Senior Acquisition Analyst - Systems Technology & Research Inc.

Systems Technology & Research, Inc. is currently seeking a Senior Acquisition Analyst to support an Army Aviation Project Office on Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL. Candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with acquisition pathway policies and procedures, advising on best practices, and assisting in the successful execution of rapid prototyping and rapid fielding efforts. Candidate must have a deep understanding of DoD acquisition processes, particularly the Middle Tier of Acquisition pathway, and requires excellent communication and organizational skills.

Job Duties:

• Serve as an acquisition strategic planner and senior advisor responsible for coordinating and collaborating with stakeholders.
• Provide SME level program management, acquisition oversight and acquisition systems management of weapon systems and capabilities.
• Provide SME to acquisition strategy development utilizing multiple DoD acquisition pathways to include Major Capability Acquisition, Middle Tier of Acquisition, Software Acquisition, and Urgent Capability Acquisition.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with MTA policies and procedures, advising on best practices, and assisting in the successful execution of rapid prototyping and rapid fielding efforts.
• Support development of various acquisition milestone documents and completion of various acquisition reports.
• Support rapid delivery of critical capabilities and technologies.

Qualifications/Experience:

• A bachelor's degree with twelve (12) years' experience.
• Knowledge of DOD 5000 and JCIDS process and tailoring methodologies.
• Previous experience in a US Army Project or Product Office providing high level support throughout the acquisition lifecycle, including budget planning and integrated master scheduling.
• Experience in either a DoD Program Office or equivalent commercial setting is preferred.
• DAU Project Manager (PM) Level II or Practitioner
• 10 years of acquisition experience with major defense program
• Experience developing information papers and decision briefings
• Experience serving and managing mission/information demands of executive members of the Army or DoD staff
• Strong organizational skills, communication skills, and the ability to work independently are required.
• Active DOD Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous Department of the Army Systems Coordinator (DASC) Experience
• Served as Project Manager (PM) or Assistant Project Manager (APM)
• Experience with Middle Tier of Acquisition (MTA)
• Ability to work in dynamic environment
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Excellent Organizational Skills

Systems Technology & Research, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. For more information go to U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.