MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ANALYST

Summary Click on Learn more about this agency button below to view Eligibilities being considered. This position provides Configuration and Data Management support for programs related to acquisitions, development, maintenance, modification and sustainment activities. Establishing baselines and providing traceability and change control for weapon system software, hardware, firmware and systems engineering products. Develops and sustains data gathering software tools for system-level testing. Responsibilities Provides configuration, data, engineering data management, and deficiency reporting requirements for new contractual documents such as; Statements of Work (SOW), Program Directives (PD), Product Requirements Document (PRD), Memorandums of Agreement (MOA), Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM), configuration and data management plans, and other program documentation. Responsible for assuring that appropriate configuration and data management, and deficiency reporting requirements are covered in all assigned program documentation. Ensures that technical documentation in the form of specifications, Change Requests (CR), Engineering Change Proposals (ECP), Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and engineering drawings document the functional, allocated, and product baselines. Works with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems to facilitate in the accountability of configured items and supporting data. Participates in formal technical reviews and milestones of program end items such as Preliminary Design Review (PDR) and Critical Design Review (CDR). Participates in Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs). Evaluates Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROMs), Waivers/Deviations, and other related program documentation for adequacy, completeness and compliance with directives. Controls requests for data Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) and processes Data Item Descriptions (DIDs). Periodically reviews the contractor's management systems for the preparation, maintenance, control, and delivery of data. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: I have at least one year or will within 120 days of close of this announcement, of specialized experience which is equivalent to Federal experience at the next lower grade (GS-11), level, pay band (NH-02), or equivalent (pay schedule, pay band, etc). Specialized experience is described as: Providing configuration, data, engineering data management, and deficiency reporting requirements for new contractual documents; establishing baselines and providing traceability and change control for weapon system software, hardware, firmware and systems engineering; evaluating engineering proposals from a configuration and data management; Initiating coordination with customers, users, contractors, and division staff to ensure technical support is provided in a timely; ensuring technical data packages are adequate, accurate, approved, and available for use when needed; knowledge of the Organizational structure and contractor operations and familiarity with the various management and technical disciplines involved to sufficiently understand technical and procurement terminology and procedures; knowledge of engineering drawings and contractor engineering control/release processes, and tracking. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of configuration, data, engineering data management, and deficiency reporting requirements as specified in military specifications and standards, and organizational directives. 2. Knowledge of engineering drawings and contractor engineering control/release processes and tracking systems such as PLM systems. 3. Understanding of contractor estimating/pricing techniques as related to proposal evaluation. 4. Knowledge of, and skill in, the use of principles of communication, negotiation as required to reconcile diverse opinions that can arise from conflicts in contracting, engineering data/data management, and audits. 5. Knowledge of the Organizational structure and contractor operations and familiarity with the various management and technical disciplines involved to sufficiently understand technical and procurement terminology and procedures. 6. Ability to speak and write effectively. 7. Ability to plan, organize and chair conferences and meetings. 8. Skill in developing corrective actions for observed discrepancies. 9. Familiarity with policies and issues pertaining to priority rights in data. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information AcqDemo Expanded Probationary Period for Supervisors and Managers: An additional supervisory probationary period of one year may be required when an employee is officially assigned to a different supervisory position. This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary/term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. 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