Program Analyst

StraCon Services Group, LLC is seeking a Full-Time, Management / Operations Manager, Senior to join our team in supporting the NAVAIR program office in Patuxent River, MD. The Management / Operations Manager, Senior will be performing program management, technical, and business analysis tasks related to the acquisition, development, and sustainment of direct and time-sensitive strike weapons. This position requires a combination of analytical skills, program management expertise, and familiarity with government acquisition processes. Duties and Responsibilities Serves as the senior lead responsible for managing the full scope of contract operations. Acts as the principal liaison with Government stakeholders for all technical, operational, and programmatic matters. Spearheads comprehensive operational analysis across PMA portfolios, ensuring platform interoperability and mission readiness. Leads the planning and execution of day-to-day activities, including oversight of calendars, high‑level meeting coordination, brief preparation, and correspondence. Manages the contractor teams participation in acquisition processes, cost analysis, procurement documentation, and risk management activities. Ensures contract requirements are met through expert-level program oversight, resource management, and effective stakeholder communication. Drives continuous improvement of operational processes and ensures compliance with Navy standards, policies, and schedules. Provides direct capability gap analysis and assessments, shaping the foundational requirements documentation across the entire weapons system portfolio. Collaborates decisively with functional leads and Fleet stakeholders to ensure operational requirements are accurately captured, defended, and seamlessly integrated into program execution. Enforces strict adherence to Navy acquisition policies across all deliverables and activities, aggressively supporting timely, data-driven decisions across the PMA portfolio. Serves as the authoritative operational voice in technical interchange meetings and stakeholder engagements, ensuring the warfighter's perspective is embedded in all program decisions. Oversees and executes program travel logistics, managing DTS authorizations, vouchers, and comprehensive trip reports to ensure seamless support of program office engagements and site visits. Skills and Experience Over 10 years of experience performing duties described in the functional description. Experience with the Acquisition Management System Suite: Common Spend Plan Tool (CSPT), Program Management Tool (PMT), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLS). ACQMAT, Program, Planning and Budgeting System (PPBS), Statements of Work (SOW), and Procurement Initiation Documents (PID), Risk Management. Education Requirements MA/MS degree. Education Substitutions Associates Degree plus two (2) years additional work experience performing duties described in the functional description of the labor category may be substituted for a Bachelors Degree. Four (4) years additional work experience performing duties described in the functional description of the labor category may be substituted for a Bachelors Degree. Security Clearance Requirements U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance are required. Benefits Estimated base salary range: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's level of knowledge, education, experience and skill sets. StraCon offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, 401(k) retirement plans, and paid time off programs for eligible full‑time employees. Part‑time employees may participate in 401(k) plans and be eligible for state or contract‑required paid time off programs. StraCon is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr