SENIOR FOREIGN MILITARY SALES (FMS) ANALYST

Overview:

Quantum Research International, Inc. (Quantum) provides our national defense and federal civilian and industry customers with services and products in the following main areas: 1) Cybersecurity and Information Operations; 2) Space Operations and Control; 3) Aviation Systems; 4) Ground, Air and Missile Defense, and Fires Support Systems; 5) Intelligence Programs Support; 6) Experimentation and Test; 7) Program Management; and (8) Audio/Visual Technology Applications. Quantum's Corporate Office is located in Huntsville, AL, but Quantum actively hires for positions nationwide and internationally. We pride ourselves on providing high quality support to the U.S. Government and our Nation's Warfighters. In addition to our corporate office, we have physical locations in Colorado Springs, CO; Crestview, FL; Orlando , FL and Tupelo, MS.

Mission:

Quantum is seeking a Senior Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Analyst to provide technical analysis support for the acquisition planning, controlling and organizing of multiple FMS Programs managed by a US Army Program Directorate. They will monitor and analyze activities throughout all phases of the program life cycle from initiation to close-out to include requirements generation, design, test, production, fielding and operation. The position requires knowledge of the Defense Acquisition System and demonstrated skills in managing cost, schedule, and performance in a program office; product life cycle management; project team management; and preparing acquisition and contracting documents. Taskings will include support of current and future international program efforts to include monitoring, reviewing, analyzing and coordination of security assistance issues concerning DoD and non-DoD agencies.

Responsibilities:

• Process Security Assistance Management Directorate's (SAMD) Staff Action Control Officer (SACO) tasking management along with tasking and coordination between PAE Fires PMOs and AMCOM SAMD Teams & employees.
• This role requires extensive experience in program analysis, evaluation, logistics and security assistance, with a focus on improving and managing the FMS process lifecycle. Additional responsibilities include:
• Conduct substantive evaluations and assist in the development of the Integrated Master Schedule, Integrated Management Plan, Engineering Change Proposals, Contract Data Requirements List, Contract Work Breakdown Structure and Prime Item Development Specifications.
• Provide support and expertise in developing recommendations to strategic plans, risk management strategies and reviews; prepare and complete action plans and identify trends
• Support work environment with multiple quick turn taskings with senior-level analysis and critical thinking to minimize need for iterative follow-up discussions with customers
• Lead the drafting and development of letters, memoranda, program briefings, and point papers
• Manage and coordinate inquiries and provide recommendations for senior officials' approval and disposition
• Track the implementation of corrective actions and milestone accomplishments and evaluate progress on a continuing basis. Assist in maintaining and managing the program budget and integrated master schedule
• Conduct research into project-related issues to ensure compliance with guidelines as outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulations and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations
• Track project milestones and deliverables and conduct project after action reviews to identify areas for internal improvement
• Review and assist in the development of Statement of Work, contract development and technical evaluations, briefings, and general support.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, 12+ years of experience in FMS related to acquisition, life cycle management, analysis, and planning.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience in logistics support is highly desired. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other data analysis tools.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.