Program Analyst

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead Family of Companies seeks a Program Analyst to support the CECOM Security Assistance Management Directorate (SAMD) at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. The role involves analyzing WSM data for Foreign Military Sales, maintaining records and trackers, and generating reports from DOD databases.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree (preferred) with 0–5+ years of related experience, proficiency in Excel, and strong communication skills; travel including OCONUS is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 0–5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with different database systems.
• Prior DOD experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide program analysis support to Weapon Systems Managers (WSMs) for Foreign Military Sales cases.
• Maintain records, update spreadsheets, trackers, and taskers.
• Pull reports and data from DOD and FMS databases.
• Identify discrepancies and track resolutions with team and outside agencies.
• Verify accuracy of reporting information and determine missing data.
• Track changes to FMS cases for management reports.
• Support tasks including back-up for report generation and data input.
• Compile source documents to support visibility and tracking of FMS case execution.

Skills

Data analysis

Report writing

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Databases

Job description

PROGRAM ANALYST (SAMD)

Bowhead seeks a Program Analyst to perform a variety of program support functions to the CECOM Security Assistance Management Directorate (SAMD) located at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.

• Provide program analysis support to Weapon Systems Managers (WSMs) in support of Foreign Military Sales Cases.
• Maintain records, update spreadsheets, trackers, and taskers.
• Pull reports and data from DOD and FMS databases.
• Work with team members and outside agencies to identify discrepancies and track down resolutions and answers.
• Verify accuracy of reporting information and work to determine what data is missing or inaccurate.
• Initiate and resolve reporting discrepancies.
• Track changes to FMS cases, summarizing significant activities for management reports.
• Support tasks, including proving back-up assistance for report generation and data input.
• Compile source documents to support visibility and tracking of FMS case execution.
• Update and maintain internal databases and Excel spreadsheets
• Track deliverables and financial data.
• Developing and implementing logistics program activities including, support for purchases, transfer, and leases of weapon systems, and technical documentation.
• Data entry and reporting reviews
• Other duties as assigned
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred) and 0-5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience working in different types of database systems.
• Prior DOD experience preferred.
• Experienced with Microsoft Office software suite, in particular Excel
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Highly organized with the ability to see both the details and the big picture.
• Commitment to quality customer service and customer’s needs with a dedicated attitude that ensures mission success.
• Position requires travel, including OCONUS.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 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 be able to obtain a clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other laws.