Program Analyst, Testing & Installation Support

Digitailor; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PMAT seeks Program Analysts to provide technical and analytical support for coordinating testing and installation events for NAVWAR's AI pillar. You will work directly with warfighter end-users, fleet stakeholders, and development teams to ensure seamless deployment of software and hardware across afloat, shore, and submarine platforms.

The role focuses on installation requirements, deployment challenges, and improving processes to enhance maritime C2 capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required.
• U.S. citizenship and TS/SCI eligibility; Top Secret clearance preferred.
• Experience with DoD/Navy installation, testing, or systems integration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate with Warfighter Development Centers and fleet stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Testing & Installation Coordination: Oversee planning, execution, and assessment of software and hardware installations.
• User & Fleet Engagement: Collaborate with fleet users and leadership to identify gaps and implement solutions.
• Technical Documentation Development: Prepare and update installation policies, processes, and training materials.
• Process Execution & Compliance: Ensure adherence to NAVSEA, OPNAV, and Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual guidelines.
• Risk & Vulnerability Assessment: Work with cybersecurity teams to evaluate vulnerabilities and remediation.
• Software & Systems Integration: Provide technical recommendations to improve compatibility and usability.
• Performance Tracking & Metrics: Monitor installation effectiveness and mission impact for continuous improvement.

Skills

DoD/Navy installation

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Cybersecurity familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Navy manuals

Job description

About Us

PMAT is an innovative small business founded with a passion for developing forward-leaning solutions from exceptional people that increase the mission's capability. We focus on designing and building impactful digital solutions that utilize modern cloud, data, and software concepts. Our passion is working on complex and progressive challenges such as edge platform computing, containerizing legacy platforms, distributed data platforms, or heterogeneous data analysis. We recruit, retain, and foster a team motivated to pursue passions, investigate new ways of doing things, and embody an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. We believe in being curious about every element of a problem and experiment relentlessly. We foster continuous learning in an environment that encourages positive collaboration and expands our capabilities. We tap into collective intelligence, acknowledging that the most brilliant people may not be in the room. Above all else, we believe that delivering and demonstrating is more potent than a sheet of paper. We are passionate about mission-centric design and delivering effective capabilities to and for the warfighter. Whether you’re an experienced engineer or just beginning your career, you’ll work alongside experts who are committed to solving mission-critical problems.

About The Role

PMAT is seeking Program Analysts to provide technical and analytical support for coordinating testing and installation events in support of NAVWAR's AI pillar. This role requires direct engagement with warfighter end-users, fleet stakeholders, and development teams to facilitate the seamless deployment and integration of advanced software and hardware systems across afloat, shore, and submarine platforms. The selected candidate will play a critical role in ensuring mission readiness by managing installation requirements, analyzing deployment challenges, and improving operational processes to enhance maritime command and control (C2) capabilities.

Responsibilities

Testing & Installation Coordination: Oversee and manage the planning, execution, and assessment of software and hardware installations, ensuring alignment with operational needs and mission requirements. User & Fleet Engagement: Collaborate directly with fleet users, operational teams, and leadership to identify system gaps, collect feedback, and implement solutions to improve tool performance. Technical Documentation Development: Prepare, maintain, and update installation policies, process documentation, and training materials for integration into Navy warfighting systems. Process Execution & Compliance: Ensure adherence to NAVSEA, OPNAV, and Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual guidelines governing the installation and integration of Programs of Record (POR) and non-POR systems. Risk & Vulnerability Assessment: Work closely with cybersecurity teams to evaluate system vulnerabilities, track remediation efforts, and enhance installation security compliance. Software & Systems Integration: Provide technical recommendations to developers to improve compatibility, usability, and operational effectiveness of fleet-deployed systems. Performance Tracking & Metrics: Monitor installation effectiveness, user adoption, and mission impact, ensuring continuous improvement in system performance. Required Skills and Experience: 3+ years of experience supporting hardware/software installation, testing, or systems integration on DoD/Navy platforms. Knowledge of Navy systems and processes, including installation planning, testing coordination, and technical documentation development. Familiarity with Navy Installation Process Handbooks, NAVSEA Technical Specifications, OPNAV instructions, and Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual. Ability to coordinate with Warfighter Development Centers (WDCs), tool developers, and senior advisory leads to ensure tools meet operational needs. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills for managing installation timelines, testing schedules, and stakeholder engagement. Preferred: Understanding of systems engineering, cybersecurity compliance, and DevSecOps principles as they relate to fleet operations.

Education

and Certification

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Experience Citizenship and Clearance requirement: U.S. Citizenship required. No Dual Citizenship Active DoD Top Secret security clearance required. TS/SCI eligible

Location

Onsite, San Diego, CA.

Work Environment

PMAT offices as needed. In some cases, work in a government facility may be required.

Travel

may be required for customer engagement, team coordination, and potentially for business development. PMAT is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.