This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects in a mission-critical environment while developing cross-functional expertise and leadership skills. The ideal candidate will excel in organization, communication, and proactive problem-solving in a collaborative, high-stakes environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Y-12 BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT Support the HQ Communications lead in developing and finalizing the specific marketing strategies Create and implement strategies to identify and secure task orders under the current CNS Y-12 contract vehicle, aligning with organizational objectives and client needs Build and maintain relationships with key CNS/Y-12 clients, partners, and stakeholders to promote program capabilities, identify opportunities, and enhance visibility within the target domain Collaborate with business development, technical teams, and proposal managers to develop and implement capture strategies that align with client needs and the contract vehicle’s scope Assist Contracts/Proposals with Task Proposals and Award processing Provide post-award Program/Project Management. Oversee the successful execution of awarded task orders by managing deliverables, budgets, timelines, resources, and client expectations Conduct Market Research and Opportunity Mapping NA-84 - OPERATIONS AND EXERCISES (OPX) Collaborate with the Curie-US Disintegration MELE Program Leads to develop and share strategic messaging that aligns with program objectives and communicates key information to stakeholders Assist with Office of Radiological Security (ORS) and OPX partnerships and other ad hoc efforts as assigned by the MELE Contract Manager and Team Leads Assist NA-84 Program Analyst with continued development of Rail Sector work including long-term planning, preliminary site surveys, and operational intelligence collection NA-84 – RC ADMIN SUPPORT (NON-BILLABLE) Organize and structure data sets in a visually appealing format that is easy to search and navigate. Analyze spending trends and forecast future expenditures Develop a comprehensive understanding of MELE programmatic operations by assisting the NEST Reserve Core (RC) Contract Manager in day-to-day business operations. HEADQUARTERS ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in leading and managing task orders, ensuring compliance with contract terms, deadlines, and budgets while overseeing contract execution and performance improvement. Support the development and implementation of efficient business operations and systems for federal contracts, identifying opportunities to enhance productivity and address business development needs. Provide guidance on work processes, staffing, and resource management, including support for hiring, terminations, and overall operational efficiency. Collaborate with Project Coordinators/Program Managers to conduct program analyses, reviews, and provide regular updates to senior leadership. Contribute technical input to proposal development, review deliverables, and work with leadership and the Proposals Team to identify new business opportunities. Establish, track, and report on business development metrics and performance, providing quarterly results. Assist in implementing innovative practices to improve operations, contract performance, and resource utilization, and contribute to long-term strategic planning. Collaborate with the MELE leadership team to observe and develop an understanding of MELE's internal processes, objectives, and business practices, with the goal of enhancing client relationship management and business development skills. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors (or higher) degree with major or specialization in related field Strong verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational and time management skills Customer service oriented Demonstrate attention to detail, strong follow-through, and the ability to solve problems independently with minimal disruption to activities. Outstanding team player able to work with a diverse group of people stationed in different geographic locations Hard worker that shows initiative Works well with short turnaround deadlines in fast paced office environment and is adaptable to changing priorities Knowledge of all Microsoft Office tools and Adobe Acrobat Pro DOE Q security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrated expertise in Federal Government contract management Five (5) years of progressive experience in an office environment Ability to prepare management, business, technical, and personnel reports, reviews and documents for internal and external use

LOCATION: In person in Washington, D.C. and MELE HQ in Rockville, MD.

SALARY: Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position. The range for this position is 190k-200k.

BENEFITS

Hybrid remote/office work environment Employer Paid, High Quality Employee Medical, Dental & Vision Care Low-Cost Family Health Care offered 11 Federal Holidays and 3 weeks’ vacation 401k with Generous Employer Match Cross-training opportunities

About MELE

With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity.

MELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.