Acquisition And Program Management Support

Tecolote Research, I

Colorado Springs, CO

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Colorado Springs, CO
POSTED
30+ days ago
Overview We are looking for talented individuals who are interested in opportunities at Tecolote Research. We are a company that sets the standard for delivering excellence in the federal marketplace. If you are interested in supporting our nation's most critical missions, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities Ability to work independently or monitored by senior employees to ensure compliance with proper procedures (Program Office Support interface) Resolve unique or novel problems, conditions, or issues Significantly alter standard practices, equipment, devices, processes, and known techniques Provide expert advice to professional colleagues and/or agency officials responsible for broad program operations Provide significant and innovative recommendations for advancing programs and/or methods Execute significant projects representing an important segment of the agency's operating programs Exercise judgment and ingenuity in evaluating the value and applicability of new or improved technology, strategies, trends, or applications Investigating, predicting, and anticipating issues and conditions extending beyond a single specialty area, and affecting known standards, approaches, precedents, or concepts Developing or collaborating in the formation of new standards, applications, concepts, or theories Assessing and carrying out strategies and actions to reconcile or resolve novel, conflicting, or controversial issues or policies Recommend viable solutions to problems and the pursuit of alternative courses of action Effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation (briefings, documents, plans, etc.) Plan, research, analyze, and assess system acquisition in terms of development, production, and deployment of weapons systems and associated equipment; formulate plans and recommend effective strategies in meeting cost, schedule and performance objectives Create and maintain risk documentation for program manager's portfolio Effectively coordinate regular and ad hoc meetings, test events, and deployments involving multiple organizations from disparate locations Skills Required The position requires experience with the Air Force, Space Force Master's Degree in business, engineering, science (physics or chemistry), or mathematics. Master's Degree in an unrelated field requires an additional 2 years of relevant experience or relevant Professional Certification Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the contract acquisition process Experience assisting program managers in assessing what programs are within schedule and cost baselines Experience supporting program management reviews, senior level meeting/reviews and develop various briefings/schedules of program status and acquisition tasks to senior management Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of acquisition programs Comprehensive knowledge of principles, policies and practices of systems acquisition and program management as well as knowledge of roles and relationships of DoD, Air Force and the US Space Force Experience writing requirements for Performance Work Statements (PWS), accomplish technical evaluations, and write incentive fee plans Knowledge and ability to perform tasks related to the technical/professional discipline they are performing In-depth knowledge and skill in applying engineering theories, principles, concepts, standards, and methods sufficient to extend or modify theories, concepts, and assumptions Ability to thrive in both acquisition and high tempo operational atmospheres. U.S. Citizenship with Top Secret Clearance Open until filled Education Bachelor's degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences. Benefits We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes: Comprehensive health, denta , 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 resource. 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]

About the Company

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Tecolote Research, I

Tecolote Research, Inc.is a leading provider of cost estimating, financial management, scheduling and earned value management (EVM) services for complex acquisition, construction, and integration projects.

Since our founding in 1973, we have built a consistent record of success on the principles of technical excellence, independence, and integrity.

INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1973