*Senior Program Analyst*

Senior Program Analyst**This position is contingent upon Contract Award**The Senior Program Analyst will work directly with the Government personnel in meeting the technical needs of the project.• Assists project/test leaders as they scan the business environment to identify potential issues that may impact the quality of services, interfere with the organization's ability to manage its risks, and/or create opportunities to address these issues more effectively.• Tracks project/test cost, schedule, and percent completion for assigned task orders.• Monitors burn rates against budgetary expectations.• Prepares project/test cost vs. schedule variance reports for each task order and informs management and the Government when budget exceeds 75%, 90%, 100% of allocated funds, or upon reaching other thresholds as required.• Creates initial task order entry into the task order tracking module of TEBS.• Archives entries upon task order completion.• Assists project/test leadership with creating long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines.• Makes effective recommendations when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project.• Serves as a point of contact for teams when multiple units are assigned to the same project to ensure team actions remain in synergy.• Communicates with leadership on progress of project.• Adjusts project/test schedules and targets on the project as needs or budgets change.• Performs other duties as assigned.• BA/BS Degree in Business Administration, Technical Management, or a related field from an accredited college or equivalent experience. (Degree may be used in lieu of 4 years of work experience).• At least 14 years of experience performing assignments as a Program Analyst.• Demonstrated project management and leadership skills.• Expert-level data analysis skills, with the ability to identify strategic insights from complex datasets.• Advanced expertise in developing cost estimates and performing financial analysis.• Demonstrated technical writing skills, with the ability to communicate complex information effectively and persuasively.• Advanced understanding of test planning and reporting processes.• Advanced statistical analysis skills, with the ability to perform sophisticated statistical modeling and data mining.• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to inspire and develop high performing teams.• Proficiency in advanced project management software (e.g., MS Project Server) and data analysis tools.• Demonstrated communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills essential for success in a T&E environment.• Proven ability to think strategically and make sound judgments in high pressure T&E situations.• Prior experience working in a strategic program analysis role within a military or government environment preferred.• Experience with large-scale weapons systems or T&E programs preferred.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions.NoneWork is typically performed in a controlled office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.May require lifting up to 25 pounds.DoD Secret or higher security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.As a condition of employment, must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.Salary: $104k+/annually