We are seeking a dedicated Data Analyst to work with metrics associated with measuring the outcome of student learning objectives to drive continuous improvement in curriculum design & development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analyzing data, validation metrics, and quality assurance. Familiarity with ISO standards and prior experience with the Department of Energy is highly preferred. The Data Analyst will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our operations align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Applies a wide range of quantitative and qualitative principles and methods, as well as descriptive analytics to analyze, document, and as needed, present historical trends and program information.
• Analyzes data patterns; identifies anomalies; and brings them to the attention of the Program lead.
• Collects data and using standard statistical techniques, prepares summaries and/or findings which document trends and/or data relationships.
• Establishes and maintains a standardized method for the collection and storage of data records.
• Uses Structured Query Language (SQL) and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) programming in addition to Microsoft Access, Excel, Google Sheets, and/or other analytic tools to retrieve data.
• Uses data visualization tools to design and present information that is visually consistent.
• Evaluates business systems and processes to capture and document findings used to improve data accuracy and business system effectiveness.
•  Extracts, reviews, and validates standard data to support and make recommendations for improvements for performance measures that impact the NSTP Program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in a related field. Master's degree preferred.

Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role.

Strong familiarity with ISO standards.

Strong understanding of quality assurance processes.

Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Possess or ability to obtain a security clearance.

The ability to obtain Specialized Compartmentalized Information (SCI) access authorization.

The candidate’s written consent to conduct a background check for the purposes of obtaining a security clearance may be required as a condition of employment. 

Certain positions requiring a security clearance may require the periodic successful completion of a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Prior experience with the Department of Energy is highly preferred.

Proven track record in assessing training programs and implementing validation metrics.

LOCATION: This is a full-time onsite position in Albuquerque, NM.

SALARY: Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Benefits MELE Offers
· Employer-paid employee Medical, Dental and Vision Care.
· Low-Cost Family Health Care offered.
· Federal Holidays and three (3) weeks’ vacation
· 401(k) with Employer Match
· Cross-training opportunities
About MELE Associates, Inc.
With over 250 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran-owned (VOSB), minority-owned small business empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include national security, intelligence, law enforcement and emergency response training, IT/cybersecurity, facility management and engineering, CBRNE defense and nuclear security, and mission and program support.
MELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.