AMELA S149- Management Analyst (MELA) - Secret

Nationwide IT Services, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

PTO (sick/vacation)

Commuter benefits

Educational reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking a Senior Management Analyst (munitions export license applications specialist) to support the MELA team under the STAQSS II contract for the Air Force. The role focuses on evaluating export license applications, commodity jurisdiction requests, and disclosures, and preparing recommended responses for the Air Force to DTSA.

The position requires a Secret clearance, a Master’s degree, and 10 years of relevant experience in THE domain, with strong ITAR/MELA

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance required.
• Master’s degree in any discipline.
• 10 years of experience with export license applications or in a System Program Office/Air Force HQ.
• ITAR and MELA experience required.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, TEAMS) and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Ability to deliver presentations and briefs publicly.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and assess export agreements to prevent unauthorized transfer of U.S. military tech.
• Maintain current information on U.S./international policies related to missile tech control.
• Develop and maintain a database of export applications and regulatory information.
• Research and draft recommendations on MELA cases and export-related policy studies.
• Recommend export policies to enhance Air Force security.
• Review international technology transfer issues and related policy.

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Excel

TEAMS

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job description

Location & Clearance

5 Days Onsite at Pentagon Secret Clearance

Position Overview

Nationwide IT Services, NIS, is supporting the Staffing & Technical Acquisition Services Support II (STAQSS II) prime contract for the Headquarters Air Force. We have an opportunity for a Management Analyst, Senior (munitions export license applications specialist), who will support the Munitions Export License Application (MELA) team, which evaluates export license applications, commodity jurisdiction requests, and voluntary disclosures, and which prepares recommended responses for the Air Force to provide to DoD’s Defense Technology Security Administration (DTSA).

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.

Qualifications

• 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 allcomputer-based communication/office IT tools, to include the following: 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.

Work Experience Substitutions

• 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.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move or traverse throughout a large, secure facility and between multiple work areas
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists and fingers
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer

About Nationwide IT Services

NIS is an IT and Management consulting company, is a CVE-verified Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business. Our mission is to deliver value‑added services to our customers, leveraging technology, people, and industry best practices to implement innovative solutions through our trusted employees and team members.

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, paid holidays, PTO (sick/vacation), commuter benefits, employee assistance program (EAP) and educational reimbursement along with Pet Insurance.

Nationwide IT Services, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, disability or protected veteran status.We provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable law.

Salary

Salary range $130,000 to $160,000 annually
The salary range is a general guideline. We consider several factors when determining base salary offers, including the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's experience, education, and skills, and current market conditions.