Mid-Level Program Management Analyst

Overview

Mid-Level Program Management Analyst (VOPS-2026-26629):

Bowhead seeks a Program Management Analyst to support procurement and program operations for the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) V Department and affiliated departments. The Mid-Level Program Analyst independently coordinates procurement documentation, tracks purchasing requests and approvals, maintains accurate procurement and receipt records, and works with Government personnel and other stakeholders to ensure timely completion of requirements. The position applies established acquisition procedures, identifies documentation or processing issues, and elevates matters requiring Government decisions.

Responsibilities

Job duties Include but are not limited to:

• Prepare, assemble, submit, and track Information Technology Procurement Requests (ITPRs) for hardware, software, renewals, cloud services, and related IT items through applicable review workflows.
• Develop and review Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) procurement packages, including purchase requisitions, statements of work, vendor quotations, cost estimates, justifications, and funding documentation for Government review.
• Coordinate and route Government Purchase Card (P-Card) packages and Military Standard Requisitioning and Issue Procedures (MILSTRIP) requisitions to Code 1071 or other designated Government purchasing offices.
• Maintain procurement and program trackers; monitor approvals, outstanding actions, acquisition milestones, order status, and delivery schedules; and provide accurate status reports to stakeholders.
• Perform market research, evaluate vendor information, obtain and compare quotations, and document procurement alternatives in accordance with established procedures.
• Review procurement documentation for completeness and applicable acquisition and IT compliance requirements, including FAR/DFARS procedures, Section 889, Section 508, and approved sourcing channels; elevate issues for Government determination.
• Update procurement, receipt, and asset records in Navy ERP or other authorized systems; reconcile delivery information and assist with resolving discrepancies.
• Coordinate with technical points of contact, Government leads, contracting personnel, IT compliance representatives, and vendors to obtain required information and resolve routine procurement issues.
• Maintain organized, accurate, audit-ready procurement records and support process improvements, reporting requirements, and timely completion of assigned program deliverables.
• Apply established procurement integrity, confidentiality, and non-personal services requirements while working independently on assigned tasks and escalating complex decisions to appropriate Government personnel.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant professional experience in program analysis, procurement support, acquisition administration, logistics, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, finance, supply chain, or a related field preferred; equivalent education, training, or relevant experience may be considered.
• US. citizenship required.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams; strong spreadsheet and document-management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize multiple procurement actions, prioritize competing deadlines, review documentation for accuracy, and work with limited day-to-day supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and ability to coordinate effectively with Government personnel, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Working knowledge of federal acquisition and purchasing processes, including FAR/DFARS, SAP packages, ITPRs, P-Card processing, or MILSTRIP requisitions.
• Experience maintaining procurement trackers, preparing reports, conducting market research, and supporting auditable Government documentation.
• Experience with Navy ERP, FedMall, PIEE, Navitas, BOIT, NASA SEWP, GSA MAS, or comparable DoD procurement systems preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

Target salary is $95,000/annually commensurate with experience

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

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