Careers

Functional Responsibilities:

•  Perform registration of subsidiary companies with prime contractors and/or suppliers to include the portal registration process.
• Administer assigned proposals and contracts to include customer interface, customer and/or subcontractor negotiations, and contract interpretation to ensure compliance with proposal and/or contract terms.
• Draft correspondence to Contract Officers and Contract Specialists regarding contractual issues for review and approval before release.
• Ability to negotiate contract and/or subcontract Terms & Conditions to include flow-downs, change management, inspection, acceptance, payment, warranty, close-out, records retention, etc.
• Review and process contract, subcontract, and purchase order modifications. Monitor and deliver required documentation to meet contractual obligations.
• Ensure effective and open communication of proposal and contractual information within and across subsidiary company stakeholders, including operational management, finance, quality, etc.
• Act as the primary interface between the Company and customer contractual personnel for all contractual matters.
• Issue subcontractor and/or purchase order modifications upon review and approval.
• Understanding international contracts and U.S. export regulations to ensure compliance with Department of State and Department of Commerce laws and regulations.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Excellent people, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Experience working in a Microsoft Office and SharePoint environment.
• Experience in working within an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environment.
• Minimum of a four-year bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) from an accredited college or university in a related field. In lieu of a four-year bachelor’s degree, a minimum of ten (10) years of demonstrated government contracts-related work experience supporting DoD and/or DHS contracts, to include a minimum of four (4) years in the government contracting space supporting DoD and/or DHS contracts in a similarly related government contracts administrator position.
• Minimum four (4) years in government contracting, supporting DoD and/or DHS contracts in a similarly related government contracts administrator position. Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR), and Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (HSAR).
• Current National Contracts Management Association CFCM or CPCM certification (desired)
• Minimum current Secret security clearance with the ability to maintain clearance through employment.

Torrance, CA

The Project Coordinator is part of the Operations Team and is responsible for planning and executing a range of aerospace/defense projects.

Key responsibilities include:

•  Plan and manage manufacturing build plans, supplier selection, and material procurement
•  Draft purchase orders in accordance with the procurement plan
•  Maintain and update job schedules and status
•  Communicate with key customers, suppliers, and service providers to ensure project milestones are met
•  Coordinate with cross-functional teams in Sales, Engineering, Production and Quality

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint with an aptitude and intertest to learn new software and systems
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented; Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Positive, professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills
• Flexible and adaptable to change, creative problem solver
• Able to work independently with little supervision
• Several years of relevant professional experience in a comparable role (we will accept entry-level applicants with strong qualifications)
• Engineering, Operations Management, and/or other technical background
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel; knowledge of Asana, MS Project, Smartsheet or comparable software preferred

Work Experience / Education

• Bachelor’s degree with strong academic performance in Engineering discipline
• Experience in position accountable for project coordination & success preferred

Currently Remote- San Diego, CA

As a System Engineer within the NDI team, you will be responsible for the design, procurement, configuration, deployment, testing, and troubleshooting of air, land, sea and subsea surveillance and interdiction systems. The position requires the ability to have hands on skills with network racking and stacking; various cabling work for network, power, and connectivity; network and firewall design and configuration; and systems design and integration work with command-and-control software packages. These systems integrate surveillance technologies such as radars, cameras, AIS, sonars, networking/communications hardware, and operational systems/centers. This job requires both CONUS and OCONUS travel for the installation of these systems. This position typically works under general supervision and direction of the Director of Engineering and will be expected to support a broad range of NDI programs and work closely with various engineering disciplines and field service engineers.

This position may be hybrid or in-office at the NDI office in San Diego, California.

Duties and Responsibilities 

SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

• Develops/Validates system requirements and subsequent design (including networking architectural design) based on customer/program budgets
• Determine system and subsystem specifications
• Utilize controlled documentation and government standards, application guides, and industry best practices to support the design and installation process
• Support acquisition of hardware and software from suppliers/vendors
• Support and participate in technical design, review, and troubleshooting activities
• Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems, and subsystems
• Document component, system, subsystem operations, ICD’s, Interconnect Diagrams, Mean Time Between Failure, and track End of Life
• Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services
• Familiarity with DoD Risk Management Framework
• Design and develop prototypes to reduce development risk
• Use of computer aided design/analysis software in performance of assignments
• Ability to work independently. Provide regular reporting of progress and status
• Participate in proposal development and cost estimating activities
• Support, communicate, and attend engineering, customer, and business meetings
• CONUS/OCONUS travel required (estimated 10% annually)
• Obtain/maintain US DoD SECRET level clearance

NETWORKING

• Maintains technical expertise in all areas of networks and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing network devices – routers, switches, gateways, firewalls, LTE/SATCOM, Point-to-Point (PtP)
• Prototype, design, implement and maintain complex systems and networks for LAN, WAN, and VPN connections
• Perform configuration and management of Layer 3 switches including the underlying network operating system
• Provide specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture
• Evaluate and test new technology and conduct testing of network systems
• Basic systems administration skills required for Windows and Linux

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of professional system engineering
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience directly related to network engineering design
• Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous workloads effectively, including adapting to changes, planning, organizing, and prioritizing work
• Performing triage on system problems, resolving the system problems, analyzing system data to prevent problems, and implementing new workstations and system extensions
• Microsoft 365 Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint Experience
• Familiar with TCP, and related network protocols

Preferred Capabilities

• CCNA, CCNP, or CompTIA A+ Network Certification
• Proficiency with various network topologies (data center, LAN, and WAN)
• Working with Network Attached Storage (NAS) systems, setting up RAID configurations
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• MS Project or Smartsheet Project Management Software
• Systems integration experience with radars, AIS – Automatic ID Systems, EO/IR cameras, sonar systems, and their related command and control software
• Cybersecurity Experience in Commercial or DoD (NIST/CMMC)
• Firewall experience with Contexts, filters, SSL, and encryption
• Experience with ACL’s, routing, and hardening of managed network switches
• Experience with CSfC network solutions
• Experience with cyber incident detection and response
• Tower climbing certification, or willingness to earn

Other Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must possess a US Passport and be willing to travel both CONUS and OCONUS
• Must possess or be able to achieve a current DoD secret security clearance

Work Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or other technical discipline

Please note this position is contingent upon contract award – we are currently recruiting and interviewing candidates and expect to extend a contingent offer to a qualified applicant.

Alexandria, VA or Torrance, CA

AMS Engineered Solutions is seeking a Program Manager (PGM) who will be responsible for managing open orders and ensuring that Quality, Schedule, and Cost Targets are achieved. They will work with a variety of different teams, including manufacturing suppliers, internal manufacturing, engineers, logistics professionals, sales, and quality control, to ensure that each product meets quality standards and is delivered on time so that contract delivery dates and revenue recognition goals are achieved. The PGM will report to the General Manager, Engineered Solutions, and focus mainly on post-award activities, while also assisting pre-award teams with large opportunities that require project documents. They will be held accountable for all Licensed Manufacturing product deliveries across the AMS sites. This person may work out of Alexandria, VA or Torrance, CA.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans based on supplier manufacturing plans, internal manufacturing plans, logistics processing time, quality control and testing, customer inspection, and billing
• Assign duties or responsibilities to project personnel and lead cross-functional teams through all phases of project lifecycles
• Review production schedules to ensure that deadlines are met, and work is progressing steadily
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure that products are delivered on time, in the correct quantities, and meet all contract quality standards
• Develop a strong partnership and interaction with the engineering team to manage Technical Data Packages and other engineering processes
• Ensure customer requirements are met and manage stakeholder expectations through effective communication
• Confer with project personnel to identify and resolve problems
• Create program and project status presentations for delivery to stakeholders, leadership, and project personnel
• Facilitate the creation of a repeatable project plan and checklist to help with the replication of new strategic stocking partnerships
• Implement and manage risk registers across licensing open orders
• Monitor the performance of project team members to provide performance feedback
• Prepare professional and user-friendly project related communications for distribution to employees, clients, and suppliers

• Microsoft 365 including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Adobe Acrobat
• Project management software such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar tool
• Outstanding organizational and time-management abilities
• Proven track record of successful project delivery from start to finish
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems – preferably Microsoft Dynamics Business Central
• Strong communication and presentation skills, problem-solving abilities, and leadership talent necessary to drive positive outcomes of manufacturing projects
• Foundational understanding of finance/project finance to make informed decisions that affect the financial health of a project

Preferred Capabilities

• Background in continuous improvement process implementation/management
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance or Quality Maintenance System Management

Work Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or related field
• 5+ years’ experience in an aerospace manufacturing or engineering environment, with 2+ years in project management
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder

San Diego, CA

Northern Defense Industries, LLC (NDI), an AMS Group, Inc. Company, is seeking a Program Manager (PM) to oversee cost, schedule, supplier management, and performance for critical projects. NDI offers an opportunity to provide innovative solutions for government and commercial customers around the globe, helping to solve their future problems today. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and thrive in an innovative environment, we want to talk to you about your next career opportunity with NDI! We are committed to hiring employees inspired by technology, and motivated by the rewards of hard work, commitment, teamwork, quality, integrity, and respect.

The NDI Program Manager will be responsible for performance excellence in support of major international Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs where NDI will hold responsibility as the Lead Systems Integrator (LSI) and Prime Contractor. In addition to a standard set of PM tasks, the NDI Program Manager will also act as the primary supplier manager. This position typically works under general supervision and direction of the VP, Programs, may be required to support a broad range of other NDI programs, and will work closely with functional stakeholders across all program management phases. The PM will exercise discretionary and decision-making authority in support of assigned projects.

This position may be hybrid with the home location in San Diego, California. Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Program & Project Management

• Responsible for the successful development, implementation, schedule, and cost performance of major federal programs in accordance with contract requirements and company policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Manages, oversees, monitors, and approves all elements of assigned program activities from inception to completion including proposal development, product design, procurement, manufacturing, testing, delivery, installation and acceptance of products
• Plans and directs integration of a cross-functional program team that represents various organizations within the company; effectively manages programs within a project or matrix organization. Performs Earned Value Management tasks, program financial management, and ensures timely cash collection
• Identifies program issues with sufficient lead for timely resolution; actively performs risk management and pursues risk reduction on assigned programs
•  May temporarily represent supervisor when required

Proposal & Business Development

• Works to grow the program through contract changes and preplanned product improvements
• Participates in marketing new technology, developing potential new business, and obtaining follow-on business in conjunction with business development team
• Reviews and approves technical approach, feasibility assessments, and cost estimates
• Coordinates proposal preparation, statements of work and specifications, estimation of product/service costs, negotiation, and administration of contracts

Supplier Management

• Leads all supplier management tasks for FMS and US suppliers
• Writes supplier Statements of Work (SoW) and negotiates supplier terms and conditions
• Ensures timely purchase orders and subcontracts in place
• Creates and tracks Subcontractor Data Requirements Lists (SDRLs)
• Oversees all supplier interactions, including meetings, program reviews, technical discussions, action items
• Ensures suppliers meet NDI scheduled delivery requirements
• Coordinates with NDI Quality team to ensure supplier meets program quality requirements
• Develops and executes a supplier risk management plan

• Significant working knowledge of engineering, operations (procurement, subcontracting, and manufacturing), system integration and test, quality assurance, configuration management, logistics, contract administration, standard business practices, finance, and the relationship of programs within a portfolio
• Understanding of federal program management and experience driving successful program outcomes; experience managing multiple projects simultaneously; knowledge of government procurement, contracting, and standards and specifications
• Proven track record maintaining program oversight, proactive problem-solving and effectively working with customers, internal stakeholders, and program partners
• Demonstrated business development and strategic planning skills; familiarity with the entire proposal process, including strategic planning, drafting, and coordination; proven capability acquiring follow-on business and leading significant proposals, showcasing a successful track record of securing new business opportunities
• Ability to travel internationally and domestically
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, and experience leveraging productivity tools and software for performance analysis; proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional program teams
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, make presentations and conduct negotiations with customers, subcontractors, and vendors

Preferred Capabilities

• Degree in electronic, software or mechanical engineering or related technical discipline, or advanced engineering degree or MBA
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Work Experience & Education

• Minimum of eight (8) years of related technical or engineering experience including five (5) years of project engineering/management, program management or other supervisory responsibility

Please note this position is contingent upon contract award – we are currently recruiting and interviewing candidates and expect to extend a contingent offer to a qualified applicant.

Remote- San Diego, CA

Northern Defense Industries, LLC. (NDI), an AMS Group company, is a small business leader offering full-spectrum integrated security solutions for critical infrastructure, maritime & coastal, and transportation applications. NDI specializes in the design, integration, testing, and installation of air, land, sea and subsea surveillance and interdiction systems. Additionally, NDI offers through-life system support and maintenance, including remote and onsite technical assistance, troubleshooting, and training. With extensive experience in both the U.S. and overseas, NDI is capable of operating in a range of environments, from permissive and semi-permissive to austere coastal and littoral.

The Principal Program Analyst provides complex master schedule, cost management, and program controls to their assigned projects. This role assists Program Managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams in achieving success for existing and future programs, and reports to the Senior Manager, Program Finance.

Please note that while this position is currently remote, our remote work practice may be adjusted based on business needs. Candidates should be open to this potential change and able to commute to the office as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

Planning and Scheduling

• Develops and maintains program Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) using Microsoft Project (covering both resource loaded and non-resource loaded); integrates into earned value cost tools (e.g. EVMS forProject) to ensure costs and timing align with the project’s requirements and objectives
• Develops and supports MIL-STD 881 compliant Work Breakdown Structures (WBS); provides critical path analysis
• Generates monthly Schedule Performance Dataset (SPD) and Integrated Program Management Data Analysis Report Contract Data Requirements List (IPMDAR CDRL) in accordance with customer due dates
• Performs Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) and supports implementation and communication of mitigation plans
• Implements scheduling best practices
• Maintains monthly business rhythm and cadence to monitor program performance and provide status updates to stakeholders

Financial Analysis, Earned Value Management System (EVMS) & Reporting

• Performs detailed financial analysis to monitor program performance, identifies cost and schedule variances, tracks program funding; prepares weekly and monthly reports and recommends corrective actions
• Supports the development and implementation of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) processes, procedures, methodologies, and standard industry practices; manages fully surveilled EVMS programs
• Supports preparation and delivery of forward-looking financial (Bookings, Sales, Profit, and Cash) and program performance reports to management, highlighting key metrics, trends, risks and opportunities, areas of concern, and potential challenges

Controls & Compliance Risk Management

• Establishes and maintains internal cost and schedule controls and procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance within Earned Value Management System
• Ensures compliance with industry standard financial regulations and policies
• Identifies and assesses schedule and cost program risks and ensures mitigation plans are captured within the IMS; supports development of mitigation strategies and monitors progress to minimize impacts on program outcomes

Process Improvement

• Continually evaluates existing processes and proposes improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall program and business performance

Collaboration & Communication

• Communicates and collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams, including program managers, program finance/controls, multi-disciplined engineering, contracts/subcontract managers, government compliance, and procurement managers to gather data and insights for schedule and financial analysis reporting

• Understanding of program financial analysis and planning, cost control, and budget management
• Strong understanding of EVMS Program Startup activities and requirements to establish and maintain Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB); experience executing externally reported earned value programs
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project as well as the ability to generate, decipher, and adjudicate DCMA 14-Point Inspections and other auditable metrics (DECM)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to develop ad hoc cost models
• Exceptional communication abilities and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Demonstrated ability to work under deadlines

Preferred Capabilities

• Experience in EVMS forProject, Sage, Microsoft Business Central, Clockify, SmartSheets
• In-depth knowledge of the Earned Value Management System Interpretation Guide (EVMSIG) and Earned Value Management Systems EIA-748-D Intent Guide
• PMP Certificate

Work Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of progressive experience in program master scheduling and best practices, EVMS implementation, process development, and cost controls

Please note this position is contingent upon contract award – we are currently recruiting and interviewing candidates and expect to extend a contingent offer to a qualified applicant.

  Essential Responsibilities:

· Create 3D models, mechanical drawings, and  bills of materials for assemblies and components

· Work with a multi-disciplinary Engineering Team  to collaborate on projects

· Perform mechanical design/analysis,  prototyping, and troubleshooting

· Select and source materials and components in  support of product design efforts

· Design build fixtures and test fixtures

· Estimate engineering labor, production labor,  tooling, and material costs in support of new project pursuits

· Generate production documentation and train  production personnel

Minimum Requirements :

· Thorough knowledge of drawings, 3D models, GD&T, MMC

· Proficient in CAD / 3D modeling software (i.e. SolidWorks, PTC Creo, CATIA, etc) and MS Office

· General knowledge of materials and alloys in various applications

· General knowledge of hand tools and inspection tools

· General knowledge of configuration management & revision control

· General knowledge of production processes, quality control, variable costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective   manufacture of products

The  Northern Defense Industries (NDI) Deputy Program Manager (DPM) is responsible for the management, performance, and completion of single or multiple domestic/international programs that require the development (hardware and software),  manufacture, and test of electronic and electro-mechanical systems. The DPM leads a cross-functional team of engineers and technicians daily, ensuring that contractual obligations are met within the assigned budget and schedule. The DPM serves as the primary contact with customers on assigned programs with a total value of $500K – $5M. The assignment will generally be to higher-risk, higher-value programs with responsibility at the total system level. This position will typically work under limited supervision and direction. Incumbents of this position will regularly exercise discretionary and substantial decision-making authority. This position requires significant domestic and international travel,  often with little advanced notice (up to 50%). The DPM reports to the Vice President of Programs and works full-time at NDI’s Kent Island, MD facility.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages programs by contracts and AMS Group and NDI policies, procedures, and department instruction
• Ensures that contracts are met in the most efficient and profitable manner
• Serves as primary contact for customers
• Leads program execution to meet technical performance within cost and schedule
• Manages, oversees, monitors, and approves all elements of assigned program activities from inception to completion, including proposal development, product design, procurement, subcontracting, manufacturing, testing, delivery, installation, and acceptance of products
• Plans and directs the integration of a cross-functional program team that represents various organizations within the Company
• Effectively manages programs within a project or matrix organization
• Performs program financial management to ensure that profit is earned and cash is collected
• Performs Earned Value Management tasks as required
• Actively performs risk management and pursues risk reduction on assigned programs
• Identifies program issues with sufficient lead for timely resolution
• Works to grow the program through contract changes and preplanned product improvements
• Develops proposals for new business
• Reviews and approves technical approach, feasibility, and cost estimates
• Coordinates proposal preparation, statements of work and specifications, estimation of product/service costs, negotiation, and administration of contracts
• Participates in marketing new technology, developing potential new business, and responsible for obtaining follow-on business in conjunction with Business Development
• Act as a senior leader at the Kent Island NDI facility, managing all local operations and responsible for the efficient daily operations of Kent Island personnel and the Kent Island facility
• May temporarily represent supervisor when required

Minimum Requirements:

• Able to complete a favorably adjudicated DHS  background investigation, as well as obtain a favorably adjudicated to at  least a DoD Secret level (preferably TS SCI) clearance
• Proven understanding of engineering,  operations (procurement, subcontracting, and manufacturing), system  integration and test, quality assurance, configuration management, logistics,  contract administration, standard business practices, finance, and the relationship  of programs within a portfolio
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft  Office suite programs (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to work with an organizational ERP  system
• Strong  organizational skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities,  adaptability, problem-solving skills, and the ability to multitask
• Ability to lead a small, remote team of  engineers
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and  in writing and make presentations
• Knowledge of government procurement,  contracting, and standards and specifications

Preferred Capabilities

• Knowledge of ITAR and US export requirements
• Understanding of the Government contracting  process

WORK EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION

Minimum Requirements:

• Four-year college degree, or equivalent, in a technical discipline, plus a minimum of four years of related experience
• Proven, demonstrable team leadership experience
• General knowledge and experience working with an ERP tool

Preferred Experience / Education

• Military veteran
• Master of Business Administration
• Experience in operational or project management within defense and aerospace, manufacturing, or federal government/military