Senior Program Analyst (R2754)

Shield AI is seeking a Program Analyst in Washington, D.C. to work closely with the Program Management team to support excellence in execution of program objectives through internal management processes & systems.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Support effective execution of program requirements and internal management processes & systems

• Support and help manage baseline & updates to program costs and schedules using Shield AI-selected tools

• Generate Contract Data Requirement List (CDRL) compliant monthly financial reports that include labor hours, labor costs, Other Direct Costs (including travel), subcontractor costs, etc.

• Conduct analysis and reporting of monthly planned vs actuals

• Serve as primary program representative to work with Finance/Accounting to ensure the accuracy of data and reporting for all above tasks

• Support the generation of cost estimates for program modifications/options/etc

• Evaluate staffing needs against resource availability projections

• Identify and assess program, project and organizational risks

• Drive process implementation and execution

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 4 years and a Master's degree; or 2 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience.

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills

• Experience working on a DoD Program of Record (PoR)

• Understanding of DoD acquisition cycle

• Understanding of CDRLs and related DIDS, FARs, etc…

• Understanding of DoD program financials

• Exceptional interpersonal skills (verbal and written) and ability to lead by influence and collaboration

• Experience in project and program management and ability to run projects

• Superb skills in leadership, time management, organization, team management

• Significant experience and excellent skills with Microsoft Office Suit and experience with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet.  Experience with Microsoft Project

• Demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

• Experience with Earned Value and managing Gate Reviews, Estimates at Completion (EACs) and Program Management Reviews (PMRs)
• Power Automate for workflow automation across Microsoft applications

$90,520 - $135,780 a year