Acquisition Analyst, Associate Principal

Job Title

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

Document and edit acquisition and engineering documentation required throughout the DHS Acquisition Lifecycle Framework (ALF) and Systems Engineering Life Cycle (SELC).

Draft, revise, and finalize key program documents such as Mission Need Statements (MNS), Capability Development Plans (CDP), Analysis of Alternatives (AOA / AA) Study Plans, Operational Requirements Documents (ORD), and Acquisition Program Baselines (APB).

Develop and maintain Integrated Logistics Support Plans (ILSP), Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), Systems Engineering Plans, Risk Management Plans, and related technical artifacts.

Prepare SELC artifacts, tailoring plans, and technical review documentation as required for each phase and technical review (e.g., Initial Technical Review, Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review).

Coordinate with program managers, systems engineers, and subject matter experts to collect, synthesize, and accurately present technical, cost, and schedule information.

Analyze broadly stated project requirements and, through research and meeting with stakeholders, provide recommendations for improving key performance parameters key system attributes, and additional requirements.

Ensure all written materials comply with DHS and CBP acquisition policy, standards, terminology, and formatting requirements.

Translate complex technical and programmatic data into clear, concise, and actionable documentation for executive, technical, and regulatory review.

Track and manage revisions to documentation throughout all lifecycle phases, and support configuration management and version control of program documents.

Collaborate and provide input to technical review completion letters and summary-level exit criteria documentation in line with SELC requirements.

Support the preparation and submission of required documentation packages for Acquisition Decision Events (ADE-1, ADE-2A, ADE-2C, ADE-3, etc.).

Review and ensure all documents adhere to DHS and CBP privacy, records management, cybersecurity, and accessibility (Section 508) compliance requirements.

Assist in tailoring paths for program documentation based on ALF / SELC guidance, including Incremental Software Development and COTS / NDI and Commercial Services Opening Pilot programs.

Maintain awareness of updates to DHS and CBP acquisition, engineering, and documentation guidance and ensure compliance with latest best practices.

Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship Required

CBP BI or TOP SECRET Clearance is required

Bachelor's degree in STEM field with 10-12 years of experience; Master's degree preferred

Previous experience with Department of Homeland Security

Previous experience in Systems Engineering and Acquisition.

Understanding the Systems Engineering and Acquisition Lifecycles at DHS, CBP preferred (e.g., ALF, MD-102)

Familiarity with IEEE standard 1012

Excellent writing, communications, and briefing skills

Certifications from DAU and DAWIA in Acquisition are desired

Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, and effective decision-making

Skilled in planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $94,100.00 / Yr. - USD $157,100.00 / Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race / Sex / Disability Status / Veteran Status