Intermediate Program Analyst

Cherokee Federal•Baltimore, MD

2d•$85,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Intermediate Program Analyst provides programmatic, administrative, and technical support for the U.S. Coast Guard’s Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Excess Defense Articles (EDA) transfer programs. Working under the direction of the Project Manager and COR, the analyst assists with work plans, project execution monitoring, logistics analysis, and preparation of reports and deliverables required by the Statement of Work. The role combines program management, acquisition life cycle support, and on-site technical assistance for ship transfer projects, ensuring compliance with Coast Guard, DoD, and Federal regulations. Work takes place in a climate-controlled office, local Baltimore shipyards, and shipyards in CONUS and OCONUS. Telework is at the discretion of the COR and CNSP supervisor. The position requires U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency, with documentation, and successful completion of Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.

Requirements

Fifteen years of experience in naval ship maintenance or overhaul, including planning, management, and assessment; alternatively, a Bachelor’s in Maritime Mechanical Engineering with ten years of CG, Navy, or Merchant Marine HM&E experience. A combination of education and specialized engineering experience may be substituted.
At least five years of relevant experience serving aboard a USN, USCG, or DoD vessel.
At least five years of relevant experience directly related to naval ship maintenance or overhaul, including planning, management, and assessment of ship maintenance activities.
Experience working directly with USG and foreign stakeholders, including briefing General Officers, Flag Officers, or Senior Executive Service members.
Strong project management skills.
Excellent writing skills and ability to use applicable documentation resources.
Proficiency with Coast Guard Standard Workstation III.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
Ability to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).
Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident and provide documentation of that status.
Must pass Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Three years of FMS/EDA transfer project experience.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and maintaining Integrated Master Schedules for FMS/EDA projects, tracking milestones, work plans, and deliverables, and updating schedules for changes in scope, risks, or government approvals.
Support preparation of acquisition documents, including Bills of Materials, Purchase Requests, Cost Estimates, Acquisition Strategies, Contract Data Requirements Lists, and supply and parts management materials.
Conduct market research and draft Statements of Work, Performance Work Statements, and other procurement artifacts required by the Statement of Work.
Develop and maintain maintenance/refit, installation, and training work plans for ship transfer projects.
Identify and analyze material requirements; locate National Stock Numbers and Part Numbers; generate MILSTRIP requisitions; recommend alternate sources; and support collection, processing, tracking, and follow-up of ship outfitting and spare-parts requests.
Coordinate receipt, inspection, packaging, forwarding, and tracking of material shipments at staging sites, vendors, and shipyards.
Monitor project progress, assess risks, and propose mitigation strategies for COR approval.
Prepare and submit monthly progress reports, status briefs, action item trackers, and after-action reports in accordance with the Statement of Work.
Support CG-SID-2 Case Managers and technical leads in liaison efforts among CG SID-2, foreign customer representatives, and internal DoD/USG partners, including DSAMS, SCIP, NAVSUP, and DTS.
Participate in Joint Visual Inspections, Work Definition Conferences, site surveys, and briefings to senior officials, including General and Flag officers and SES members.
Draft and maintain process guides, flowcharts, and standard operating procedures for Integrated Logistics Support functions, such as Configuration Data Management and Maintenance Management.
Archive deliverables in the government-controlled electronic filing system and ensure compliance with Section 508 and records management requirements.
Provide on-site technical assistance in CONUS and OCONUS for ship availability execution, hot and cold transfer activities, and post-transfer training.
Prepare travel packages, obtain APACS/ECC clearances, and comply with Defense Base Act insurance requirements for overseas work.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.