Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT) Policy Analyst

at  ANSER

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis, and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service.

SPECIFIC JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position is located in the Department of Defense (DoD), Office of the Chief Information Officer (CIO). Successful candidates will be an organized self-starter capable of performing tasks without the need for constant oversight and experience successfully working in a team environment. Assist government personnel by providing consistent, responsive, and high-quality technical support with detailed analyses and strategic recommendations of business/systems analysis. Key duties will include:

• Conduct research, assessment, analysis in the development of policy and guidelines relating to PNT, Global Positioning System (GPS), and Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR) systems
• Assist the DoD CIO in research, development, review and coordination of International Agreements or MoAs with foreign military and civil agencies
• Assist in developing, publishing, and maintaining GPS performance standards as new technology emerges and/or policy changes emerge in both the national and international arena
• Maintain working relationships with key stakeholders and be focal point for coordination among all external partners
• Gather critical information from meetings with various stakeholders and produce useful, timely reports
• Manage competing resources and priorities
• Monitor deliverables and ensure timely completion of projects
• Communicate clearly and succinctly in the preparation of background papers, research and engineering assessments, and policy issues

EDUCATION:

• Master’s degree in technical field

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Top Secret/SCI clearance required at date of hire
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in policy analysis, interagency coordination and/or international coordination at the strategic/policy development level
• Knowledge of/understanding of DoD Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Enterprise
• Knowledge of/understanding of Global Positioning System
• Knowledge of/understanding of Navigation Warfare
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong understanding of various technologies
• Excellent documentation skills
• Fundamental analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Experience creating detailed reports and giving presentations
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Visio, and Outlook
• A track record of following through on commitments
• Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills
• A history of supporting successful projects

• Conduct research, assessment, analysis in the development of policy and guidelines relating to PNT, Global Positioning System (GPS), and Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR) systems
• Assist the DoD CIO in research, development, review and coordination of International Agreements or MoAs with foreign military and civil agencies
• Assist in developing, publishing, and maintaining GPS performance standards as new technology emerges and/or policy changes emerge in both the national and international arena
• Maintain working relationships with key stakeholders and be focal point for coordination among all external partners
• Gather critical information from meetings with various stakeholders and produce useful, timely reports
• Manage competing resources and priorities
• Monitor deliverables and ensure timely completion of projects
• Communicate clearly and succinctly in the preparation of background papers, research and engineering assessments, and policy issue