Principal Acquisition Analyst – Strategy & Documentation | Active Secret Security Clearance

Our client is seeking a Principal – Acquisition Strategy and Documentation professional for a position at Hanscom Air Force Base (AFB) in Bedford, MA
. The ideal candidate must possess an active Secret Security Clearance and substantial experience with the Department of Defense (DoD). Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

• Bachelor's degree with 20 years of relevant experience (at least 10 years within the DoD),
• Master's degree with 15 years of relevant experience (at least 10 years within the DoD),
• 25 years of directly related experience with appropriate certifications (including at least 10 years within the DoD).

• Possess in-depth knowledge of systems acquisition and program management principles, policies, and practices as outlined in DoDI 5000.02
  .
• Understand roles and relationships across the DoD and the U.S. Air Force
  .
• Utilize both qualitative and quantitative techniques to analyze and measure program effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity.
• Support program managers in assessing cost and schedule baselines, recommend solutions, and explore alternative courses of action.
• Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, and produce high‑quality documentation (e.g., briefings, reports, and plans).
• Plan, research, analyze, and assess system acquisition efforts across development, production, and deployment phases.
• Formulate strategic plans and recommend approaches to meet cost
  , schedule
  , and performance goals.
• Develop and support acquisition reports, including both statutory and regulatory reports (e.g.,
  DAES, MAR
  ).
• Support program management reviews (PMRs), senior leadership reviews, and Integrated Master Plan/Schedule (IMP/IMS) assessments.
• Prepare and present program status updates and acquisition deliverables to senior leadership.
• Demonstrate recognized expertise in the technical/professional discipline and oversee junior and mid‑level personnel.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of relevant standards, procedures, and practices within program office, enterprise, or staff‑level environments.
• Establish and implement division‑wide processes to ensure timely and efficient review, coordination, and approval of all documentation, reports, and management tasks.
• Interpret complex tasks from higher‑level organizations (e.g.,
  PEO Staff
  , Air Staff
  , DoD Staff
  , Congressional Staff
  ), and organize multi‑functional team responses.
• Consolidate and synthesize data from multiple programs and disciplines into clear, actionable reports for senior decision‑makers.
• Delegate effectively and manage teams to meet outlined responsibilities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance (or higher).
• Education and Experience (must meet one of the following):
  • Bachelor's degree +
    20 years of relevant experience (including 10 years in the DoD),
  • Master's degree +
    15 years of relevant experience (including 10 years in the DoD),
  • 25 years of directly related experience with proper certifications (including 10 years in the DoD).
• Strongly preferred:
  Prior experience working on Air Force Headquarters Staff
  , especially at SAF/AQ and/or PEO Staff
  .
• Required:
  
  Direct experience in acquisition reporting
  , including but not limited to DAES, MAR, SAR
  , and GAO audits
  .
• Desirable:
  Experience across multiple acquisition disciplines, particularly in program management and financial management
  .