Lead Enterprise Analyst

• You must be a U.S. Citizen
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
• You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic drug testing
• You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic polygraph examinations

• This position is open to the public.
• Federal government employees MUST currently be at the grade level or higher as indicated in this announcement. This is NOT a promotion opportunity for current Federal government employees. If selected for the position, Federal government employees will transition laterally at their current grade level and step.
• Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoWI 1400.25 Volume 2006.
• The NRO is only accepting external applicants for this job announcement. Current NRO Cadre employees should apply internally.
• This position does/may not qualify for the appointment of a reemployed federal annuitant IAW DoWI 1400.25 Volume 300.

• Independently conducts and leads moderately complex modeling, simulation, and analytical studies of NRO space and ground capabilities to support enterprise and mission-level decision-making.
• Works independently with customers to understand moderately complex problems, establishes scope and objectives, and anticipates customer needs by proactively translating them into analysis products.
• Provides technical leadership to assigned analysis projects; independently develops findings, alternative courses of action, and innovative solutions to moderately complex problems with mission impact.
• Leads planning and coordination across enterprise and domain-specific analysis teams consisting of government, SETA, and FFRDC staff; fosters collaboration to advance analysis goals.
• Independently formulates and applies moderately complex analysis methods; delivers high-quality analysis; and leads briefings to management on study results and recommendations.
• Oversees assigned FFRDC and SETA staff, evaluates progress, provides constructive feedback to team managers, and provides award fee inputs to contracting officer technical representatives.
• Evaluates analysis methods, technologies, and applications; identifies tool or capability gaps; provides recommendations on solutions; and leads tool procurement or development activities.
• Interfaces with IC and DoW mission partners, engages operational stakeholders to ensure proper analysis context, and leads coordination of analysis methods, processes, and lessons learned.
• Researches trends and patterns; develops new analysis methods and criteria; contributes to new policies and practices; and leads assessment of program effectiveness with the NRO-user community.
• Develops and mentors junior staff by providing constructive feedback, arranging challenging assignments, and creating meaningful training opportunities.
• May serve as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) to ensure analysis program objectives are achieved within cost, schedule, and performance requirements.

• Baccalaureate or Graduate Degree from an accredited institution that demonstrates strong analytical foundation

• STEM degree (engineering, physics, mathematics, statistics, operations research, computer science, or related discipline) OR equivalent analytical experience in modeling, simulation, and analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of moderately complex quantitative and qualitative analysis methods (statistics, modeling and simulation, decision analytics, systems analysis); expertise in developing, evaluating, and validating models and simulations across multiple system scope levels.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering disciplines, mathematics, physics, statistics, operations research, and computer science; knowledge of NRO acquisition lifecycle, systems engineering, and DoW/IC organizations and policies.
• Strong critical thinking skills; independently prepares analytical assessments with clear organization and logical presentation; formulates accurate problem statements and provides in-depth recommendations.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; leads moderately complex teams; manages conflicts effectively; builds relationships across NRO and IC/DoW to implement innovative solutions.
• Strong communication skills; presents moderately complex briefings and reports; adapts to audience needs; manages competing priorities and remains flexible with changing requirements.
• Program management experience (cost, schedule, performance); moderately in-depth knowledge of SED/OEA missions and relationship to broader NRO mission.

• Overtime Statement:  MAY be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Travel Statement:  MAY be required to travel in commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Financial Disclosure:  MAY be required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) coded positions: If selected for a DAWIA coded position, the incumbent must meet appropriate certification requirements IAW the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) no later than 24 months after accepting this position. Individual shall maintain, at a minimum 80 continuous Learning Points every 24 months via the services acquisition management system. DAWIA requirements may be located at the Defense Acquisition University website.

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job applicants  

• An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job.
• An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.
• An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events.

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