A&SF Center Business Operations Analyst

Department Summary

MITRE's Air and Space Forces Center (A&SFC) aims to solve the United States Air and Space Forces' problems using operational understanding, technical expertise, technology landscape view and cross-enterprise connectivity. The A&SFC Program Management & Operations (PM&O) team assists the A&SFC in their mission by leading execution of operations, tracking program execution across all programs, and coordinating with Human Resources and Center leadership on workforce planning, program delivery, and other key operating functions.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Product Quality—Review all deliverable products for compliance with AF contract program management requirements before submission to the AF, interpreting the requirements and providing direction (including deviations from standard policy and procedures), as needed, and provide final approval for delivery.
• Works autonomously within established procedures and practices; suggesting improvements to processes and methods as applicable.
• Applies lead level technical or administrative expertise pertaining to analytical or mechanical practices, scientific methods, or operational processes to perform a broad range of complex work assignments across a variety of stakeholders.
• Deliverables Schedule—Monitor, review, analyze, and report on progress of work program funding/deliverables/products. Develop recommendations for management action to ensure on-schedule delivery to the AF.
• Support the Quarterly A&SFC Program Management Reviews (PMR).
• Support A&SFC Annual Report within the timeline outlined in contract requirements.
• Cyclical Program Management Requirements—In support of the A&SFC PM&O Senior Manager, analyze cyclical A&SFC business and MITRE Corporate program management planning and reporting requirements and develop detailed plans for ensuring all milestones are met.
• Support Principal Analyst with yearly Project Work Statement (PWS) process and amendments through the government fiscal year.
• Update yearly PWS briefing for MITRE and Government Technical SMEs and provide training to MITRE PLs as needed.
• Independently develop solutions and manage issues and problems.
• Participation in financial tool working groups as a representative to the A&SFC offering recommendations on process and guidance to A&SFC Project Leaders as new tools and processes roll out.
• Work closely with A&SFC Program Finance, Business Partners, Contracts and AZS stakeholder groups.
• Exchange advanced technical or business information and ideas effectively; uses tact and diplomacy when dealing with own and other teams.
• Conduct additional historical, present, and future analysis projects, as assigned, working independently to plan and conduct the analysis, prepare results, and formulate sound recommendations at the project and center levels.
• Assist in gathering and supporting yearly allocation process.
• Apply advanced level of business skills and management with impact across broader organizational objectives.
• Lead and mentor junior staff.

Basic Qualifications

• Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 3 years' experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience.
• 4 years+ Business Operations/program management analyst experience or related skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with Government program management staff.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of personnel, sponsors, and contractors.
• Excellent attention to detail, verbal/written communication skills, and strong organization and time management skills, as well as the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously under general supervision.
• In depth knowledge and experience with MITRE's Air Force contract program management requirements.
• Understanding of the Air & Space Forces Center Allocation Process, DoW dollar ceiling, DoW OBBBA Reconciliation funds and DoW exclusions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Excel formulas.
• Must have an active Secret U.S Government issued Security Clearance.
• Per the U.S. Government's eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance.
• This position requires a minimum of 3 days per week on-site.

Preferred Qualifications

• MITRE Requirements Tool (MRT) experience.
• Willingness to adapt and learn new reporting tools as required.
• Experience managing projects with multiple funding sources/sponsors.