Program Analyst III

Position title: Program Analyst III

Location: Arlington, Virginia

Clearance required: SECRET

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

  • Strategic & Technical Program Support: Assist in the planning and execution of S&T initiatives by conducting special studies, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, and providing recommendations to align programs with Naval needs. Support Technology Readiness Assessments (TRA) and Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRL), and act as a technical liaison with key stakeholders (PEOs, SYSCOMs, OSD, etc.).
  • Financial Planning & Analysis: Conduct detailed financial analysis, develop and maintain fiscal metrics, and track program performance. Support all phases of financial planning and budgeting for S&T fiscal submissions, including the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) process. Prepare financial summaries, reports, and briefings for data calls, Mid-Year Reviews, and other leadership activities.
  • Program and Administrative Operations: Provide analytical and administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. This includes developing and evaluating internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for audit readiness, tracking and routing data calls and correspondence, and managing administrative functions (e.g., timekeeping, travel, training).
  • FFRDC Sponsor Feedback Management (As Assigned): Manage all aspects of the Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Sponsor Feedback Process, including documenting workflows, maintaining the online system, and reporting on results. (FFRDC support).
  • Specialized IT & Communication Support (As Assigned): Based on specific billet assignment, provide specialized support which may include: designing web page content for Corporate Strategic Communications (CSC); ensuring stakeholder awareness of IT initiatives for Code 53; or serving as the Telecommunications Service Control Officer for Code 53.