Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Technical Analyst

Description

Location: NAS Patuxent River, MD

Security Clearance Requirement: Secret

Telework Eligible? No

As the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Technical Analyst, you will provide operator expertise and technical oversight in support of FMS upgrades and sustainment for the P-8A program. This role is critical to ensuring successful execution of international cases by bridging operational knowledge with technical, programmatic, and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development of FMS configuration and safety management plans through participation in technical interchanges, working groups, Change Review Boards, Configuration Control Boards, and risk management activities.
• Contribute to the creation and review of technical documentation, including Statements of Work, specifications, CDRLs, schedules, and financial documents to enable effective case execution.
• Prepare and deliver program briefings; provide on-site and travel support for meetings, working groups, and reviews.
• Assist in milestone decision reviews, coordinate technical documentation, and ensure timely approval and tracking on behalf of program leadership.
• Serve as a liaison between NAVAIR, engineers, Trusted Agents (TAs), Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and foreign customers to facilitate communication and technical data exchange.
• This position will require up to 20% travel; must have an active U.S. Passport.

The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline; in lieu of degree, at least five (5) years of operational P-8A experience with a strong understanding of P-8A flight characteristics.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NAVAIR processes, competencies, and technical communication protocols.
• Experience managing and coordinating technical responses to foreign partners regarding P-8A data and documentation.
• Must have knowledge of P-8 Mission Systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project); MS Project experience preferred.

Equally Important:

• You are able to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• You possess professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• You take a proactive approach to your work and you're able to accomplish tasks with limited guidance and supervision.
• You have demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Your organizational skills allow you to manage competing priorities.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

• The estimated salary range for this position will be $100,000 - $140,000 annually, based on an individual's level of experience and skill set. It is our goal at ASEC to provide equitable compensation to all employees.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful work and a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We are a 100% employee-owned business focused on providing value and innovation in the areas of engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. We believe in doing what is right for the Warfighter, plain and simple. We encourage you to explore what makes us different, visit our website now!

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned. Learn more about our ESOP plan here!
• Comprehensive benefits package (11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA/FSA, disability insurance, and more!)
• 401K match
• Tuition assistance (undergraduate and graduate)
• Veteran friendly
• Thriving employee culture
• Employee discount program

We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote the most qualified persons for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law. ASEC will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they choose to inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant.