International Acquisition Analyst (IAA) at i3 in Huntsville, Alabama

Job Description:

Overview



The International Acquisition Analyst (IAA) will assist the Program Management Office (PMO) Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) International Project Office (IPO) by serving as the FMS focal point to liaison with the Acquisition Branch, UAS PMO Business Division. The IAA shall perform all efforts required support FMS acquisition actions from receipt of a signed and funded LOA through contract award.

Responsibilities



The International Acquistion Analyst shall be co-located with the UAS PMO, IPO, report to the UAS PMO IPO Deputy Director, and perform the following duties:

• Perform and monitor all acquisition transactions of FMS cases, to include planning cases and Pricing and Availability (P&A) actions; Monitor progress of FMS acquisitions from receipt of the signed and funded Letter of Acceptance (LOA) through submission of the Contract Requirement Packages (CRP) to the Acquisition Directorate and subsequent contract award; Be informed of, and involved with all proposed case modifications and amendments; Participate in Letter of Request (LOR) technical evaluations for PM UAS managed items and services for situational awareness of upcoming requirements.
• Provide guidance/direction on contractual issues, directives, policies and procedures; Provide daily assistance to Contracting Officers and Managers regarding specific situations with problems involving contract changes, regulations, laws, and good business practices; Provide the Contracting Officer with situational awareness of UAS PMO IPO progress, and any potential issues that may arise; Prepare all Justification & Approval (J&A) actions needed to procure the requirements; Develop and prepare Contract Requirements Packages (CRPs); evaluate contractor proposals, provide advice and guidelines on establishing justification(s) for negotiation positions, participate in resolution of complex negotiation issues, and represent the organization in solicitation, business and contract review/award boards; Monitor status of contractor performance.
• Participate in the development and execution of acquisition strategies to support the UAS PMO IPO requirements while providing the greatest benefit to the FMS country and the U.S. Government (USG.); Assist in the development of overall case acquisition management plans; Establish acquisition-related suspense dates and milestones for all current and future acquisition actions in support of FMS customer requirements and deliverables to preclude a break in service; Provide inputs to the IPO Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
• Participate in UAS PMO IPO internal/external meetings, as required.

Qualifications



Required Skills/Abilities:

• BS degree.
• 5+ years of experience.
• Adept in U.S. army and DoD contracting policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in use of computers, computer peripherals, and the use of various word-processing software including the Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret security clearance.
• Travel Requirements up to 25%.

About i3



Headquartered in Huntsville, AL, i3 is a national leader in providing innovative technical and engineering solutions to a broad customer base across the U.S. DoD. Specializing in missile and aviation engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic affects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, engineering analysis, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation.

• We were founded in 2007 with the intent to do business differently.
• Our focus is to leave our team members and customers better than we found them.
• Our ultimate goal is to strengthen our Nation and our warfighter.

Perks and Benefits at i3:

• 100% team member owned
• Outstanding insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Generous PTO
• Fun culture with company activities
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through our charitable organization, i3 Cares

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