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Program Analyst

Washington, DC
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JRC is a specialty Systems Engineering and Research company focused on Strategic Deterrence and Strategic Defense of our great nation. We are an award-winning workplace, acknowledged as one of Greater Washington’s Best Places to Work and recognized as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for 10 consecutive years.  Headquartered in Washington, DC with international programs and operations in over 15 states, our expertise in areas such as systems engineering, digital integration, and program management, have supported some of the nation’s most important defense programs.  

It’s a great time to join JRC’s Systems Engineering and Integration Team! We are looking for a Program Analyst to assist the Technical Division of Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) and their team in managing workflows to ensure efficient/effective program management, prioritizing daily deliverables, managing actions to maximize execution of weekly/monthly deadlines, overseeing integrated master scheduling, drafting executive correspondence, supply research analysis and providing database management. 

Additionally, the Program Analyst will coordinate amongst division stakeholders and program manages to track and produce deliverables for the Technical Division, Chief Engineer, and staff as well as report on Division programmatic actions to senior leadership.  You will review, edit, and assist in creating internal SSP documents related to the TRIDENT II Weapon System, and coordinate related input and approval from government and industry partners. If you are looking to kickstart your career with an entry level role with a positive upside and opportunity to make an impact...this is the role for you!

As the Program Analyst, you will...

  • Develop a robust knowledge of SSP culture and practices and be the lead coordinator for high-level events for the division and industry partners
  • Execute high-level coordination efforts between technical division branch heads/SESs, compiling program updates and reporting materials as needed on behalf of SSP’s Technical Division Director
  • Compose internal program status reporting on behalf of the Technical Division, Chief Engineer, and staff
  • Assist in creating, reviewing, and editing Ordnance Documents (ODs), Strategic Systems Programs Instructions (SSPINSTs), meeting minutes, memorandums, formal letters, technical documents, program briefings, and other documentation
  • Lead weekly division meetings, including drafting and editing presentations and providing status updates to the technical staff and branches

What you bring to the table...

  • A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
  • 2+ years of experience in project management, programmatic development, and administrative excellence
  • An Active Secret clearance (or have held an active clearance within the past 2 years)  
  • Demonstrated experience with the MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Bonus Points for...

  • Knowledge of, and experience with, the Department of the Navy Correspondence Manual and DoD Issuance Style Guide
  • Previous experience supporting Department of the Navy programs in an analyst capacity
  • Previous experience working with the TRIDENT II Weapon System material

At JRC we offer...

  • A competitive compensation package
  • An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members' well-being and success
  • The chance to contribute to a high-profile Department of Defense (DoD) programs, making a meaningful difference
  • A collaborative work environment where teamwork, creativity, and innovation thrive
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career

JRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V