Program Analyst - Risk Management

Avantus • Mclean, VA

187d

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Program Analyst with specialized expertise in risk management to serve as the Risk Management Analyst for the Airspace and Surface Radar Reconnaissance (ASRR) system. The Risk Management Analyst will be responsible for identifying, assessing, tracking, and mitigating risks across all ASRR program areas including technical, schedule, cost, and operational risks. The ideal candidate will work closely with the U.S. Army, foreign military clients, ASRR partners, subcontractors, and internal engineering teams to ensure comprehensive risk management supports successful ISR systems integration and deployment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Program Management, Systems Engineering, Risk Management, or related field
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in risk management, program analysis, or project management with focus on complex defense or aerospace programs
• Experience with multi-contractor programs and integration risk management
• Demonstrated experience with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contracts and international program risk assessment
• Experience with ISR technologies, military systems, or complex technical programs preferred

Nice To Haves

• Must be eligible for U.S. government security clearance (Secret minimum) or possess current clearance
• Prior experience working with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contracts and international military operations highly desirable
• Ability to work effectively in dynamic, fast paced, and multinational environment
• Professional risk management certification (PMI-RMP, etc.) preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Identify, analyze, and assess technical, programmatic, schedule, and cost risks across all ASRR subsystems including aerostat platform, ISR sensors, ELINT systems, and ground control elements
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for complex multi-contractor integration activities and international deployment scenarios
• Evaluate risks associated with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contracts, international partnerships, and OCONUS operations
• Assess integration risks between multiple subcontractors and technology partners throughout system development lifecycle
• Develop and implement comprehensive risk management processes, procedures, and tools for the ASRR program
• Establish risk assessment criteria, probability and impact scales, and risk tolerance thresholds appropriate for complex ISR systems
• Create risk tracking and reporting mechanisms to support program decision-making and stakeholder communication
• Coordinate risk management activities across multiple organizations and ensure consistent risk management approaches
• Maintain comprehensive risk registers and databases tracking all identified risks throughout program execution
• Monitor risk status changes, mitigation progress, and emerging risk factors across all program areas
• Conduct regular risk reviews and assessments to identify trends, escalating issues, and new risk areas
• Track effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies and recommend adjustments to risk management approaches
• Develop comprehensive risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans for identified high-priority risks
• Coordinate with engineering teams, program management, and subcontractors to implement effective risk mitigation measures
• Support development of alternative approaches and backup plans for critical program risks
• Facilitate risk mitigation working groups and coordinate cross-functional risk response activities
• Generate regular risk management reports for program leadership, customer representatives, and stakeholder organizations
• Present risk assessments and mitigation recommendations to senior leadership and customer representatives
• Communicate risk status and trends to diverse audiences including technical teams, program management, and government stakeholders
• Support contract data requirements deliverables related to risk management and provide risk analysis for program reviews
• Support program management decision-making by providing comprehensive risk analysis and recommendations
• Participate in program reviews, design reviews, and milestone assessments to identify and assess emerging risks
• Coordinate with cost and schedule analysts to assess integrated program risks and their potential impacts
• Support contract negotiations and modifications by providing risk assessments for proposed changes
• Assess risks associated with system integration activities in the Systems Integration Lab (SIL) and field deployment scenarios
• Coordinate with test and evaluation teams to identify testing-related risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Support risk assessment for international deployments and Government Site Acceptance Testing activities
• Evaluate risks associated with technology integration, interface compatibility, and operational performance
• Interface with U.S. Army personnel, foreign military clients, and international partners on risk management matters
• Coordinate risk management activities with multiple subcontractors and ensure comprehensive risk coverage
• Facilitate risk communication between diverse stakeholder groups and cultural environments

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees