Program Analyst

Defense Logistics Agency; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Logistics Agency is seeking a Program Analyst (GS-12) for work at multiple U.S. sites. The position involves advising on software development impacts, coordinating test plans, and ensuring proper documentation and procedures for AIS operations.

Ideal candidates will have specialized experience with the software development lifecycle, testing, and issue resolution, along with the ability to work with contractors and regulatory requirements. Location-specific salaries apply at listed sites.

Qualifications

• SpecializedExperience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the competencies to perform the duties of the position.
• To qualify at GS-12, one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems. Includes: advising on impacts of software development decisions, planning and testing, problem resolution, and documentation for AIS procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provides advice on impacts, risks and mitigation of software development decisions, plans, and specifications.
• Prepares functional test plans and test data; coordinates testing activities with AIS project personnel.
• Identifies and documents application and system problems and coordinates fixes with programmers/contractors.
• Designs, develops and maintains operating manuals/procedures for AIS implementations.

Job description

Key Information

See below for important information regarding this job. Position will be filled at any of the locations listed below. Site specific salary information as follows:

• Battle Creek, MI: $89,508 - $ 116,362
• Columbus, OH: $93,400 - $121,422
• Dayton, OH: $92,841- $120,696
• Fort Belvoir, VA: $102,415- $133,142
• New Cumberland, PA: $102,415- $133,142
• Ogden, UT: $89,508 - $ 116,362
• Philadelphia, PA: $98,630- $128,221
• Richmond, VA: $93,499- $121,551

To qualify for a Program Analyst, your resume and supporting documents must support: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:

• Provides advice on the impacts, risks and risk mitigation of software development decisions, plans, functional designs and specifications.
• Prepares functional test plans and test data. Develops a portion of the overall test plan. Coordinates with other AIS project personnel and computer specialists in developing data and executing a comprehensive test plan and data covering all levels of testing.
• Identifies and documents application and system problems and works with the programmer and/or contractor personnel to ensure the expeditious implementation and testing of problems and tests corrections to ensure discrepancies are resolved.
• Designs, develops and maintains appropriate portions of operating manuals/procedures prescribing uniform procedures required for the implementation and operation of a new or revised AIS.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.