Junior Program / Project / Management Analyst

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology, Inc. • Patuxent River, MD, US, MD

9h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is awaiting contract award. We are seeking a motivated Junior Program / Project / Management Analyst to join our team supporting the H-53 variants program at NAS Patuxent River. In this foundational role, you will apply structured analytic techniques to evaluate program objectives and track mission-critical deliverables. You will collaborate with mid-level and senior analysts to gather, organize, and interpret data spanning project schedules, budgets, and technical requirements, helping ensure the seamless execution of heavy-lift aircraft acquisition and product sustainment programs.

Requirements

• Must possess or be able to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance to access the airfield and military installation.
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited institution.
• 0 to 3 years of experience in program analysis, project tracking, data management, or business operations (prior internships or introductory experience within a defense or NAVAIR setting is a plus).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for data organization).
• Strong analytical reasoning, high attention to detail, excellent written communication, and a proactive willingness to learn DoD acquisition structures.
• Must be US Citizen to apply

Nice To Haves

• prior internships or introductory experience within a defense or NAVAIR setting is a plus

Responsibilities

• Gather, organize, and interpret data relating to heavy-lift aircraft, weapons, and acquisition programs to support baseline project reporting.
• Monitor and track daily program status, project milestones, and integrated master schedules to identify potential timeline shifts.
• Assist in analyzing program requirements, status updates, budgets, and schedules to ensure project objectives remain closely aligned.
• Perform basic management, technical, or business case analyses under the guidance of senior team members to evaluate operational alternatives.
• Learn and apply government-instituted processes for official documentation control, configuration change control management, and data management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Program
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level