Program/Project/Management Analyst, Senior

AVIAN LLC

23h

About The Position

AVIAN is seeking a Senior Program/Project/Management Analyst to provide senior-level program management and analytical support with an emphasis on configuration management coordination and execution. This role supports high-visibility Department of Defense acquisition programs and ensures alignment with Department of the Navy lifecycle management policies and configuration control processes.
The selected candidate will work closely with Government leadership, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and program stakeholders to support planning, execution, and oversight of configuration management activities. This position requires a proactive self-starter capable of managing complex efforts in a fast-paced acquisition environment.

Requirements

• Master’s degree (MA/MS) from an accredited college or university
• Over ten (10) years of experience performing program management or configuration management support duties
• At least five (5) years of experience managing Electronic Warfare (EW) technology development programs
• Strong configuration management knowledge within NAVAIR environments
• Ability to lead coordination across multiple stakeholders
• Excellent organizational and action item tracking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced acquisition environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.
• Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Ten (10) or more years supporting NAVAIR configuration change management processes
• Experience supporting configuration audits including PCA and FCA activities
• Experience supporting Production IPTs
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition lifecycle management processes
• Experience coordinating cross-functional engineering and program teams

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level program management and configuration management support for DoD acquisition programs
• Coordinate and manage Material Review Boards (MRBs) and Joint Configuration Control Boards (JCCBs)
• Plan and facilitate pre-audit planning meetings with Government and contractor stakeholders
• Capture, track, and manage action items through closure for: Material Review Boards Joint Configuration Control Boards Pre-audit planning meetings Incremental Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs) System-level PCAs
• Maintain configuration management documentation and official records
• Review Requests for Variance (RFVs) for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Coordinate RFV corrections with contractors prior to scheduled JCCB meetings
• Provide status updates and briefings to Production IPT Leads on action items and risks
• Support configuration change management processes in accordance with NAVAIR guidance
• Assist with program planning, execution tracking, and lifecycle management activities
• Interface with Government leadership, IPTs, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with DoD and Department of the Navy acquisition policies and procedures

Benefits

• Employee Ownership: We’re not just building a company — we’re building a legacy. As an employee-owner, you’ll share in our success and have a direct stake in our future.
• Real Growth: We’re expanding, evolving, and exploring new ways to serve. Your contributions will shape our direction and help us grow stronger.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Every improvement you help make is one that adds value — not just for us, but for the people and missions we support.
• Culture of Collaboration: We’re big enough to take on meaningful challenges, but small enough that everyone still knows your name.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being, our health and wellness benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with telemedicine services and a TRICARE supplement for veterans.
• Flexible Leave Benefits: we prioritize a balanced, supportive environment that allows you to thrive both personally and professionally and offer flexible and paid time off, 11 paid holidays, paid sick leave, maternity and bonding leave, and military training leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees