Management Analyst (NGTS Data Development Team)-Junior

At AMEWAS, we don’t just support defense- we shape it. For over 40 years, we’ve been a trusted partner of the Department of Defense (DoD) by providing cutting-edge engineering, testing, and evaluation for U.S. Navy weapons systems. Our people are the heart of our mission. Across our headquarters in California, Maryland, and offices in Orlando, FL, and San Diego, CA, you'll find a diverse and driven team committed to making a real impact for our Nation’s Warfighters. If you're ready to grow your skills, be challenged by meaningful work, and contribute to something bigger…this is where you belong. Come do work that matters. Join AMEWAS. The Position AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Management Analyst (NGTS Data Development Team)-Junior support Battlespace Modeling & Simulation. The salary range of this position is $66,500.00 - $83,200.00 and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required. About the location: California, Maryland and Patuxent River, Maryland. To learn more about these areas, please visit: www.visitstmarysmd.com Work Arrangement Remote or hybrid work arrangements are subject to business, contract, customer, and/or government requirements and may be modified or discontinued as needed. The Company reserves the right to require an employee to report to a designated Company or customer worksite when business or contractual requirements change. Position Background The Synthetic Environment Modeling (SEM) team is a government run organization that develops the Next Generation Threat System (NGTS) software program, a continually evolving synthetic environment generator that supports modeling and simulation (M&S) environments. The NGTS product users include trainer systems; test and evaluation (T&E); analysis; live, virtual and constructive (LVC); research and development (R&D) activities for DoD agencies and its international partners. NGTS is government owned, developed and managed. A typical day as a Management Analyst (NGTS Data Development Team)-Junior may include: Supports the NGTS Data Development TeamAttends PO/PM Sync meetings and other meetings that define the status of software features involving the Data TeamMaintains the status of software features and ensures thedata team is aware of upcoming/merged changes that may affect development and testingWorks with scheduler as required to maintain GitLab Data ProjectsAssists with the data requirements intake and development processManages classified software requirements intake processAssists with initial research for data requirementsAssists with the development of data milestones and issues for use by scheduler and team lead to determine LOEAssists with the management of CAF DMO Mandatory Models development and changes as new MP versions come outAssists with required SISO updates to the database and EEM to ensure a standard between all versions and documentsAssists with submitting suggested Entity and Emitter Enumerations to CAF DMO for follow on submission to SISOAssists with MIL-STD-6016 updates to players (TADIL updates)Assists with maintaining data team documentation Must-haves HS Diploma or equivalent1 year of administrative, project support, or team coordination experienceThe ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlinesExperience tracking action items, schedules, or project status updatesStrong written/verbal and organizational skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams)The ability to conduct basic research and compile information from multiple sourcesThe ability to work independently and as part of a teamStrong problem-solving and customer service skillsThe ability to learn new tools, processes, and technical concepts quicklyThe ability to accommodate an onsite schedule at the Patuxent River and California, MD office locationsMinimum clearance required to apply (candidates who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be considered): DoD Secret ClearanceCurrent clearance required upon onboarding: DoD Secret ClearanceAdditional Accesses: The ability to obtain and maintain the DoD security clearance eligibility and/or additional security access requirements necessary to perform the duties of the position, as required by the contract. U.S. Citizenship is required for all clearances. Desired Skills Familiarity with GitLab, Jira, or similar project tracking toolsExperience maintaining project schedules, status reports, and action item trackersExperience with SharePoint, Confluence, or document management toolsFamiliarity with Agile or Scrum project environmentsExperience supporting DoD, Navy, or government programsFamiliarity with military aviation, modeling & simulation, or defense systems Security Clearance Requirement Disclaimer: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain all security clearances, interim security determinations, and/or other access authorizations required by the applicable contract(s). Candidates who are unable to obtain the required interim clearance or access authorization within the timeframe necessary to meet business and contract requirements may no longer be considered for employment. Employment Eligibility and Sponsorship Disclaimer: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. AMEWAS is unable to provide employment-based visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Skills Crucial To Success At AMEWAS Candidates must demonstrate a customer-focused mindset, professionalism, and discretion, while working collaboratively with management and teams to meet objectives. Candidates should be hard-working individuals with strong attention to detail and the ability to foster a positive, team-oriented culture. Physical Environment And Working Conditions The physical environment for this position 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 or near the work site. On rare occasions, overnight travel may be required. Refer a Friend We’re always on the lookout for top talent. If you know someone who would be a great fit for this role, please share our post with them! Here’s an added perk: If you’re a current AMEWAS employee and your referral is hired, you could earn a referral bonus! Our Excellent Benefits And Perks Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and creativity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, creative work teams, and the opportunity to grow in their career. We also provide a robust benefits package, including: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurancePaid vacation, holiday and sick leaveGenerous tuition and training assistance programRelocation assistanceSign-on bonusesEmployee longevity recognitionCommunity involvement and outreachTeam building eventsRecognition programWellness programEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Mobile service discountFitness reimbursement program AMEWAS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. For important employment-related notices and required disclosures, please review our Regulatory Notices page. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Recruiting department via phone at 301-863-7102 or email at recruiting@amewas.com. AMEWAS participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. Please note: AMEWAS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters