F-35 Airframe IPT Program Management Analyst (Project Management Analyst) - 30147

Job Description

HII – Mission Technologies (HII-MT) is seeking a seasoned Senior Program Analyst in support of the Airframe Integrated Product Team (IPT) at the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Program Office (JSFPO). The candidate is desired to have fifteen or more years and experience in DOD Federal service as military or civilian in program management or acquisitions, preferably time in the JSFPO. The Airframe IPT is tasked with supporting requirements for Engineering Change Requests (CRs), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), and Engineering Testing of all variants of the F-35 airframe and airframe subsystems. The candidate will conduct airframe program management tasking, to include supporting the government program office personnel in their role managing cost, schedule, and performance of the original aircraft manufacturer (OEM) for F-35 Air System (AS).  The candidate will represent the IPT at planning meetings and Program Management Reviews and will work in tandem with between the two teams on various shared projects. 

This position requires a professional capable of operating with minimal oversight, engaging directly with government and sub-contract stakeholders, and translating requirements into comprehensive, auditable, enterprise‑level policies and process frameworks.

*Note: This position is primarily on-site at Wright Patterson Air Force Base (Dayton, OH).

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Provides program analyst expertise to assist government Program Management for ensuring the successful design and delivery of the three variant $350B+ F-35 Aircraft for the US Navy, US Marine, US Air Force, Partner Countries, and Foreign Military Sales customers. 
• Coordinates on issues of reliability, maintainability, and supportability requirements affecting vehicle design. 
• Mediate interactions between industry and government agencies on technology disclosure matters. 
• Performs airframe program management tasking in support of the government program office personnel in their role managing cost, schedule, and performance of the OEM for the F-35 AS.
• Supports program management activities such as (but not limited to) business processes within the F-35 JPO that result in evaluation of OEM performance, analysis of options for meeting future requirements, and management activities in support of OEM program execution.
• Participates in Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA), and Affordability Initiative reviews. 
• Evaluates CBA studies and affordability initiatives involving depot commercial and/or organic maintenance, repair, or overhaul of systems, sub-systems, and/or components to help PWSC develop a “best value” acquisition logistics support program.
• Evaluates proposed supportability Technology Insertion Initiatives to ensure successful integration with DoD infrastructure/systems. 
• Evaluates proposed Support Equipment/Automated Test Equipment (SE/ATE) requirements to ensure compliance with future DoD Automated Test Systems (ATS) initiatives.
• Trains other JSFPO members on methods and procedures common to the acquisition processes as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain)
• Eligible to obtain and maintain Secret/SAP access
• Knowledge of DoD practices, internal controls, or audit requirements
• Ability to document processes, develop policy materials, and support compliance-focused initiatives
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficiency with Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and process tracking tools
• Effective communication skills for briefing, coordination, and collaboration with government stakeholders

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation quality.
• Ability to operate independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Skilled at cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify gaps and propose actionable solutions.
• Adaptable, resourceful, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, audit-driven environment.

Preferred Requirements

• Active Secret Clearance or higher 
• Bachelor’s degree with 15+ years of relevant experience in DOD Federal service as military or civilian in acquisitions, logistics, or maintenance, preferably with time in the F-35 JSFPO
• Background in developing SOPs, manuals, internal controls, or enterprise process documentation
• Experience in project management, Agile methodologies, or strategic planning roles
• Familiarity with sustainment, maintenance, logistics, or readiness reporting
• Experience supporting aviation sustainment or DoD logistics systems
• Ability to identify process gaps and recommend actionable solutions

Physical Requirements