Program Analyst

Description

Tyto Athene is searching for a Program Analyst to support a Government Program Management Office in Suitland, MD.

Responsibilities:

• Provide program life cycle support to government Program Managers, including project management assistance, technical analysis, acquisition planning, contracts management, financial control, scheduling, logistics, milestone review, and quality management.

• Develop and review program planning documents, budget preparation and financial tracking. Participate in Program Objective Memorandum (POM) and Budget Estimate Submission (BES) processes. Evaluate program cost realism.

• Provide systems engineering, research, development, test & evaluation (RDT&E) support for SATCOM and augmentation equipment on deploying Navy platforms, including operational requirements, statements of work (SOWs), and operational support.

• Interface with In-service Engineering Agent (ISEA) and Technical Design Agent (TDA) teams to ensure Navy deployable systems are effective and suitable, including coordination of component delivery, installation and removal. Conduct technical/financial review of documentation.

• Facilitate communications between the Program Office and various stakeholders, including resource sponsors, technical/design agents (field and R&D activities, test facilities, labs, vendors), platform Type Commanders, and other government agencies.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in technical or related discipline.

• Capability to leverage AI tools to analyze program metrics, budget execution data, and schedules (e.g., via analyzing CSV exports) to rapidly identify trends, cost variances, and programmatic risks.

• Skill in identifying administrative and analytical bottlenecks within the program lifecycle and applying AI tools to automate routine work while ensuring accuracy of outputs.

• Ability to craft precise, structured prompts and utilize Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) capabilities to interrogate program documents, extract insights, and generate accurate, mission-relevant deliverables.

• Five (5) years of experience supporting DOD program acquisition, lifecycle support, development, testing, and project management support of augmentation equipment.

• Some experience with communication systems, including RF SATCOM, link analysis, digital signal processing, and architectures.

• Familiarity with the preparation, review, and approval process of temporary alteration (TEMPALT) documentation for Navy platforms.

• Understanding of the DOD Acquisition System, Planning Programming Budgeting & Execution (PPBE) system, and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral), able to effectively interact with customers, partners, and associates at all levels.

• Ability to multitask in support of numerous projects with a demanding workload.

• High proficiency with MS Office Suite, web-based applications, and databases.

Desired:

• Former DOD (military or civilian) experience.

• Understanding of DOD’s processes for installing and deploying technical systems.

• Completion of various DAU and Project Management coursework/certifications.

Clearance:

• Current active TS/SCI clearance (must have current SSBI) as reported in DISS.

Location:

• Work is located 100% on government site (no telework).

About Tyto Athene

Compensation:

• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically between $95,000-$140,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

Benefits:

• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.

Tyto Athene is a trusted leader in IT services and solutions, delivering mission-focused digital transformation that drives measurable success. Our expertise spans four core technology domains—Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT—empowering our clients with cutting-edge solutions tailored to their evolving needs. With over 50 years of experience, Tyto Athene proudly support Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health, and Public Safety clients across the United States and worldwide.

At Tyto Athene, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamTyto?

Tyto Athene, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Location US-MD-Suitland

ID 2026-1942

Category Information Technology

Position Type Full-Time