C3BM Principal Acquisition Analyst

Schriever SFB, CO

C3BM Principal Acquisition Analyst

• Use working knowledge of applicable DoD acquisition directives to support the development of Missile Defense System (MDS) acquisition policy, plans, processes, procedures, and guidance for MDS development and fielding.
• Develop, baseline, and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). Conduct critical path analysis, schedule risk assessments, and variance analysis.
• Identify potential schedule conflicts and acquisition bottlenecks; develop and recommend mitigation strategies to program leadership. Facilitate coordination among engineering, logistics, contracting, and resource management teams.
• Interpret MDA acquisition guidance to support acquisition planning and MDS program integration.
• Prepare planning documents to coordinate integrated acquisition strategies within the MDS and OGA partners.
• Generate recurring and ad‑hoc schedule reports, metrics, and dashboards.
• Support and interact daily with high‑level DoD Officials (O‑6 and above, GS‑15/NH‑4 equivalent), sit on‑site with the DoD Program Office, and deliver products successfully in a fast‑paced environment (on demand).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree and 20+ years of relevant experience OR
• Master’s degree and 12+ years of relevant experience.
• Active Secret clearance.

• Work within a collaborative environment composed of Government, prime contractor, subcontractor, and supporting contractor personnel in a badge‑less contractor environment.
• Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency, Ballistic Missile Defense System, and/or C3BM Program Office work efforts.
• Successfully pass background and drug screening.

• Proficiency in industry‑standard scheduling tools.
• Self‑starter with enthusiasm and capacity to learn in a fast‑paced environment.
• Possess knowledge of acquisition processes/activities required to support the evaluation of contract performance against the program baselines.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct deep‑dive schedule variance analysis, identify root causes of delays, and confidently propose corrective action plans to program leadership.
• Have expertise in strategic planning, acquisition strategy development, and development of key acquisition documentation to support acquisition strategy approval and execution.

USD $/Yr. Up to USD $/Yr.