Program Analyst

Program Analyst

Department: Department of Defense

Location(s): Dahlgren, Virginia

Salary Range: $102415 - $158322 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is part of the Department of Defense (DoD), Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The incumbent will be responsible for: Advising the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) leadership on all matters related to program cost. schedule and performance across the Ballistic Missile defense System (BMDS).

Major Duties:

• This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Acq Demo Business and Technical Management to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. As a Program Analyst at the NH-0343-3 broadband level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Advise the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) leadership on all matters related to program cost. schedule and performance across the Ballistic Missile defense System (BMDS). Ensure that BMOS program/project requirements are properly identified, budgeted, and acquired in accordance with Agency and DoD acquisition regulations and policies. Assess, manage, and eliminate risk related to program cost, schedule and performance. Work with leadership to identify and conduct special studies and analyses to determine the future course of the MDA programs to improve efficiency by identifying and proposing new organizational structures, realignment of functions and staffing level. Improve operating concepts and criteria and stimulate the development of improved policies, methodologies, and techniques across the BMDS. Assist in developing acquisition directives and objectives to meet the MDA's objectives, goals, and vision. Research, coordinate, plan and brief actions in support of the MDA's objectives, goals and vision. Assist with research, analyze, and participate in drafting and reviewing comprehensive reports to Congress, and assist with preparing, reviewing. and documenting draft testimony and responses to Congressional or external inquiries. Supports higher graded specialists who serve as planner, analyst, and advisor to agency management on program cost analysis, annual/multi-year and long-range fiscal/program planning, and/or commercial issues for key agency programs. Compares actual program developments against approved plans and baselines to identify potential and actual problems. Executed baseline remedial and preventive actions, and report findings and recommendations to leadership. Assists in the design and direction of special execution analyses of specific programs and contracts to determine status, trends, issues and impacts on budget requests, program levels and program objectives. Conducts comparative analysis and recommends solutions for specific execution problems and modifications to overall Agency policies and processes

Qualifications: You may qualify at the NH03Broadband Level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-02/GS-11 grade level in the Federal service as listed below and must meet 2 of 3 specialized experience listed below to be qualified: Analyzing and interpreting acquisition requirements for complex weapons systems and equipment or closely related systems and equipment development, procurement, and life-cycle management. Applying qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness. Working with, establishing, and carrying out acquisition regulations, policies, regulations, and precedents. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12951910 Please review the General Application Information and Definitions at: https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d

Application Deadline: 2026-05-12