Senior Project Management Analyst

Applied Research Associates • Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

The Mission, Concepts and Capabilities (MCC) division of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a Senior Project Management Analyst focusing on support to the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research & Engineering. The candidate demonstrates mature judgement required to interface with external stakeholders and senior Government personnel and supports rapid prototyping and project integration. The right candidate will assist with project oversight from inception through transition with attention to technical and programmatic metrics and milestones. This person will analyze and evaluate project proposals to ensure alignment with DoD strategies and goals. The right candidate will provide analysis and project management support to monitor project execution, as well as track project efforts to rapidly identify and resolve potential and new problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline
• Minimum of 9 years of related experience
• Secret clearance, with ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS) clearance
• Experience supporting DoD
• Experience managing and coordinating projects across the DoD Science & Technology enterprise
• Ability to perform technical analysis
• Strong writing, speaking, and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in a relevant discipline
• Top Secret (TS) clearance with SCI eligibility
• 10+ years of related experience
• Knowledge of Defense RDT&E
• Military or related operational experience
• OUSD(R&E) experience

Responsibilities

• Coordinate requirements for the application of current and emerging technologies
• Conduct systems trade-off and technical analysis for projects
• Assist with project oversight from inception through transition with attention to technical and programmatic metrics and milestones
• Analyze and evaluate project proposals to ensure alignment with DoD strategies and goals
• Provide analysis and project management support to monitor project execution
• Track project efforts to rapidly identify and resolve potential and new problems
• Conduct technical analysis for proposed, ongoing, or completed projects
• Develop documents, briefings materials, and responses to short notice data calls for senior leadership

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tools, training, and opportunities for active roles as owners

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree