Navy Action Officer (SDSS/ACDS) - Clearance Required

About the role

Cydecor is seeking a Navy Action Officer (SDSS/ACDS) to support the Ship Self Defense Systems (SSD)/Advanced Combat Direction System (ACDS) program.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site support, strategic analysis, and well-integrated/coordinated support for N96F2 Ship Self Defense System Branch in accordance with DoD program requirements management and acquisition oversight policies and strategies.
• Serve as the principal technical advisor and provide day-to-day on-site support including weekly program/project status updates and recommendations related to program cost, schedule and performance.
• Identify issues and provide recommendations to achieve overall near-term and long-term goals.
• Assist in supporting IPTs, special advisory boards, off-sites and working groups.
• Prepare briefs, outlines, draft reports and publications and documentation to support Flag level technical and financial briefings/meetings and major milestone decisions.
• Draft white papers, concept papers, MOA, impact statements, technical reports, meeting summaries, or other material that document meetings, test results or analyses, and/or pertinent issues relating to the overarching Defense Planning Guidance activities.
• Participate in efforts related to the various acquisition processes involving systems/equipment to include JCIDS and PPBE management of the N96F2 portfolio of Navy Surface Fleet capabilities.
• Analyze and/or assist in the development of acquisition strategies and plans.
• Communicate program objectives to key high-level officials and project officers in those organizations that support the programs.
• Provide analysis to utilize new initiatives and best practices to improve areas within program management.
• Participate in, or perform independently, systems engineering design and/or Naval Architecture reviews and studies as relates to supporting all phases of system/equipment lifecycle.
• Assist in analyzing inventory requirements of systems/equipment.
• Assist in analyzing interoperability as well as joint and coalition forces.
• Maintain daily liaison with OPNAV N96’s Division and Branch chain of command and Senior Leadership.
• Maintain a strong relationship and open communication with Program Offices and related government activities and industries under contract to the Program Offices.
• Perform Total Ownership Cost evaluations.
• Conduct reliability, maintainability and availability analyses.
• Perform tradeoff studies and assessments.
• Assist/participate in feasibility, rough order of magnitude, and concept studies.
• Conduct risk assessments.
• Provide background for responses to Congressional, DoD, other Government agency or industry inquiries to include researching policy/procedures and providing back up analysis.
• Participate in management meetings held for the purpose of deciding whether to modify or initiate a new program or project, to make suggestions for possible alternatives or options that should be considered before beginning modifications or to initiate action.
• Provide analysis regarding requirements and assists in the evaluation and impact determination of AoA reports.
• Monitor programs and projects to measure progress towards reaching objectives in an effective and economical manner.
• Assist in the development of proposals for POM budget cycles.
• Identify, integrate and coordinate emerging and/or derived requirements into the POM cycle.
• Aid in the development of program performance metrics to include review and analyses of schedules, funding profiles, and fielding profiles.
• Prepare and track Milestone documentation.
• Participate in various design level reviews (e.g. System Requirements Review), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR) and analyze potential resolutions to issues and actions.
• Participate in Government/Industry/Academia meetings as well as other interagency government meetings as required.
• Participate in Test Readiness Reviews and Data Analysis Working Groups to support Test and Evaluation as required.
• Provide analytical support to various levels of stakeholders’ leadership on development and defense of proposals for DoN, SECDEF, and congressional priorities, including but not limited to allocation of Fiscal Year (FY)/Future Years Defense Plan (FYDP) funding resources to achieve objectives of programs/projects in accordance with policies and constraints.
• Provide consultation to Branch Head, N96, as required, and other stakeholder organizations on impact and risks for program/system changes on resource plans and requirements.

Requirements

• Proficient in MS Office 2010 including MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Project, MS Access and Adobe Acrobat.
• 4+ years of general experience with the above listed areas of responsibility, including hands-on experience in the following areas (recent and relevant operational or staff experience can be substituted for years of experience with specific tasks): Assessing implementation of defined requirements associated to the mission and subsequently developing plans to better meet those requirements. Assessing historical and current program performance in relation to mission objectives, and analyzing the effects of developmental plans and/or new technologies on all factors associated to the mission. Daily interaction with senior leadership within affiliated organization (OPNAV, etc.).

Qualifications

• Interim or active Secret clearance.

Work Schedule

Onsite

Compensation and Benefits

The projected compensation range for this position is $100,000-120,000. There are numerous factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the role, work location, education/certifications, and a contract's Labor Categories. Cydecor offers a comprehensive compensation package including Health and Dental Insurance, Vision and Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, 401(K) + company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Company Holidays, Tuition and Professional Development Assistance and more.

What We Believe

We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Cydecor has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Cydecor is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (EEO/AA). All employment and hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, nationality, gender, ethnic origin, disability, age, sex, gender identity & expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and/or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request assistance by contacting HR@cydecor.com or calling 703-884-2105.