Junior Weapon Systems Manager — FMS & Analysis

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead seeks a Junior Weapon Systems Manager (WSM) to support the CECOM Security Assistance Management Directorate (SAMD). This role may include select Program Analyst responsibilities alongside managing a small FMS WSM caseload from initial request through sustainment.

The position thrives in a fast‑paced environment, works independently, and contributes to global security assistance and warfighter support. Strong Excel and DoD experience are valued assets for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 0–5+ years of professional experience in a related field.
• Experience working with multiple database systems.
• Prior DoD experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide program analysis support to senior Weapon Systems Managers (WSMs) in support of FMS cases.
• Maintain accurate records, trackers, taskers, and internal databases to support case visibility and execution.
• Pull reports and supporting data from DoD and FMS systems/databases.
• Update and maintain Excel spreadsheets and reporting tools used for management reporting and metrics.
• Verify the accuracy of reporting information and identify missing or incorrect data.
• Initiate, track, and resolve reporting discrepancies and coordinate corrections with stakeholders.
• Track changes to FMS cases and summarize significant activities for leadership and management reports.
• Compile and organize source documentation to support case execution and audit readiness.
• Provide backup assistance for report generation, data input, and team workload coverage as required.
• Manage assigned FMS cases from “cradle to grave,” supporting planning, execution, and sustainment activities.
• Organize research of foreign government requirements and assist in defining supportability needs.
• Conduct technical reviews and analysis for Letters of Request (LOR) and case development actions.
• Support preparation of Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOA), including identifying material, services, shipping requirements, and estimating system life‑cycle costs.
• Develop and maintain unique case notes, documentation, and planning artifacts to support program continuity.
• Coordinate Total Package Approach (TPA) planning and ensure TPA sheets are accurate and utilized in case development.
• Assist with manpower calculations and support requirements planning for FMS cases.
• Receive, process, track, and monitor requisitions and logistics actions tied to case execution.
• Forecast and track congressional notification requirements as applicable to assigned cases.
• Support logistics program activities including purchases, transfers, and leases of weapon systems and technical documentation.
• Vet requested equipment release in accordance with technology security and transfer requirements, export controls, disclosure guidance, and system‑specific release restrictions.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external agencies, subcontractors, and field service personnel to resolve logistics issues and support timely case execution.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Position may include travel, including OCONUS.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

DoD experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Database systems

Job description

Bowhead seeks a Junior Weapon Systems Manager (WSM) to support the CECOM Security Assistance Management Directorate (SAMD). This role may include select Program Analyst responsibilities alongside managing a small FMS WSM caseload from initial request through sustainment.

The position thrives in a fast‑paced environment, works independently, and contributes to global security assistance and warfighter support. Strong Excel and DoD experience are valued assets for success.