Junior Program/Project/Management Analyst

A. Harold & Associates, LLC; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Harold + Associates, LLC seeks a Junior Program/Project/Management Analyst to join the F/A-18 variants program at NAS Patuxent River. You will apply structured analytic techniques to evaluate objectives and track mission-critical deliverables in a foundational role.

Responsibilities include data interpretation, status monitoring, and developing reports for team reviews. A DoD Secret clearance and a BA/BS are required, with 0–3 years of defense or corporate experience and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of experience in program analysis, project tracking, data management, or business operations.
• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) for data organization.
• Strong analytical reasoning, close attention to detail, and excellent written communication.

Responsibilities

• Gather, organize, and interpret data to support baseline reporting.
• Monitor and track daily program status, milestones, and schedules.
• Analyze requirements, status updates, budgets, and schedules to align objectives.
• Perform basic analyses under guidance to evaluate operational alternatives.
• Compile findings into standardized spreadsheets, status reports, and presentations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Proactive learning

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

This position is awaiting contract award. We are seeking a motivated Junior Program/Project/Management Analyst to join our team supporting the F/A-18 variants program at NAS Patuxent River. In this foundational role, you will apply structured analytic techniques to evaluate program objectives and track mission-critical deliverables.

Responsibilities:

• Gather, organize, and interpret data relating to aircraft, weapon, project acquisition, and product programs to support baseline reporting.
• Monitor and track daily program status, project milestones, and integrated master schedules to identify potential timeline shifts.
• Assist in analyzing program requirements, status updates, budgets, and schedules to ensure project objectives remain aligned.
• Perform basic management, technical, or business case analyses under the guidance of senior team members to evaluate operational alternatives.
• Help compile analytical findings into standardized spreadsheets, status reports, and presentations for team and stakeholder reviews.

Qualifications:

• Must possess or be able to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance to access the airfield and military installation.
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited institution.
• 0 to 3 years of experience in program analysis, project tracking, data management, or business operations (prior internships or introductory experience within a defense or corporate setting is a plus).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for data organization).
• Strong analytical reasoning, close attention to detail, excellent written communication, and a proactive willingness to learn DoD acquisition structures.

Export Control Requirements

• Harold + Associates, LLC provides defense-related products and services that may be subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Certain positions may require access to ITAR-controlled information and, where applicable, candidates must meet applicable U.S. export control requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening requirements. Employment eligibility will be verified in accordance with federal law, including completion of Form I-9 and E-Verify, as applicable.

Equal Employment Opportunity

• Harold + Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status.

Applicants Requiring Assistance

• Harold + Associates, LLC provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please contact Human Resources at [phone].