Program Analyst 3- Acquisition

System Studies and Simulation (S3), Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Program Analyst 3- Acquisition for their SHIELD program in Huntsville, AL. This mid-senior level role involves developing acquisition strategies, managing budgets, and overseeing project execution. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in government project support, with a focused approach to strategic planning and risk management.

Qualifications

• Secret or higher DoD security clearance is required.
• At least 5 years of experience in an acquisition role within a PEO environment.
• Experience developing acquisition strategies and vendor qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution across technical initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional teams for program activities.
• Prepare briefings and documentation for leadership decision-making.

Skills

Analytical techniques

Project oversight

Cross-functional team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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S³, Inc. is a rapidly growing defense contractor founded in 1991, headquartered in Huntsville, AL, that provides technical, programmatic, and logistic services to U.S. Department of Defense, other U.S. Government agencies, and Partner Nation militaries, co-located with Government requirements. The S3, Inc. staff is 85% veterans. The company operates under an ISO 9001/AS9100 certified Quality Management System.

S3, Inc. has wholly owned subsidiaries that expand the customer base and increase our annual growth rate: KBFS – provides aviation pilot training, heavy lift, aircraft maintenance, and related aircraft services to Government and commercial requirements IAW multiple FAA certifications; S3I – provides OCONUS FMS technical services, maintenance, and aviation platform training; and GLSS – provides SCA/CBA contract aviation maintenance.

S³, Inc. and subsidiaries are recruiting to expand and develop Corporate Operations to staff for contract growth. At S3, Inc., we are proud to offer above industry standard benefits and encourage our team members to build a fulfilling career with our mission-focused leadership. Come work with us and let's build something great together!

S³ Inc. has an opening for an Acquisition Program Analyst to provide direct support to our SHIELD program at Redstone Arsenal, AL.

Description

The Program Analyst will join the SHIELD Project Office within the Program Executive Office Missiles & Space (PEO M&S). This role requires a strong blend of technical, financial, and acquisition expertise. Key responsibilities include developing acquisition strategies, preparing work statements, creating evaluation plans, assisting in vendor qualification, and playing a pivotal role in budget preparation.

The candidate will also support Senior Acquisition Executive (SAE) oversight, provide strategic input into decision-making processes, and ensure robust financial and program execution oversight.

Responsibility

• Support program and project leadership in planning, execution, oversight, and reporting across a portfolio of technical initiatives.
• Lead or coordinate cross-functional teams spanning technical, financial, scheduling, and contracting functions to support planning, execution, and documentation of program activities.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of key program documents, such as Statements of Work (SOW), Program Management Plans (PMP), technical analyses, and strategic planning materials.
• Maintain program timelines and calendars; monitor progress and prepare updates for senior leadership. Assist in identifying and assessing risks related to technical, schedule, and operational objectives.
• Provide oversight and integration support across multiple projects, contracts, or organizational units to ensure alignment with cost, schedule, and performance goals.
• Analyze, track, and report on emerging or unmet technical requirements, funding gaps, and program priorities.
• Align program requirements, timelines, and planning activities to support broader budget planning and long-term investment strategies.
• Prepare and deliver briefings and documentation related to system development, component integration, capability planning, and organizational change impacts.
• Develop and present materials such as briefing slides, reports, point papers, and data summaries to support leadership decision-making.
  
  

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelors’ of Arts or Bachelors’ of Science degree.
• Requires a Secret or higher DoD security clearance or have the ability to obtain a clearance within a reasonable time line.
• At least 5 years of experience supporting a Government Project or Product Office in an acquisition role, ideally within a PEO environment.
• Some experience assisting government procurement agencies develop acquisition strategies, work statements, evaluation plans and qualifying vendors in the support of budget preparation.
• Have the ability to use quantitative analytical techniques to assess system acquisition process issues and develop risk reduction/mitigation approaches for improving acquisition/program planning, control, and execution.
• Some experience identifying and researching programmatic issues and tradeoffs in terms of required capabilities, costs, and schedules.
  
  

Systems Studies and Simulation, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Company: S3, Inc

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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