American Systems

Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Part-Time Java Developer with a minimum of five (5) years of experience to support ongoing project needs. This role requires a strong technical foundation in enterprise and legacy Java technologies, along with flexibility to contribute across multiple workstreams as project demands evolve. Responsibilities - Design, develop, maintain, and enhance Java-based enterprise applications - Utilize Apache Struts framework and EclipseLink (JPA) for application development - Support and maintain applications deployed on Oracle WebLogic Server - Perform and remediate Fortify static code scans, ensuring adherence to security standards - Troubleshoot and resolve application issues across development and production environments - Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and project teams to deliver effective solutions - Adapt to changing priorities and contribute to a variety of project-related tasks as needed - Assist with documentation, testing, and deployment activities - Support tasks outside of core development responsibilities to ensure overall project success Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, information science, or software engineering - Minimum 5 years of professional software development experience - Strong proficiency in Java (J2EE/Java EE) - Hands-on experience with Apache Struts, EclipseLink (JPA), Oracle WebLogic Server, Fortify (static code analysis and remediation) - Experience working within enterprise or legacy system environments - Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills - Ability to work independently in a remote, part-time capacity - Must be a U.S. citizen and undergo a background check for Public Trust - Strong verbal and written communication skills Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $94,400.00/Yr. - USD $157,600.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

Overview - AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.We are looking for a strategic Pricing Analyst, Staff Principal with 12 - 15 years of demonstrated experience in Government pricing to join our mission-driven, employee-owned company. Responsibilities As an AMERICAN SYSTEMS employee-owner, you will work in a culture of accountability, engagement, and collaboration, where your pricing expertise directly contributes to how we compete, win, and grow. You’ll be part of a team at a company that has earned multiple workplace awards and is committed to supporting each other’s success, while receiving a competitive benefits package that includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).This role is ideal for a hands-on pricing expert who operates with a strong sense of ownership and initiative, enjoys working on more complex proposals, takes pride in accuracy and sound assumptions, and brings ideas and insight to the table. You like collaborating with internal stakeholders to increase probability of award, are comfortable with tight deadlines and spikes in workload, and communicate professionally in your analysis and presentation materials. - Serve as a pricing expert and senior subject matter resource, collaborating with directorate senior management, account managers, capture teams, and proposal and pricing leadership to develop accurate, competitive, and profitable pricing proposals mainly focused on mid- to large-sized federal professional services opportunities. Position also will lead pricing for data centers and commercial opportunities. - Lead and conduct competitive analysis and Price to Win (PTW) activities for strategic pursuits, assessing competitor pricing strategy and positioning. Develop and recommend pricing strategies that balance competitiveness, risk, and profitability and lead price strategy meetings with pricing stakeholders. - Develop effective Excel cost models and cost/price narratives in response to RFPs and task order requests across a range of contract types (Cost Plus, T&M, FFP, IDIQ, etc.), ensuring accuracy, internal consistency, and alignment with technical and staffing approaches. - Prepare and present clear, professional pricing summaries, slide decks, and financial analyses for senior management discussions—supporting decision-making through well-structured assumptions, scenarios, and recommendations. Prepare cash flow and other analysis as appropriate for the opportunity. - Collaborate cross-functionally to obtain cost inputs and ensure integrated, compliant, and highly competitive pricing solutions. - Ensure timely development of multiple opportunities at various stages, proactively identifying risks, resolving challenges, and adapting to tight proposal schedules and changing requirements. - Ensure compliance with the internal estimating system, accounting procedures, proposal requirements, and applicable Government regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS, CAS). - Prepare and maintain pricing files for internal, customer, and Government audits, and serve as a key pricing representative in supporting audit requests and pricing-related inquiries. - Engage with pricing team members to foster a culture of knowledge sharing; provide thoughtful reviews, and support to pricing team member proposals and contribute practical ideas to improve pricing models, tools, and practices. - Work under consultative direction from the Director of Pricing—operating independently in day-to-day pricing work and proactively engaging the Director to align on pricing strategy, major risks, and key decisions throughout the proposal lifecycle. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. - 12–15 years of demonstrated pricing experience in Government contracting, including leading, planning and pricing strategic and complex federal proposals and working collaboratively to build consensus, solve problems and identify solutions for successful awards. - Broad understanding of the federal services marketplace and competitive landscape, and ability to apply that industry knowledge to pricing strategies and recommendations. - Experience evaluating proposal risk in cost estimates, terms and conditions, and other business or financial management considerations. - Demonstrated experience conducting competitive analysis and Price to Win (PTW) assessments for large, strategic opportunities. - Demonstrated experience advising senior management on pricing strategy, federal Government contracting regulations (FAR, DFARS, CAS, etc.), contract terms and conditions, and proposal financials. - Extensive experience structuring competitive pricing for a range of federal customers, acquisition approaches (e.g., OTA, CSO), and all major contract types (Cost Plus, T&M, FFP, IDIQ, etc.), with a strong understanding of how different contract types and acquisition strategies affect risk and pricing approaches. - Highly Desired: Experience pricing data center and cloud solutions, including multi-tenant environments and as-a-service delivery models, for Government and/or commercial customers. - Proficient in Microsoft Excel for developing accurate and effective pricing models and using advanced formulas and functions. - Strong organizational, verbal, written, and analytical skills appropriate for a principal-level pricing role, including the ability to clearly and concisely communicate with senior and executive management and internal and external stakeholders (e.g., auditors, subcontractors). - Demonstrated critical thinking and ability to translate complex pricing data and assumptions into clear, concise written summaries and slide decks that support informed decisions by senior management. - Strong attention to detail and personal commitment to accuracy and compliance, especially under tight schedules and multiple competing deadlines, and a Personal drive for collaboration, increasing breadth of knowledge, and continuous improvement, including support to other pricing professionals. - Remote position, ideally with the ability to work in our McLean, VA office if needed for a major proposal or an infrequent meeting. Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $129,300.00/Yr. - USD $215,900.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

Overview AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a proposal manager with a proven record of sucess to join their department of highly qualified proposal professionals. Enjoy the benefits of joining a growing employee-owned company that takes care of its people. Responsibilities - Manages all activities involved in the development and revision of proposals. - Facilititates the corporate proposal development process, working with operations units and other back office departments. - Participates in pre-RFP activities: tracking action items, identifying past performance, organizing resources, identifying re-use material, developing relevant resumes and key messages - Ensures section drafts are compliant, convincing, and compelling. Provides guidance on such to writers. - Plans, strategizes, and positions proposals, including developing win themes, best value propositions, strengths, and graphics. - Conducts and participates in color team reviews. - Managing the development and presentation of the proposal kickoff package - Counsels and serves as main resource on all matters of a proposal nature - Serves as interface to contracts, pricing, security, subcontracts, graphics, editing, and technical solutioning departments Qualifications - Bachelor's degree - 10+ years managing proposals in a Federal IT & Engineering environment at large companies. - Experience managing proposals on IT platforms such as SharePoint or VPC. - Experience using automated tools and AI to aid in the proposal development process. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description Are you a highly motivated, engaged student currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science program in Aerospace Engineering or similar field? Are you looking to do meaningful, exciting work during your summer break? Then come aboard as AMERICAN SYSTEMS' next Aerospace Engineering Intern! As an Aerospace Engineering Intern, you will: - Work with the latest, cutting edge technology - Provide creative solutions to complex problems - Work with a team of driven, supportive, and highly skilled professionals A week in the life of an Aerospace Engineering Intern: - Contribute as a member of an advanced technical team focused on current challenges within the Department of War - Use modern digital engineering tools to support assessments and evaluations of DoW programs - Support performance of aerospace modeling and simulation as part of our engagements with key programs - Contribute as part of the DTE&A team to conducting aerospace system performance assessments, modeling of system dynamics and aerodynamics, subsystem and payload performance analysis, and documenting analytical outputs. - Assist with the following: - Evaluation of designs, developments, prototypes, systems of systems, and related command and control systems. - Develop, integrate, and validate models of aerospace systems and subsystems; assess systems performance in relation to mission models and requirements - Evaluation of test plans and execution - May have the chance to work with various programming languages (C/C++, R, Python, etc), MATLAB, CAMEO, AFSIM and similar systems Qualifications - High School diploma and 2 years of college or related work experience Benefits - Comprehensive benefits program including healthcare benefits - Paid leave - Retirement plans - Insurance programs - Education and training assistance Company Description AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $43,200.00/Yr. - USD $72,100.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description We are looking for an entry-level Cybersecurity Operations summer intern to perform the day-to-day operations of the security solutions and use these solutions to identify, investigate and resolve security incidents on the network. This is a great opportunity for someone who likes to dig in and understand the intricacies of cyber defense, has a technical hands-on mindset, and exhibits good work ethic and a positive attitude to learning the ins and outs of information security operations for an enterprise environment. - Maintain in-place security tools and processes - Evaluate, test and implement new security tools & technologies - Respond to computer security incidents - Research system and network logs and alerts as they relate to incidents - Identify gaps in cyber operations capabilities and assist in developing those capabilities - Develop technical summary information for presentation to management - Work collaboratively with a small team - Communicate in writing or orally to supervisors and management on task planning, status, and results Qualifications - High School diploma and 2 years of college or related work experience - Some exposure to IT tools Benefits AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. Company Description

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description Join a growing, fast-paced, and high-performance marketing team at AMERICAN SYSTEMS. You will support real campaigns that serve our federal and technology customers and gain hands-on, project-based experience you can directly showcase on your résumé and portfolio. As a Marketing Intern, you will rotate across key areas of B2B and digital marketing—content, campaigns, and analytics—while learning how marketing supports long-cycle, account-based federal and technology business development. Responsibilities - Campaign and content execution - Supporting the planning and execution of integrated marketing campaigns (email, web, social, events) focused on B2B and public-sector audiences. - Helping create and repurpose content (social posts, blogs, one-pagers, basic case study drafts) that clearly explain our services for non-technical buyers. - Assisting with management and updates to our website and social channels (especially LinkedIn), applying basic SEO and engagement best practices. - Market research and analytics - Conducting market and competitor research on trends in federal IT, cybersecurity, and digital modernization and summarizing insights for marketing and business development stakeholders. - Building and maintaining marketing lists, CRM records, and campaign reports to support lead generation and account-based outreach. - Analyzing performance data (open rates, click-throughs, web traffic, social engagement) and recommending straightforward optimizations. - Event and stakeholder support - Helping coordinate logistics, promotion, and follow-up for webinars, industry conferences, and customer events. - Supporting preparation for internal and external briefings, including pulling basic data, updating slides, or drafting simple talk tracks or summaries. - Participating in weekly team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and intern learning check-ins focused on core marketing skills and career development. Learning Outcomes - By the end of the internship, you will be able to: - Explain the B2B marketing funnel and how content, campaigns, and events support each stage in a government/enterprise context. - Build a small portfolio that may include: a blog or LinkedIn post, a campaign brief, a simple dashboard/report, and an event promotion plan. - Use industry tools such as a CRM/marketing automation platform (e.g., Salesforce or HubSpot), basic analytics (Google Analytics or similar), and content planning templates. - Translate technical inputs from subject matter experts into clear, audience-focused messaging. Qualifications - Current junior or senior pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field, or recent graduate in a similar program. - Strong writing skills and interest in content creation, with the ability to adapt tone for LinkedIn, web, and email. - Curiosity about B2B, technology, or government contracting and how marketing supports long sales cycles and account-based strategies. - Comfortable working with data in spreadsheets (Excel/Sheets) and learning new tools (CRM, email, or analytics platforms). - Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple small projects with guidance and feedback. Preferred Skills - Familiarity with LinkedIn, Canva/Adobe Express, or basic video editing for short-form content. - Experience with student clubs, campus organizations, or part-time roles where you have promoted events, managed social media, or created simple marketing materials. Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $36,700.00/Yr. - USD $61,300.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description We are looking for an entry level IT Security Analyst summer intern to perform the day-to-day operations of the security solutions and use these solutions to identify, investigate and resolve security incidents on the network. This is a great opportunity for someone who likes to dig in and understand the intricacies of cyber defense, has a technical hands-on mindset, and exhibits good work ethic and a positive attitude to learning the ins and outs of information security operations for an enterprise environment. - Co-Op / Interns typically represent college students trying to gain related work experience while pursuing an undergraduate degree. - Under direct supervision, performs various tasks and assignments for the organization's professional staff in such disciplines as Engineering, Software Development, Database Management, Security Threat Analysis. - Maintain in-place security tools and processes. - Evaluate, test and implement new security tools & technologies. - Respond to computer security incidents. - Research system and network logs and alerts as they relate to incidents. - Identify gaps in cyber operations capabilities and assist in developing those capabilities. - Develop technical summary information for presentation to management. Qualifications - High School diploma and 1-2 years of college or related work experience. - Understanding of incident response process in an enterprise operations environment. - Understanding of cyber threats and defenses against those threats. - Knowledge of Windows, Linux, and networking. - Knowledge of enterprise security technologies such as web filtering, endpoint protection and forensics, sandbox, threat intel integration, firewalls, SIEM, patch and vulnerability management etc. - Familiarity with using scripting languages for security automation. - Ability to juggle multiple tasks and projects with varying priorities. - Ability to document findings for audiences with various levels of technical expertise. - MUST BE A US CITIZEN. - Cyber Defense Club membership a plus! Benefits AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $43,200.00/Yr. - USD $72,100.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a SPIR Coordinator to support HM&E testing in Norfolk, VA. This position is hybrid remote/on-site. - Provide Administrative support services to NSWC-PD Department 20 Machinery Programs and Platforms. - Specialize in System/Software Problem/Improvement Report (SPIR) Coordination support for Surface Ships undergoing maintenance availabilities. - Accurately input handwritten SPIR reports into the approved NSWC-PD SPIR Tracking Tool. - Continuously monitor the SPIR Tracking Tool Database. - Provide weekly SPIR reports to the customer. - Utilization of SPIR Tracking Sheets and Databases to meet SURFMEPP product value stream by working closely with: - Regional Maintenance Center (RMC) Modernization Coordination Office - TYCOMM - SURFMEPP Community / NAVSEA Qualifications - High School Diploma or GED - Minimum 2 years of experience providing System/Software Problem/Improvement Report (SPIR) OR JIRA, R-Supply, One Touch, NALCOMMIS or OMMS-NG coordination for surface ships undergoing maintenance availabilities. - 2 years of experience in the utilization of tracking spreadsheets and databases. - Specialize in Quality Assurance - Active Secret security clearance. Benefits AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. Company Description AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $47,300.00/Yr. - USD $78,900.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description - Conduct analysis of emerging DoD air system programs using modern digital engineering tools and reviewing historical performance of related programs, technologies, and activities. - Evaluate the acquisition and technology risks of air-systems programs and supporting development; secure cutting-edge technology and engineering capabilities to facilitate modernization efforts across DoD. - Analyze and evaluate acquisitions programs to support timely delivery of key warfighting capabilities to DoD; integrate analysis of digital engineering artifacts into the assessment. - Work with a team of driven, supportive and highly skilled professionals; work closely with senior government decision makers and managers and stay in sync with DoD priorities. - Manage efforts within a mixed virtual-, in-person work center. - Provide Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) and Systems Engineering support to the government on advanced air systems. - Provide testing and evaluation (T&E) expertise related to air systems. - Provide DTE&A Assessments and risk evaluations to OUSD(R&E), Milestone Decision Authorities, Services, and PEOs. - Review and assess Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), developmental test plans, System Engineering Plans (SEPs), Lifecycle Sustainment Plan (LCSPs), Acquisition Decision Memoranda (ADMs), Acquisition Baselines and Strategies, and other milestone decision documents. - Evaluate test results, schedules, resources, and technological risks for program reviews. - Evaluate digital engineering artifacts produced by programs, test centers, and services in support of informing DTE&A assessments. - Provide working-level integrated product teams (WIPTs) Test and Evaluation and systems engineering support; support Independent Technical Risk Assessments (ITRA). - Develop papers, reports, and briefings targeted to senior OSD decision makers. - Assess and provide recommendations on DT&E policy. Qualifications - 12 Years or more of experience. - U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance. - BS in technical field required, MS desired. - Top Secret Clearance (SCI eligibility). - 10 years of experience overseeing engineering activities (e.g. requirements, design, integration, and test). - 8 years of experience supporting DoD Air Warfare MDAPs, developmental test and evaluation, and systems engineering and analysis. - Experience with emerging MBSE, digital engineering-focused programs and tools such as CAMEO, AFSIM. - Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing. - Ability to develop papers, reports, and briefings targeted to senior decision makers. - Experience to include supporting policy and process engineering activities. - Experience supporting OSD and/or Service Branch HQ organizations. - Well versed in DoD 5000 instruction and DoDAF. Benefits - Healthcare benefits. - Paid leave. - Retirement plans. - Insurance programs. - Education and training assistance. Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $129,800.00/Yr. - USD $216,700.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status