Summary

This position is part of the Department of Defense (DoD), Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The incumbent will be responsible for: Providing input to the MDA EVM Health database in support of the MDA EVM gap analysis and best practices.

Duties

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This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Acq Demo Business and Technical Management to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

As a Program Analyst at the NH-0343-3 broadband level, some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Develops and/or briefs complex studies and analyses for projects assigned by MDA Senior Leadership, program managers, and business managers utilizing EVM software tools and methodology to assist them with he decisions they are required to make in support of acquiring products.
• Supports the planning, execution, and follow-up of Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs).
• Serves as advisor and source on EVM collaborative efforts with senior analysts, contractors, and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA).
• Provides on the spot analysis of alternatives and actions for a wide range of EVM-related activities including support of DCMA EVM System surveillance activities, EV/budget integration analysis and EV/schedule integration analysis.
• Provides management support, conducts analyses, and prepares recommendations to PM&A leadership and senior analysts in Acquisition, Program Management, Contracting, and Cost Estimating to identify, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate the support operations, including ensuring coordination and timeliness of actions for mission accomplishment.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Occasional Travel
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Maxi Flex
• Recruitment Incentives: Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees based on agency policy and availability.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is situational telework eligible.
• Employee must obtain/maintain Special Sensitive/Top Secret (SCI) security clearance
• This is an acquisition position coded Practitioner in Program Management. Incumbent must obtain mandatory Back to Basics certification within 60 months of entry into position.
• Emploee must acquire 80 Continuous Learning Points every 24 months. SD 812 attached.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the NH 03 Broadband Level, if you fulfill the following qualifications:

A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-02/GS-11 grade level in the Federal service as listed below and must meet 2 of 3 specialized experience listed below to be qualified:

• Applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques, to include qualitative and quantitative analysis, and expert knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) policies, processes, products, terminologies, and guidance documents in order to conduct comprehensive studies and develop assessments, recommendations and position statements.
• Utilizing Integrated Baseline Review principles, requirements, and processes and application of budgetary policies, processes, procedures and regulations including funds execution and knowledge of acquisition and life cycle management policies, procedures, and practices to conduct reviews.
• Interpreting cost and economic analyses principles, techniques, and practices with ability to identify, plan, conduct research, summarize results, and make recommendations on complex, multi-faceted problems and lead special study teams.

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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

Other Notes:

ACQUISITION POSITION: This position requires Acquisition Workforce Level Practitioner in Program Management Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 60 months after entry into this position.

• DAWIA (Back to Basics) Certification: NON-CAP: Position requires DoD Acquisition Program Management, Practitioner certification. Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 60 months after entry into this position. Selectee must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2-years. Click here for more details and Resources.

RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf.

All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov))

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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