Advanced Acquisition Analyst

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI); Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Financial benefits

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) in Colorado Springs is seeking an Advanced Acquisition Support Analyst to provide dedicated full-time support to the Missile Defense Agency. This role involves working with innovative, technical space-based programs and requires a strong background in DoD acquisition processes.

The successful candidate will support acquisition planning, prepare strategic planning documents, and coordinate efforts with high-level DoD officials. A background in Program Management and a relevant degree are essential.

Salary ranges between $100,000/year and $130,000/year, with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years relevant experience in Program Integration, Acquisition, Budget or Program Management.
• Experience directly supporting a Federal Acquisition or DoD program.
• Current Secret Security Clearance Required.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of Missile Defense System acquisition policy.
• Prepare planning documents and coordinate acquisition strategies.
• Develop reports and decision papers for senior leadership.

Skills

Knowledge of DoD acquisition directives

Experience with developing Acquisition Plans

Support for acquisition planning

Expertise in strategic planning

Outstanding written and oral communication skills

Education

BA/BS in related field

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

Overview

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking an Advanced Acquisition Support Analyst to join our team. You will provide full-time hybrid (combination of onsite and telework per customer discretion) dedicated support to the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Space Capabilities Office (MDA/DCS), located at Schriever SFB, CO (Missile Defense Integration Operations Center (MDIOC)).

You will be supporting several innovative, highly technical, and fast-paced space-based developmental programs. These critical programs will procure, test, and deliver national space assets to the warfighting Combatant Commands.

Responsibilities

• Working knowledge of applicable DoD acquisition directives to support the development of Missile Defense System (MDS) acquisition policy, plans, processes, procedures, and guidance for MDS development and fielding
• Experience with developing Acquisition Plans, Justification and Approvals, Request for Proposal packages, Statements of Work, and Contract Data Requirement Lists
• Ability to interpret MDA acquisition guidance to support acquisition planning and MDS program integration
• Support the development of acquisition implementing/operating instructions, directives, plans and policies
• Expertise in strategic planning, acquisition strategy development, and development of key acquisition documentation to support acquisition strategy approval and execution
• Prepare planning documents to coordinate integrated acquisition strategies within the MDS and OGA partners
• Prepare MDS acquisition documentation and executive-level decision papers
• Demonstrated experience supporting and interacting on a daily basis with high level DoD Officials (O-6 and above, GS-15/NH-4 equivalent), sitting on-site with the DoD Program Office and ability to deliver products successfully in a fast paced environment (on demand)
• Prepare and staff Directorate of Acquisitions actions for functional and technical review and comment; perform internal and external Agency coordination and reporting
• Demonstrated capability to develop reports, information papers, decision papers, and briefings for senior leadership and external stakeholder leadership
• Experience in cost, schedule and performance management for a space-based program and/or a DoD system
• Possess knowledge of acquisition processes/activities required to support the evaluation of contract performance against the program baselines
• Experience translating technical requirements into contract requirements
• Capable of working independently or leading cross-functional teams to research, track, and complete ad hoc tasks associated with the PWS
• Demonstrated ability to organize and execute meeting logistics and represent the Directorate at higher-level meetings as required
• Ability to track, coordinate, and manage information requests from both internal and external agencies
• Ability to collaborate and both troubleshoot problems and support the needs of the program office(s)
• Ability to draft and brief complex acquisition solutions, e.g., Other Transactions (OT) and hybrid acquisitions or equivalent
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills

Qualifications

• BA/BS in related field with 10+ years relevant experience in Program Integration, Acquisition, Budget, or Program Management; Prefer experience at MDA, OGA, or DoD; MA/MS, PMP or DAWIA Level III certification may substitute for 3 years of experience
• 10 years directly supporting a Federal Acquisition or DoD program(s) as an acquisition/program analyst overseeing cost, schedule, and performance
• 5 years in a DoD program management and integration environment providing strategic level analysis, communications, and staff coordination for executive level review

Desired Skills

• Experience with Other Transactions Authority contract mechanisms
• Experience in one or more program offices is highly desirable
• Proficiency in MS Office suite
• Current Secret Security Clearance Required and eligible for TS/SCI

Salary Range

The pay range for this position in Colorado is $100,000/year to $130,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract rates, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per the Colorado Equal Pay Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via MTSI’s internal or external careers site.