Program Analyst (Washington D.C.)

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works•Washington, DC

3d•$85,700 - $108,500

About The Position

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Program Analyst to support a U.S. Navy program office in a fast-paced defense contracting environment. The role supports high-visibility program activities and leadership engagements and requires an active DoD Secret Clearance. The analyst provides program coordination, production tracking, executive reporting, and cross-functional communication across large defense contractor teams. The position reports directly to the Planning Yard Portfolio Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Business, or a related field.
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance; must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain an interim security clearance within the first 45 days of hire.
At least 2 years of experience as a Program Analyst or Administrative/Operational Coordinator in a government, military, or defense contracting environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
Experience with SharePoint, data entry, metrics tracking, and action item management.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience developing official program documentation.
Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams and interface with senior leadership.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting U.S. Navy program offices or shipbuilding programs.
Familiarity with Government Furnished Material (GFM), production workflows, and contractor coordination.
SOP development experience.

Responsibilities

Provide travel support and represent the Navy program office during conferences, leadership events, and operational engagements.
Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency across recurring processes.
Maintain oversight of availability material data for reporting and readiness assessments.
Develop and maintain program documentation, including MOAs, staff meeting briefs, priority status reports, and leadership reporting tools.
Provide organizational, administrative, and communication support in a high-tempo environment requiring accuracy, discretion, and professionalism.
Capture detailed meeting minutes, manage action items, and drive assigned tasks to completion across stakeholder groups.
Provide program administration and analytical support for planning conferences, reviews, working groups, and operational meetings (25+ annually).
Track and analyze production metrics, material status, and procurement-related data to support planning and executive decision-making.