Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Analyst - Logistics Analyst II | Active Secret Clearance

About ADV

Advanced Decision Vectors, LLC (ADV), established in 2009, provides superior program management, program support, strategic planning, and systems engineering to the Federal and Commercial sectors. Located in Alexandria, Virginia, ADV is a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) contractor that has roots established in the Department of Defense and support agencies. At ADV, our company values are Integrity, Distinction, Experience and Achievement .

Position Overview

ADV is seeking a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Analyst – Logistics Analyst II to support Logistics and Program Management Support Services for the Defense Security Cooperation Agency’s (DSCA) International Operations Global Execution Division (OPS/GEX) .

This office is directly involved in executing Security Cooperation programs, and a large portion of DSCA execution activities involve Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases and partner-nation coordination .

This is not a commercial logistics, supply chain, transportation, or warehouse position .

ADV was awarded as the prime contractor supporting this effort through 2029 .

This position is hybrid, with approximately three days per week in the DSCA office in Arlington, Virginia, and two days per week remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and DoD Security Cooperation program activities within DSCA OPS/GEX.
• Support FMS case activities, including coordination and tracking of case-related actions and documentation.
• Track the status of documents, actions, milestones, and suspenses and follow up with action officials to support timely completion.
• Provide status updates and feedback to management as necessary.
• Coordinate with stakeholders throughout the Security Cooperation community , including DSCA, Combatant Commands, Security Cooperation Organizations (SCOs), and related organizations.
• Support activities involving FMS processes, Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs), and international defense program coordination .
• Prepare and coordinate correspondence and staff products using DoD/military-style writing conventions , including letters, memorandums, coordination sheets, background papers, talking papers, information papers, read-aheads, and staff briefing sheets.
• Provide program management, analysis, and coordination support in support of DSCA mission requirements.
• Utilize applicable Security Cooperation systems, tools, and resources in support of program and case activities.

Required Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of experience supporting DoD Security Cooper ation, Foreign Military Sales, international programs, or related policy/program coordination activities .
• Bachelor’s degree in business or another related field from an accredited institution.
• Active Secret security clearanc e.
• Demonstrated experience working within the Security Cooperation community , including DSCA, Combatant Commands, SCOs, or related organizations.
• Knowledge of Foreign Military Sales processes and Security Cooperation policies and procedures .
• Experience tracking documents, actions, and suspenses and coordinating follow-up with action officials to meet established deadlines.
• Experience with DoD/military-style writing conventions and demonstrated ability to prepare clear, concise, and properly structured professional correspondence, staff packages, reports, briefing materials, and other official staff products.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using the Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS) .
• Working knowledge of the Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM) and its application to Security Cooperation and FMS activities.
• Experience using CATMS for task, correspondence, and suspense management.
• Experience with Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) and associated FMS documentation.
• Experience supporting FMS case development, coordination, execution, or case management activities .
• Experience supporting international defense programs and/or partner-nation coordination.
• Previous experience supporting DSCA or the broader DoD Security Cooperation enterprise .

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience supporting Foreign Military Sales and Security Cooperation programs and understands how FMS actions, documentation, coordination requirements, and suspenses move through the DoD Security Cooperation environment.

Candidates with experience involving DSCA, FMS, LOAs, DSAMS, SAMM, CATMS, Security Cooperation Organizations, Combatant Commands, and partner-nation coordination are strongly encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

Advanced Decision Vectors offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package reflecting our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Personal and family sick time and company-paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Personal development and learning opportunities
• Skills development and certifications
• Employee referral program
• Corporate-sponsored events and community outreach

ADV is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and value differences that make us stronger.