Job DescriptionCOLSA is seeking qualified candidates for a
Program/Project Management Analyst (Journeyman) to support a Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Program Management Activity (PMA) at Patuxent River, Maryland. In this role you will support execution of defense acquisition efforts and the delivery of mission-critical naval aviation capabilities.
- Apply analytical techniques to evaluate program and project objectives, performance, and outcomes
- Analyze requirements, program status, budgets, and schedules to support effective execution and decision-making
- Perform management, technical, and business case analyses to inform program direction
- Collect, complete, organize, and interpret data relating to aircraft/weapon/project acquisition and product programs
- Track program/project status, milestones, and schedules, identifying risks and supporting mitigation efforts
- Collaborate with Integrated Product Team (IPT) leads and industry partners to ensure messaging aligns with Program Office strategic goals and intent
- Manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and projects in a fast-paced environment
- Attend weekly meetings with the prime and suppliers to discuss production issues and updates
- Take detailed notes and screenshots for IPT leads
- Manage Risks, Issues and Opportunities (RIO)
- Prepare reports and status progress within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment
- Assist IPT leads and team members with visit requests, coordination of events, and execution of meetings (Including the development and distribution of official minutes)
- Participate as a member of the NGJ Production IPT and support IPT directed business meetings
- Manage tasker trackers for NGJ Production IPT
- Utilize procurement tools for development and management of PIDs and CDRLs
- Work is primarily performed remote with a minimum of 1-day per week in the office
- Occasional travel may be required
Required Experience- Bachelor's degree in business, management, or relevant technical discipline or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working as a program, project, or management analyst supporting the DoD
- Must have an active Secret clearance; U.S. Citizenship required
- At least (1) year of NAVAIR program management, technical, and business analysis discipline, related to acquisition and life cycle management
- Experience on a post Milestone C production program, preferably a platform program
- Experience with schedules and those factors that affect cost and schedule (risk)
- Some experience with cost modeling, contracts, budgeting etc.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Experience preparing reports, presentations, and executive briefings
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while managing multiple priorities
Preferred Qualifications- Active Top Secret clearance
- Experience with AMS suite
- Prior exposure to a production environment
- Good critical thinking, problem solving, and organizational skills
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
