Journeyman Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Analyst

EXPANSIA; Leonardtown (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

EXPANSIA, as part of the Aether Aerospace platform, seeks a Journeyman FMS Analyst to support casework and coordination across multiple DoD programs. Immediate start in Patuxent River, MD, with a focus on analysis, compliance, and program execution.

The role requires a Secret clearance, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, and 3–10 years of FMS exposure. You will help ensure proper governance under ITAR and SAMM guidelines while collaborating with Program Managers and Case Managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) required, 3–10 years of FMS analysis experience.
• Active Secret Clearance required.
• Knowledge of FMS laws, ITAR, and DoD policy guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis and management of all aspects of FMS casework.
• Assist Case Managers, Program Managers, and Team Leads in coordinating FMS activities.
• Review and analyze case information to aid program decisions.
• Coordinate with Security Cooperation team members on assigned FMS programs.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

Independent work

FMS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree alternative

High school diploma with experience

Job description

OVERVIEW

Start Date: Immediate JHNA, CTSi, and EXPANSIA have come together to form a Defense Technology platform named Aether Aerospace focused on delivering high-impact technologies, technology-enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domain expertise across Army, Navy, and Air Force and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities. The combined organization operates as a multi-entity aerospace and defense technology and tech-enabled services and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation.

Full-time/Permanent Employee Location: Patuxent River, MDAether Aerospace is currently seeking a Journeyman Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Analyst/Management Analyst to support Case Managers, Program Managers, and Team Leads across various FMS programs. As a member of the Security Cooperation team, this individual will independently perform assigned functional duties under the overall direction of program leadership.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the analysis and management of all aspects of FMS casework.
• Assist Case Managers, Program Managers, and Team Leads in coordinating FMS program activities and actions.
• Review and analyze case information to support program execution and management decisions.
• Coordinate with Security Cooperation team members to support assigned FMS programs.
• Perform assigned duties in accordance with the Arms Export Control Act, Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and applicable Department of Defense acquisition policy guidance.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Clearance: Active Secret Clearance
• Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor's degree and 3-10 years of experience in the analysis and management of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) casework are required. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an Associate's degree with two additional years of relevant experience, or a high school diploma with four additional years of relevant experience performing the duties outlined in this job description, may be substituted.
• Ability to perform assigned functional duties independently.
• Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and policy guidance applicable to FMS case management.

$65,000 - $80,000 a year

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.