Navy Program Office Operations Lead

Arenatechnologies; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Arenatechnologies is looking for a Program Support Specialist in Washington, DC, to assist senior program managers with administrative functions. The role involves managing Navy correspondence, drafting memos, and process improvement analysis. Candidates should have at least a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience in executive support, along with proficiency in MS Office and a current DoD SECRET clearance. A competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $140,000 is offered, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in executive level support.
• Demonstrated expertise with Navy Correspondence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support senior PAE Mission Systems Program Managers.
• Manage serial log, memo writing, and correspondence tracking.
• Analyze processes and recommend improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

Comprising over 125 personnel, the Integrated Warfare Systems Group (IWSG) delivers expertise in program and project management, acquisition and contracting, systems and digital engineering, software development, test and evaluation, sustainment and life cycle management, cybersecurity, international/Foreign Military Sales, strategic communications, and IT services. These capabilities support more than 100 Above Water Sensor, Undersea, and Combat System programs and projects within the Navy’s Program Executive Office for Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS), as well as clients in PEO Ships, the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), and the Office of Naval Research (ONR).

Responsibilities

In this role, you will support senior PAE Mission Systems Program Managers. Responsibilities will include serial log management, memo writing, routing and tracking correspondence, implementing office and organizational administrative policies and procedures; analyzing processes and workflows, and formulating process improvement recommendations to ensure a smooth operation of a large and complex Navy Program Office office. You will be expected to work four days per week from the Washington Navy Yard office.

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Washington, DC Pay Transparency Range: $90,000-140,000

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years experience in executive level support
• Demonstrated expertise with Navy Correspondence and strong administrative, organizational and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with MS Office applications
• Current DoD SECRET clearance

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience supporting a Navy acquisition program office
• Experience with and knowledgeable of the Navy requirements and program office organizations and processes