Mission Systems Program Analyst

Description

Location: NAS Patuxent River, MD

Security Clearance Requirement: Secret (Top Secret preferred)

Telework Eligible? No, work will be performed on site.

What You’ll Do:

As the Mission Systems Program Analyst, you will support the E-6B Mercury aircraft program within PMA-271 at NAS Patuxent River, Maryland. This position provides technical and programmatic support for mission-critical aircraft systems that enable strategic communications and national defense operations.

In this role you will work closely with government, contractor, and fleet stakeholders to assess system performance, support modernization efforts, identify operational risks, and recommend improvements that enhance mission effectiveness and aircraft readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

• •Evaluate operational plans, system performance data, and mission activities to identify deficiencies, risks, issues, and opportunities for improvement affecting E-6B mission capability and readiness.
• •Analyze technical and operational information and recommend corrective actions to improve flight performance, mission effectiveness, system reliability, safety, and combat readiness.
• •Support the execution and tracking of system modernization initiatives and upgrades to ensure E-6B mission systems remain current and operationally effective.
• •Collaborate with engineering, logistics, test, fleet, and program office personnel to identify and develop improvements for mission-critical aircraft systems.
• •Provide programmatic and technical support for E-6B Very Low Frequency (VLF) communications system efforts.
• •Participate in Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) events, technical interchange meetings, working groups, conferences, and teleconferences.
• •Assist with the identification, documentation, and resolution of technical, operational, and programmatic issues impacting system performance.
• •Prepare briefings, status reports, meeting materials, action item tracking, and technical documentation supporting program objectives.
• •Serve as a liaison among stakeholders to facilitate communication, coordination, and successful execution of program activities.

This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

• •Associate’s degree; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• •Experience supporting DoD acquisition, aviation, communications, mission systems, test and evaluation, systems integration, or operational programs, required.
• •Knowledge of E-6B aircraft systems and mission operations, required.
• •Ability to analyze technical information and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• •Experience participating in technical meetings, reviews, and stakeholder engagements.
• •Experience supporting NAVAIR, PMA-271, or strategic communications aircraft programs.
• •Familiarity with VLF communications systems or airborne communications architectures.
• •Military aviation, aircrew, maintenance, or operational experience.
• •Experience supporting Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETRs) and DoD acquisition processes.

Equally Important:

• •Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• •Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• •Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• •Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• •Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement:

This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $110,000 - $120,000, commensurate with an individual’s experience, qualifications, and skill set. ASEC is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful, mission-driven work within a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We partner with our government customers to deliver innovative solutions across engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. Above all, we are committed to doing what’s right for the Warfighter—plain and simple. Explore what makes ASEC different by visiting our website.

Why work at ASEC?

• •100% employee-owned company . Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here !
• •Comprehensive benefits package , including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
• •401(k) with company match
• •Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
• •Veteran-friendly employer
• •Thriving employee culture

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ASEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law.

ASEC also complies with all applicable pay transparency laws and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.