Principal Acquisition Analysts/Program Leads

VISTA Technology Services, Inc. (VISTA) is currently seeking Principal Acquisition Analysts/Program Leads to support a NAVSEA Ship Acquisition Program in the DMV Area.

Responsibilities

Provide acquisition and program support to a NAVSEA Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)

Lead and oversee acquisition management activities related to the delivery, integration, and tracking of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) and Contractor Furnished Equipment (CFE) for Navy ship platforms and systems

Monitor and report on equipment delivery status, identify risks and issues, and develop mitigation strategies to support successful program execution

Support program planning, documentation, milestone preparation, and stakeholder coordination across government and industry partners

Analyze schedules, cost estimates, and performance data to ensure alignment with program goals and requirements

Provide acquisition support in accordance with DoD 5000 series and NAVSEA acquisition processes

Develop and present briefings, reports, and deliverables to senior leadership within the PEO and supporting program offices

Serve as a liaison between technical and programmatic stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and issue resolution

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and best practices in program management and acquisition strategy

Basic Qualifications

10+ years of program/project management experience in DoD/Navy acquisition

Understanding of Navy/defense acquisition policies, processes, equipment integration, and program life-cycle program support

Experience delivering GFE and CFE and combat systems for new construction and sustainment programs

Ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders across geographically dispersed teams

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to include experience preparing formal reports and briefings for senior government officials

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and program tracking tools

Active DoD Secret Clearance

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, finance, english, history, computer science, economics, mathematics, communications, accounting, education, or science discipline

12+ years of experience in DoD/Navy program management, government technical management, or industry business management roles

DAWIA certification in program management

Experience supporting a Navy Program Office

Familiarity with shipyard operations, logistics planning, and/or configuration management

Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM), Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), and Acquisition Strategy Development

VISTA offers a competitive compensation package and a generous benefit plan which includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance, and an employer matching 401(k) plan.

Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For this position, VISTA will consider only applicants with an active DoD security clearance.

VISTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans Employer

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