Program Analyst/Action Officer - NAVSEA

Mayvin; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayvin, Inc. seeks a Senior Program Analyst/Action Officer at the Washington Navy Yard to support a Government Program Manager in executing a complex program.

You will provide programmatic, technical, and acquisition support, coordinating with stakeholders, tracking status, and assisting with budget development and justification to ensure mission readiness. The role requires a strong background in program management within defense or federal programs, with a focus on cross-functional

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of experience managing complex and technical programs.
• Experience with Navy POM, Budget planning cycle, and PBIS.
• Exposure to Navy EOD operations.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience supporting a US Navy or Joint acquisition program.
• Knowledgeable in Navy Acquisition process.
• Ability to generate, evaluate, and guide technical reports, briefings, and other stakeholder communications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to quickly turn-around requests.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical support assisting the Program Manager and Asst Program Manager run all aspects of their program.
• Support the generation of acquisition plans and strategies.
• Develop cost estimates, budgets, and schedules.
• Help coordinate cross-functional teams from government and industry to facilitate the delivery of reliable, scalable technical solutions.
• Develop and propose Course Of Actions (COAs) and recommendations.
• Draft and prepare briefings, staffing plans, monthly reviews.
• Track actions/minutes and maintain continuity of accountability.
• Collaborate with SMEs to gather requirements, align priorities, and support milestone achievement.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across DoD and industry to inform capability development and milestone planning.

Skills

Program management

Budget planning

Stakeholder management

Technical writing

MS Project

MS Office

Education

Bachelor degree in Engineering, National Security, Management, or related

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Washington Navy Yard, DC 20376
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: 4 Year Degree
• Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $180,000.00
• SalaryTravel Percentage: Up to 25%
• Job Shift: Day
• Job Category: Government

Mayvin, Inc. is seeking a Senior Program Analyst/Action Officer to support a government Program Manager execute their program. This role provides programmatic, technical, and acquisition support within the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Portfolio Acquisition Executive, Maritime (PAE Maritime). The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in program management with experience supporting defense or federal programs. They need to closely support the Program Manager/Asst Program Manager to run their program to include interactions with stakeholders, tracking status, and budget development, management, and justification. This role requires a strategic thinker who can proactively engage with cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement to ensure mission readiness and operational success. They bring strong leadership, organizational, and technical expertise to assist with the management of complex Explosive Ordnance Device manned and unmanned projects.

Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Must have an active SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical support assisting the Program Manager and Asst Program Manager run all aspects of their program

• Support the generation of acquisition plans and strategies

• Develop cost estimates, budgets, and schedules

• Help coordinate cross-functional teams from government and industry to facilitate the delivery of reliable, scalable technical solutions

• Develop and propose Course Of Actions (COAs) and recommendations

• Draft and prepare briefings, staffing plans, monthly reviews

• Track actions/minutes and maintain continuity of accountability

• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather requirements, align priorities, and support milestone achievement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across DoD and industry to inform capability development and milestone planning

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of experience managing complex and technical programs

• Experience with the Navy POM, Budget planning cycle, and PBIS

• Exposure to Navy EOD operations

• Minimum 3+ years of experience supporting a US Navy or Joint acquisition program

• Knowledgeable in Navy Acquisition process

• Ability to generate, evaluate, and guide technical reports, briefings, and other stakeholder communications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to quickly turn-around requests

• Flexible and readily adaptable to changing responsibilities

• Ability to attend and organize program reviews/site visits/field tests

• Demonstrated proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and familiarity with MS Project

• Bachelor degree in Engineering, National Security, Management, or related

Preferred Qualifications

• While NAVSEA experience isn’t required, it is HIGHLY preferred

• Prior US Navy Active Duty service

• 5+ years of experience with Navy EOD operations

• Ability to engage stakeholders and collaborators across various DoD agencies and services

• Self-starter who is willing to both take the lead and provide support in a team role in a complex, fast-paced, cross-disciplinary work environment.

• PMP or DAWIA certification

About Mayvin

Mayvin is more than a workplace—it’s a community built on innovation, inclusion, and impact. Enjoy outstanding benefits and amenities, a truly inclusive work environment, and continuous opportunities for professional growth. Your contributions are recognized and rewarded, and—most importantly—your voice matters. Here, you're treated with the dignity and respect you deserve.

Mayvin is proud to support the national security mission of the United States through exceptional service to the Departments of Defense, Homeland Security, and Justice. Join us in solving the nation's toughest challenges—because at Mayvin, #PeopleMatter and it's time to #ReimagineYourMission.