Senior Program Analyst

MLT Systems

. Serve in a Program Analyst / Project Officer role .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeStafford • Virginia • United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program analytics and project management within defense acquisition programs, with a strong focus on communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in managing project goals, schedules, and performance metrics while ensuring alignment with customer needs and regulatory requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program AnalyticsProject ManagementGovernment Acquisition PracticesU.S. Navy/U.S. Marine Corps ExperienceActive Secret Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisCost OptimizationResearch SkillsDetail-OrientedOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTeamworkAdaptabilityPriority Management

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeMS Office Project

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeActive Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Defense AcquisitionAdaptive Acquisition FrameworkDoDI 5000 SeriesCross-Disciplinary Team Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve in a Program Analyst / Project Officer role
Assist the Government Team Lead in managing project goals and plans for successful project execution
Advise the Team Lead on cost, schedule, and performance parameters for programs transitioning through the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF) and DoDI 5000 series
Monitor strategy performance to ensure program cost, schedule, and performance objectives remain priorities
Assist in managing project efforts to anticipate and fulfill customer needs and align with approved requirements
Maintain communication and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to share critical project information
Develop, review, and manage program plans, integrated master schedules, project briefs, and other documentation needed to meet milestones and goals
Assist the Government Team Lead in communicating project results and status to internal and external stakeholders
Communicate program priorities, planning, and execution through oral and written means
Coordinate efforts with internal and external organizations to support a cooperative environment
Assist in organizing and overseeing a diverse, cross-disciplinary team of government civilians and contractor personnel
Help create an environment of teamwork, trust, and cooperation
Support DOW Federal acquisition programs and Product Manager Engineer Systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree preferred
8 years of progressive experience in program analytics in a defense acquisitions program office or similar organization
Active Secret Security Clearance required
Mid-level knowledge of Government acquisition practices and processes
Notable experience in U.S. Navy/U.S. Marine Corps programs or operations
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and priority management skills
Ability to work independently and in a team on multidisciplinary projects in a dynamic environment
Experience conducting research and data/trend analysis on weapon systems to support readiness and cost optimization
Proficient in MS Office products (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Teams)
Familiarity with MS Office Project
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and changing environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to sit, stand, walk, speak and hear, and use hands and arms for routine work tasks
May occasionally lift or move items up to 30 pounds
Required vision abilities include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses
Employees are expected to follow safety procedures and use appropriate safety equipment as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action protections
Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions