Bachelor's degree in business or technical field preferred
2+ years of project/program support experience
Familiarity with Gun Weapon Systems and Navy programs is a plus
Knowledge of DoD Acquisition processes and DoDI 5000 framework
Experience with Software Development Life Cycle
Proficient in MS Office Suite, especially MS Project
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or in teams
Responsibilities
Lead client projects managing cost, schedule, and performance
Assist in R&D program development and procurement of materials
Develop life cycle cost analyses for projects
Support program management concepts to optimize performance
Provide technical analysis for documentation and milestone reviews
Manipulate project schedules using MS Project
Perform additional duties as assigned
Benefits
Full onsite work environment with no remote options
Opportunity to work directly with Navy installations
Engagement in complex technical support assignments
Involvement in R&D program development
Potential for career growth within a defense contracting environment
Full Job Description
Overview
Bowhead seeks an onsite Program Analyst- Senior with to join our team supporting Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), E Department.
***This position will require full onsite work at the Bowhead office or Navy installation. No remote opportunity for this contract***
Responsibilities
The Program Analyst- Senior will work on site with the client analyzing complex and unique technical support assignments. The candidate will also support procurements and project financial analysis.
Act as lead for client project handling all aspects of project management to include cost, schedule, and performance.
Assist in R&D program development, in service support, and procurements of supplies and materials.
Develop life cycle cost analyses.
Understand program management concepts supporting the optimization of cost, schedule, and technical performance.
Provide technical analysis of documentation in support of various events and milestone reviews.
Manipulate schedules using MS Project.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree desired, preferably in business/technical curriculum
A minimum of 2 years' work experience in project/program support analyzing and evaluating the effectiveness of program operations in meeting established goals, requirements, and objectives
Experience related to Gun Weapon Systems and/or Navy programs preferred
Experience with DoD Acquisition processes and procedures
Experience with DoDI 5000 Acquisition Framework
Experience with the Software Development Life Cycle
Experience developing and testing solutions to solve technical problems in research and development, manufacturing, inspection, and maintenance, and assisting engineers in inspecting products, conducting tests, and collecting data
Experience leading teams and working with various external stakeholders
Experience analyzing information, systems specifications, data gathering and analytical techniques, and systems evaluation methodology
Read POAM's
Proficient in MS Office - Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Target salary is $140,000/annually to $145,000/annually commensurate with experience
Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 pounds.
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
About Bowhead Support Services
Bowhead Support Services is a defense contractor that provides a range of services to the U.S. government and other customers. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. Bowhead Support Services provides services in the areas of engineering, logistics, information technology, and security. The company has operations in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. Bowhead Support Services is a subsidiary of Ukpea?vik Iñupiat Corporation, an Alaska Native corporation.
