Independent Verification and Validation Program Analyst - Level Security Clearance

Position: Independent Verification and Validation Program Analyst - Level with Security Clearance
CPT is seeking an Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) Program Analyst — Level III to support the Gun Weapon Systems Division (E30) at NSWC Dahlgren. This role directly supports U.S. Navy gun weapon system development, evaluation, and sustainment programs in a collaborative, mission-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities
* Perform Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) of program plans, requirements, and technical documentation for E30 Gun Weapon Systems programs.

* Review and validate program data, schedules, cost estimates, and technical deliverables against established requirements and standards.

* Identify discrepancies, risks, and deficiencies and prepare formal IV&V findings reports for government review.

* Analyze proposed changes to requirements or program baseline and assess impacts on schedule, cost, and performance.

* Develop and maintain IV&V plans, procedures, and metrics in support of program oversight activities.

* Coordinate with program management and engineering teams to track the resolution of IV&V findings. Requirements
* 5–8 years of experience in program analysis, systems engineering, or IV&V activities.

* Demonstrated experience conducting independent assessments of program documentation and technical deliverables.

* Familiarity with verification and validation methodologies applicable to defense acquisition programs.

* Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

* Active Secret clearance required.
Desired Skills & Experience
* Experience with IV&V activities supporting Navy or DoD weapon systems programs.

* Familiarity with MIL-STD or DoD systems engineering standards.

* Experience at NSWC Dahlgren or a comparable naval warfare center.