Program Analyst

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead seeks a Program Analyst to perform a variety of program support functions for the CECOM SAMD at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. You will provide analysis to Weapon Systems Managers on Foreign Military Sales cases and maintain records, trackers, and DoD/FMS data.

You will generate reports, identify data discrepancies, and support back-up for report generation and data input. 0-5+ years' experience and Excel/database skills are required; travel including OCONUS may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 0-5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and outside contacts.

Responsibilities

• Provide program analysis support to Weapon Systems Managers in support of Foreign Military Sales cases.
• Maintain records, update spreadsheets, trackers, and taskers.
• Pull reports and data from DoD and FMS databases.
• Identify discrepancies with team members and outside agencies and track resolutions.

Skills

Microsoft Office / Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Database systems

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

Target salary range is between $55,000 - $80,000 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.

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.