Defense Logistics Agency

Defense Logistics Agency

Program Analyst

Battle Creek, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Telework Eligible

    Yes

    Major Duties

    • Perform complex, subjective data analytics grounded in DoW Policy and Procedures related to defense-related critical application decisions.
    • Assist in program development and modernize existing logistics information processes to optimize DLA Vendor support across the DoW supply chain.
    • Analyze and structure databases and data files to extract key elements, creating statistical reports to measure mission effectiveness and back recommendations.
    • Collaborate with senior analysts to define project scopes, draft execution plans, and lead cross-functional task groups to meet milestones.
    • Present and articulates task group objectives, methodology, and progress to management and external organizational representatives.
    • Conduct capability research, formulate business case analyses, and provide workload capacity recommendations to guide team objectives.
    • Participate in high-level conferences to align policy, explain project feasibility, resolve disputes, and maintain communication lines across DLA.

    Qualification Summary

    To qualify for a Program Analyst, your resume and supporting documentation must support: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-09 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Conducts complex data analytics grounded in defense certification policy and procedure standards, structuring database files to generate statistical reports, modernizing vendor information systems, and optimizing the military logistics supply chain. Partners with senior analysts to define project scopes, direct cross-functional task groups, formulate comprehensive business cases, and manage workload capacity to ensure all mission milestones are met. Represents the agency at high-level conferences and briefings, communicating methodology, resolving policy disputes, and maintaining critical communication channels across the agency to advance mission objectives. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

  • Compensation
    $70,623-$91,815 per year
  • Industry
    Government Relations
  • Fun Fact
    Working for the Defense Logistics Agency means being part of the largest logistics agency in the Department of Defense. Our 25,000 employees are dedicated to providing essential services to military and federal organizations.
  • About Us

    The Nation's Logistics Combat Support Agency, responsible for delivering agile, adaptive, and resilient logistics support across the continuum of conflict.