Program Analyst

This position is part of the Department of War (DoW), Missile Defense Agency (MDA). 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. Major duties: 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-0343-2/3 broadband level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Conducts detailed analyses of Earned Value (EV) data, to include Estimates at Completion (EACs). Integrates EV data and analysis with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) budgets and programs' schedule information. 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 assistance in implementing EVM policy within MDA organizations and across MDA. Assimilates data and coordinates reports provided to outside organizations such as OSD, GAO, and Congress. 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. Reviews Requests for Proposal and contract documentation to ensure thorough and correct EVM contractual requirements are implemented on programs. Provides input to the MDA EVM Health database in support of the MDA EVM gap analysis and best practices. Researches and provides input to policies and procedures to maintain full accountability for the Agency's business operations and EVM program. Performs other duties as assigned. The overall responsibilities of the NH-02 position are substantially the same as the full performance duties (covered above) with the following exception: The incumbent works under closer supervision and works in a developmental capacity performing assignments and completing training, both of which are aimed in preparing the incumbent to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform duties in at the full-performance level. Qualifications: You may qualify at the NH 02-03 Broadband Level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-01/GS-04 grade level in the Federal service as listed below and must meet 2 of the 3 specialized experience listed below to be qualified: Experience of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques, to include qualitative and quantitative analysis, and expert knowledge of the Department of War (DOW) Earned Value Management (EVM) policies, processes, products, terminologies, and guidance documents in order to conduct comprehensive studies and develop assessments, recommendations and position statements. Experience of Integrated Baseline Review principles, requirements, and processes and application of budgetary policies, processes, procedures and regulations including funds execution and knowledge of DoW acquisition and life cycle management policies, procedures, and practices to conduct reviews. Experience of 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. OR B. In lieu of specialized experience, I have 2 full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or masters or equivalent graduate degree or LL.B. or J.D. 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.