Project Officer (NAVAIR)

ITC Defense Corp.•Lexington Park, MD

3d•$120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

ITC Defense is seeking a Project Officer to support multiple Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Program Offices under the Foreign Military Sales – Logistics Support Services (FMS LSS) contract. This role serves as a key liaison between ITC Defense, project personnel, and government stakeholders, ensuring effective execution of task orders across international aviation and weapons systems programs. The Project Officer is responsible for coordinating project activities, managing personnel, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements, while driving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Active Department of Defense Secret or Interim Secret Security Clearance
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university and 10+ years of relevant experience in FMS, logistics, program management, or related disciplines (additional experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree)
Demonstrated experience leading and supervising teams (15+ personnel preferred)
Demonstrated experience managing project execution, including scheduling, risk tracking, and coordination across multiple stakeholders
Experience interfacing directly with government customers and supporting program reviews, meetings, or briefings
Demonstrated ability to maintain professional working relationships with individuals and groups at various levels of authority and responsibility within and outside the organization.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize projects and escalate issues to the appropriate parties as necessary.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks independently in a fast-paced, high stress environment.
Demonstrated ability to identify project risks and resolve issues, while being flexible and adaptable to change.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to present material to senior leadership.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
Pride of ownership for tasks with a focus on quality.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting NAVAIR Program Offices
Background in financial management and/or program management
Familiarity with FAR/DFAR regulations
Experience supporting multi-award IDIQ or task order-based contract environments
Experience with process improvement initiatives, continuous improvement, or performance optimization efforts
Familiarity with government financial systems, reporting tools, or earned value management (EVM) principles

Responsibilities

Coordinate day-to-day project activities to ensure work is executed on schedule and aligned with customer expectations
Serve as the primary point of contact between ITC Defense, project personnel, and customer stakeholders
Support recruitment, onboarding, and integration of project team members
Monitor project performance, risks, and resource needs; escalate issues and recommend solutions as needed
Prepare and review project documentation and reports for accuracy, clarity, and compliance
Track project funding and labor hours; perform monthly forecasting and variance analysis
Coordinate training and ensure staff understand required workflows, policies, and compliance procedures
Foster collaboration across internal teams and external partners to resolve issues effectively
Ensure adherence to administrative requirements, including timekeeping and leave policies
Assist with planning travel and project-related events, ensuring proper approvals and budget alignment
Participate in meetings, reviews, and briefings to communicate project status and needs
Review deliverables to ensure quality, completeness, and alignment with customer expectations
Maintain awareness of contract requirements, scope, and performance objectives
Promote a professional and collaborative work environment
Identify opportunities to improve processes, team performance, and customer satisfaction
Supervise at least 15 employees
Support special projects and perform other duties as assigned