Program Analyst

Bowhead•Aberdeen, MD

4d•$55,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Bowhead seeks a Program Analyst to perform program support functions for the CECOM Security Assistance Management Directorate (SAMD) at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. The role supports Weapon Systems Managers and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case execution, reporting, data maintenance, and logistics program activities. It requires travel, including OCONUS travel. The candidate must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance at this location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
0–5+ years of relevant experience.
Experience working with different types of database systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels and outside contacts.
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Highly organized, with the ability to focus on details and the big picture.
Commitment to quality customer service and customer needs, with a dedicated attitude that supports mission success.
Ability to travel, including OCONUS.
Must be able to obtain a Secret-level security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance at this location.
Ability to lift up to 15–25 pounds, stand and walk for prolonged periods, and periodically twist, bend, and squat.

Nice To Haves

Prior Department of Defense experience.

Responsibilities

Provide program analysis support to Weapon Systems Managers in support of Foreign Military Sales cases.
Maintain records and update spreadsheets, trackers, and taskers.
Pull reports and data from Department of Defense and FMS databases.
Work with team members and outside agencies to identify discrepancies and find resolutions and answers.
Verify reporting information for accuracy and determine what data is missing or inaccurate.
Initiate and resolve reporting discrepancies.
Track changes to FMS cases and summarize significant activities for management reports.
Provide backup assistance for report generation and data input.
Compile source documents to support visibility and tracking of FMS case execution.
Update and maintain internal databases and Excel spreadsheets.
Track deliverables and financial data.
Develop and implement logistics program activities, including support for purchases, transfers, and leases of weapon systems and technical documentation.
Perform data entry and reporting reviews.
Perform other duties as assigned.