Lifecycle Analyst - PM C2T

Candidates must have an active Secret clearance and verify, before applying, that you meet the minimum requirements of the position.

Job Title:

Lifecycle Analyst

Location:

Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD

Clearance:
Secret (U.S. Citizenship Required)

Work Schedule:

Full-Time (40 Hours/Week)

The Lifecycle Analyst provides comprehensive System Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) and lifecycle management support to the Project Manager Command & Control Transport (PM C2T) portfolio of tactical communication systems. Acting as a principal acquisition strategist for a high-visibility defense portfolio, this role delivers full-spectrum acquisition lifecycle oversight—from concept initiation through sustainment—ensuring alignment with statutory requirements, milestone objectives, and the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF).

The Lifecycle Analyst supports multiple long-term efforts and new start programs by delivering expert lifecycle analysis, acquisition strategy guidance, requirements support, risk management, and milestone readiness for ACAT I–IV and modification programs within PM C2T.

• Develop and execute innovative acquisition strategies optimized for cost, schedule, performance, and risk.
• Ensure program compliance with DODD 5000.01, DODI 5000.02, DODI 5000.80, DODI 5000.85, AR 70-1, AR 750-10, and related DoD/Army directives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for acquisition lifecycle strategy and milestone decision processes across all ACAT levels.

• Conduct day-to-day lifecycle and program analysis supporting multiple tactical network programs.
• Develop program documentation, status reports, milestone decision materials, and leadership briefings.
• Continuously monitor and incorporate the latest DoD and Army acquisition guidance to ensure compliance.

• Lead development, drafting, coordination, and defense of acquisition documentation across program portfolios.
• Coordinate and staff documents for leadership signature, ensuring timely progress toward Milestone Decision Reviews (MDRs).
• Track and advise on documentation requirements using the AAF Document Identification Tool (AAFDID).
• Provide consistent, high-quality programmatic documentation and communication packages.

• Provide expertise in reviewing and developing JCIDS requirements documentation, including ICDs, CDDs, and CPDs.
• Support Directed Requirements and rapid warfighter needs through Capability Needs Statements.

• Oversee development and maintenance of the Acquisition Program Baseline (APB).
• Track execution against baseline thresholds and report variances with actionable recommendations.

• Assist programs with risk identification, tracking, mitigation planning, and resolution documentation.
• Support new start programs in developing risk management plans and lifecycle processes.
• Provide expert assessments of execution risks and mitigation strategies across the lifecycle.

• Support Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) activities, providing analytical insights for resource allocation.
• Assist with budget justification and strategic alignment of funding profiles.

• Participate in IPTs and collaborate with engineering, finance, logistics, and contracting counterparts.
• Provide expert advisory support to Assistant Program Managers and program leadership.
• Assist with coordination of large, cross-functional teams to meet milestone and acquisition objectives.

• Minimum of 2 years preparing and reviewing acquisition documentation for DoD milestone reviews.
• Experience must come from a PEO, O-6 Project Manager, or O-5 Product Manager organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, or related field preferred.
  • Substitution:
    An additional 4 years of experience may replace formal degree requirements.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen capable of obtaining and maintaining a Secret clearance.

• Demonstrated experience preparing and staffing APBs.
• Hands-on experience drafting ICDs, CDDs, and CPDs.
• Ability to manage and…