Culmen International is hiring a Mid-Level Program Analyst to provide support for the Sensors & Ground Innovation Office within the GEOINT Innovation & Research Directorate (NGA Q) at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) onsite in Springfield, VA.
The position shall support NGA Q’s mission to be a premier R&D organization with the unique focus of leading GEOINT research. NGA Q is responsible for performing scientific research and transitioning innovative concepts and capabilities to solve NGA, NSG, Allied System for Geospatial Intelligence (ASG), IC, and DoD hard problems.
NGA Q requires support staff who can assist in the day-to-day coordination and data management that support these activities.
TALENT PIPELINE - Qualified applicants will be contacted as soon as funding for this position is secured. - Tentative start date is Early-December 2026.
What You’ll Do in Your New RoleExtensive knowledge and experience in technology transition documentation preparation and execution and programmatic support.
- Draft documentation for transition policy or agreements.
- Advise research scientists on tech transition topics (e.g., project planning for transitions, knowledge of NGA processes, and identification of NGA stakeholders or customers).
- Assist with: - Program Approval Documentation (PADs) specific to Q activities - Program Documentation Entry (into Q program tools) - Statements of Work (SOW) - Statements of Objectives (SOO) - Performance Work Statements (PWS)
- Experience or education in developing and implementing an effective knowledge and experience in R&D program development from concept inception to transition of technologies; experience or education in program management and understanding of cost, schedule, and performance.
- Knowledge of experience drafting, reviewing, and editing R&D statements of work (SOWs), contracts, agreements such as Technology Transfer agreements and other program documentation.
- Communications strategy to support the execution of the Technology Transfer program.
- BA/BS or MA/MS in business management, systems management, communications & marketing or equivalent degree.
- Greater than or equal to ten years of work experience.
- Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
- Willingness to sit for a CI Poly
- MBA with concentration in Technology Management
- Prior or current experience working with a research and development organization or government agency
Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security, strengthening homeland defense, advancing humanitarian missions, and optimizing government operations. With experience in over 150 countries, Culmen supports our clients in accomplishing critical missions in challenging environments.
- Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance plans (including same or opposite sex domestic partners)
- 401k – Vested immediately and 4% match
- Life insurance and disability paid by the company
- Supplemental Insurance Available
- Opportunities for Training and Continuing Education
- 12 Paid Holidays
To learn more about Culmen International, please visit www.culmen.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business management, systems management, communications and marketing, or an equivalent field
- At least 10 years of professional work experience
- Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
- Willingness to sit for a CI polygraph
- Strong communication skills
- Knowledge of strategic business partnerships
- Knowledge of intellectual property, Export Control/ITAR, technology readiness levels, and security classification
- Experience or education in R&D program development from concept inception through technology transition
- Experience or education in program management, including cost, schedule, and performance management
- Knowledge of RDT&E funding, PPBE, FAR, and DFARS FMR
- Experience drafting, reviewing, and editing R&D statements of work, contracts, Technology Transfer agreements, CRADAs, EPAs, PIAs, and related program documentation
- Experience developing communications content, publications, public releases, website content, and annual reports
- MBA with a concentration in Technology Management
- Prior or current experience with a research and development organization or government agency
What We Do
Established in 2004, Culmen International is committed to enhancing international security, strengthening homeland defense, optimizing government operations and providing humanitarian assistance around the world. We provide technical and management expertise, develop innovative technology solutions, and deliver logistics, training, and language services worldwide. With experience in 126 countries, Culmen supports our clients to accomplish critical missions in challenging environments
