The PMO provides program and acquisition management for the systems and capabilities that modernize and sustain the National Airspace System (NAS) to advance NAS programs from concept to operation while providing technical support for air traffic control automation and decision support systems.
Duties
The four (4) PMO directorates key functional areas are: (1) integrated resource management, engineering planning, analysis and integration, and program health management and acquisition support; (2) services that support decision making for traffic flow managers and services that go directly to pilots to improve safety and efficiency; (3) implementation and execution of the systems and services that tie ground systems and aircraft together through communications, navigation, weather and aeronautical information and flight services in the NAS; and (4) support aircraft separation services provided by controllers to pilots with accurate and capable surveillance and automation.
The Management and Program Analyst performs multiple and varying analytical assignments under the limited direction of a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional. Applies experience and advanced knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques for assessing programs and improving organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Uses quantitative and qualitative methods, principles and concepts to define the utility, basic tenets and guidelines for assisting in the preparation of the Master Integrated Program Schedule.
Applies fact-finding, analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to define program requirements, identify problems and to assist in the development of program briefs and working papers. Assists senior analysts in the development and execution of the Integrated logistics Support Plan (ILSP). Recommends improvements to processes and assists with the implementation of alternative logistics support practices.
Uses knowledge of the Acquisition Management System policies and processes to supports senior specialists by tracking and analyzing acquisition packages, requests for proposals, bids, or quotations by checking documents for errors and ensuring that standard or special provisions comply with applicable policies and regulations. As an individual contributor, participates on acquisition strategy or source selection panels to determine if a written source selection plan is necessary and to document strategy. Provides market research data to senior management, identifies market place requirements to identify supply or service sources. Maintains automated tracking systems to assist with financial analysis and reporting to include analyzing budgets assigned to large-scale technical aviation programs and services to record, reconcile, validate and track data; identify discrepancies and conduct various analytical studies.
Utilizes advanced automated tools and financial systems, such as macros, pivot tables, advanced filtering, etc. to assist in creating graphics and charts for inclusion in presentations to senior officials. Works with more experienced analysts in the planning, monitoring, and conducting small special projects, studies, and initiatives. Identifies and analyzes problems, identifies significant factors, gathers and interprets pertinent data, and applies established rules and procedures in order to recommend effective solutions. Although the incumbent uses considerable discretion when selecting approaches and recommending new approaches, established policies and
procedures are available for most assignments.
Contacts are typically internal and external, with regular contact within and external to the PMO to share information about the FAA and to explain the applications of policies and procedures. Provides guidance to junior analyst in the day-to-day operations. Resolves most problems and work issues without the assistance of a more experienced professional or manager and refers problems and work issues that require additional attention.
Perform other duties assigned.
