SMX is seeking a mid-level Program Analyst to support our customer at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station.   The program is providing systems engineering support of weapons systems on various platforms including technical research and development of technologies, analysis, and documentation as part of the acquisition of Aircraft, Weapon, and Integrated Systems and the evaluation of their technical performance, mission suitability and associated acquisition risks throughout the full acquisition process and lifecycle of a program.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Provide program analysis support for all aspects of the program Participate in and support assigned Program and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) Collect, complete, organize, and interpret technical and financial data related to aircraft acquisition and product programs Track program/project status and maintain schedules Apply relevant policies and procedures for financial planning Conduct program management and business analysis tasks related to weapon systems acquisition and lifecycle management Perform critical program management, technical, or business analysis of major DoD acquisition systems and provide recommendations to ensure program success Utilize knowledge of SECNAV, OPNAV, and OSD policy and documentation relevant to PPBS, MIPRs, Work Requests, Requisitions, CDRLs, and DD Form 254 (DoD 5000 series) May require collaboration and coordination with Naval Air Warfighting Development Command (NAWDC) in Fallon, NV for trial software demonstrations of new products Subject Matter Expert (SME) who understands mission Requirements/Concept of Operations (CONOPs)/ Concepts of Employment (CONEMPs).

Required Skills & Experience 

Clearance Required: Secret US Citizenship is required for work on DoD contract BS or BA degree in Business, Management, Technical, or Scientific discipline from an accredited college or university. An allowable substitution is an AS or AA degree in Business, Management, Technical, or Scientific discipline and an additional four (4) years of recent and relevant experience; OR an additional six (6) years of recent and relevant experience. At least four (4) years of recent and relevant experience in a program management, technical, or business analysis discipline. Of the four years, at least two (2) years must include technical efforts supporting major weapon systems and components development. Experience in processing program acquisition, funding, and contract documentation for military programs Demonstrated experience in program/project management support, earned value management, and scheduling Some travel up to 25% is required

Application Deadline:  9/2/2025

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:$86,000—$143,200 USD

 

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Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.