This position is part of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency. The incumbent will be responsible for serving as a Senior Weapons Analyst and Manager with responsibility for the development of acquisition and security cooperation (SC) strategic plans and documentation, and policies to guide, direct, and outline the future of delegated SC activities.

Duties

As a WEAPONS SYSTEM ANALYST (ACQUISITION & TRANSFER) at the GS-0343-15 some of your typical work assignments may include: Oversees SC privatization activities, monitoring competing requirements and working with MiLDeps other U.S. defense industry officials to establishes and maintains standard approaches to systems sales and technology transfers on on specific technology-sensitive issues. Advise senior leadership on acquisition and sustainment matters as they relate to execution of FMS, Building Partner Capacity (BPC), and other SC programs. Provide leadership and expert guidance to the planning, analysis, and application of a full-range of methodological tools and approaches to gain a comprehensive understanding of complex analytical issues and incorporate insights and findings Maintain a detailed knowledge or technological and industrial process-oriented matters of interest to DSCA and representing the Agency in intra-DoD and interagency discussions related to the management of technically sensitive defense article transfer issues, arising from the implementation and management of U.S. security cooperation (SC) and arms transfer policies and programs.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment and Relocation Incentives: May be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-15 grade level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service: Managing weapon systems acquisition and transfers Developing, coordinating and monitoring reviews of defense capability and weapons technology releases and policies Implementing and executing projects by analyzing system and component performance and technical characteristics Providing advisory to senior leaders on foreign competitions advocacy and technology release on weapons 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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Defense Security Cooperation Agency 1851 S. Bell Room 501 Arlington, VA 22240 US
• Name: DSCA Servicing Team
• Phone: 614 692-0252
• Email: [email protected]