What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program Analyst position at Bowhead?
Overview
Bowhead seeks an experienced Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program Analyst to support PMA 263. Position is hybrid and requires the individual to live within 50 miles of NAS Patuxent River, MD 20670.
Responsibilities
Supports the efforts and actions of the Case Manager/Program Managers/Team Lead for various Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs. With other members of the Security Cooperation team, and under direction of the Case Manager/Program Manager/Team Lead, assists the Case Manager 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.
Tasking includes but is not limited to
- Manage and track multiple FMS cases, ensuring compliance with US Government regulations (e.g., Arms Export Control Act, International Traffic in Arms Regulations - ITAR).
- Monitor case progress, identify potential risks and delays, and develop mitigation strategies.
- Prepare and maintain case documentation, including Letters of Request (LORs), Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs), amendments, and other required forms.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., engineering, logistics, procurement) to ensure timely and accurate execution of FMS cases.
- Support the development and review of Statements of Work (SOWs) and other technical/contract documentation.
- Develop and maintain databases and tracking systems to monitor FMS case status and performance.
- Prepare regular reports for management and stakeholders on case progress, financial performance, and potential risks.
- Analyze FMS data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and potential areas of concern.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) with 3–10 years of relevant experience performing the taskings outlined above.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a record of developing effective solutions to complex issues.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrated through collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with the ability to create professional documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
- Capable of working independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Skilled in managing multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
- Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
- Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
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