AMEWAS, Inc., is a Department of Defense (DoD) Contractor supporting our Federal customers nationwide. We are headquartered in California, Maryland with satellite offices in Orlando, Florida and San Diego, California.

At AMEWAS, Inc., you will find a community where people bond around shared values, feel valued and have a voice in decisions that affect them. Our employees achieve success through continuous learning and high performance; they are constantly recognized by our customers and peers. Join us to find out why.

The position:
AMEWAS, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and talented Senior Project Analyst, JSE M&S test and accreditation to support Advanced Aircraft Research, Development, Test & Evaluation. This position is classified as AMEWAS labor category Management Analyst.

About the location: :
Patuxent River, Maryland #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers (California-Lexington Park, Maryland). To learn more about our surrounding location, please visit: Visit St. Mary’s.

A typical day as a Senior Project Analyst, JSE M&S Test and Accreditation may include:

• Provides technical and analytical support during the planning, documentation and execution of all F-35 JSE development and integration activities
• Leads activities for system test, evaluation, verification, and validation to support accreditation requirements.
• Provides technical and analytical support for T&E and Verification, Validation and Accreditation (VV&A) requirements identification and management.
• Coordinates, conducts, and participates in technical and planning meetings to facilitate collaboration across JSE Enterprise and operational user groups to identify and define T&E and VV&A approaches.
• Collaborate M&S accreditation authorities to identify and document requirement and establish approaches.
• Provides reach-back to Subject Matter Experts from the M&S and T&E competency based on JSE team needs and gaps in knowledge or expertise.
• Assists in coordinating JSE team activities which include Subject Matter Experts (SME) responsible for JSE development, weapon model development, threat model development, red and blue air model development, M&S environment development to establish T&E requirements and Verification and Validation (V&V) methods in support of accreditation.
• Provides technical and analytical support to the JSE IPT program management team, during the planning, documentation and execution of T&E and VV&A activities.
• Collaborate across the JSE Enterprise, operational user groups, and accreditation authorities to identify and develop methods, processes, and procedures to meet JSE T&E and VV&A requirements.
• Supports the JSE IPT program management team with development of program roadmaps and schedules.
• Works closely with development and integration engineers across the JSE Enterprise to ensure successful integration of the F-35 IAB with the JSE.
• Maintain insight into contractor's plans, schedules, and methods of execution for M&S activities for F-35 ownship , air, threat, and environmental model accreditation and V&V approaches.
• Coordinate with IPT functional lead for contracts to develop program plan for contract actions necessary to initiate/sustain technical work, including development of statement of work and review Basis of Estimates (BOEs), and provides technical input to assist the JSE Lead in negotiating cost of contractor support.
• Coordinates with Lead Engineer/System Engineers in support of Government Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR) of JSE development and readiness for test and operations.
• Identifies and manages technical issues, risks, and opportunities and provides guidance and input to JSE IPT program management team.
• Provides technical input to develop roadmaps and program schedules, and the alignment of technical activities within and outside the JSE Enterprise that enables activities.
• Assists the IPT Lead and Lead SE develop contracting strategies and finance plans in support of technical activities.
• Assists in organizing and actively participates in working groups, panels and teams, etc.

Must-haves:

• Four-Year College Degree in engineering, systems analysis, computer science, or an applicable technical field
• Experienced in modeling and simulation
• Experienced in M&S V&V or M&S Test and Evaluation activities
• DAWIA certification for Test and Evaluation Level I
• Technical Project Management Experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office Products
• Ability to conduct and evaluate feasibility studies and risk assessments
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to draft clear, concise reports (often dealing with highly complex technical issues), to maintain effective working relationships, and to provide technical guidance and briefings.
• Ability to independently plan and complete assignments; alerting the supervisor when problems arise that would delay project or mission accomplishments. In addition, conflicts, controversy, or highly political issues are referred to the supervisor.
• Knowledge of the F-35 and F-35 systems desired.
• DoD Secret security clearance and the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

Skills crucial to success at AMEWAS, Inc.:
Customer-focused attitude with high level of professionalism and discretion. Ability to work effectively with management and part of a team to meet targets. Is reliable, possesses initiative, and works well as an individual or part of a team.

Physical environment and working conditions:
The physical environment requires the employee to work in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday. Work is physically comfortable. The employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.

The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site. In some occasions, the employee may be required to report to offices or buildings near the work site. In rare occasions, overnight travel may be required.

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More about Us:
AMEWAS, Inc. a Department of Defense (DoD) contractor, has provided support to our Federal customers for over 35 years. One of our missions is to find the best available talent to meet our organizational objectives. We closely measure performance, provide varying incentives, and strive to develop top performers. We value diversity. We celebrate the differences and uniqueness each employee brings to help us accomplish our goals. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

AMEWAS participates with E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
It is the policy of AMEWAS, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities for all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Additionally, AMEWAS, Inc. will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known or perceived disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process may call 301-863-7102. Finally, AMEWAS, Inc. strictly follows guidelines regarding the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

Be sure to check out the rest of our website at www.amewas.com for more information about our company.

Our excellent benefits and perks:
Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and longevity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, career development, optimum working conditions, and unique benefits; some of which are listed below:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Generous tuition & training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement & outreach
• Team building events
• Recognition program
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Discounted gym membership

To learn more about our organization and our Equal Employment Opportunity policies, please visit http://www.amewas.com.

It is the policy of AMEWAS, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities for all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Additionally, AMEWAS, Inc. will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known or perceived disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process may call 301-863-7102. Finally, AMEWAS, Inc. strictly follows guidelines regarding the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

Please note: AMEWAS, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes or applications submitted by a third party will not be reviewed. Job applicants only. No staffing agencies, recruiters or headhunters, please.