes, analyzing program data, and providing critical assessments for decision-making. With the opportunity for telework and a focus on collaboration, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the defense sector. Join a dedicated team that values innovation and excellence, and contribute to shaping the future of military capabilities. If you have the expertise and passion for defense acquisitions, this role is tailored for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plans

Dental and vision plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Matching 401K

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement program

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with DoD acquisitions, including 1 year in a HQ staff position.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Support HAF budget preparation and defense, ensuring compliance with program direction.
• Analyze program trends, provide recommendations, and maintain documentation.

Skills

DoD acquisitions

Budget preparation

Program management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Masters Degree

Tools

PPBE processes

Air Force acquisition policies

Job description

OBXtek is currently staffing for an Acquisition Program Analyst, SME in the Global Reach Programs Directorate (AQQ). This position supports the Secretary of the Air Force Headquarters on the Staffing and Technical Acquisition Services Support II (STAQSS II) contract.

AQQ directs, plans, and programs for development, procurement, and product support of Global Reach programs. Serves as the focal point within the HAF for Global Reach matters associated with integrated product life cycle management and facilitates Global Reach stakeholder collaboration in addressing lifecycle issues.

This position directly supports OSA/EA and VC-25A/B programs. This individual must meet the qualifications for the SME position as well have at least 5 years supporting OSA/EA programs or experience relevant to OSA/EA programs including operational experience with OSA/EA-related platforms and Senior Leader Communication programs.

*This position is currently telework eligible, with on-site work 4-5 days per week.

**This position can potentially be 100% onsite, based on the mission's needs.

The tasks for this position include:

• Supporting HAF budget preparation and defense, SAE oversight and decision-making activities, PEO program execution and oversight efforts of aircraft platforms.
• Maintaining and analyzing planning, scheduling, and management data.
• Studying, analyzing, and providing recommendations on requirements, acquisition strategies, program documentation, program phase transition plans, supplemental information, and program execution.
• Providing impartial assessments of programs approaching milestone decisions and of prime contractor technical and operational issues.
• Researching and analyzing program trends, identifying issues, and recommending solutions.
• Making recommendations on the allocation of funding, establishment of program goals, objectives, and schedules, and the formulation of program direction.
• Tracking documentation for compliance with stated program direction and identifying issues.
• Identifying and researching programmatic issues and tradeoffs in terms of required capabilities, costs, and schedules.
• Reviewing and providing recommendations on existing and proposed Air Force acquisition and capability area policies and implementation.
• Maintaining historical Air Force weapon program documentation and developing summary documents/briefings and training material.
• Providing short-notice, quick-reaction analyses of critical programmatic issues in the context of Congressional, OSD Staff, Joint Staff, HQ USAF, MAJCOM, NATO, coalition, or bi-lateral activities.
• Preparing PPBE documentation to ensure it accurately articulates the current program.
• Supporting the HAF review process- AFROC, JWCAs, DABs, Congressional cycle, ASPs, AFRBs, CSBs, GAO reports, etc.
• Performing the Secretariat function for ASPs, AFRBs, and CSBs.
• Reviewing and documenting MDR and FOIA requests.
• Reviewing capability area analysis and compare current and programmed capabilities/scenarios to determine and clarify Air Force weapon system acquisition requirements.
• Monitoring ongoing studies, analyses, and developmental work relevant to weapon systems.
• Supporting program-specific efforts like CONOPS development, CDD, CPD, IER, and requirements working groups.
• Handles confidential and classified (Secret/TS-SCI) information, correspondence, and communications.
• Any other tasks closely associated with the performance of duties list above and as coordinated with the COR.

Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance
• A minimum of 10 years of experience with DoD acquisitions, with at least 1 year in a Headquarters staff position.
• Masters Degree in any discipline.
• Strong familiarity with the DoD budget cycle and PPBE processes.
• 5 years supporting OSA/EA programs or experience relevant to OSA/EA programs including operational experience with OSA/EA-related platforms and Senior Leader Communication programs.

Headquartered in McLean, Virginia and founded in 2009, OBXtek is a growing leader in the government contracting field. Our mission is Our People…Our Reputation. Our people are trained professionals who enhance our customers’ knowledge and innovation using technology, collaboration, and education.

We offer a robust suite of benefits including comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, matching 401K, paid time off, tuition reimbursement program and much more.

OBXtek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Analyst and Other

Industries

• Airlines and Aviation