Senior Defense Program Analyst Job in Crystal City, Virginia Us
ITT Exelis is Powered By Ingenuity, which is the hallmark of our business, products and people. Exelis is a leader in networked communications, sensing and surveillance, electronic warfare, navigation, air traffic solutions and information systems with growing positions in cyber security, composite aerostructures, logistics and technical services. We provide innovative solutions in the areas of command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (C4ISR) and the Information and Technical Services markets. The company has a 50-year legacy of partnering with customers worldwide to deliver affordable, mission-critical products and services for managing global threats, conflicts and complexities.
Working at ITT Exelis, you will join the ranks of 20,000 employees serving our customers around the globe. At ITT Exelis, our workplace culture encourages a spirit of adventure and encompasses a can-do attitude. We place emphasis on building and sustaining a diverse workforce which is inclusive of different perspectives and varied business, academic, cultural and social backgrounds.
We are seeking a Senior Program Analyst to support the Department of Defense. This position will be responsible for a broad range of tasks associated with the management of multiple acquisition programs from inception to deployment, or supervision of a functional area. This position conducts analysis of alternatives and develops recommended courses of action; develops and executes program plans approved by the Government, manages program standards and schedules; manages objectives and requirements; adapts and applies applicable technical, administrative, financial and business processes and procedures; develops budgets; monitors and manages outside resources; participates in working groups; coordinates and reviews work of assigned military and civilian government employees. Reviews/oversees preparation of all program related documentation; conducts technical and administrative reviews, and other technical meetings. Assists in the preparation of briefing material for organizational, DoD or Congressional leadership. Works independently under general guidelines or objectives set by the Government and participates and coordinates with internal echelons and authority on all aspects pertinent to the successful implementation of the program or functional area under his/her management.
This position requires experience within the general functional areas of program management, project management, acquisition management, risk management, contract management, project planning, knowledge of military organizations, operations, and decision making processes. Candidates should possess demonstrated technical managerial and communication (written and oral) skills.
Required Experience:
This position requires a Bachelor's Degree 10+ years experience. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must possess an active SSBI which requires US citizenship.
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