PROGRAM ANALYST

Naval Sea Systems Command

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

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Duties

• You will execute program plans to achieve milestones and requirements for the full scope of activities associated with acquisition issues.


• You will ensure program schedules are met within workforce and fiscal resources.


• You will provide long range plans for the cost, performance, schedule of diverse teams and acquisition efforts within the scope of assigned areas; exercise significant judgment and experience to establish priorities.


• You will serve as management advisor using a high-level of discernment and judgment to address a wide variety of interrelated subject matter, that can include financial, contractual, programmatic, or other program office focus areas.


• You will establish and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate projects concerning the development, installation, integration, and testing, relative to the acquisition process.


• You will brief senior leadership and makes recommendations based on findings.


• You will prepare coordinated reports, presentations and briefings in support of program actions.


• You will analyze requirements to develop program reporting including the specifications, data gathering and analytical techniques, and evaluation methodology.


• You will lead studies, surveys, reviews, and/or research projects to evaluate program accomplishments, effectiveness, and/or compliance with meeting specific goals, objectives, rules, and regulations.


• You will develop evaluation plans, metrics, procedures, and methodology as a result of studies performed.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a US Citizen.


• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.


• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.


• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov


• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.


• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.


• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final Secret security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.


• This position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA). Certification in the Acquisition Functional Area and category assigned to the position is required within established category timeframes.


• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.

Qualifications

Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NH-02 pay band (GS-11 equivalent) grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Expert knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods related to program/project management. Expert knowledge of evaluative and analytical techniques to analyze program requirements and develop and recommend strategies for execution. Expert knowledge is applied in conducting studies, analyzing findings and making recommendations on substantive operating programs. Comprehensive skill in applying, enforcing and integrating rules, regulation, and guidelines that impact projects and programs. Ability to study, identify and solve complex problems; develops innovative support approaches to resolve identified issues. Working level knowledge of acquisition directives, regulations, policies and laws. Mastery of management principles and organizational practices to lead a team and collaborate with stakeholders throughout various phases of a program/project.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at:

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees.

A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Overview
Accepting applications

Open & closing dates


05/08/2026 to 05/14/2026

Salary
$102,415 - $158,322 per year

Pay scale & grade
NH 3

Location
1 vacancy in the following location:





Washington Navy Yard, DC

Remote job
No

Telework eligible
Yes—This position is eligible for ad-hoc/situational telework at the discretion of management.

Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—Relocation incentives as described in 5 USC 5753 may be authorized in accordance with applicable regulations. PCS is not authorized.

Appointment type
Permanent

Work schedule
Full-time

Service
Competitive

Promotion potential

3

Job family (Series)

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  0343 Management And Program Analysis
  
  

Supervisory status
No

Security clearance

Drug test
No

Financial disclosure
- You will be required to complete ethics orientation within three months of appointment and submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450, within 30 days of appointment.

Bargaining unit status

Announcement number
DE-12957312-26-HMD


Control number
868435100