Program Analyst at Arlington

JOB SUMMARY:

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This Program Analyst position is located within the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Corporate Operations Group (7.0), Command Strategic Leadership Support Department (7.1), Strategic Operations Division (7.1.1), Command Operations Support Branch (AD 7.1.1.2), within the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division.  The Corporate Operations competency is responsible for policy and program direction, management services, and planning and administering programs for the effective and economical utilization of the Command’s total corporate resources.  This position will provide business and program management support the Joint Strike Fighter Program office and will be physically located in Crystal City, Virginia.

 

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• You must be a US Citizen.
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal & Regulatory Guidance.
• Suitable for Federal employment as determined by background investigation.
• Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• You must obtain and maintain a security clearance

DUTIES:Back to top

• Provide program management officials with evaluative materials needed to plan and monitor execution of the Joint Strike Fighter Program.

• Conduct business data analysis of assigned program information to develop recurring and ad hoc reports.

• Utilize working knowledge of administrative laws, administrative laws, policies, regulation and precedents applicable to Business Operations/Contracts Program management (e.g. FAR, JTR, FTR, etc.) to ensure program compliance.

• Analyze agency functions and activities being considered for conversion to contract operations.

• Review administrative audit and investigative reports to determine appropriate changes or corrective actions required.

• Record, track, and follow-up on all JSF program-level actions (e.g. data calls, actions from briefs, etc.).

• Provide budgetary support to include Contractor Support Services budget development and acquisition processes.

• Assist in creating, updating, and enhancing internal Integrated Program Team acquisition documents for JSF program.

• Develop and utilize financial management spreadsheets to monitor overall project health in terms of schedule, cost, risks, and performance.

• Utilize tools and techniques of process identification and continuous process improvement in addressing program management problem and issues.

• Interpret intent of new or revised policy and guidance promulgated by higher authorities.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered.   Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position.  In turn, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.

 

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at the DA-04 Pay Band or equivalent GS-Grade Level (GS-11/12) or equivalent Pay Band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.

 

Specialized experience is defined as experience that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled and has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities, to successfully perform the duties of the position. Therefore, specialized experience for this Program Analyst position must demonstrate all of the following: (1) Establishing, monitoring, and maintaining contract project financials; (2) Demonstrated work experience in analyzing, coordinating, and gathering facts associated with business operations and contract management for an organization; (3) Facilitating procurement activities and documentation requirements to meet project/program objectives; and (4) Providing line managers, staff members, higher level officials, and stakeholders with objectively based and technical information (e.g. cost, schedule, and performance;) for making decisions on administrative and programmatic aspects of agency operations and management.

 

Additional qualification information should be obtained from the following Office of Personnel Management web site:

 

http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0300/management-and-program-analysis-series-0343/

 

Or

 

http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-ADMIN

 

 

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire.  To preview this questionnaire and determine if your experience matches the skills required for this position, click on the following link:  View Assessment Questions.

REQUIREMENTS:

 

Selectee is required to participate in the Department of Defense direct deposit of pay program.

 

A security clearance is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a position offer or removal.   If you possess a security clearance, please indicate the level and termination date in your resume.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities/competencies: 

 

1.  Program Analysis

2. Program Reporting

3.  Technical Leadership

4.  Communication (Oral and Written)

 

If, after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified.

 

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

Country: USA, State: Virginia, City: Arlington, Company: Naval Air Systems Command.