Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical field.
12+ years of relevant work experience with a strong grasp of the Defense PPBE process.
Experience in Defense project management or support as a contractor is highly desired.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Teams and SharePoint preferred.
Current DoD Top Secret security clearance required.
U.S. Citizenship necessary for security clearance.
Responsibilities
Advise on Defense budget issues for Critical Technology Portfolios and conduct related research and analysis.
Collaborate with Government leads to review and track program plans and financial execution.
Coordinate outreach efforts with key partners in the RDT&E community, including government labs and industry.
Prepare and edit briefings, reports, and technical documents to support senior leadership decision-making.
Engage in critical modernization efforts to advance national defense capabilities.
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare benefits for employees and dependents.
Paid leave for work-life balance.
Retirement plans to secure your future.
Insurance programs for added security.
Education and training assistance for professional development.
Full Job Description
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.
12+ 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 Top Secret security clearance.
U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance.
Pay Transparency StatementAMERICAN 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 $210,000/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.
About AMERICAN SYSTEMS
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is a government IT solutions provider. The Company provides solutions in national security, healthcare, and public sector markets. Its services include acquisition and lifecycle support, enterprise IT, healthcare IT, intelligence analysis, and training and simulation. The Company's customers include the Department of Defense, Department of State, Department of Justice, and Department of Homeland Security. AMERICAN SYSTEMS was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia.
