Acquisition Analyst - Alexandria, VA, US

Management Analyst II - Acquisition Analyst · Company Overview: · KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experien ...

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Management Analyst II - Acquisition Analyst

Company Overview:

KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nation's security and well-being. 

KMS is a two-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, we received the Providence Journal Rhode Island Top Workplaces award and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility

Position Summary / Objective:

This position supports the In-Service Strategic Submarines Program Office (PMS 396) which is part of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Program Executive Office Submarines (PEO SSBN), and Team Submarine (TSUB) providing engineering, logistics, and project management support to SSGN and SSBN Class Submarines.

Essential functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Acquisition Strategy & Documentation:
  • Lead the development and preparation of comprehensive, high-quality acquisition documents for new contracts, including but not limited to Acquisition Plans (AP), Justification and Approvals (J&A), Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and DD Form 254 (Contract Security Classification Specification).
  • Provide expert analysis and recommendations for acquisition strategies for major new programs and follow-on contracts.
  • Ensure all pre-award documentation is compliant with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and relevant DoD/NAVSEA policies.
• Contract Management:
  • Provide cradle-to-grave contract management support for active contracts.
  • Monitor contractor performance, track deliverables, and review invoices to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
  • Assist in contract modifications, exercise options, and support the contract closeout process.
  • Manage and maintain the DD Form 254, ensuring security requirements are current and accurately communicated to the contractor.
• PPBE & Financial Management:
  • Track the execution of program funds and provide detailed financial analysis and reporting Acquisition PAPM.
  • Assist in aligning program requirements with financial resources and budget cycles to ensure program stability and success.
• Program Support:
  • Prepare and staff high-level briefings, white papers, and decision packages for senior leadership.
  • Facilitate Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and working groups to resolve acquisition, financial, and contractual issues.

Required education and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business or technical field.
• 10 or more years experience in engineering/science management, operations research analysis or financial/cost analysis. Significant experience in U.S. Navy programs or operations.

Preferred education and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, engineering or other technical discipline (or commensurate experience).
• 10+ years of experience supporting military and DoD clients.
• 5+ years of experience working with Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition, especially for an ACAT 1 program.
• Experience in Contract Management, PPBE process, execution of various types of contracts and Financial Management.
• Understanding of database management tools to track program execution status, contract execution status, and contract deliveries.   
• Experience working with Navy Program Offices, especially NAVSEA or Team Submarine.
• Active Secret Clearance.

Competencies:

• Must have excellent client interface skills.
• Must work well individually and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be highly reliable and demonstrate personal initiative.

Additional eligibility requirements

Work authorization/security clearance requirements:

A Secret Clearance is required. 

Other Duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. 

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Excellent listening skills are essential. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms and have a lifting capacity of a minimum of 20 lbs.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

The typical workday is eight hours in length, normal hours are 7:30 AM-3:30PM. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, with concurrence from the supervisor. The employee must be available during the "core" work hours of 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and must account for the hours in a pay period to maintain full-time status.

Telework:

• Telework is not allowed for this position. However, that may change based on customer requirements.

Travel: 

• No travel is expected with this position; however, it may be required at direction of NAVSEA customer

Benefits and Additional Compensation:

KMS offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program. Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus.

AAP/EEO Statement:

KMS Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

KMS Solutions is a drug free workplace.

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