Program Management Analyst

PeopleTec is currently seeking a Program Management Analyst (Manufacturing and Industrial Base) to support our Huntsville, AL location.

The U.S. Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) is seeking a mission-focused and versatile Program Analyst to support the Directed Energy Project Office (DEPO). This role requires a unique blend of operational awareness, technical coordination, and data-informed decision support. The ideal candidate will assist in synchronizing program activities, managing tasking and planning workflows, and contributing to systems engineering and integration planning.  A key element of the role involves collecting, processing, and visualizing data from field tests and lab events to support performance evaluation and leadership decision-making. This position offers a challenging opportunity to contribute to the rapid development and fielding of high-energy laser weapon systems. Up to 50% travel may be required to visit and coordinate with manufacturers and industrial base partners across the United States.

Duties:

• Operational & Program Coordination:
  • Support planning, tasking, and coordination activities in direct support of government leadership.
  • Track and manage internal and external action items, assignments, and deliverables across integrated product teams (IPTs).
  • Attend and contribute to organizational stand-ups, working groups, and IPTs; document action items and assist with follow-up.
  • Develop and refine internal tracking tools for activities, milestones, and decisions; ensure awareness and alignment across stakeholders.
  • Draft and coordinate correspondence, executive briefings, talking points, and white papers.

• Data Collection & Visualization Support:
  • Assist with the planning and execution of data collection during field tests, lab demonstrations, and operational events.
  • Compile, clean, and organize collected data sets from test events and technical teams.
  • Generate visualizations and summary products (charts, plots, dashboards, reports) to support leadership understanding and assessment of key performance parameters.
  • Collaborate with analysts and engineers to align data products with test objectives and decision needs.

• Systems Engineering & Technical Integration Support:
  • Support development of documentation such as requirements traceability, integration planning, and verification matrices.
  • Assist government systems engineers by coordinating inputs from multiple technical stakeholders.
  • Participate in design reviews and technical discussions; capture key technical risks, decisions, and action items.
  • Help ensure consistent configuration and interface documentation across efforts.
  • Track test objectives and performance indicators to support system-level assessments.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting a DoD acquisition, R&D, or prototyping program.
• Experience in manufacturing or supply chain management, particularly in a defense or high-tech environment.
• Familiarity with systems engineering fundamentals, technical baselines, and integration planning.
• Experience supporting test events, engineering planning, or technical coordination across cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills and task management ability with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); ability to manage trackers and develop briefing materials.
• Experience with data visualization and analysis using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; capable of developing briefing materials and summarizing complex information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a current driver's license.
• Travel: 50%
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Active U.S. DoD Secret clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have a Secret clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain a Secret clearance throughout their employment.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, applied science, operations research, systems management, or a related technical field.

Desired Skills:

• Master’s degree in a technical, operational, or analytical field.
• Experience supporting or integrating directed energy or other advanced weapon systems.
• Familiarity with the Army or DoD acquisition lifecycle, especially in rapid prototyping or quick-reaction efforts.
• Understanding of requirements development, verification planning, or test objective tracking.
• Experience with test data collection, post-processing, and performance summary development.
• Exposure to digital engineering or system modeling practices, even in a coordination or support capacity.

People First. Technology Always.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce.

Culture: The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields.

Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals. Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people.

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EEO Statement

PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, applicationhelp@peopletec.com and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

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