OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST WITH SECURITY CLEARANCE

Duties As a Operations Research Analyst at the NH-1515-2/3 broadband level some of your typical work assignments may include: * Develop, update, maintain, and document credible, accurate, and comprehensive Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCE), Program Office Estimates (POE), and Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE). * Participate as a member of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) or program office to generate cost-related products in support of acquisition milestones, contract actions, budgets, and trades to execute the organization's mission. * Support cost trade analyses (e.g. what-if drills, business case analysis, cost benefit analysis, economic analysis, cost as an independent variable, architecture trades, design to cost, and analysis of alternatives). * Provide cost estimating and analysis products and instructions in support of Request for Proposal (RFP) actions through post-contract award activities. Participate in source selections/proposal evaluations to evaluate risk, reasonableness, and realism. * Assist in the development and review of Cost Analysis Requirements Descriptions (CARDs). * Develop Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs), data collection plans, Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), Data Item Descriptions (DIDs), and cost reporting award fee criteria for contracts. * Develop, apply, and document appropriate cost estimating and analysis methodologies. * Develop, update, and maintain cost models capable of providing timely, credible, accurate, comprehensive, and documented program life cycle cost estimates. * Generate alternative methodologies and cross-check estimates to validate primary cost estimate. * Conduct risk & uncertainty analysis. * Conduct sensitivity analysis. * Prepare, review, and present cost estimates, cost analysis, cost studies, excursions, recommendations, and briefings to MDA leadership and stakeholders. * Review and archive cost reports in the DOC library, including Contract Performance Reports and Cost and Software Data Reports. * Develop, update, and maintain a Joint Cost Model with the Lead Service(s) to support the Missile Defense Agency transition of systems. * Generate the cost estimates presented in resource baselines for the Baseline Execution Reviews and Missile Defense Accountability Report (MDAR). * Support Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs) and reconcile Earned Value Management (EVM) Estimates at Completion (EAC) with IGCEs. * Support and/or respond to external requests for information related to MDA cost estimates through oral and written communication with supporting data products. Requirements Conditions of Employment * Must be a U.S. Citizen * Occasional Travel * Work Schedule: Full-time * Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service * Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation * May be required to successfully complete a probationary period * Overtime: Occasionally * Tour of Duty: Maxi Flex * Recruitment Incentives: Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees based on agency policy and availability. * Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt * Financial Disclosure: Required (Need Confirmation from MDA-sent email) * Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible * This is a drug testing designated position. * This is an acquisition position coded Practitioner in Business, Cost Estimating. Incumbent must obtain mandatory Back-to-Basics (BtB) certification within 60 months of entry into position. * Incumbent must acquire 80 Continuous Learning Points every 24 months. * Must obtain/maintain Non-critical Sensitive/Secret security clearance Qualifications You may qualify at the NH-02/03 broadband level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: For the NH-02: Applicants who meet the basic requirements described in the individual occupational requirements are fully qualified for the specified entry grade. For the NH-03: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-02/GS-11 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: * Development of credible, accurate, comprehensive, and documented Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs), Program Office Estimates (POEs), and/or Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs). * Collection, normalization, and analysis of cost data. * Development and application of appropriate cost estimating and analysis methodologies, utilizing techniques such as linear and non-linear regression to determine cost estimating relationships (CERs). * Development, update, and maintenance of cost models capable of providing timely, reliable cost estimates. * Preparation, presentation, and documentation of cost estimates, cost analysis, cost studies, excursions, recommendations, and/or briefings to customers and stakeholders. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-Standards Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1515, series as listed below: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/operations-research-series-1515/ Please limit your resume to five pages. If more than five pages are submitted, only the first five pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. NOTE: The limit does not apply to cover letters, eligibility documents such as Standard Form (SF) 50, Military Spouse, DD Form 214, transcripts, etc. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for these grade levels. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html Additional information This position may be eligible for part time, substantial or ad-hoc telework at the discretion of management. Other Notes: DAWIA (Back to Basics) Certification: NON-CAP: Position requires DoD Acquisition Business-Cost Estimating, Practitioner certification within required timeframes. Selectee must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2-years. Click here for more details and Resources . RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov) ) * Benefits Help 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. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits 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. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. We will review your resume and supporting documents, to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified below, required for this position. Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements. Veterans Preference: If you are entitled to veterans preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For information on entitlement see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp): To receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp) eligibility. If you are claiming Military Spouse eligibility and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager. Information and required documentation for claiming Military Spouse eligibility may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link be