Business Operations & Program Management Analyst - Communications, Senior

QinetiQ US (formerly Avantus Federal); Fort Belvoir (VA); Vor Ort; USD 130.000 - 143.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

QinetiQ US seeks a Senior Business Operations & Program Management Support Analyst to provide comprehensive program oversight for the NGA. You will manage cost, schedule, risk, and performance across multiple efforts and translate technical progress into clear reports for senior leaders.

You will liaise between technical teams and customers, develop strategic resource plans, and support executive communications.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience, compliant with GSA standards.
• Demonstrated experience in program management (cost, schedule, performance, risk).
• Demonstrated experience supporting the full lifecycle of Major System Acquisitions within the DoD or IC.
• Demonstrated experience assessing communications metrics and data to support executive‑level strategic communications decisions.
• Demonstrated experience with electronic publishing and the publication production process.
• Demonstrated experience presenting oral and written communications to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated experience providing strategic‑level decisions in a team environment.
• Demonstrated experience with standard business software for presentations, word processing, and SharePoint‑based websites.
• Active Top Secret clearance with eligibility for SCI access; willingness to undergo a CI polygraph.
• Eligible for OCONUS travel.

Aufgaben

• Oversee and contribute to multiple program efforts by performing integrated analysis of cost, schedule, risk, and contract performance to identify enterprise-level trends and conflicts.
• Serve as a liaison between technical and non-technical teams, translating complex technical progress and issues into clear, concise reports for customers and senior leadership.
• Lead development of strategic resource integration plans, capturing and validating the resource requirements needed to achieve long‑term program objectives.
• Conduct detailed analyses of internal and external projects to identify interdependencies, risks, and conflicts, and provide actionable recommendations to government program managers.
• Facilitate preparation for senior management reviews, including developing briefing materials, coaching presenters, and tracking pre‑brief action items.
• Develop, coordinate, and execute a strategic communications plan for NGA Commercial Operations (SC), including a program that familiarizes internal and external customers with SC capabilities and services.
• Assess communications metrics and data to inform strategic communications decisions.
• Draft speeches, talking points, memoranda, briefings, and executive‑level communication products; edit and submit the SC Weekly Activity Report (WAR).
• Assist with full‑cycle coordination of Congressional requests, including talking points, Congressionally Directed Actions (CDAs), Congressional Notifications (CNs), and RFIs.

Kenntnisse

Program management

Cost management

Schedule management

Performance management

Risk management

Executive communication

Documentation

SharePoint

MS Office

Clearance coordination

Ausbildung

Master’s degree

Tools

SharePoint

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).
QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.
Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.
Position Overview

QinetiQ is seeking a senior Business Operations & Program Management Support Analyst to support the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). You will provide comprehensive program management oversight and strategic support to NGA program offices, conducting in-depth analysis of cross-program activities, managing and mitigating risk, and translating technical progress into clear communication for stakeholders and senior leaders.
The role calls for a deep understanding of program management principles and the ability to integrate resources strategically to achieve mission outcomes. This is an on-site position at NGA Washington and surrounding facilities.
Responsibilities

• Oversee and contribute to multiple program efforts by performing integrated analysis of cost, schedule, risk, and contract performance to identify enterprise-level trends and conflicts.


• Serve as a liaison between technical and non-technical teams, translating complex technical progress and issues into clear, concise reports for customers and senior leadership.


• Lead development of strategic resource integration plans, capturing and validating the resource requirements needed to achieve long‑term program objectives.


• Conduct detailed analyses of internal and external projects to identify interdependencies, risks, and conflicts, and provide actionable recommendations to government program managers.


• Facilitate preparation for senior management reviews, including developing briefing materials, coaching presenters, and tracking pre‑brief action items.


• Develop, coordinate, and execute a strategic communications plan for NGA Commercial Operations (SC), including a program that familiarizes internal and external customers with SC capabilities and services.


• Assess communications metrics and data to inform strategic communications decisions.


• Draft speeches, talking points, memoranda, briefings, and executive‑level communication products; edit and submit the SC Weekly Activity Report (WAR).


• Assist with full‑cycle coordination of Congressional requests, including talking points, Congressionally Directed Actions (CDAs), Congressional Notifications (CNs), and RFIs.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience, compliant with GSA standards


• Demonstrated experience in program management (cost, schedule, performance, risk)


• Demonstrated experience supporting the full lifecycle of Major System Acquisitions within the DoW or IC


• Demonstrated experience assessing communications metrics and data to support executive‑level strategic communications decisions


• Demonstrated experience with electronic publishing and the publication production process


• Demonstrated experience presenting oral and written communications to diverse audiences


• Demonstrated experience providing strategic‑level decisions in a team environment


• Demonstrated experience with standard business software for presentations, word processing, and SharePoint‑based websites


• Active Top Secret clearance with eligibility for SCI access; #qinetiqclearedjob


• Willingness to undergo and successfully complete a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph


• Eligible for OCONUS travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or DAWIA Level II/III certification in Program Management


• Demonstrated expertise with advanced functions of project management tools and techniques


• Direct experience with the Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) mission or NGA

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $143,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.
QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.