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Job Title: Principal Program Analyst
Company Name: General Dynamics IT
Location: Arlington, VA
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 04/21/2026
Expire Date: 05/21/2026
Job Categories: Engineering, Information Technology
Job Description
Principal Program Analyst

GDIT is seeking a Principal Program Analyst to help support our JSP ETM-NG contract in Arlington, VA. This is a HYBRID position.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

  • Prepare monthly financial reports and analyze against budgets and financial metrics

  • Proactively monitor budgets at a detailed level and communicate findings and trends with your manager

  • Lead monthly meetings with budget owners under your purview

  • Collaborate with budget owners to build forecasts aligned with financial targets and operational needs

  • Prepare adjusting entries on a regular and ad hoc basis to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, as well as government regulations such as CAS, FAR, and DFARS

  • Prepare detailed labor reports for select groups to equip leaders in the management of key financial metrics

  • Work with Oracle, OBIEE and SC360 systems

  • Communicate with senior-level management

  • Participate in special projects and ad hoc requests as requested

  • May provide guidance and work leadership to less experienced analysts and may have supervisory responsibilities

  • May serve as a mentor to less experienced analysts

  • May serve as team or task lead. (Not a people manager)

  • Advanced Excel Skill level, especially in pivot tables and formulas


WHAT YOULL NEED TO SUCCEED - REQUIRED:
Bring your program analyst expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Principal Program Analyst must have:
Security Clearance Level: Active Secret clearance
Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree
Year's Experience: 8+ year's experience
Technical Skills:

  • Experience with financial analysis software and tools - Oracle and OBIEE

  • Experience developing and managing budgets

  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and complex formulas

  • Understanding of key financial metrics and ratios

Skills & Abilities:

Effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to work independently, with team members, and cross-functional teams
Capable of performing detail-oriented analysis within the context of larger program and mission objectives
Ability to prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines

Location: Hybrid

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in program management at GDIT and youll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.

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Company Name: General Dynamics IT
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