Experienced Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program Analysts-(Hybrid Telework)

Serco; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Flexible work arrangements

Generous vacation and sick leave

Parental leave benefits

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking an Experienced Foreign Military Sales Program Analyst to provide support for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Program Office. Responsibilities include assisting with international integration, supporting U.S. Government Program Managers, and developing agreements with partner countries. Applicants should possess a Master’s degree, recent experience in acquisition programs, and an active Secret clearance. This role includes hybrid telework options and requires onsite availability in Arlington, VA for part of the week.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in international acquisition programs.
• 5+ years in DoD aircraft acquisition or 10+ years of operational aircraft experience.
• Active Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in FMS integration for partner countries.
• Support US Government Program Managers.
• Coordinate international agreements and reviews.

Skills

International acquisition experience

DoD aircraft acquisition knowledge

Program management skills

Security Assistance/Security Cooperation knowledge

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Experienced Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program Analyst – Hybrid Telework

Serco is excited to bring an experienced analyst to support the F‑35 Joint Strike Fighter Program Office. The role provides program management support across the full acquisition lifecycle, including development, production, and sustainment, and serves as the focal point for all F‑35 fleet users, U.S. services, international partners, and foreign military sales programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in international integration and support for partner and FMS customer countries, including managing LOAs and supporting national deputies and service deputies.
• Support U.S. Government Program Managers in leading and reviewing program activities and ensuring each program remains on track.
• Collaborate with New Business teams to provide F‑35 information to potential customers and help build LOAs for aircraft acquisition.
• Develop, negotiate, and implement international agreements such as MOUs and LOAs, coordinating reviews and approvals.
• Serve as a cross‑PMO coordination focal point for ID country requirements, PMR action items, and non‑U.S. development, sustainment, and production challenges.
• Coordinate with U.S. agencies on programmatic or policy matters pertaining to F‑35 cooperative and FMS programs.
• Maintain open communication and maximum transparency with industry and international ministries of defense through partner deputies and FMS foreign liaison officers.

Qualifications

• Onsite support at Crystal City, Arlington, VA (F‑35 Joint Program Office) for at least 3 days per week, coordinated with supervisors.
• Active Secret clearance.
• Five (5) years of recent experience related to international acquisition programs.
• Five (5) years of experience in DoD aircraft acquisition or at least ten (10) years of aircraft operational experience.
• Master’s degree in a related field (or bachelor's degree plus an additional four years of experience in international acquisition programs).
• Experience with defense acquisition program management, DoDI 5000.2, DODD 5530.03, and IC in AT&L Handbook.
• Demonstrated knowledge of system acquisition principles, policies, and practices for planning, organizing, and coordinating development, production, deployment, and sustainment.
• Experience with Security Assistance/Security Cooperation programs and the FMS sales process per SAMM and DoD 5105.38-MX.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Salary Range

Estimated salary range: $100,000 - $200,000.

Additional Desired Skills

• Experience creating products and working in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. With 9,000+ employees across 100+ sites, Serco supports defense, citizen services, and transportation clients worldwide.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, flexible work arrangements where permitted
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life and disability coverage
• Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, etc.
• Parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan