Management Analyst (MELA), Senior - TS/SCI

OBXtek Inc.•Pentagon/WDC, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

OBXtek is currently staffing for a Management Analyst who will support the Munitions Export License Application (MELA) office. The MELA office manages Air Force acquisition munitions, export applications and applicable regulatory information to facilitate/support reviews and recommendations on the control of critical technology. The office also helps to develop export policies that meet all the US and International laws and treaties. This position supports the Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition (SAF/AQ) on the Staffing and Technical Acquisition Services Support II (STAQSS II) contract. This position is onsite at the Pentagon 5 days per week.

Requirements

Active Top Secret clearance, SCI eligibility
Strong understanding of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
10 years of experience in defense acquisitions planning, or interpreting & implementing federal export regulations (ITAR, EAR).
Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or relevant technical discipline.
Strong writing and analysis capabilities.
Proficient in computer-based communication/office IT tools especially including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Power Point, Excel), SharePoint, TEAMS; Adobe (both reader and Pro)
Demonstrated ability to learn new software and IT tools as needed in a timely manner.
Proficient in public speaking: capable of delivering briefs, speaking in meetings in person and online, and giving presentations.

Nice To Haves

12 years of relevant work experience may be substituted for a MA/MS degree.
BA/BS degree plus 8 years of relevant work experience may be substituted for a MA/MS degree.

Responsibilities

Analyzing and assessing potential export agreements to prevent international transfer of U.S. military technology when such transfer is not in the best interests of the U.S.
Maintaining current information on U.S. and international policies, treaties, laws, etc., on the control of missile technology and related weapon delivery systems.
Developing and maintaining a database of Air Force export applications and applicable regulatory information to facilitate/support reviews and recommendations. Offices of Defense Cooperation (ODC) will provide the database maintenance and/or updates for the government.
Researching, analyzing, and providing draft recommendations on each MELA case and conduct export-related issue and policy studies.
Recommending export policies and actions that enhance the security of Air Force systems and programs.
Reviewing, analyzing, and providing recommendations on international technology transfer issues and policy to include such specialized topics as manufacturing technology, industrial espionage, country-to-country agreements, and national security.
Monitoring and reporting on foreign disclosure limitations and FMS/NATO-related issues.
Any other tasks closely associated with the performance of duties list above and as coordinated with the COR