Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Principal Strategic Executive Analyst to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Electronic Systems PEO (AFLCMC/ES). The Electronic Systems System (ESS) Division aka Force Protection Division's mission responsibility is to manage and execute the modernization, design, development, testing, fielding, and sustainment of the various software and hardware within the ESS Portfolio.
This is a full-time position located at Hanscom AFB, MA.
Responsibilities:Duties include, but not limited to: Lifecycle Acquisition Facilitation- Assist government personnel in the preparation, review, and oversight of acquisition documentation.
- Provide recommendations to streamline and improve all phases of the acquisition process for programs.
- Prepare and review reports, papers, briefings, and staff packages for Program Executive Officer (PEO) leadership through appropriate coordination channels.
- Deliver detailed analysis, supporting documentation, and justification for research efforts, including corrective action plans and recommendations.
Portfolio Integration- Support the PEO in assessing and closing architectural gaps through management and integration of portfolio programs and relevant external initiatives.
- Provide information, analysis, and recommendations to align research, development, demonstrations, exercises, acquisitions, manpower, and funding.
- Maintain, update, and analyze the acquisition forecast to ensure accuracy and consistency and identify gaps or deficiencies.
- Leverage portfolio integration activities to support out-year budget planning.
Acquisition Planning- Draft and review acquisition documentation for initiatives addressing gaps.
- Ensure documentation aligns with policy, guidance, acquisition strategy, technical approach, milestones, schedules, risk assessments, and performance objectives.
- Recommend acquisition strategies and support market research activities.
- Collect, analyze, store, and disseminate acquisition lessons learned.
Program Monitoring- Analyze program baselines and schedules.
- Recommend executable options to address changes affecting performance, schedule, or funding, subject to government approval.
- Provide advice and recommendations on acquisition efforts and report program status to the government.
Milestone Review Preparation- Support the review, compilation, and staffing of documentation for milestone and major program reviews by senior acquisition officials.
- Conduct independent assessments of portfolio and program risks, planning, and execution.
Strategic Planning- Provide engineering, technical, architectural, and acquisition expertise to support strategic decision-making.
- Assist with the development, publication, approval, and maintenance of the PEO Strategic Plan.
- Assess future system architecture alternatives and recommend improvements to planning methodologies.
- Evaluate and report current and projected manpower requirements aligned with strategic objectives.
- Track and report progress on Strategic Plan goals, commitments, and initiatives.
- Integrate Human Capital Investment planning into the Strategic Plan.
- Facilitate strategic planning meetings, steering committees, and off-site sessions.
- Ensure planning documents align with strategic objectives and support leadership decision-making.
Research, Analysis, and Reporting- Provide analysis to support situational awareness and issue resolution.
- Conduct and support research assignments to ensure consistency in interpretation and analysis.
- Coordinate research and analytical efforts with government stakeholders and external or foreign partners.
- Support long-range strategic planning and recommend administrative policies and procedures, subject to government approval.
Strategic Communications- Research, draft, and edit articles, speeches, and testimony supporting PEO missions, operations, and initiatives.
- Ensure communications align with the PEO's mission, vision, and goals.
- Develop, verify, and synthesize information from internal sources.
- Recommend message structure, tone, and organization to meet communication objectives.
- Coordinate messaging for internal and external audiences.
- Edit and refine materials for clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
- Prepare and organize supporting graphics for presentations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:Citizenship: Must be a US citizenMinimum Required QualificationsClearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top-Secret Clearance
Years of Experience: 10+ years of Relevant Experience with 5+ years of DoD related experience
Preferred QualificationsClearance: Top Secret / SCI
Education: Master's or Doctorate Degree in a related field
Years of Experience: 20+ years of experience with 12+ years of DoD related experience
Technical Skills- Acquisition documentation preparation and review
- Executive-level briefing development
- Strategic planning and portfolio analysis
- Program schedule and performance analysis
- Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
- Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and governance
Interpersonal Skills- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to support and interact with senior leadership
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
The expected annual salary range: $300k - $310k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills.Additional Information:All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history and identity check.
