DoD Acquisition Analyst Job Listing at SPA in DC (Job ID 2024-18761)

Description

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree. 
• 2+ years of relevant experience, particularly in DoD acquisition and programmatic support
• Proficiency with Microsoft software that produces program schedules is a must. 
• Active DoD Secret security clearance with the ability to maintain throughout time of employment

Desired Qualification:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Navy radar or AEGIS combat system

SPA is seeking a junior or mid-level Acquisition Analyst to provide acquisition and programmatic support to the Future X-Band Radar (FXR) program within the Navy's Program Executive Office for Integrated Warfare Systems, Above Water Sensors & Lasers Directorate (PEO IWS 2.0). Hybrid work is acceptable and you must have the ability to regularly work from SPA's 20 M St. office in D.C. Travel is not expected. 

You will research acquisition pathways and review acquisition guidance documentation, provide recommendations, and provide top-level execution scheduling and strategy including generation and tracking of relevant schedules to inform regular execution status meetings. Proficiency with Microsoft software that produces program schedules is a must. You will support planning, execution and closure of System Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR) and associated SETR walkup events in accordance with the NAVSEA/PEO IWS Technical Review Manual, Technical Interchange Meetings, and Working Group meetings. This includes planning, schedule development, and coordination of reviews, development of briefing materials, configuration management of in progress and final materials, tracking of comments against review materials and resolution, and review materials for proper security classification markings and distribution statements. You will supporting program and technical implementations, such as Risk Management, Configuration Management, Local Configuration Control Boards (LCCB) preparation, coordination, and execution as necessary. 

You must have some DoD acquisition experience, but we don't expect you to be an expert. We expect you to consistently demonstrate strong attributes to quickly build competencies and provide the highest quality products and services. We look for traits such as how you solve problems when you're stuck. Do you look for creative ways to find solutions? Do you seek out references and teach yourself how to do something new? Do you collaborate with your colleagues? If you take initiatives like these, you would fit in well with our high performing team.

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent.  Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.  

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  Washington, DC Pay Transparency Range:  $80,000 – $110,000.