IFF Project Analyst (Mid Level)

Job Description
BAE Systems Identification Systems (IDS) seeks a strategic, analytical, and self-directed Project Analyst to join its integrated team in support of cost, performance, and schedule management of Department of Defense (DoD) Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) projects. This role is ideal for a candidate who enjoys applying analytical judgment, improving processes, and supporting complex project activities with a high degree of ownership. The position involves structured responsibilities, but also requires the ability to recognize patterns, question assumptions, and address issues before they escalate. This role requires a seasoned analyst with a professional level of judgment and initiative - someone who adds insight and clarity, not just organization and data entry. The successful candidate will provide critical project management and analysis support in a cross-functional environment, ensuring efficient operations and seamless coordination of project activities. The successful candidate will not only manage financial resources and project workflows but will also demonstrate the ability to anticipate needs, identify gaps, and take initiative to solve problems without requiring continuous oversight.
The candidate will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to manage critical project workflows, utilizing strong analytical skills to maintain data integrity and provide the essential support needed to meet contract and program milestones in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Position responsibilities include:

• Provide project analysis support by analyzing requirements, status, budget, and schedules to oversee the progress of the entire project lifecycle.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) to ensure project tasks are accurately mapped to budget and schedule milestones.
• Manage stakeholder communications and coordinate team efforts, including assigning action tasks and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee project analysis responsibilities, ensuring strict adherence to company and contract policies.
• Work independently on special projects, including responding to data calls and providing support for program-level initiatives to meet organizational goals.
• Plan and execute project meetings, including the distribution of agendas, compilation of meeting minutes, and rigorous tracking of action items.
• Collect, organize, and interpret technical data and financial information relating to Navy fleet installation and modernization to produce contract-required deliverables.
• Support risk management initiatives by identifying areas of risk and applying established policies and procedures for mitigation.
• Collaborate across various departments to provide backup analytical support and act as the primary point of contact for project groups in the absence of the Project Manager.

This position is located in scenic and historic Southern Maryland in the St. Mary's County Technology Corridor adjacent to the Patuxent River Naval Air Station.
There is no monetary relocation assistance budgeted for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to St. Mary's County, Maryland or surrounding areas.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in business or a business-related discipline -OR- Associate's degree plus an additional 2 years of experience
• At least 3 years of experience in a project or program analyst role.
• At least 2 years of experience supporting Department of the Navy (DoN) contracts or projects.
• Proven ability to dissect complex data sets and derive logical, actionable conclusions without requiring step-by-step instruction.
• Demonstrated capacity for applying sound logic and practical reasoning to solve problems where specified processes may not exist.
• Ability to operate effectively under general direction, utilizing initiative to drive projects to completion without the need for detailed task-level supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SharePoint Online, OneNote, and Microsoft Project.
• Proven ability to handle complex financial data and project schedules with extreme accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to articulate and escalate issues professionally across different organizational levels.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a dynamic, deadline-driven professional environment.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Advanced proficiency with MS Office products, with a strong emphasis on MS Excel (complex formulas, pivot tables, nested formulas) and SharePoint.
• Experience with resourcing requirements.
• Experience in creating financial projections, including estimates at completion (EAC) and estimates to completion (ETC).

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $67406 - $114590
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.