Acquisition & Program Management Analyst - SME

Strategic Alliance Business Group LLC (SABG)

Acquisition & Program Management Analyst – Subject Matter Expert (SME) Job Description

DESCRIPTION: Strategic Alliance Business Group LLC (SABG) is a fast-growing, privately held, small business, government contracting company. SABG is both woman-owned small business and a service-disabled veteran-owned small business providing superior technical support services to government and commercial customers. SABG maintains a high-performance culture that emphasizes quality, productivity, process improvement, recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce. If you are driven with a “can-do” attitude and eager to support a fast-growing company, this may be the opportunity you have been looking for.

JOB TITLE: Acquisition and Program Management Analyst - SME

REQUISITION #: AL-1460-25-PPA

CLEARANCE: Must have or be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance

LOCATION: Huntsville, AL

REPORTS TO: On-site Government Executive

FLSA STATUS: Regular Full-Time Exempt

SUMMARY: SABG is hiring an Acquisition and Program Management Analyst Subject Matter Expert to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) in Huntsville, AL. Analyst will support Defense of Guam Executives and Senior Leaders with day-to-day mission planning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Provide acquisition assessment, oversight, documentation, and assistance to support Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Missile Defense System (MDS) development across all phases of the acquisition life cycle
• Conduct analysis and assessments, and develop decision-support tools to maintain and manage MDS baselines
• Develop and maintain key acquisition documentation, including acquisition strategies and plans, contract requirements packages, industry engagement materials, source selection plans, contract opportunity and fee documentation, baseline management plans, data and property acquisition management documentation
• Support Acquisition Strategy Development and Approval to establish and maintain program baselines
• Provide Post-Award Contract Administration support, including preparing acquisition reviews and reports for the Development Baseline Review and developing artifacts and materials for OSD-level reviews related to Product Development Decisions
• Support the development, coordination, and execution of acquisition-related Agreements
• Provide Inter- and Intra-Agency Acquisition Requirements Support to ensure effective collaboration and compliance with government standards
• Assist with acquisition reviews, briefings, and documentation to support program management and decision-making processes
• Provide comprehensive support to the Agency’s senior leadership and supporting organizations in the areas of strategic planning, executive communications, and organizational initiatives
• Support strategic planning and review processes, including: conducting day-to-day mission planning activities, reviewing and analyzing documentation for meetings and operational forums, assessing Missile Defense System (MDS) strategies, options, and acquisition strategy efforts in development or execution, providing analytical results, recommendations, and decision-support materials for leadership, preparing briefings, developing reports, and identifying best practices to enhance agency strategic planning
• Support strategic communications and both internal and external communications for Agency Executives, Senior Leadership, and Functional organizations
• Assist in the preparation of executive correspondence, briefings, and presentations, including information papers, decision memoranda, speeches, remarks, talking points, and opinion articles
• Ensure consistency of messaging across internal documents, coordinating reviews and resolving comments or issues
• Process and coordinate documentation requiring external release, including foreign disclosure and public release approvals, in coordination with the Public Affairs Directorate (PA)
• Facilitate executive meetings and travel, ensuring effective coordination and documentation of leadership engagements
• Provide resource management and internal initiative support, contributing to the execution of critical agency priorities

SUPERVISION: This position has supervisory responsibilities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Has specialized relevant knowledge and works as a member of the team and assists with solving complex problems. Advanced level working knowledge, skills, and abilities using Microsoft Office and Adobe software suites is required (Graphics capabilities a plus). To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• BA/BS in related field with 15 years relevant experience; MA/MS, MBA, PMP or DAWIA Level III certification may substitute for 3 years of experience. War College and Pentagon experience desired
• 5 years as a program manager/deputy program manager or leader for a Federal or Defense Acquisition program(s)
• 5+ years leading an acquisition team and delivering critical complex acquisition products across multiple acquisition programs
• 15 years directly supporting a Federal Acquisition or DoD program(s) as an acquisition/program analyst overseeing cost, schedule, and performance
• Ability to lead a program through DoD milestones or MDA’s Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAP) equivalent
• Ability to draft Acquisition Executive program correspondence/status reports, i.e. memorandums, EXSUMs, white papers, and Ad Hoc reports

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and promotes a harassment-free environment
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; and upholds organizational values
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks, if needed; and develops realistic action plans
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and/or procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to write and type on a computer. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job duties are performed in a manufacturing/office environment utilizing standard office equipment such as a computer, photocopier, and telephone. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

FOR OUR SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS: SABG values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country and we support the hiring of returning Service Members and military spouses. If you are a Veteran or wounded warrior and would like assistance with the employment process at SABG, please contact brodriguez@sabg.com.

FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: If you are a person with a disability or a disabled Veteran and are applying for a job with SABG, we would like to ensure your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please contact Beth Rodriguez at brodriguez@sabg.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION: Once you complete all steps we are notified of your completed application and we will review. For individuals who meet the requirements of the position, we will contact you and arrange next steps in the interview process.

SABG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled