Navy Acquisition Analyst (LCAC)

Serco; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Acquisition Analyst to join their dynamic team supporting the U.S. Navy. This role involves providing lead programmatic support for the Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) and managing the transition to the new Ship to Shore Connector. You will be responsible for supervising the support team, developing business plans, and coordinating with stakeholders. If you thrive in a challenging environment and possess strong critical thinking and communication skills, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a vital sector.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant experience in acquisition analysis.
• Knowledge of DoD and USN financial management policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead programmatic support for LCAC life cycle management.
• Supervise daily activities of the LCAC Support Team.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Position Description

If you love important, meaningful, and challenging projects that require critical thinking, Serco has a great opportunity for you supporting the United States Navy!

This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level clearance post-employment.

Serco supports the Navy as the prime professional support services contractor for the Amphibious Assault and Connectors Program. We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable Senior Acquisition Analyst to support the sustainment of the Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) and the transition to the new Ship to Shore Connector (SSC) LCAC 100 Class craft.

In this role you will:

• Providing Lead programmatic support to the LCAC Assistant Program Manager and LCAC Transition & Execution Manager on all aspects of LCAC life cycle management and the transition from legacy LCAC to the LCAC 100 Class craft.
• Supervise/manage the daily activities and deliverables of the LCAC Support Team, to include providing mentorship and training.
• Support the LCAC program management to include developing and maintaining the annual LCAC Business Plan utilizing the Programming, Planning, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process.
• Develop and submit Task Planning Sheets (TPS) in the Navy Enterprise Planning System (NEPS).
• Coordinate with various stakeholders across the Program Office in managing the business plan.
• Lead the Configuration Change process for LCAC and LCAC 100 class craft across the fleet.
• Manage Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) for the LCAC Extended Service Life Extension Program (E-SLEP)
• Provide emergent support for LCAC briefs, programmatic inquiries, business case analyses, schedules, processes, and other taskings from the customer.
• Communicate effectively with the customer daily, providing updates on program status and promptly addressing any concerns.
• Participate in regularly scheduled meetings with the LCAC team including Staff Meetings, budget reviews, and other relevant meetings, including taking minutes and identifying and tracking action items to resolution.
• Perform regular tasking in the Integrated Data Environment (IDE).
• Must be able to travel to occasionally to support meetings
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, plus 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of DoD and USN Policies and Procedures pertaining to Financial Management is strongly desired.
• Experience with the Navy’s Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) processes and policies is required.
• Strong critical thinking skills, as well as customer and organizational level communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills are essential to being successful in this role.
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and personnel simultaneously.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office suite programs especially Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience managing/directing taskings of team members.
• The ability to work on-site at the Washington Navy Yard when required.
• Ability to travel 10% to support meetings.
• Prior experience leading teams to success.

If you are interested in working in a highly diverse, engaging and challenging environment - then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

In compliance with state and local laws regarding pay transparency, the salary for this role is $86,539.03 to $140,624.86however, Serco considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [e-mail] or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

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Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.