The Role
Oversees defense and aviation projects supporting NAVAIR international programs and logistics initiatives. Leads approximately 15 personnel, coordinates government, contractor, and international stakeholders, manages CDRL submissions and program documentation, analyzes processes and data, and develops Excel and SharePoint dashboards and workflows. Provides recommendations for continuous improvement and supports concurrent projects across the program lifecycle.
Summary Generated by Built In
Location: Lexington Park, MD
Position: Project Officer
Overview: ITC Defense is seeking a Project Officer to provide senior-level support to Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) International Program Managers and Assistant Program Managers for Logistics (APML). This role serves as a key integrator across complex aviation and defense initiatives, contributing to the advancement of military systems and international partnerships. It plays a vital part in fostering collaboration among government, industry, and program stakeholders to maintain alignment and momentum throughout the lifecycle of diverse technical and programmatic efforts.
Responsibilities
Position: Project Officer
Overview: ITC Defense is seeking a Project Officer to provide senior-level support to Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) International Program Managers and Assistant Program Managers for Logistics (APML). This role serves as a key integrator across complex aviation and defense initiatives, contributing to the advancement of military systems and international partnerships. It plays a vital part in fostering collaboration among government, industry, and program stakeholders to maintain alignment and momentum throughout the lifecycle of diverse technical and programmatic efforts.
Responsibilities
- Oversees and ensures the successful execution of all tasks within assigned projects.
- Leads, mentors, and develops project personnel; supervises a team of approximately 15 employees.
- Supports international programs by analyzing, coordinating, and recommending logistics solutions across integrated product support (IPS) elements throughout the program lifecycle, including business development, case development, implementation, and closure.
- Ensures timely and accurate submission of all Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items.
- Evaluates program processes and procedures and provides recommendations for continuous improvement to the Program Manager/APML.
- Documents program-related business and technical processes and maintains accurate and current program data.
- Designs and implements tools, dashboards, and workflows (e.g., Excel, SharePoint) to enhance data integrity, efficiency, and decision‑making.
- Supports special projects and performs additional duties as assigned.
- Active or Interim Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance (OR ability to obtain/maintain).
- Master’s degree from an accredited institution and more than ten (10) years of experience (OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and more than fourteen (14) years of experience) in Foreign Military Sales (FMS), logistics, program management, acquisition, life‑cycle management, or related technical/business analysis disciplines.
- Demonstrated experience supporting complex defense or aviation programs, preferably within a Naval Aviation Systems Command (NAVAIR) or similar DoD environment.
- Proficiency analyzing program data, processes, and documentation to support decision‑making and program execution.
- Experience coordinating and communicating with diverse stakeholders, including government personnel, contractors, and international partners.
- Ability to develop, update, and manage program documentation, reports, and workflow tools with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated capability to lead personnel, manage competing priorities, and oversee multiple concurrent projects.
- Strong competency with common project and data management tools such as Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
- Ability to work independently and proactively in fast‑paced, structured defense acquisition environments.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting NAVAIR, DoD acquisition programs, or international defense programs.
- Familiarity with Integrated Product Support (IPS) elements and logistics planning for military aviation systems.
- Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools (e.g., MS Project, SharePoint, Excel automation).
- Strong communication skills with experience interfacing with government stakeholders, contractors, and international partners.
- Experience developing, analyzing, or managing CDRLs or other contract documentation.
- Certifications such as PMP, DAWIA/DAU certifications, or equivalent defense acquisition training.
- Employer Supplemented Health Insurance
- Employer Paid Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- 3% Biweekly 401(k) Contribution
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
- Competitive Salaries with Performance Incentives
- A positive working environment with supportive teammates and leadership
Skills Required
- Active or interim Department of Defense Secret security clearance, or ability to obtain and maintain one
- Master’s degree and more than 10 years of relevant experience, or bachelor’s degree and more than 14 years of relevant experience
- Experience in Foreign Military Sales, logistics, program management, acquisition, lifecycle management, or related technical or business analysis
- Experience supporting complex defense or aviation programs, preferably in a NAVAIR or similar Department of Defense environment
- Ability to analyze program data, processes, and documentation
- Experience coordinating with government personnel, contractors, and international partners
- Ability to develop and manage program documentation, reports, and workflow tools
- Ability to lead personnel, manage competing priorities, and oversee multiple concurrent projects
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams
- Ability to work independently in structured defense acquisition environments
- Experience supporting NAVAIR, Department of Defense acquisition programs, or international defense programs
- Familiarity with Integrated Product Support elements and military aviation logistics planning
- Proficiency with project management methodologies, Microsoft Project, SharePoint, or Excel automation
- Experience developing, analyzing, or managing CDRLs or other contract documentation
- PMP, DAWIA/DAU certification, or equivalent defense acquisition training
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The Company
What We Do
ITC Defense Corp. is a dynamic, technology-based, HUBZone-certified business in the global defense market. Our core capabilities in systems engineering and software development have positioned us to provide value added capabilities in today's transitioning marketplace. ITC is also at the forefront of information security technology integration and cyber resilience, leveraging commercial and government best practices to create innovative solutions to battle an ever-evolving cyber threat. The ITC team is comprised of engineers, analysts and subject matter experts with many years of experience working in support of the U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Department of Justice, allied Military, and other Government Agencies. ITC recognizes that each customer’s organization has unique requirements which align with its individual culture and goals. With this holistic understanding, we design, develop and integrate an individualized solution to help our customers realize their vision by “Integrating Technology & Culture.”
