Project Management Specialist (Project Analysis, Analyst)

Summary

The MIL Corporation is seeking a highly motivated Project Management Specialist (Project Analysis, Analyst) to support large, complex U.S. Navy and Department of Defense (DoD) programs at NAWCAD Webster Outlying Field (WOLF), St. Inigoes, Maryland. The successful candidate will provide hands-on project control support through the development and maintenance of project schedules, monitoring of project resources, and analysis of project performance. This position plays a critical role in ensuring projects remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with program objectives through effective coordination with project teams and stakeholders.

This position currently requires an on-site schedule with 5 days onsite and is eligible for Compressed Work Schedule (CWS). Schedule is subject to change based on company/contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules and integrated master schedules.
• Monitor project progress against established milestones, deliverables, and critical path activities.
• Analyze schedule performance and identify potential risks, delays, and impacts to project execution.
• Track project resources, including staffing levels, labor utilization, procurement activities, and budget expenditures.
• Coordinate with project managers, task leads, and technical teams to ensure timely completion of assigned activities.
• Collect, validate, and analyze project data to support planning, execution, and reporting requirements.
• Prepare project status reports, dashboards, timelines, metrics, and executive-level briefings.
• Support project reviews, program management meetings, and stakeholder engagements.
• Assist with risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution activities.
• Ensure project documentation is accurate, complete, and maintained in accordance with program requirements.
• Provide recommendations to improve project controls, reporting processes, and overall program performance.

Travel

Travel may be required to customer sites, program reviews, and meetings in support of U.S. Navy and DoD program objectives.

Estimated travel is up to 10%, based on contract and customer requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five (3) years of professional experience in project planning, project controls, scheduling, project analysis, or program support.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience leading project tasks, work efforts, or project teams.
• All required experience must be associated with large and complex U.S. Navy or other DoD programs.
• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining project schedules and tracking project milestones.
• Experience monitoring project resources, budgets, staffing requirements, and procurement activities.
• Experience preparing project status reports and presenting project performance information to stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment with multiple stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications

• Engineering, Prototyping, and Fabrication (EPF) experience
• Experience supporting U.S. Navy acquisition, modernization, logistics, engineering, or operational programs.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, project controls, and earned value management concepts.
• Experience with integrated master schedules (IMS) and schedule risk assessment.
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes and program management best practices.
• Experience using project scheduling and analysis tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar applications.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CAPM, PMI-SP, or equivalent.
• Experience developing executive-level reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.

Education

Bachelor''s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, Management, Operations Research, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field.

Additional years of directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, subject to contract requirements.

Clearance

All applicants for this position must currently possess a Secret clearance; please note that the clearance process takes into account financial background aspects.

Compensation

The MIL Corporation values your contributions and offers a range of benefits to support your overall well-being. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive range of benefits to our full-time employees which include health, life, disability, and retirement plans, as well as paid time off, opportunities for professional growth and tuition assistance. Additional benefits and incentives may also apply, which will be communicated during the hiring process.

For this position, the projected compensation range is $79,123.20 - $100,006.40 per year. This estimate represents the typical salary range and is just one part of MIL's complete compensation package. Final salary for this position is determined based on factors such as individual qualifications, education, experience, and contractual limitations. Learn more on the MIL Careers page.

Why MIL?

The MIL Corporation (MIL) is a dynamic workforce of industry professionals who deliver world-class solutions in cyber, engineering, financial management, and information technology - and we are looking for candidates like you! MIL offers opportunities for professionals at all stages of their careers, from early-career candidates to experienced industry professionals. We are known for a collaborative, people-first culture where employees are supported, valued, and encouraged to grow. This commitment to our people and our work is reflected in the industry and workplace awards MIL has received over the years.

• 2021 - 2024, Top Workplaces USA award (Energage)

• 2017 - 2025 Top Workplaces Award, Greater Washington Area (The Washington Post)

• 2018 - 2025 Certified Great Workplace, Great Place to Work

• 2021 - 2025, Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services

• 2021 Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials

• 2018 Fortune, Great Place to Work: Best Place to Work for Diversity

• 2017, 2020 - 2025 Top Workplace Award, South Carolina (Greenville Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly, and Charleston Business Magazine)

• 2025 Corporate Partnership Award, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Maryland Chapter

• 2025 Moxie Award, GovCon Category

• 2024 Patriot Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense

• 2022 Freedom Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense

• 2018, Above & Beyond Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense

If your goal is to help the federal government deploy leading technologies, improve financial management, or defend the nation in cyberspace, MIL welcomes you. Become a part of something greater, where you, the people, make the difference.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.