Business Process Engineer

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies is seeking a Business Process Engineer in Fort Meade, MD. This position is crucial for improving international acquisition processes and requires a Bachelor’s degree along with three years of related experience. Candidates should be familiar with process modeling tools and possess Lean Six Sigma certification.

The role involves analysis, documentation, and re-engineering of business processes supporting various acquisition activities. Strong stakeholder engagement skills and technical proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in business process analysis or a related role.
• Familiarity with International Acquisition or Security Assistance.
• Lean Six Sigma certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses of existing international acquisition processes.
• Design and propose improved business processes.
• Develop performance metrics and monitoring systems.

Skills

Business process analysis

Process improvement

Process modeling tools

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Visio

Lucidchart

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Business Process Engineer

Bowhead is seeking a Business Process Engineer for an upcoming effort in the Fort Meade, MD area. This key position supports the International Acquisitions and Engagements Branch by providing expertise to analyze, document, and re-engineer business processes related to international acquisition activity in support of DISA.

Process Analysis and Documentation

• Conduct comprehensive analyses of existing international acquisition processes, including FMS, Technology Release and Foreign Disclosure (TRFD), International Engagements, International Agreements, Program International Acquisition, and training coordination.
• Document current 'as-is' business processes, workflows, and systems using industry-standard methodologies and tools.
• Identify bottlenecks, redundancies, and inefficiencies in current processes.

Process Re-Engineering and Improvement

• Design and propose 'to-be' business processes that are more efficient, effective, and aligned with strategic objectives.
• Develop and present business case analyses for proposed process changes, including cost-benefit analysis and risk assessment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement new and improved business processes.

Performance Measurement and Management

• Develop and implement performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of international acquisition processes.
• Establish a system for continuous monitoring and reporting on process performance.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends and opportunities for further improvement.

Technology and Automation

• Identify opportunities to leverage technology and automation to streamline and improve international acquisition processes.
• Develop functional requirements for new IT systems or enhancements to existing systems.
• Assist with the implementation and integration of new technologies.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Lead cross-functional workshops and meetings with key stakeholders, including PMOs, contracting officers, financial managers, TSFD specialists, and DoD representatives.
• Develop and execute a communication plan to ensure all stakeholders understand process changes, their roles, and the anticipated benefits.
• Create and deliver training materials to ensure successful adoption of new processes and tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Three (3) years of experience in business process analysis, process improvement, or a related role.
• Familiarity with International Acquisition, Security Assistance, and/or Security Cooperation.
• Proficiency in process modeling and analysis tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart, BPMN).
• Experience with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).

Required Certifications

• Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt)
• Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

Security Clearance Requirements

Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract.