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Team Lead jobs in Washington, District of Columbia are in strong demand, concentrated in the Capitol Hill corridor, Downtown DC, and NoMa across federal contracting, technology, healthcare, and nonprofit management. Employers hiring right now include Celestar Corporation, Peraton, and Akima. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Summary
The MIL Corporation is looking for a Budget Analysis, Team Lead to support a Federal Government client in Rosslyn, VA area.
This position currently requires an on-site schedule. Schedule is subject to change based on company/contract requirements.
Responsibilities
- Research prior year submissions, contracts, mission critical expenditures, etc. and conduct variance analysis comparing current financial data
- Initiate data calls and facilitate meetings with respective Program Offices to confirm findings and establish new fiscal year requirements
- Develop metrics to present for leadership for review and begin drafting narratives and/or justifications
- Review submission guidance and attend office hours to ensure proper
- Coordinate spending review meetings to prepare financial/spending plans within each program office
- Assist in maintaining execution plans by reviewing, approving, and allocating funding for planned activities
- Run monthly GBI reports to reconcile planned vs expended
- Provide recommendations for realignment strategies, and justifications as needed
- Issue funding authorizations via SMART cable for medical expenses incurred by DOS USDH posted overseas and maintain obligation trackers
- Continuously work with software developers to improve financial planning and execution system
- Monitor and manage ULOs
- Create spreadsheets, charts, graphs, and reports used to illustrate technical reports for decision-making
- Review invoices, familiarize yourself with the IPP application
- Perform reconciliation tasks
- Directly supervises 2 or more employees
Travel
None
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of related work experience
- Knowledge of and skill in the use of computer-based programs for use in tracking and analyzing financial information
- Great attention to detail and ability to multi-task
- Ability to be flexible in a demanding work environment
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of Federal, Departmental and Bureau budgetary principles, concepts, regulations, practices and procedures to perform various assignments
Desired Qualifications
- State Department experience
- Federal budget execution experience
- Experience with Momentum
Education
BA/BS
Clearance
Secret
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 $125,000 - $134,000 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 Servicesâ„¢
- 2021 Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennialsâ„¢
- 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.
Summary
The MIL Corporation is looking for a Budget Analysis, Team Lead to support a Federal Government client in Rosslyn, VA area.
This position currently requires an on-site schedule. Schedule is subject to change based on company/contract requirements.
Responsibilities
- Research prior year submissions, contracts, mission critical expenditures, etc. and conduct variance analysis comparing current financial data
- Initiate data calls and facilitate meetings with respective Program Offices to confirm findings and establish new fiscal year requirements
- Develop metrics to present for leadership for review and begin drafting narratives and/or justifications
- Review submission guidance and attend office hours to ensure proper
- Coordinate spending review meetings to prepare financial/spending plans within each program office
- Assist in maintaining execution plans by reviewing, approving, and allocating funding for planned activities
- Run monthly GBI reports to reconcile planned vs expended
- Provide recommendations for realignment strategies, and justifications as needed
- Issue funding authorizations via SMART cable for medical expenses incurred by DOS USDH posted overseas and maintain obligation trackers
- Continuously work with software developers to improve financial planning and execution system
- Monitor and manage ULOs
- Create spreadsheets, charts, graphs, and reports used to illustrate technical reports for decision-making
- Review invoices, familiarize yourself with the IPP application
- Perform reconciliation tasks
- Directly supervises 2 or more employees
Travel
None
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of related work experience
- Knowledge of and skill in the use of computer-based programs for use in tracking and analyzing financial information
- Great attention to detail and ability to multi-task
- Ability to be flexible in a demanding work environment
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of Federal, Departmental and Bureau budgetary principles, concepts, regulations, practices and procedures to perform various assignments
Desired Qualifications
- State Department experience
- Federal budget execution experience
- Experience with Momentum
Education
BA/BS
Clearance
Secret
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 $125,000 - $134,000 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 Servicesâ„¢
- 2021 Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennialsâ„¢
- 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.
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How do I get a team lead job in Washington?
Washington's team lead market runs heavily through federal contractors, government agencies, large healthcare systems, and mission-driven nonprofits, so tailoring your application to those environments gives you a real edge. Neighborhoods like Foggy Bottom, Navy Yard, and Bethesda adjacent areas concentrate many of these employers. Candidates who can demonstrate cross-functional coordination, experience managing distributed teams, and familiarity with compliance-heavy environments tend to move fastest through hiring pipelines here.
Which companies hire team leads in Washington?
Washington team lead roles are posted by Celestar Corporation, Peraton, and Akima and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Washington's mix of government contractors, major health systems, technology firms, and advocacy organizations means team lead openings appear across a wide range of employer types and sizes.
Are there remote team lead jobs in Washington?
Yes, though availability depends heavily on the role: team leads overseeing physical operations or frontline staff are almost always on-site, while those managing analytical, policy, or software teams have more flexibility. About 20% of team lead openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. Technology and policy-focused roles within Washington's federal contractor sector tend to offer the most remote options.
How can I get a team lead job in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Washington is moving into a lead role from within a large federal contractor or healthcare system, where internal promotions to team lead are common for high-performing individual contributors. Look for senior associate, project coordinator, or shift supervisor titles at employers in Tysons Corner, Rockville, and the downtown DC corridor as stepping stones. Volunteering to lead projects within your current role and gaining any relevant certification in your industry strengthens a first-time application considerably.
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