Junior Project Analyst (5503)

SMX is seeking a people-oriented, detail-driven

Junior Project Analyst to support execution on a GSA AAS professional services contract. This role centers on Travel Authorization Requests (TARs) and Requests to Initiate Purchase (RIPs) and serves as a coordination and communication bridge between portfolio leadership, internal teams, subcontractors, and government representatives.

The Project Analyst works closely with the Portfolio Lead, project managers, contracts, finance and GSA to ensure project actions are initiated accurately, tracked consistently, and documented in accordance with contract and internal processes. This is a remote position supporting a distributed program team in various time zones. This is a hybrid position supporting the local Fort Bragg customer as well as a distributed program team in various time zones.

Responsibilities:

• TAR (Travel Authorization Request) Support
• Initiate, track, and maintain Travel Authorization Requests (TARs) in accordance with contract and company policies
• Coordinate with project staff, subcontractors, and internal teams to gather required travel details
• Communicate travel approval status, policy constraints, and next steps clearly and professionally
• RIP (Request to Initiate Purchase) Support
• Prepare and submit Requests to Initiate Purchase (RIPs) for labor, materials, or services
• Coordinate with subcontractors and internal procurement teams to ensure requests are complete and compliant
• Track RIP status through approval and execution, following up to resolution
• Subcontracts/Vendor Communication & Coordination
• Serve as a coordination point for subcontractor representatives on administrative and process-related matters
• Explain SMX and GSA AAS processes, requirements, and timelines in a clear, approachable manner
• Build productive working relationships that reduce friction and prevent delays
• Project & Administrative Support
• Maintain trackers, logs, and shared documentation repositories
• Capture action items, deadlines, and follow-ups from meetings and communications
• Support weekly and monthly reporting with accurate, well-organized inputs
• Process Adherence & Improvement
• Apply standardized checklists, templates, and workflows consistently
• Identify recurring issues or points of confusion and elevate them to the Portfolio Lead
• Support continuous improvement by helping stakeholders understand and follow established processes

Requirements:

• Must have interim Secret clearance at start date (SMX to sponsor TS/SCI)
• 2+ years of experience in administrative, operations, logistics, or project support roles
• Demonstrated experience coordinating requests, approvals, and follow-up actions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain processes and policies clearly
• Proven ability to work with a wide range of personalities and stakeholders
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word for trackers and documentation
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Ability to travel up to 15%
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
• High School diploma
• Desired: Associate’s degree in a relevant field preferred
• Canva experience
• Event planning and coordination for groups of 10-200.
• Experience working with subcontractors or external partners
• Familiarity with government or regulated environments
• Experience supporting travel coordination or purchase request workflows
• Background in customer-facing, coordination-heavy roles
• Experience or current relationships with Special Operations Forces community
• Application Deadline: November 30, 2026
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• The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
• The proposed salary for this position is: $50,000 — $60,000 USD
• At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
• We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
• SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
• Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
• SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).