Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for complex, mission-critical systems for the US Department of Defense (DOD) and commercial customers, is seeking an experienced Program Analyst to support the Distributed Maritime and Network Operations (DM&NO) business area based in our San Diego, CA office. The Program Analyst will work with IDT senior leadership and a team of mission-focused engineers to manage and track projects that solve some of IDT's customers' toughest challenges. Initiative, creativity, reliability, and efficient teamwork are required to successfully deliver innovative solutions in this dynamic customer space.
Overview:
The Program Analyst will help lead multiple product area teams focused on applying IDT's technology for deployment on U.S. Navy tactical platforms. Project areas include real-time automated test and analysis, virtual compute environments, machine learning based data analytics, cybersecurity, backfit and forward fit of tactical solutions, and network analysis in support of the U.S. Navy's Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for the tracking of solutions which meet or exceed customer expectations while tracking multiple projects' scope, schedule, and cost. The Program Analyst will support customer requirements elicitation, assist multi-disciplined engineering teams, and perform program and/or project analytic activities to maintain and report on the completed project's scope as a function of schedule and cost. In addition, the Program Analyst will track the status of the systematic conversion of customer requirements into solutions and account for technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
All applicants must currently possess an active U.S. Security Clearance .
Responsibilities Include:
Support and document customer discussions, decisions, and requirements collection
Develop a schedule and track project deliverables, cost, and schedule using ERP tools
Develop and manage program or project execution and staffing plans
In coordination with the Engineering Lead, develop and track reports on the status of a multi-disciplined engineering teams assigned to each project
Evaluate project status to ensure progress is being accomplished toward customer requirements and then recommend actions to attain requirements within cost and schedule
Perform allocation and tracking of work packages across numerous Control Account Managers
Support proposal development of cost estimates for follow-on and new contracts
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree
5+ years' experience in Program Analysis in the federal government sector
Required skills:
Prior experience analyzing DoD programs or projects
Familiarity with DoD Systems and/or Software Engineering processes
Ability to travel up to 10%
Preferred skills:
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience with Federal Government contracts or equivalent
Experience in Earned Value Management
Understanding of U.S. Navy platform-level tactical systems and software
Experienced in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools
Competencies:
Excellence in communication
Strong organization and planning skills
Ability to work closely with customers, Senior Program Managers, and Chief Engineers
Be capable of working independently, but thrive in a team environment
Solid problem-solving ability, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
Pay Range*: $100,000 - $190,000 or $180,000 - $250,000
*Pursuant to California Senate Bill 1162 , IDT is required to disclose the "pay scale" or "pay range" associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate's experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 1162. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.
EEO Statement:
IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
