Senior Program / Project / Management Analyst - NAS Norfolk, VA

Socket.dev; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ACET, NAS Norfolk, VA seeks a Senior Program / Project / Management Analyst to drive strategic program analysis and planning for the F/A-18 variants program. This role serves as a principal advisor, evaluating budgets and schedules to support readiness and lifecycle sustainability of naval aviation systems.

You will manage data, enforce change control, and deliver executive reports for senior leadership across DoD and civilian stakeholders.

Qualifications

• MA or MS degree from an accredited institution.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in program analysis, defense acquisition, or project management.
• DoD Secret Security Clearance (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced qualitative and quantitative analytic techniques to evaluate high-level program objectives, identifying critical-path constraints and delivering actionable mitigation strategies.
• Critique and synthesize cross-functional requirements, execution statuses, budgets, and master schedules to provide comprehensive risk assessments to leadership.
• Lead complex management, technical, or business case analyses to support structural program decisions, trade-off studies, and long-range acquisition strategies.
• Direct the collection, integration, organization, and translation of vast data sets spanning aircraft, weapons, project acquisition, and product sustainment programs.
• Enforce and optimize government-instituted processes for configuration change control management, official milestone documentation, and technical data management lifecycles.
• Establish tracking frameworks for overarching program milestones and schedules, authoring executive summaries and technical reports for senior military and civilian stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

MS Project

Advanced Excel

Technical writing

Education

MA or MS in related field

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Company Overview:

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) system engineering and information technology firm. Incorporated in 1999, we support mission critical Information Technology (IT) business needs for clients within the intelligence community (IC), Department of Defense (DOD), Veteran Administration (VA) and for select commercial clients. ACET, Inc.'s technical, programmatic, and analytical professionals are experts in commercial technology, customized solutions, and proprietary government systems.

The Position:

This position is awaiting contract award.

We are seeking a Senior Program / Project / Management Analyst to drive strategic program analysis and operational planning for the F/A-18 variants program at NAS Norfolk, VA. In this senior capacity, you will serve as a principal advisor, utilizing advanced analytical techniques to evaluate complex program objectives, cross-reference multi-million dollar budgets, and track high-visibility acquisition schedules. You will govern data management workflows and change control processes, providing critical decision support that directly impacts the readiness and lifecycle sustainability of naval aviation systems.

Responsibilities:

• Apply advanced qualitative and quantitative analytic techniques to evaluate high-level program/project objectives, identifying critical-path constraints and delivering actionable mitigation strategies.
• Critique and synthesize cross-functional requirements, execution statuses, budgets, and master schedules to provide comprehensive risk assessments to leadership.
• Lead complex management, technical, or business case analyses to support structural program decisions, trade-off studies, and long-range acquisition strategies.
• Direct the collection, integration, organization, and translation of vast data sets spanning aircraft, weapons, project acquisition, and product sustainment programs.
• Enforce and optimize government-instituted processes for configuration change control management, official milestone documentation, and technical data management lifecycles.
• Establish tracking frameworks for overarching program milestones and schedules, authoring executive summaries and technical reports for senior military and civilian stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Must possess or be able to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance to access the airfield and military installation.
• Master of Arts (MA) or Master of Science (MS) degree from an accredited institution.
• Over 10 years of progressive experience in program analysis, defense acquisition, or project management performing the functional duties described above.
• Expert-level understanding of the NAVAIR program office (PMA) environment, defense procurement pathways, and formal milestone review structures.
• Elite analytical and predictive modeling capabilities, mastery of project management suites (e.g., MS Project, advanced Excel), and exceptional technical writing skills suitable for senior leadership review.

Why Join ACET:

ACET continues to expand its aerospace and aviation sustainment operations supporting multiple Department of Defense aviation platforms worldwide. This position provides the opportunity to directly shape strategic sustainment growth initiatives while supporting operational readiness and mission success across the global aviation enterprise.

What We Offer:

At ACET, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We are committed to providing a comprehensive Total Rewards program that recognizes and supports the diverse needs of our workforce. Our offerings are designed to attract, motivate, and retain top talent while fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and well-being.

• Employee benefits include the following:
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Program
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Please note that all compensation, benefits, and policies are subject to change at the company's discretion. While we make every effort to provide advance notice of changes, adjustments may occur based on business needs, economic conditions, and industry standards.

**Must be US Citizen to apply**

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.

Drug Free Workplace:

ACET is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

ACET is an Equal Opportunity / Aff .... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.