Program Office FMS Lead

Arenatechnologies; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a senior professional to provide full-time support to a PAPM in the Integrated Warfare Systems Group. You will coordinate with SMEs across government and industry, focusing on Foreign Military Sales, Technology Transfer, and Releasability.

A hybrid work arrangement near the Washington Navy Yard is acceptable, with travel as needed. The role requires a STEM degree, 10+ years in DoD engineering or programmatic support, and eligibility for a SECRET

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or similar field.
• 10+ years of relevant DoD engineering or programmatic support experience.
• Eligibility for DOD SECRET security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-time overarching support to a senior Program Assistant Program Manager (PAPM) in PEO IWS of Foreign Military Sales, Technology Transfer, and Releasability.
• Work with technical SMEs across government and industry to coordinate FMS activities and data analysis.
• Lead analysis and management of FMS casework in accordance with ITAR, SAMM, and DoD policy guidance; support SETR and IA processes.

Skills

FMS liaison

SME communication

Technical program support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producingResults that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

Comprising more than 130 personnel, the Integrated Warfare Systems Group (IWSG) delivers expertise across program and project management, acquisition and contracting, systems and digital engineering, software development, test and evaluation, sustainment and life‑cycle management, cybersecurity, international/Foreign Military Sales, strategic communications, and IT services. These capabilities support more than 100 Above Water Sensor, Undersea, and Combat System programs and projects within the Navy’s Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Mission Systems, Maritime and Munitions, as well as clients at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, and the Office of Naval Research. #FC #Dice

Responsibilities

You will provide full-time overarching support to a senior Program Assistant Program Manager (PAPM) in PEO IWS of Foreign Military Sales, Technology Transfer, and Releasability. The candidate will primarily provide technical and programmatic services and must have ability to understand and communicate effectively with technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across all levels of government and industry, PAPMs, and Assistant Program Managers (APMs). A hybrid work environment is acceptable, however you must have the ability to work in the vicinity of the Washington Navy Yard more than 50% of the time and travel ~5% of the time.

You will work alongside programmatic and technical experts within PEO IWS program office to provide FMS liaison support, coordinating closely with stakeholders from various organized combat systems and ship platforms. You will participate in FMS activities and system uses by combat systems and ship platforms planning, scheduling, readiness reviews, data analysis and reporting activities. You will lead and assist in analyzing and managing all aspects of FMS casework in accordance with the Arms Export Control Act, the Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM), and the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), as well as applicable DoD Acquisition policy guidance. You will also be expected to provide analysis and preparation of data and documentation for foreign partners, including MOU/MOAs, TTSARB support, data exchange agreements and disclosure reviews, and participation in and support for Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) and Information Assurance (IA) processes.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or similar field
• 10+ years of relevant work experience, particularly in the area of DoD engineering or programmatic support, Foreign Military Sales, Technology Transfer, and Information Releasability
• Possess or meet eligibility for DOD SECRET security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant Program Office experience
• Master's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or similar field

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Washington, DC, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $100,000.00/Yr. - USD $140,000.00/Yr.