AMELA O149- Management Analyst (MELA) Secret
Job Location:
Arlington County, VA - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 140000 - 180000
Posted:
29 September 2026 (30 days ago)
Application Deadline:
3 January 2027
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Management Analyst (MELA)
5 Days Onsite at Pentagon
Secret Clearance
Position Overview:
Nationwide IT Services NIS is supporting the Staffing and Technical Acquisition Services Support II (STAQSS II) prime contract for the Headquarters Air Force. We have an opportunity for a Management Analyst Senior (munitions export license applications specialist) who will support the Munitions Export License Application (MELA) team which evaluates export license applications commodity jurisdiction requests and voluntary disclosures and which prepares recommended responses for the Air Force to provide to DoDs Defense Technology Security Administration (DTSA).
Responsibilities:
This individual must possess a strong understanding of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
The tasks for this position include but are not limited to the following:
Qualifications:
About Nationwide IT Services
NIS is an IT and Management consulting company is a CVE-verified Service-Disabled Veteran- Owned Small Business. Our mission is to deliver value-added services to our customers leveraging technology people and industry best practices to implement innovative solutions through our trusted employees and team members.
Our benefits package includes medical dental and vision insurance life and disability insurance 401(k) plan with employer match paid holidays PTO (sick/vacation) commuter benefits employee assistance program (EAP) and educational reimbursement along with Pet Insurance.
Nationwide IT Services Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity genetics disability or protected veteran provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable law.
Salary range $140000 to $180000 annually
The salary range is a general guideline. We consider several factors when determining base salary offers including the positions scope and responsibilities the candidates experience education and skills and current market conditions.
5 Days Onsite at Pentagon
Secret Clearance
Position Overview:
Nationwide IT Services NIS is supporting the Staffing and Technical Acquisition Services Support II (STAQSS II) prime contract for the Headquarters Air Force. We have an opportunity for a Management Analyst Senior (munitions export license applications specialist) who will support the Munitions Export License Application (MELA) team which evaluates export license applications commodity jurisdiction requests and voluntary disclosures and which prepares recommended responses for the Air Force to provide to DoDs Defense Technology Security Administration (DTSA).
Responsibilities:
This individual must possess a strong understanding of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
The tasks for this position include but are not limited to the following:
- Analyzing and assessing potential export agreements to prevent international transfer of U.S. military technology when such transfer is not in the best interests of the U.S.
- Maintaining current information on U.S. and international policies treaties laws etc. on the control of missile technology and related weapon delivery systems.
- Developing and maintaining a database of Air Force export applications and applicable regulatory information to facilitate/support reviews and recommendations. Offices of Defense Cooperation (ODC) will provide the database maintenance and/or updates for the government.
- Researching analyzing and providing draft recommendations on each MELA case and conduct export-related issue and policy studies.
- Recommending export policies and actions that enhance the security of Air Force systems and programs.
- Reviewing analyzing and providing recommendations on international technology transfer issues and policy to include such specialized topics as manufacturing technology industrial espionage country-to-country agreements and national security.
- Monitoring and reporting on foreign disclosure limitations and FMS/NATO-related issues.
- Any other tasks closely associated with the performance of duties list above and as coordinated with the COR.
Qualifications:
- Active Secret Clearance
- Masters degree in any discipline.
- A total of 10 years of experience with the tasks above in a System Program Office and/or Air Force Headquarters or other relevant organization or industry.
- Must have International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Munitions Export License Application (MELA) experience.
- Must be proficient in allcomputer-based communication/office IT tools to include the following: Microsoft (MS) Office Suite Word Power Point SharePoint Excel TEAMS; Adobe (both reader and Pro).
- Must have the ability to learn new software/office IT tools as needed in a timely manner.
- Must be proficient in public speaking: capable of delivering briefs speaking in meetings in person and online and giving presentations.
- 12 years of relevant work experience may be substituted for a MA/MS degree.
- BA/BS degree plus 8 years of relevant work experience may be substituted for a MA/MS degree.
- Ability to move or traverse throughout a large secure facility and between multiple work areas
- Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands wrists and fingers
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer
About Nationwide IT Services
NIS is an IT and Management consulting company is a CVE-verified Service-Disabled Veteran- Owned Small Business. Our mission is to deliver value-added services to our customers leveraging technology people and industry best practices to implement innovative solutions through our trusted employees and team members.
Our benefits package includes medical dental and vision insurance life and disability insurance 401(k) plan with employer match paid holidays PTO (sick/vacation) commuter benefits employee assistance program (EAP) and educational reimbursement along with Pet Insurance.
Nationwide IT Services Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity genetics disability or protected veteran provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable law.
Salary range $140000 to $180000 annually
The salary range is a general guideline. We consider several factors when determining base salary offers including the positions scope and responsibilities the candidates experience education and skills and current market conditions.
Required Experience:
Senior IC