Procurement & Sustainment Analyst Journeyman

OST, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Bonus potential

Job summary

OST, Inc. in Orlando is seeking a FMS Procurement and Sustainment Analyst Journeyman to support acquisition, procurement, and sustainment for Foreign Military Sales programs.

You will analyze LORs/LOAs and help develop procurement strategies, while assisting in evaluation and source selection activities. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 3–10 years of DoD experience, and an Active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 3–10 years of DoD acquisition, procurement, sustainment, or FMS experience.
• Active Secret security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition, procurement, and sustainment support for FMS programs across full lifecycle.
• Analyze LORs and LOAs; assist in procurement strategy development and execution.
• Advise on evaluations of contractor proposals in accordance with DoD guidance.

Skills

SOW

PWS

CDRL

QASP

IGEs

Source selection

Acquisition policy

LOR/LOA analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Acquisition Management, Business Admin, Logistics, or related field

Job description

Description

Optimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence. We specialize in providing Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research Development and Engineering services.

The fundamental distinction of the OST team is its business knowledge in both the public and private sectors. We serve the aerospace & transportation, association & nonprofit, defense, education, energy, financial, healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. OST is successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our clients, and we know our clients.

FMS Procurement and Sustainment Analyst Journeyman

Description of specific duties in a typical workday for this position:

• The FMS Procurement and Sustainment Analyst provides acquisition, procurement, and sustainment support for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs across the full lifecycle. The individual analyzes draft Letters of Request (LORs) and Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs); participates in FMS program and acquisition meetings; and supports development, update, and execution of procurement and sustainment strategies.
• Responsibilities include creating and updating requirements packages and acquisition documentation such as Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Technical Direction Letters (TDLs), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs), Purchase Requests (PRs), and Independent Government Estimates (IGEs). The analyst supports financial tracking and sustainment planning activities and performs data gathering, analysis, writing, verification, and publication of analytical reports, briefings, and white papers.
• The FMS Procurement and Sustainment Analyst assist the Government as a trusted advisor during evaluations of contractor technical, management, and cost proposals in accordance with established evaluation factors and source selection criteria. The role provides expert advice on a broad range of operational, acquisition, sustainment, and policy issues related to Foreign Military Sales requirements, ensuring compliance with DoD, Army, and DSCA guidance.

Requirements (Years of experience, Education, Certifications):

• Bachelor's degree in Acquisition Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 3-10 years of experience supporting DoD acquisition, procurement, sustainment, or FMS/Security Assistance programs
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • Development of acquisition and requirements documentation (SOW, PWS, TDL, CDRL, QASP)
  • PR and IGE preparation and support
  • Source selection or proposal evaluation support
  • Sustainment planning and lifecycle support activities
  • Application of FMS and DoD acquisition policy and procedures
• Active Secret security clearance is required

Nice to Have (skills that are not required, but nice to have):

• DAU certifications or coursework in Acquisition, Program Management, Logistics, or Life Cycle Management
• Prior support to Security Cooperation organizations
• Familiarity with SAMM, FAR/DFARS, and Army acquisition regulations

This is a full-time position paying a base salary, full benefits, and has possible bonus potential based on merit and performance.

OST is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, religion, gender, native origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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