AMELA S149- Management Analyst (MELA) - Secret

Nationwide IT Services•Arlington, VA

44d•$130,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking a Management Analyst, Senior, specializing in munitions export license applications, to support the Munitions Export License Application (MELA) team under the Staffing and Technical Acquisition Services Support II (STAQSS II) prime contract for Headquarters Air Force. This role involves evaluating export license applications, commodity jurisdiction requests, and voluntary disclosures, and preparing recommended responses for the Air Force to provide to DoD’s Defense Technology Security Administration (DTSA). The analyst will play a crucial role in ensuring the security of Air Force systems and programs by analyzing potential export agreements and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant policies and regulations.

Requirements

Active Secret Clearance
Master’s degree in any discipline.
A total of 10 years of experience with the tasks above in a System Program Office and/or Air Force Headquarters or other relevant organization or industry.
Must have International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Munitions Export License Application (MELA) experience.
Must be proficient in all computer-based communication/office IT tools, to include: Microsoft (MS) Office Suite – Word, Power Point, SharePoint, Excel, TEAMS; Adobe (both reader and Pro).
Must have the ability to learn new software/office IT tools as needed in a timely manner.
Must be proficient in public speaking: capable of delivering briefs, speaking in meetings in person and online, and giving presentations.

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.
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.
Performing any other tasks closely associated with the performance of duties listed above and as coordinated with the COR.