Junior Program Management Analyst

Bowhead; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowiehead is seeking a Junior Program Management Analyst to support NSWCDD V Department procurement and program operations in Dahlgren, VA. You will assist with procurement documentation, tracking, and receipt records to ensure timely processing of requirements.

The role requires DoD Secret clearance eligibility, proficiency in MS Office, and strong organizational skills. Entry-level candidates encouraged to apply; target salary is $70,000 annually.”

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with guidance and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing, organizing, and tracking IT procurement requests (ITPRs) for hardware, software, renewals, and related items.
• Support SAP procurement package preparation, including purchase requests, vendor quotations, justifications, and funding documentation.
• Process Government Purchase Card (P-Card) and MILSTRIP requisitions to designated personnel.
• Maintain procurement trackers, monitor approvals, order progress, and delivery dates with routine updates.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, finance, supply chain, or related field

Job description

Overview

Junior Program Management Analyst (VOPS-2026-26626):

Bowhead seeks a Junior Program Management Analyst to support procurement and program operations for the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) V Department and affiliated departments. Working under the guidance of senior analysts and Government personnel, the analyst assists with procurement documentation, request tracking, purchasing coordination, and receipt records to help ensure accurate and timely processing of requirements.

Responsibilities

Job duties Include but are not limited to:

• Assist with preparing, organizing, and tracking Information Technology Procurement Requests (ITPRs) for hardware, software, renewals, and related items.
• Support preparation of Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) procurement packages, including purchase requests, vendor quotations, supporting justifications, and funding documentation.
• Compile and route Government Purchase Card (P-Card) requests and Military Standard Requisitioning and Issue Procedures (MILSTRIP) requisitions to Code 1071 or designated Government personnel.
• Maintain procurement trackers; monitor approval status, outstanding actions, order progress, and delivery dates; and provide routine updates to the team.
• Assist with gathering market research, comparing vendor information, and organizing supporting documentation for Government review.
• Help review procurement packages for completeness and required forms, using provided checklists and guidance on IT and acquisition compliance.
• Enter and update receipt, order status, and asset-tracking information in Navy ERP or other designated systems, as authorized.
• Coordinate with technical points of contact, Government staff, and internal team members to collect information and resolve routine documentation issues.
• Maintain accurate electronic files and organized records in accordance with applicable procedures, confidentiality expectations, and procurement integrity requirements.
• Learn and follow relevant Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and DoD/Navy procurement procedures under supervision.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant professional experience; entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, finance, supply chain, or a related field preferred; equivalent education, training, or relevant experience may be considered.
• S. citizenship required.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple assignments with guidance.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and a willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, follow established procedures, and work collaboratively with team members and Government stakeholders.
• Familiarity with procurement, purchasing, administrative support, or Government contracting processes preferred but not required.
• Exposure to Navy ERP, ITPR workflows, P-Card, MILSTRIP, FedMall, PIEE, Navitas, or BOIT is a plus; prior hands-on experience is not required.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
• trong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

Target salary is $70,000/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 50 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.