Job Description

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Principal Strategic Executive Analyst to provide support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), PEO Digital Directorate (AFLCMC/HBU).

The Air Force Program Execution Office for PEO Digital (AFPEO/HB) has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the PEO Digital portfolio, which includes over 130 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO Digital Directorate is headquartered at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS.

This is a full-time position located at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA. The Strategic Executive Analyst serves as a senior strategic advisor supporting HBU leadership by providing acquisition analysis, portfolio integration support, and executive-level planning and communications.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Responsibilities will include:

Duties include, but not limited to:

Lifecycle Acquisition Facilitation

• Assist government personnel in the preparation, review, and oversight of acquisition documentation.
• Provide recommendations to streamline and improve all phases of the acquisition process for programs.
• Prepare and review reports, papers, briefings, and staff packages for Program Executive Officer (PEO) leadership through appropriate coordination channels.
• Deliver detailed analysis, supporting documentation, and justification for research efforts, including corrective action plans and recommendations.

Portfolio Integration

• Support the PEO in assessing and closing architectural gaps through management and integration of portfolio programs and relevant external initiatives.
• Provide information, analysis, and recommendations to align research, development, demonstrations, exercises, acquisitions, manpower, and funding.
• Maintain, update, and analyze the acquisition forecast to ensure accuracy and consistency and identify gaps or deficiencies.
• Leverage portfolio integration activities to support out-year budget planning.

Acquisition Planning

• Draft and review acquisition documentation for initiatives addressing gaps.
• Ensure documentation aligns with policy, guidance, acquisition strategy, technical approach, milestones, schedules, risk assessments, and performance objectives.
• Recommend acquisition strategies and support market research activities.
• Collect, analyze, store, and disseminate acquisition lessons learned.

Program Monitoring

• Analyze program baselines and schedules.
• Recommend executable options to address changes affecting performance, schedule, or funding, subject to government approval.
• Provide advice and recommendations on acquisition efforts and report program status to the government.

Milestone Review Preparation

• Support the review, compilation, and staffing of documentation for milestone and major program reviews by senior acquisition officials.
• Conduct independent assessments of portfolio and program risks, planning, and execution.

Strategic Planning

• Provide engineering, technical, architectural, and acquisition expertise to support strategic decision-making.
• Assist with the development, publication, approval, and maintenance of the PEO Strategic Plan.
• Assess future system architecture alternatives and recommend improvements to planning methodologies.
• Evaluate and report current and projected manpower requirements aligned with strategic objectives.
• Track and report progress on Strategic Plan goals, commitments, and initiatives.
• Integrate Human Capital Investment planning into the Strategic Plan.
• Facilitate strategic planning meetings, steering committees, and off-site sessions.
• Ensure planning documents align with strategic objectives and support leadership decision-making.

Research, Analysis, and Reporting

• Provide analysis to support situational awareness and issue resolution.
• Conduct and support research assignments to ensure consistency in interpretation and analysis.
• Coordinate research and analytical efforts with government stakeholders and external or foreign partners.
• Support long-range strategic planning and recommend administrative policies and procedures, subject to government approval.

Strategic Communications

• Research, draft, and edit articles, speeches, and testimony supporting PEO missions, operations, and initiatives.
• Ensure communications align with the PEO’s mission, vision, and goals.
• Develop, verify, and synthesize information from internal sources.
• Recommend message structure, tone, and organization to meet communication objectives.
• Coordinate messaging for internal and external audiences.
• Edit and refine materials for clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
• Prepare and organize supporting graphics for presentations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Technical Experience Requirements:

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top-Secret Clearance

Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Years of Experience: 10+ years of Relevant Experience with 5+ years of DoD related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Clearance: Top Secret / SCI

Education: Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field

Years of Experience: 20+ years of experience with 12+ years of DoD related experience

Technical Skills

• Acquisition documentation preparation and review
• Executive-level briefing development
• Strategic planning and portfolio analysis
• Program schedule and performance analysis
• Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and governance

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to support and interact with senior leadership
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

Additional Information

Location: Hanscom Air Force Base, MA

Travel: Travel may be required at the discretion of the government customer

The expected annual salary range: $175K - $190K. Salary is dependent upon the role, associated responsibilities, candidate's experience and qualifications to include education/training and key skills.

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.