Program Acquisition Analyst & Advisor

PeopleTec; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleTec in Huntsville seeks a Program Acquisition Analyst & Advisor to provide strategic guidance on acquisition policy, portfolio management, and program execution across Fires programs.

The role coordinates across portfolio elements, leads high-visibility initiatives, and prepares executive briefings for senior leaders, including defense and industry partners. A DoD Secret clearance and CSL experience are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years in defense acquisition, program management, or related fields.
• Experience in Centralized Selection List (CSL) positions with Army/DoD acquisition.
• Deep knowledge of the Defense Acquisition System: requirements, program management, contracting, test & evaluation, lifecycle sustainment.
• Strong PPBE understanding and application.
• Experience supporting General Officer/SES-level leadership and executive communications.
• Ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional efforts across organizations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for executive briefings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Current drivers license.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with active DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a senior advisor to PAE Fires, providing strategic guidance on acquisition policy, portfolio management, and program execution.
• Coordinates across portfolio elements to ensure unity of effort supporting PAE objectives.
• Leads high-visibility initiatives and cross-cutting efforts directed by PAE leadership.
• Prepares executive briefings, decision papers, read-aheads, and talking points for senior engagements.
• Supports planning and execution of senior leader forums and board reviews.
• Provides independent assessment of cost, schedule, performance, and risk with actionable recommendations.
• Advises on PPBE alignment to support portfolio priorities and modernization goals.
• Coordinates inputs from across the enterprise to ensure accurate senior-leader information.
• Engages with ASA(ALT), HQDA, OSD, Joint Staff, and industry partners.
• Tracks decisions and maintains accountability across organizations.
• Identifies systemic issues and proposes governance improvements.
• Mentors acquisition workforce and supports leadership development.

Skills

Defense acquisition

Program management

CSL experience

PPBE processes

Executive communications

Cross-functional leadership

MS Office

Security clearance

Driver's license

Travel

Education

Bachelors degree

DAWIA certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Program Acquisition Analyst & Advisor

Location: Huntsville, AL

Responsibilities

• Serves as a senior advisor to PAE Fires, providing strategic guidance on acquisition policy, portfolio management, and program execution across Fires programs.
• Functions as a central integrator for priority actions, coordinating across subordinate portfolio elements, program offices, and functional staff to ensure unity of effort in support of PAE objectives.
• Leads and synchronizes high‑visibility initiatives, special projects, and cross‑cutting efforts directed by PAE leadership.
• Prepares, integrates, and quality‑controls executive‑level briefings, decision papers, read‑aheads, and talking points for General Officer and SES engagements.
• Supports planning and execution of senior leader forums, including Defense Acquisition Boards (DABs), Army Systems Acquisition Review Councils (ASARCs), In‑Progress Reviews (IPRs), and strategic off‑sites.
• Provides independent assessment of program cost, schedule, performance, and risk across the Fires portfolio, recommending actionable courses of action with an executable action plan.
• Advises on Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) alignment to ensure resources support portfolio priorities and Army modernization objectives.
• Coordinates and integrates inputs from across the enterprise, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and completeness of information provided to senior leaders.
• Maintains close coordination with Transformation and Training Command (T2COM) elements, including Futures & Concepts Command (FCC) and Combined Arms Command (CAC), to ensure alignment between force design, requirements development, and acquisition execution.
• Facilitates engagement with key stakeholders including ASA(ALT), HQDA staff, OSD, Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, and industry partners.
• Records, tracks, and ensures execution of senior leader decisions and taskings, maintaining accountability across organizations.
• Identifies systemic issues, inefficiencies, and risks within the portfolio and develops recommendations to improve acquisition processes and governance.
• Leverages prior leadership experience, equivalent to CSL assignment, to advise on organizational effectiveness, leadership challenges, and execution across acquisition organizations.
• Provides mentorship and guidance to acquisition workforce personnel, contributing to leader development across the enterprise.
• Ensures senior leaders are fully prepared for engagements, including background materials, contextual analysis, and strategic messaging.
• Maintains awareness of emerging Fires technologies, industrial base considerations, and modernization priorities impacting portfolio decisions.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

• Minimum of 20 years of experience in defense acquisition, program management, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience serving in Centralized Selection List (CSL) positions of increasing responsibility (e.g., Product Manager, Project Manager, or equivalent senior acquisition leadership roles) with extensive experience in Army or DoD acquisition.
• Deep knowledge of the Defense Acquisition System, including requirements generation, program management, contracting, test and evaluation, and lifecycle sustainment.
• Strong understanding of Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) processes.
• Experience supporting or advising General Officer / SES‑level leadership, including preparation of executive communications and decision materials.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate complex, cross‑functional efforts across multiple organizations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver executive‑level briefings.
• Ability to operate in a fast‑paced, high‑visibility environment with competing priorities and short timelines.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to track, prioritize, and execute multiple concurrent actions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Must have a current driver's license.
• Travel: 10%
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have an active U.S. DoD Secret clearance; candidates are required to have a Secret clearance upon hire and maintain it during employment.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited university.

Desired Skills:

• Extensive U.S. Army acquisition experience within the Fires portfolio, including long‑range precision fires, munitions, launch platforms, or fire control systems.
• Master’s degree or higher in engineering, business, public administration, national security, or related field.
• DAWIA / Army Acquisition Workforce certification in Program Management (Advanced Level) or equivalent.
• Former U.S. Military Officer (O‑5 or O‑6) or civilian equivalent with extensive experience specific to Army or DoD acquisition. Prior experience within ASA(ALT) or senior acquisition headquarters supporting portfolio‑level oversight.
• Experience working with or supporting Transformation and Training Command (T2COM) or its subordinate elements (FCC/CAC).
• Graduate of a U.S. Military Senior Service College (e.g., Army War College, Naval War College, Air War College).
• Experience with Joint and coalition Fires integration efforts.
• Familiarity with modernization priorities such as Long Range Precision Fires (LRPF) and cross‑domain fires integration.
• Experience with portfolio‑level governance, resource prioritization, and cross‑program synchronization.

EEO Statement

PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, [e-mail], and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. PeopleTec, Inc. participates in E‑Verify.