Project Analyst, Navy Systems

Johnson Controls Federal Systems • York, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Project Analyst to join our federal team at our York, PA plant location. The Project Analyst serves as a foundational role within the Program Management organization, supporting execution of a rapidly growing aftermarket business while developing the skills required for future project and program leadership. In this role, the analyst gains hands-on experience with the full lifecycle of program execution from order intake and system entry through production coordination, invoicing, and closeout, while partnering closely with Program Managers and cross-functional teams. The position plays a critical role in maintaining execution flow, data integrity, and operational efficiency across a high-volume, multi-customer environment. This role is intentionally structured as a development pathway into Project and Program Management, providing the experience, exposure, and mentorship necessary to progress into roles with increasing ownership and responsibility. As a key contributor in the business, you will be actively engaged with the JCNS team reporting into the aftermarket business lead.
At Johnson Controls, we support our nation’s most critical facilities, the people who occupy them, and the missions they enable. Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is a specialized team serving as a trusted partner to the federal government. We help modernize U.S. military installations, Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter, more resilient, efficient, sustainable, and secure.

Requirements

• BS in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or equivalent experience
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume transactional work with accuracy
• Basic understanding of business systems (ERP/MRP experience preferred)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook applications
• Excellent communication (written & oral), interpersonal and presentation skills, along with strong analytical and project management skills – data driven and results oriented

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to Lean principles or continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. process mapping, waste reduction, cycle time improvement) with an interest in applying them to business operations
• 1-3 years of experience in a business, operations, or program support role, preferably within a defense or government contracting environment

Responsibilities

• Enter and validate sales orders in MRP systems to ensure accuracy and timeliness of downstream execution
• Support order processing from award through system release, including documentation review and data integrity checks
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Contracts, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations) to resolve order entry issues and ensure smooth workflow
• Track and maintain order status, supporting visibility into backlog, processing timelines, and execution metrics
• Assist with invoicing preparation, proof of delivery (POD) documentation, and project closeout activities
• Maintain organized records for contracts, orders, and customer documentation in accordance with company standards
• Support the program team with administrative and transactional tasks to improve execution efficiency
• Identify process gaps or inefficiencies and recommend improvements to enhance throughput and accuracy
• Assist with basic reporting and data analysis to support program performance tracking

Benefits

• Eligible for benefits on first day of employment
• 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays per calendar year (6.5 weeks in total)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees