Program Analyst, Senior|6571 Program Analyst, Senior|6571

ALTEN; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking a Program Analyst in San Diego to assist with program development and manage hardware logistics. Responsibilities include coordinating program timelines, budgets, and ensuring compliance with internal processes.

The ideal candidate will possess an AA degree and a minimal of 3-5 years of experience in an engineering development environment. Effective communication skills and proficiency in MS Office are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in an engineering development environment.
• AA degree and above; B.S. degree in a technical engineering field preferred.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal customers for large programs to meet hardware needs.
• Prepare agendas for review board meetings under Program Manager guidance.
• Collect, compile, and maintain budget data.

Skills

Planning / Scheduling

Critical thinking and initiative

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Proficient in MS Office

Ability to work independently

Education

AA degree

B.S. degree in a technical engineering field

Tools

Excel

Agile

Job description

Job Description Overview

Assists with program development and implementation through managing processes, procedures, and tools that improve efficiencies. A Program Analyst coordinates HW logistics across teams, including support of Chipset Program managers on timelines, budgets, risks, and priorities to achieve program progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Regularly coordinate internal customers for large, complex programs to identify and meet hardware needs, track and communicate program status updates, and ensure compliance with processes and guidelines.
• Coordinate with hardware logistic teams to plan and execute program hardware requirements.
• Prepare and discuss agendas for review board meetings under guidance of the Program Manager, documenting key discussion points, project plan changes, and stakeholder needs.
• Contribute to and update project plans to support Program Managers or Leads on large programs, including priorities, timelines, critical tasks, stakeholder identification, and forecasted resource allocation.
• Collect, compile, monitor, and maintain budget data, identify potential issues, and communicate to the Program Manager.
• Track progress and execution of complex deliverables to ensure deadlines are met, identifying and escalating issues that may impact deadlines.
• Coordinate schedules and task assignments for complex projects while following proper project management practices.
• Identify risks and issues in limited capacity throughout the program lifecycle, communicating issues to the Program Manager and coordinating solutions.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret data and program metrics using advanced tools, resolving inconsistencies.
• Maintain and update databases using advanced data management tools (e.g., Excel, Agile).
• Synthesize moderately complex data and metrics into a summary of key trends, risks, and changes, presenting results in an easily understood report.
• Gather feedback and implement improvements to assigned planning processes, tools, and methods.

Key Skills

• Planning / Scheduling
• Assess hardware demands and plan supply to meet them
• Work within program schedule milestone requirements
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Self‑motivated to complete tasks independently
• Interpersonal skills and effective communication
• Present updates and ideas to blended team members
• Work with people of diverse personalities and cultures
• Critical thinking and initiative to resolve problems/issues
• Assess situations and develop solutions or seek help as needed
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel for reporting metrics; PowerPoint for presentations)

Technologies

• Semiconductor Chip development
• Software development

Education

• AA degree and above. B.S. degree in a technical engineering field preferred.

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in an engineering development environment

Physical Requirements

• Push Max Weight Limit = 50 lbs
• Pull Max Weight Limit = 50 lbs
• Lift Max Weight Limit = 25 lbs
• Forklift Required: No

Driving Requirements

• No driving responsibilities

Work Location and Hours

• Location: 5745 Pacific Center Blvd, San Diego, CA 92121
• Work Address: Qualcomm Building WT
• Work Schedule: 4 days/week onsite, 1 remote day; Mon‑Fri; 8‑5 PM PST (variable based on program needs)
• Expected Hours: 40 hrs/week; 8 hrs/day