Senior Program Analyst

Description:

NIRA, Inc. is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Program Analyst to provide comprehensive program management, project coordination, data analysis, planning, and financial support for a major FAA Program. This role will support the Program Office and work with cross-functional stakeholders to coordinate project activities, monitor schedules and financial performance, support annual planning and prioritization, and ensure effective program execution.

The ideal candidate will be a strong program analyst and coordinator who can manage multiple priorities, analyze complex information, facilitate collaboration across stakeholders, and translate data into actionable insights and recommendations.

Required: Ability to obtain Public Trust Clearance (Be present in the United States 3 years of the last 5 years)

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall program management and analytical support to clients, including project coordination, planning and prioritization, change management, program reporting, performance tracking, and financial support.
• Support the annual project planning and prioritization process for the program by collaborating with the Program Office and field personnel to identify future projects for the program; facilitate the project prioritization workshops and develop supporting documentation.
• Monitor and track changes to project lists across all Fiscal Years, ensuring changes are properly documented, communicated, and incorporated into program plans.
• Support program planning and performance reporting by developing presentations, status reports, briefings, spreadsheets, and other materials for Program Office leadership and stakeholders.
• Facilitate national meetings by developing agendas, presentations, spreadsheets, status reports, and other meeting materials; lead meetings as needed and track action items to ensure effective coordination and follow-through.
• Support development of budget formulation and financial planning artifacts for the program, including Spend Plans, Resource Planning Documents (RPDs), White Sheets, and Five-Year Capital Investment Plan (CIP) documentation.
• Develop, document, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), process documentation, workflows, and other program artifacts to support consistent and efficient program operations.
• Analyze program and financial information and identify potential budget variances, and project/program risks, escalating concerns and supporting corrective actions as appropriate.
• Compile, assess and analyze large data sets from various sources to identify coordination requirements, impacts, solutions, and recommendations.
• Examine project requirements across various initiatives, conduct sensitivity analyses and affordability assessments, and provide recommendations for comprehensive program planning purposes.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key FAA stakeholders, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Perform other program management and analytical support activities as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Minimum of 10 years of related work experience.
• Strong project and program coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with project planning, change management, financial tracking, and program reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in developing and maintaining complex Excel spreadsheets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop professional documentation, SOPs, presentations, meeting materials, and program reports.
• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders and facilitating meetings.
• Ability to analyze project schedules, financial data, program information and communicate findings to management.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience supporting federal government programs is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with federal budget formulation, capital investment planning, or facilities sustainment programs is a plus.
• Be quality conscious with focus on delivering products of a high caliber.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and prioritize assignments and workload.
• Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (Required)