Job Description
This position requires a U.S. Secret Security clearance and is willing to pay an annual salary of $130,000-$140,000 depending on experience.
In this role, you will serve in a program analyst capacity as a trusted agent directly supporting client program managers, assisting with all aspects of planning, management, and execution of a growing defense R&D and manufacturing program. You will act independently and with high initiative, engaging with client leadership and stakeholders to identify needs and tackle program challenges.
You will collaborate closely with the scheduling team, program managers, and key stakeholders to generate and manage master integrated schedules for current and future projects. Your efforts will support technical planning and resource management across all program initiatives, ensuring efficiency and alignment with broader program objectives. Additionally, you will be expected to effectively manage and maintain a robust production planning tool that will enable leadership and stakeholders to make strategic programmatic decisions.
In addition, you will develop and refine tracking and analytical tools to improve schedule visibility and decision-making while working with client leadership to develop and implement production schedule scenarios. Leveraging a working understanding of systems, mechanical, industrial, marine, or other relevant engineering fields, you will distill complex technical and programmatic information into actionable courses of action for leadership decision-making.
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Required Skills & Experience
Ability to work onsite, up to full time, depending upon client needs
Bachelor’s degree in STEM, Data Science, Operations Research, or a relevant technical field
5+ years of experience supporting defense manufacturing, shipbuilding, research and development, defense acquisition programs, or other relevant initiatives
Demonstrated expertise managing projects or programs, including cost, schedule, and risk management, while using tools like Microsoft Project
Proven ability to coordinate, communicate, and act across multiple government and industry stakeholders, simplifying complex problems and delivering actionable recommendations
Current DoD security clearance (minimum Secret), with the ability to maintain it throughout employment
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Master’s degree in a STEM or business field
Experience in operations research specifically applied to industrial/manufacturing environments
Working knowledge of coding languages such as Python and business analysis tools like Power BI, ERP, and Excel
Familiarity with military requirements and program office organizations/processes
Relevant certifications, such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Lean Six Sigma
Experience cataloging and troubleshooting electronic and mechanical systems, particularly in defense-related production environments or manufacturing facilitie
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.