Senior PPBE Analyst

American Systems; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS in Arlington, VA is seeking a Senior PPBE Analyst to support the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Critical Technologies. You will analyze defense budgets, PPBE topics, and advise senior leaders on funding strategies.

You will collaborate with government leads, track program plans with finance, and coordinate with government labs, industry, academia, FFRDCs, UARCs, and international partners to shape modernization efforts. A DoD Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical field.
• 10 years of relevant experience and demonstrated knowledge of the Defense PPBE process.
• Experience with Defense project management or project management support.
• Current DoD Secret security clearance and U.S. Citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Advise on issues related to the Defense budget for Critical Technology Portfolios.
• Review and track program plans with Government leads; coordinate with finance to track execution.
• Coordinate with RDT&E partners including government labs, industry, academia, FFRDCs, UARCs, and international partners.
• Prepare and edit briefings, reports, white papers, and other products for senior leadership decision-making.

Skills

PPBE knowledge

Budget analysis

MS Office

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical field

10+ years of relevant experience with PPBE

Tools

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMSis an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Engineering & Analysis, Test & Evaluation, and Training.

Responsibilities

Working on the Department of War critical technology areas offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment at the forefront of advancing national defense capabilities in areas such as Quantum and Battlefield Information Dominance, Applied AI, Biomanufacturing, and more. You will have the opportunity to contribute to support investments in the Department’s most critical modernization efforts. This project requires a high level of professionalism and a commitment to shaping the future of national security capabilities.

As a Senior PPBE Analyst supporting the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Critical Technologies, you will have the opportunity to do the following:

• Advise on issues related to the Defense budget for Critical Technology Portfolios. Conduct research and analysis on PPBE and budget topics as needed.
• Work with Government leads to review and track program plans. Work with finance personnel to track execution.
• Support outreach by coordinating and engaging with key partners in the RDT&E community including government laboratories, industry, academia, FFRDCs, UARCs, and international partners.
• Prepare and edit briefings, reports, white papers, and other business and technical products in support of senior leadership decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical field
• 10 years of relevant work experience and demonstrated knowledge of the Defense PPBE process is required. Experience with Defense project management or project management support as a contractor is highly desired
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, advanced experience with Teams and SharePoint is preferred
• Current DoD Secret security clearance
• U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $160,000.00/Yr. - USD $200,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status