Junior Project Support Analyst

Description

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Leidos' Defense Systems, Sensor Systems Analysis & Engineering Portfolio, is seeking a talented Junior Program Support Analyst to function full-time within the Sensor Systems Analysis and Engineering Portfolio.

You will join a diverse team of software developers, engineers, and scientists to help create unique solutions for complex problems. Our team solves important problems that make a difference and support our customers in the current and future defense of our nation; primarily in the areas of modeling & simulation, sensor integration, testing, characterization, modeling, simulation, data analysis, and algorithm development for electro-optical infrared (EO/IR) systems. Candidate will be expected to provide project support, productively contribute to a team environment, and communicate effectively with management, coworkers, and customers.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions. To explore and learn more, click here!

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Primary Responsibilities

• Provide project support for a fast-pasted program, providing direct assistance to project managers, as required, to ensure efficient and timely actions such as assisting with schedules, budgets and errands as assigned.
• Duties may include working with Contracts, Finance, Pricing, Subcontracts, Accounting, and Procurement departments to facilitate program needs.
• Perform procurement duties to include material quotes and tracking.
• The candidate will be responsible for training on and becoming proficient with internal tools made available to help assess program status; therefore, the candidate must have initiative and be a quick learner.
• Candidates will be expected to resolve issues independently and accurately.
• In addition to programmatic tasks, the ideal candidate will grow responsibilities to include technical tasks such as test preparation, test support, and analysis as opportunities arise.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree; STEM field preferred.
• Candidates with 2-4 years of experience are encouraged to apply.
• Candidate must have a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, ideally MS Project, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Candidate must have demonstrated experience effectively communicating within a team environment.
• Candidate must show initiative in a team environment to be a problem solver.
• Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance or meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Final Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• In addition to the qualifications listed above, the ideal candidate should be highly organized, be attentive to detail, have customer service experience with outstanding communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to work independently at times due to a fast-paced and highly productive work environment.
• Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following: recent stellar academic performance.

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For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.