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 3-5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree
- 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 Suite and experience with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet.
- 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
