Ship Acquisition and Lifecycle Analyst (Mid-Level)

Sayres, a prominent leader in defense support services to the DOD in the shipbuilding industry, is currently seeking a highly experienced Senior Ship Acquisition and Lifecycle Analyst with Secret Clearance in Washington, DC. As a key member of our team, the Senior Analyst will provide executive-level acquisition and lifecycle management support for the US Navy auxiliary ship/service craft/small boat major acquisition program office within Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA).

Responsibilities:

The Ship Acquisition and Lifecycle Analyst will collaborate with a team of analysts in navigating complex shipbuilding procurement and design/build contract evolutions using DOD 5000 processes. They will also manage ship lifecycle management activities, including maintenance, engineering, and repair/availability management. Duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Executive-Level Support: Provide high-level acquisition and lifecycle management support for major US Navy auxiliary ship/service craft/small boat programs.

2. Program Management: Apply specific program and operational knowledge of ACAT acquisition processes and lead special project initiatives on behalf of the government/military customer.

3. Stakeholder Engagement: Interface with a wide range of stakeholders throughout the Navy and industry, including shipyards and commercial vendors.

Additional Duties:

4. Budgetary Oversight: Assist in managing program budgets, cost estimates, and financial forecasting.

5. Contract Negotiations: Participate in contract negotiations with shipyards and vendors to ensure optimal terms and conditions.

6. Risk Management: Identify and address potential risks and issues related to ship acquisition and lifecycle management.

7. Engineering Support: Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance with technical specifications and requirements.

8. Compliance Assurance: Ensure adherence to relevant regulations, policies, and standards during the acquisition and lifecycle phases.

9. Performance Analysis: Conduct performance evaluations and assessments of shipbuilding programs and recommend improvements.

10. Lifecycle Planning: Develop long-term plans for ship maintenance, upgrades, and modernization to enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements:

- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in ship acquisition and lifecycle management.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in shipbuilding or relevant environments.
- Secret Clearance.
- Excellent communication and organization skills.
- Preferred certifications include PMP (Project Management Professional) and DAU/DAWIA (Defense Acquisition University/Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act) training.
- Preferred first-hand experience with USN Service Craft/Auxiliary Ships or Small Boats.

The position description represents a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this position. Additional duties may be assigned to meet specific project needs. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

At Sayres, our employees enjoy an atmosphere conducive to realizing their potential through personal and professional development while exceeding customers' expectations. Join our dynamic team and contribute to our continued excellence in providing service to the Federal Government since 2001. We offer a broad spectrum of technical, engineering, and administrative services, including acquisition, financial and program management; fleet synthetic training; logistics; ship construction engineering; systems engineering and integration; wargaming; test and evaluation; security, counterintelligence, and policy analysis.

Sayres is headquartered in Washington, DC, with offices throughout the United States and has a presence abroad. #CJ