Subject Matter Expert in Program Management

Overview The position requires at least 15-years of combined industry and government acquisition experience of which 5-years shall include duties/assignments specifically in support of defense acquisition programs. Experience with nuclear delivery systems desired. Responsibilities The applicant will help define military Nuclear Delivery System (NDS) scope, requirements, configurations, and identify, track, and quantify technical, cost, and schedule risks in a science and technology environment. The applicant will be responsible for analyzing IPMDAR, IMS, and other CDRL deliverables for nuclear delivery defense acquisition projects and delivering analytical insights to government customers. Applicant will demonstrate expertise in Federal Government acquisition processes and provide expert level acquisition products and guidance to program teams. Applicant will be responsible for understanding EVM and schedule estimating, substantiation of confidence level generation, and schedule/prediction analysis and using insights to inform advice and assistance to program teams. This position will provide leadership for the analyst cadre supporting AFRL NDS. This position has daily interfaces with government personnel, prime contractors, and occasional travel to other government and contractor facilities. Air Force Research Laboratory Space Vehicles Directorate The AFRL/RV is located at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M. It serves as the Air Forces center of excellence for space technology research and development, focusing on space-based capabilities such as intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, space situational awareness, communications, defensive space control, and nuclear delivery systems. The Directorate consists of an integrated team of military, civilian, and on-site contractors. AFRL executes the Science and Technology appropriations of the Department of the Air Force (DAF). Skills Required Applicant must have an expert understanding of the Department of War (DoW) acquisition system, project management processes, and practical application of DoW contracting principles. Applicants must have a strong understanding of PPBES, system engineering, subsystem technical relationships, engineering trades, technology development and risk and system maturity. Applicants must be proficient in performing WBS development and risk analysis. Applicants should have a working knowledge of earned value management, project scheduling, and M/S Project. Proficiency with M/S office applications required, i.e., Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Excellent verbal communication, written, and quantitative analytical skills required. U.S. citizenship required. Secret security clearance required, Top Secret desirable. Certifications: Professional certification such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Scheduling Professional (PSP), Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCEA), Certified Cost Professional (CCP) or similar credentials highly desired. (CCEA or CCP may substitute for a Masters Degree if candidate possesses a Bachelors in an appropriate field of study.) Years of Relevant Experience: The position requires at least 15-years of combined industry and government acquisition experience of which 5-years shall include duties/assignments specifically in support of defense acquisition programs. Experience with nuclear delivery systems desired. Education Masters Degree (B/S) in Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or Statistics. Benefits We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes: Comprehensive health, dental, life, long and short-term disability insurance 100% Company funded Retirement Plans Generous vacation, holiday and sick pay plans Tuition assistance About Tecolote Research Tecolote Research is a private, employee-owned corporation where people are our primary res urce. Our investments in technology and training give our employees the tools to ensure our clients are provided the solutions they need, and our very high employee retention rate and stable workforce is an added value to our customers. Apply now to connect with a company that invests in you. View all career opportunities: www.tecolote.com Follow us on social media: LinkedIn | X @TecoloteInc | Facebook [EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans]