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First Division Consulting is seeking a highly capable and experienced Policy Analyst/Life Cycle Logistics Management Analyst - Level III to serve as part of First Division Consulting’s team supporting PM Soldier Survivability (SSV).
Responsibilities will include:
Provide direct support to the Policy Chief and the broader Logistics Management Directorate (LMD).

• Responsible for the detailed execution of policy-related tasks across all PM SSV programs.
• Review acquisition logistics documents (LCSPs, fielding plans, etc.) for compliance, assist PdM teams in navigating policy requirements, and help to resolve issues with external government organizations.
• Fill a key role in coordinating Functional Support Agreements (FSAs) with external agencies, tracking HQDA messages, and ensuring T2S planning is integrated into program strategies.
• Monitor the status of MTOE and CTA publications to ensure they align with program fielding schedules and assist in preparing the annual DMWD "50/50" report.
• Provide senior-level logistics expertise.
• Integrate and plan for the 12 Integrated Product Support Elements (IPSE) in all phases of the sustainment and acquisition processes.
• Interface with ASAALT, AMC, LCMC, PEO Soldier, ATEC, AEC, CASCOM, MCOE, and other PEOs and PM on logistics requirements.
• Assist in planning, developing, coordinating, defending and executing all aspects of the PMs’ Life Cycle Logistics support under the processes of DoD acquisition and sustainment.
• Produce acquisition logistics documentation in support of the PMs products.
• Develop plans and projects, determine needs, investigate and resolve problems, interface with other functions and stakeholders, prepare capital assets and operating requests, and manage functional areas.
• Assist in logistics automation using enterprise planning tools (GCSS-Army, ELMS, LMP, etc.) for acquisition and sustainment operations.

• Direct the activities of a group of applicable stakeholders to conduct focused strategic planning and analysis for all life-cycle management functions.
  

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Due to the nature of this work the candidate must have or have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of War (DOW) Secret security clearance.
• High school diploma and 14 years of relevant experience, or
• Associates degree and 12 years of relevant experience, or
• Bachelor's degree in an un-related field and 10 years of relevant experience, or
• Bachelor's degree in a related field and five years of relevant experience, or
• Masters's degree in a related field and no experience
• Experience in DoD/Army acquisition logistics or a related field.
• Thorough understanding of Life Cycle Logistics regulations and policies including DoD 5000 series, AR 70-1, AR 700-127, and AR 700-142.
• Familiarity with force development documentation (MTOE/CTA) and processes. Ability to research regulations and provide actionable guidance.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Competency in communication, leadership, and logistics automated systems, team management, and risk management.
• Strong analytical skills to review documentation and identify policy gaps.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills to work across multiple teams and with external organizations.
• Experience with SharePoint.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, LTD, holidays, PTO and 401(k) plan with company match.

First Division Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All fully qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and/or local laws prohibiting discrimination by protected classes.