Program Analyst - Bulk Fuel Systems

MANTECH is seeking an experienced Senior Program Analyst to support the Program Manager Combat Support Systems (PM CSS) within the Bulk Fuel Systems portfolio out of Stafford, VA . In this role, you will directly assist Government customers in ensuring that mobile, tactical, and strategic bulk fuel storage, distribution, and testing solutions developed or acquired for the warfighter are fully system-engineered, integrated, interoperable, and certified.

You will work closely with military operators, engineers, and acquisition leads to conduct detailed systems engineering analysis, enforce acquisition policy, manage program risks, and coordinate the technical planning required to deliver world-class bulk fuel capabilities to the Fleet Marine Force and Joint Warfighter.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Acquisition Life-Cycle Management: Assist in generating, reviewing, and updating DoW Adaptive Acquisition Framework documentation, including Acquisition Strategies, Capability Development Documents (CDD), and Life Cycle Sustainment Plans (LCSP).

• Governance & Policy: Draft technical data governance plans, program policy letters, charter documents, and technical instructions for bulk fuel equipment, tactical fuel systems, petroleum, oil, and lubricants (POL) logistics systems.

• Master Schedule Management: Develop, maintain, and analyze Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) using Microsoft Project to track program milestones, critical paths, vendor deliverables, and field testing activities.

• Decision Forum Coordination: Coordinate and facilitate technical working groups, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and decision forums; record minutes, manage action item tracking systems, and ensure follow-through across stakeholders.

• Equipment & Standards Assessment: Coordinate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to evaluate, review, and develop recommendations for Bulk Fuel Systems equipment, including tactical fuel pumps, filtration units, flexible piping, storage bladders, quality surveillance kits, and expeditionary fuel distribution platforms.

• Risk & Issue Management: Facilitate the Risk Management process—identifying, analyzing, and tracking program risks, issues, and opportunities (RIO) along with corresponding mitigation strategies.

• Executive Liaison & Communications: Prepare, review, and present executive-level briefing packages, point papers, decision memos, and technical reports for senior leadership.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree and at least 5 years of experience in DoD program analysis or technical acquisition support. An additional 2 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.

• Experience supporting DoD acquisition programs utilizing the Defense Acquisition Life Cycle Management Framework (DoD 5000 series).

• Technical & Standards Management: Demonstrated experience collecting, evaluating, and maintaining technical or IT standards and system documentation across large, complex organizations.

• Program Execution: Proven experience working independently to maintain technical program documentation, monitor master schedules, track risk items, and keep senior leadership informed of critical updates.

• Software Tools: Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience supporting the Portfolio Acquisition Executive Marine Corps, Marine Corps Systems Command, or PEO Land Systems.

• Practical domain knowledge of Tactical Fuel Systems (TFS), Bulk Fuel Systems, Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants (POL) logistics, or expeditionary fluids distribution equipment.

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or DAWIA Level II/III certification in Project Management or Logistics/Acquisition.

• Hands-on experience developing and managing complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) / Integrated Government Schedules (IGS).

• Deep operational understanding of the DoD Risk, Issue, and Opportunity Management Process

Clearance Requirement:

• Must have a current / active DoD Secret clearance

Physical Requirements:

• This job is largely operated in a professional office environment

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time

• Travel 20-25%

MANTECH International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

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