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)

Role Overview

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.

Key Responsibilities

Acquisition Strategy & Compliance

• 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.

Lifecycle and Program Analysis

• 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.

Documentation & Staffing

• 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.

Requirements Management

• 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.

Baseline Oversight

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

Risk & Lifecycle Management

• 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.

Financial & Resource Planning

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

Cross-Functional Team Collaboration

• 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.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 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.

Technical Skills

• Demonstrated experience preparing and staffing APBs.
• Hands-on experience drafting ICDs, CDDs, and CPDs.
• Ability to manage and report on multiple simultaneous programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Familiarity with PMRT and HQDA TMT (preferred).

Preferred Skills

• In-depth understanding of the Defense Acquisition System and AAF.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to identify program performance trends and develop mitigation strategies.
• Experience with cost analysis, financial planning, strategic planning, requirements management, and risk management.

JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development. We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefit package to include health and welfare plans and financial products. As part of a total rewards program, employees can benefit from our referral bonus program, and other various employee awards. JANUS Research Group takes pride in our benefit package and rewards program which has earned us the certification of a Great Place to Work™

JANUS Research Group provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request to express interest in a position by e-mailing: Judy Pagac, Chief Human Resources Officer at judy.pagac@janusresearch.us or calling (706) 364-9100. Please state your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within JANUS Research Group will be reviewed at the e-mail address and phone number supplied. Thank you for considering a career with JANUS Research Group.

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