Senior Management Analyst

Akima; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Akima Mission Optimization (AMO), an Akima company, seeks an experienced Senior Management Analyst to provide high-level analytical, operational, and managerial support for complex programs in support of Navy-related operations.

The role focuses on organizational effectiveness, program evaluation, process improvement, and data-driven decision-making, with responsibilities spanning logistics, budgeting, and performance reporting to senior leadership. On-site in Indian Head, MD.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) may be substituted with an additional five years of relevant professional experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in engineering or science management, operations research analysis, financial/cost analysis, or a related field.
• Significant experience supporting U.S. Navy programs or operations is strongly desired.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex information and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Excellent written, verbal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, facilitate discussions, and work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate management processes, organizational structures, resource utilization, and operational practices to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop recommendations and practical solutions to enhance management effectiveness, organizational performance, and operational efficiency.
• Develop, track, and report program and project milestones, metrics, and performance indicators in support of Command-level mission requirements.
• Provide analytical and management support in areas such as logistics, budgeting, finance, quality assurance, resource management, and general management operations.
• Conduct work measurement studies, efficiency reviews, cost analyses, workload assessments, and other analytical studies to support organizational and programmatic decision-making.
• Utilize automated management information systems to conduct fact-finding, perform analysis, monitor performance, and prepare reports.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret information from multiple sources to identify trends, issues, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare and present findings, reports, briefings, and recommendations to senior leadership and other stakeholders.
• Plan and facilitate working groups, team meetings, organizational problem-solving sessions, and other collaborative activities.
• Lead customized workshops, management roundtables, training sessions, and other organizational development activities.
• Collaborate with program and organizational leadership to identify challenges, develop solutions, and support implementation of recommended improvements.
• Provide ongoing analytical support to assist leadership with informed, data-driven decision-making.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Leadership

Presentation skills

Education

Master’s degree preferred

BA/BS +5 years experience

10+ years experience

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Management Analyst to provide high-level analytical, operational, and managerial support for complex programs. This position will support organizational effectiveness, program evaluation, process improvement, resource management, and strategic decision-making while helping ensure mission-focused performance and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, experience working in complex operational environments, and the ability to communicate findings and recommendations effectively to senior leadership. Experience supporting U.S. Navy programs or operations is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate management processes, organizational structures, resource utilization, and operational practices to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop recommendations and practical solutions to enhance management effectiveness, organizational performance, and operational efficiency.
• Develop, track, and report program and project milestones, metrics, and performance indicators in support of Command-level mission requirements.
• Provide analytical and management support in areas such as logistics, budgeting, finance, quality assurance, resource management, and general management operations.
• Conduct work measurement studies, efficiency reviews, cost analyses, workload assessments, and other analytical studies to support organizational and programmatic decision-making.
• Utilize automated management information systems to conduct fact-finding, perform analysis, monitor performance, and prepare reports.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret information from multiple sources to identify trends, issues, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare and present findings, reports, briefings, and recommendations to senior leadership and other stakeholders.
• Plan and facilitate working groups, team meetings, organizational problem-solving sessions, and other collaborative activities.
• Lead customized workshops, management roundtables, training sessions, and other organizational development activities.
• Collaborate with program and organizational leadership to identify challenges, develop solutions, and support implementation of recommended improvements.
• Provide ongoing analytical support to assist leadership with informed, data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• A bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) may be substituted with an additional five (5) years of relevant professional experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in engineering or science management, operations research analysis, financial/cost analysis, or a related field.
• Significant experience supporting U.S. Navy programs or operations is strongly desired.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex information and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Excellent written, verbal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, facilitate discussions, and work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience developing reports, briefings, metrics, and other materials for senior leadership.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a complex operational environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with program evaluation, organizational effectiveness, process improvement, workload analysis, or management consulting.
• Experience conducting cost analyses, efficiency reviews, work measurement studies, or workload impact assessments.

"This position is contingent upon contract award and funding. Applicants selected may be offered but cannot begin work until funding has been confirmed."

Job ID

2026-26134

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

95,000-115,000

Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Mission Optimization (AMO), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AMO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AMO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AMO delivers innovative administrative support services that streamline operations, and enhance productivity.

As an AMO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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