Program Associate

Axle • Rockville, MD

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Associate ensures accurate, timely, and compliant execution of program operations supporting government contracts. The role coordinates program management activities, tracks tasks and deliverables, and maintains high-quality documentation to support performance and decision-making. The Program Associate serves as a liaison among corporate teams, program staff, and government stakeholders to support alignment with deadlines, requirements, and reporting expectations. Success requires strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position reports onsite five days per week to an Axle corporate office in Rockville, Maryland, or Frederick, Maryland.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in project management, administration, and employee relations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interface professionally with government clients, managers, and staff at all levels.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to anticipate program and business unit needs.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field required.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with or exposure to artificial intelligence (AI) tools and data-driven technologies.
• Interest in leveraging AI-enabled tools to improve workflows and program efficiency.
• Prior experience supporting government contracts.
• PMP certification.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for program staff and employees.
• Coordinate project activities to align with deliverables, timelines, and contract requirements.
• Track action items, support reporting, and assist leadership with program execution.
• Develop, maintain, and update accurate and timely program documentation, technical documentation, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Liaise with Human Resources on onboarding, benefits, and personnel-related matters.
• Conduct new employee orientations and support onboarding activities.
• Coordinate annual performance review processes, including scheduling, tracking, and documentation.
• Review, approve, and track employee timesheets.
• Coordinate employee travel and training requests, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

Benefits

• 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees.
• Educational benefits for career growth.
• Paid time off, including holidays.
• Employee referral bonus.
• 401(k) matching.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare (FSA), dependent care (DCAP), and transportation (TRN).
• Parking reimbursement account (PRK).

What This Job Offers

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