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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented C3BM Principal Acquisition Analyst to join our team! In this role you will be part of the Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (C3BM) systems engineering efforts to include engaging in Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) technical engineering and integration, future concepts, new functionality, and multi-national exchange designs. Systems engineering tasking includes participation in reviews and assessments of C2BMC engineering products and documentation.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Utilize working knowledge of applicable DoD acquisition directives to support the development of Missile Defense System (MDS) acquisition policy, plans, processes, procedures, and guidance for MDS development and fielding
- Develop, baseline, and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). Conduct critical path analysis, schedule risk assessments, and variance analysis.
- Identify potential schedule conflicts and acquisition bottlenecks; develop and recommend mitigation strategies to program leadership. Facilitate coordination between engineering, logistics, contracting, and resource management teams.
- Interpret MDA acquisition guidance to support acquisition planning and MDS program integration
- Prepare planning documents to coordinate integrated acquisition strategies within the MDS and OGA partners
- Generate recurring and ad-hoc schedule reports, metrics, and dashboards.
- Support and interact on a daily basis with high level DoD Officials (O-6 and above, GS-15/NH-4 equivalent), sitting on-site with the DoD Program Office and ability to deliver products successfully in a fast paced environment (on demand)
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Bachelors Degree and 20+ years of relevant experience or Master Degree and 12+ years of relevant experience
- Active Secret clearance
- Proficiency in industry-standard scheduling tools
- Possess knowledge of acquisition processes/activities required to support the evaluation of contract performance against the program baselines
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct deep-dive schedule variance analysis, identify root causes of delays, and confidently propose corrective action plans to program leadership
- Expertise in strategic planning, acquisition strategy development, and development of key acquisition documentation to support acquisition strategy approval and execution
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
- Self-starter with enthusiasm and capacity to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Work within a collaborative environment composed of Government, prime contractor, sub contractor and supporting contractor personnel in a badge-less contractor environment
- Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency, Ballistic Missile Defense System, and/or C3BM Program Office work efforts
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with 20+ years relevant experience, or Master's degree with 12+ years relevant experience
- Active Secret security clearance
- Proficiency in industry-standard scheduling tools
- Experience developing, baselining, and maintaining an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) including critical path and schedule risk assessments
- Knowledge of DoD/MDA acquisition directives, processes, and ability to interpret acquisition guidance for planning and program integration
- Strong analytical skills to perform deep-dive schedule variance analysis and recommend corrective actions
- Expertise in strategic planning and acquisition strategy development and preparation of acquisition documentation
- Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency, Ballistic Missile Defense System, and C3BM program work efforts
- Self-starter able to work in fast-paced, collaborative government/contractor environments
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Parsons Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Parsons Corporation.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
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