Program Analyst, Journeyman (PMA 271) at Davis Defense Group, Inc.

Wildewood, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 May, 26

Salary

115000.0

Posted On

21 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Budget Analysis, Schedule Tracking, Management Analysis, Business Case Analysis, Data Collection, Acquisition, Continuous Process Improvement, Acquisition Management, Contract Execution, Funding Documentation, Procurement Documentation, Spend Plans, Data Calls, Program Documentation

Industry

Defense & Space

Description

Description Position Title: Program Analyst, Journeyman (PMA 271) Requisition #: 256 Position Type: Exempt Work Environment: On-Site Salary Range: $105,000 - $115,000 ***This is an estimated salary range. Compensation will be commensurate with experience*** Location: Patuxent River, MD Clearance Level Required: Secret, Top Secret preferred Davis Defense Group, Inc. has secured a stellar reputation as one of the premier Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) in the aerospace and defense industry, steadfastly supporting the Department of Defense since 2002. A critical combination of vision and dedication to excellence has helped our customers achieve numerous significant milestones on schedule and within budget. Today we employ over 700 personnel around the globe in a mix of analytical, advisory, technical, and support positions. The common thread across our organization is our commitment to our customers and an unwavering dedication to our principle motto: “Mission Focused, Future Ready. Innovating today, Leading tomorrow.” Functional Description: Applies analytic techniques in the evaluation of program/project objectives. Analyzes requirements, status, budget, and schedules. Performs management, technical, or business case analyses. Collects, completes, organizes, and interprets data relating to aircraft/weapon/project acquisition and product programs. Duties and Responsibilities: As a Journeyman Program Analyst, you are responsible for providing customer recommendations for E-130J related initiatives. The E-130J has recently started the Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) phase as an acquisition category (ACAT) I program. The position would be responsible directly to the APML and PSM in tracking of contract execution and performance as well as initiating and developing funding and procurement documents for future program requirements for systems that are within the purview of the IPT. Apply knowledge and expertise in continuous process improvement to track performance to plan on program office efforts. Support acquisition management activities in support of the E-130J platform that once fielded will become critical to America’s nuclear deterrence. Facilitate and track spend plans using CSPT, align SPID entries with the IPT strategy, and respond to and develop program data calls. Liaise directly with program office Contract Specialists and Procurement Contracting Officer in the development and processing of SOW, Statement of Objectives (SOO), Performance Based Specifications, CDRLs, Technical Evaluations, and other contractual documentation for contracting efforts. Manage procurements using the PMT including development and management of PID; coordination and preparation of all actions required for conducting Procurement Planning Conferences (PPC’s); generation, routing, and tracking of Procurement Planning Agreements (PPAs); and input, tracking, and reporting of PMT actions and milestones. Apply NAVAIR and OSD instructions for acquisition planning, procurement execution, data requirements, milestone reviews, budget development and coordination, and program planning. Participate in status briefs and recommend responses to program inquiries. Serve as Program Analyst lead for managing, tracking and reporting procurement status and activities. Support the operation of the IPT including scheduling and organizing meetings, making data calls and assessing the data, updating schedules, and support the development of procurement packages. Track program/project status and schedules. Develop and coordinate program documentation, requirements documents, and program and budget/funding resource plans. Required Experience: Minimum of 3 years of combined experience performing duties described in the functional description. Desired Experience: At least 2 years of experience developing and coordinating procurement documentation. Experience with acquisition reviews and cost analysis. Experience with the following: Common Spend Plan Tool (CSPT), Program Management Tool (PMT), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), Program, Planning and Budgeting System (PPBS), Statements of Work (SOW), and Procurement Initiation Documents (PID). Experience with aircraft manufacture design specifications especially aircraft structures and systems. Familiarity with preparing data for meeting Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) gate reviews to successfully transition into the program’s next phase. Education Requirements: BA/BS degree from an accredited college Or Associate’s Degree plus two (2) years additional work experience performing duties described in the functional description of the labor category may be substituted for a Bachelor’s Degree. Or Four (4) years additional work experience performing duties described in the functional description of the labor category may be substituted for a Bachelor’s Degree. When we review candidates' information, we are looking for the best matches for the position based on the qualifications listed in the job posting. If your skills and experience appear to match an open position, a recruitment services professional or a hiring manager may contact you. Davis Defense Group, Inc. is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and efficiency in our recruitment and hiring processes. As part of our dedication to these values, DDG does not engage with or entertain the services of third-party recruiting agencies for our staffing needs. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. At DDG, employment decisions are based on an individual’s capabilities and qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, disability, veteran status, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. This commitment to equal opportunity applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, terminations, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. If you are a qualified disabled veteran or individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, please contact our Human Resources department at (540) 548-5950.

Responsibilities

The Program Analyst is responsible for providing recommendations for E-130J initiatives, tracking contract execution and performance, and developing funding and procurement documents for future program requirements. This role involves applying expertise in continuous process improvement to track performance and supporting acquisition management activities for the E-130J platform.