Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 19 March 2008
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– Aristophanes
Welcome to the latest edition of the number one Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter, “DEFCON-1,” a networking newsletter featuring job opportunities and career advice for those who are part of the global defense, aerospace, maritime, marine technology and security industry.
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*** In this issue (This week’s jobs are listed here, and then offered with links or in more detail below):
1.) Data Helper, Alion Science and Technology, Rome, NY
2.) Account Supervisor, Military Marketing Vehicle Purchase Program, Campbell-Ewald, Detroit, MI
3.) Specialist II Govt Rltns, Raytheon, ROSSLYN, VA
4.) Senior Systems Engineer, Rockwell Collins, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
5.) Corporate News Bureau Representative, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Arlington, VA
6.) Software Verification and Validation Engineer, L3 Communications, Grand Rapids, MI
7.) Composite Technicians, Alkan Shelter, LLC, Fairbanks AK
8.) Acquisition, Program Management and Technical Support (DAWIA Level III Certified), Sparta, Washington, DC
9.) General Accountant, Cubic, San Diego, CA
10.) Executive Asst., Camber Corporation, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
11.) Res Prog.Anl/Com.Sci/Sft.Eng, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC
12.) Threats Analysis Analyst, ANSER, Arlington, VA
13.) Senior Technical Editor-Q, DELEX Systems, Quantico, VA
14.) Director, Defense Media Activity (DMA), Alexandria, VA
15.) Marine Engineer, Alion Science and Technology, Pascagoula, MS
16.) Training Specialist (Intelligence), Army Training and Doctrine Command, Ft Huachuca, AZ
17.) Weapons System Development Engineer, Jacobs Technology-TEAS, Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB, Florida
18.) Sr. Logistics Analyst, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC
19.) SAP Business Analyst-PP/MM, REMEC Defense & Space, San Diego, California
20.) Communications Analysts (2 positions), Robbins Gioia, Alexandria, VA
21.) Communications Consultant, Robbins Gioia, Alexandria, VA
22.) Program Support / IT Specialist Department, Code SEA05 (R&SE) and WFC information technology (IT), Delta Resources, Washington DC
23.) JSEAS Software Developer, Craig Technologies, Patuxent River, MD
24.) Nuclear Physicist/Nuclear Engineer, URS Corporation, Fairfax, VA
*** And more…
*** Offshore Patrol Vessels Middle East
Examining OPV Capabilities And Business Opportunities For Operations In The Persian Gulf
April 28 – 29, 2008* Mövenpick Hotel Bur Dubai* Dubai, UAE
The future of naval business development has increasingly focused on smaller, more functional vessels and the Middle East is one of the fastest growing areas for spending on defence equipment. OPV Middle East brings together the two biggest growing areas of naval investment in one place.You benefit from a fully rounded agenda on OPVs, Corvettes and Fast Attack Craft in use in the Middle East. Key topics of conversation will focus on:
Maritime security in the Persian Gulf
Operational importance of smaller vessels in the Middle East
Propulsion, weapons and sensor suite options for OPVs
Maintenance, manning and threat detection
Join international experts, Middle Eastern OPV programmes and keynote speaker:
Vice Admiral Cosgriff, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Central Command; Commander, U.S. 5th Fleet and Commander, Combined Maritime Forces
Major General Carl Dodd (Ret’d), former Commander, United Nations Truce Supervision Organisation
UAE Navy OPV programe
http://www.iqpcevents.com/ShowEvent.aspx?id=67846&details=88322
*** Brian Wolff told me about this site. The guy’s collection is amazing!
http://www.greatwhitefleet.info/
*** Free speech in Berkeley (and interesting look at who free speech should apply to, and who it should not):
http://www.thedailyshow.com/video/index.jhtml?videoId=163653&title=marines-i
*** From Cathleen Wolf:
The Future Of The Navy
Is The Future Of San DiegoNavy Region Southwest Commander
Assesses The Command
http://www.sandiegometro.com/2008/mar/coverstory2.php
*** Send an announcement to the 500-plus defense industry professionals on this list for just $200. Contact Ned at lundquist989@cs.com.
*** Pursuant to the National Defense Authorization Act of Fiscal
Year 2000, the Department of Defense released to Congress today the
“2008 Military Power of the People's Republic of China” report.
The entire report can be viewed at:
http://www.defenselink.mil/pubs/pdfs/China_Military_Report_08.pdf .
*** Here are the jobs for this week:
1.) Data Helper, Alion Science and Technology, Rome, NY
Qualifications
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to lift, unassisted 25 pounds, move and unpack boxes of library materials as well as push/pull loaded book cart.
Ability to accurately sort and file alphabetically and numerically.
Demonstrate high degree of capability in arithmetic, alphabet, spelling and reading.
Demonstrate minimum of entry level experience in MS Office.
Willing to accept 3rd to 4th year high school student, high school graduate or equivalent.
Responsibilities
Assists Data Entry Staff by pulling and shelving documents.
Assists Data Entry Staff by checking books in and out.
Maintains library materials by checking in dropped off items, sorts items on book carts and on shelves.
Performs library maintenance tasks, which may include acquisition, classification, storage, accountability, retrieval, and distribution of hard copy documents.
Collects data, organizes input data, and executes existing computer programs to perform data file maintenance and/or to obtain an output product. Communicates effectively.
Complies with safety and security procedures in the performance of duties.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job ID 8226.
Find out just how far your skills will take you with Alion Science and Technology. Join us. We offer competitive salaries and outstanding benefit packages to full and half-time employees.
Conditions of Employment
Applicants who are offered employment with Alion will be required to complete an Alion Application for Employment form. Also, as a condition of employment, you will be required to sign a Disclosure and Authorization form for a background/reference check of employment history, education, references and criminal records. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of your reference check.
(Note: If you wish to submit your resume for this position with Alion Science and Technology, please follow the instruction to apply online, but also send your resume to Ned at elundquist@alionscience.com, and I will also upload it into the system as a “refer a friend” submission for you.)
*** From Amy Cipa:
Hello,
I was referred to this newsletter by a military veteran. My company, Campbell-Ewald, is seeking a candidate with recent military experience for our advertising agency. The position is located in Detroit, Michigan. I have provided a job description below.
Thank you,
Amy Cipa
Human Resources
586-558-6326
CAMPBELL-EWALD
www.campbell-ewald.com
2.) Account Supervisor, Military Marketing Vehicle Purchase Program, Campbell-Ewald, Detroit, MI
Campbell-Ewald has an immediate opportunity available for an Account Supervisor. This position will be based in Detroit, MI. The position will entail:
– Assist in developing communication strategy for the Military Purchase Program – Lead marketing activities for Military Purchase Program, execution & promotion – Lead advertising agency in Military Marketing campaigns – Execute strategy for Web-site marketing – Improve Military Email Strategy – Conduct periodic business reviews and reporting – Manage Military fulfillment agency-ensure streamlined process, cost reduction initiatives – Plan and staff events at Military bases
Minimum qualifications will include a Bachelor's degree in Advertising, Marketing Communications or a related field and 5+ years of experience in account management or solution development in the marketing communications and/or Internet marketing fields, and prior military experience. Additional requirements include:
– Knowledge of Military communication channels and protocol – Excellent interpersonal skills – Demonstrated verbal and written communication and presentation skills, including how to run meetings and negotiate with internal groups – Demonstrated commitment to external and internal customer satisfaction – Knowledge of pc applications, such as Excel, Word, and Powerpoint – Familiarity with web and email marketing – Ability to positively influence results
If you are looking for an environment that is unique and multi-disciplinary with an opportunity for growth, please apply to www.campbell-ewald.com/careers for immediate consideration.
Campbell-Ewald strives to be the multicultural employer of choice in our industry and strongly supports equal employment opportunity.
3.) Specialist II Govt Rltns, Raytheon, ROSSLYN, VA
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=69517092
4.) Senior Systems Engineer, Rockwell Collins, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
http://www.uptilt.com/c.html?rtr=on&s=9ij,y2zb,24z8,ls5g,holg,bltt,g3lq
*** From Gus Gulmert:
Ned:
I hope your Paris vacation was wonderful. Sure sounds good. We have a communications job opening up here at the Northrop Grumman Washington Office. Would very much like to get this listing into your next Job-of-the-Week newsletter. Thanks.
–Gus
5.) Corporate News Bureau Representative, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Arlington, VA
Reports to the Director of Corporate Communications – Washington and supports the organization's mission by identifying and conveying usable public information regarding specific corporate interests to internal Corporate and Sector audiences. This individual will regularly monitor the Internet for breaking news related to the company and industry, help ensure timely delivery of relevant information to Northrop Grumman's senior leadership team, as well as provide news analysis to help enhance Northrop Grumman's competitive position. Specific responsibilities include:
* Daily, round-the-clock monitoring of online media sources;
* Posting to Northrop Grumman's NetNews site;
* Daily development and dissemination of Northrop Grumman e-NEWS;
* Monitor new communications media (blogs, vlogs, discussion boards, etc.) and identify issues of strategic importance to the Corporation;
* Track media reporting on competitive intelligence/programmatic issues and serve as liaison to the Government / Customer Relations organization;
* Track Government Relations issues in the media and help the Government Relations office meet its legislative goals; and
* Support other Corporate Communications projects as defined and required
Basic Qualifications:
3-5 years of related experience. Bachelors degree.
Posting ID: CO/039525
http://careers.northropgrumman.com/ExternalHorizonsWeb/getJobPostDetail.do?sequenceNumber=143598
6.) Software Verification and Validation Engineer, L3 Communications, Grand Rapids, MI
7.) Composite Technicians, Alkan Shelter, LLC, Fairbanks AK
http://www.aeroindustryjobs.com/aero_visitor_ViewJobDetail.aspx?job_number=6296
8.) Acquisition, Program Management and Technical Support (DAWIA Level III Certified), Sparta, Washington, DC
The Product Acquisition Directorate (PAD), within SPARTA's Government Customer, has a requirement for Science and Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) support to the Deputy Assistant Director for Product Acquisition and Deployment Directorate.
General Position Description:
Provide acquisition, program management and technical support to the Deputy Assistant Director for Product Acquisition and Deployment Directorate in the Product Acquisition Directorate for all efforts associated with the planning, acquisition, development, test & evaluation, delivery, installation and deployment of systems to support the global and domestic radiation and nuclear detection architecture. This support includes, but is not limited to: monitoring and tracking the Prime Contractors cost, schedule and technical performance, preparing draft acquisition documentation; preparing draft executive level program status briefing materials; preparing draft technical instructions; coordination with internal and external activities to discuss/resolve action items/issues; providing budget inputs for the FYHSP and Congressional Justification; providing inputs for the OMB 300; scheduling and attending program reviews and technical meetings; preparing meeting agendas, presentation material and meeting minutes.
Tasks to be performed include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Provide liaison between the Deputy Assistant Director for Product Acquisition and Deployment Directorate; PAD program Managers, internal Directorates, DOE labs, systems engineering contractor, PAD prime contractors and other activities for central coordination of all efforts relating to the planning, acquisition, development, test & evaluation, delivery, installation and deployment of systems/equipment to support the global and domestic radiation and nuclear detection architecture.
• Prepare draft acquisition documents (i.e. Acquisition Plan, Acquisition Program Baseline, Program/Project Plans, Mission Needs Statement, CONOPS etc.) and updates as necessary in accordance with the Homeland Security Acquisition Manual (HSAM) and Management Directive 1400 for all systems/equipment acquired to support the global and domestic radiation and nuclear detection architecture.
• Provide central coordination and liaison with internal and external PAD activities to obtain all documentation required to support acquisition milestone briefs (i.e. KDPs) and program status briefings to the Investment Review Board, Under Secretary of Management, the Office of Procurement Operations and Congressional level inquiries. Prepare draft briefing materials for the Deputy Assistant Director for Product Acquisition and Deployment Directorate.
• Monitor and track status of Prime Contractors cost, schedule and technical performance. Review and evaluate prime contractors monthly cost (including Earned Value Management System) and schedule progress reports. Identify issues and provide status provide status of action items to PAD PM.
• Prepare draft integrated program schedules for all activities associated with the acquisition, development, test, evaluation, delivery, installation and deployment of systems/equipment for the global and domestic radiation and nuclear detection architecture.
• Monitor and track status of program action items. Coordinate with Prime Contractor, DOE labs, internal activities and other contractors as required to resolve action items. Establish and maintain program action item status reports and provide status to the Program Manager.
• Prepare draft Technical Instructions, Task Orders and SOWs for PAD prime contractors, DOE Labs and other activities involved in the acquisition of systems/equipment for the global and domestic radiation and nuclear detection architecture.
• Research/resolve various technical, programmatic and budget issues as directed by the Deputy Assistant Director for Product Acquisition and Deployment Directorate.
• Prepare draft responses to Congressional level inquiries and Exec-Sec suspense actions.
• Review white papers, design trade studies, proposed engineering design changes and other technical documentation for impacts to baseline program schedules. Identify issues and provide recommendations for resolution to the Program Manager.
• Review and evaluate technical proposals submitted by prime contractors and other activities as directed and provide comments to the Program Manager.
• Provide inputs for the Concept of Operations Document, Test Requirements Documents, Test Plans and Field Validation Test Plans.
• Establish and maintain program information notebooks as directed. Notebooks should contain but not be limited to, acquisition documents, technical instructions, schedules, contract, budget, PRs, SOWs and other relevant information as directed by the Program Manager.
• Maintain an electronic and/or hard copy repository of all program documentation as directed by the Program Manager.
• Coordinate with the program COTR to monitor and tracks status of prime contractor CDRLs. Review CDRLs and provide comments to the POC. Coordinate CDRL reviews and comment resolution meetings as required with the program team. Consolidate review comments and provide draft CDRL disposition letters as required to the Program Manager.
• Prepare draft Procurement Request (PRs) as directed by the Program Manager.
• Assist the Program Manager in developing program budget execution requirements to support annual and out year budget reviews for the FYHSP and Congressional Justification.
• Provide program cost and schedule inputs for the OMB300s and quarterly reports to the PAD BFM.
• Attend Prime Contractor Program Management Reviews, SRRs, PDRs, CDRs, working groups and other relevant program meetings and PAD staff meetings as directed by the Program Manager. Prepare draft meeting agendas, materials, minutes and action items.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• BS Degree in engineering, physics or management science.
• 20 years of Program/Project management experience for a major DOD or DHS program.
• DAWIA Level III Certifications in Acquisition and/or Program Management
• Former military officer or senior Program Manager in Industry.
• Ability to work without constant supervision or support; proactive and conscientious work habits.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships in a multi-agency matrix organization that is comprised of Federal Employees, Detailees, Intergovernmental Personnel and Executive Level personnel within and external to SPARTA's Government Customer.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Project,).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and respond to quick turn-around requests.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
• MS in engineering or physics.
• MA in management
• DAWIA Level III certification in Test & Evaluation
• DAWIA Level III certification in Systems Engineering
9.) General Accountant, Cubic, San Diego, CA
http://jobs.cubic.com/opportunities/process/?action=viewdetails&jobref=1092427969188&sessID=f15f8321d367c2c553895c0fe1c8eb08b635c694c656dda0b14ccbd92ab3e948
10.) Executive Asst., Camber Corporation, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
http://www.256jobs.com/Search/DisplayJobDetails.aspx?Id=17855
11.) Res Prog.Anl/Com.Sci/Sft.Eng, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC
Job Description:
Assist the PMS 317 Configuration Manager in the planning and execution of CM project related functions of an Amphibious Ship Class. Provide data management to ensure compliance with contractual and program requirements. Provide support in the planning, preparation and conducting of Change Boards (IRB, TSR, CCB, SCD). Development of CM related documentation including CM Plans, point papers, presentations, and standard operating procedures. Provide continuous improvement recommendations. Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on SHIPMAIN (EP) and related CM initiatives. Assistance in CM training and serve as CM Liaison between PMS 317 and various stakeholders. Performance periodic reviews of CM documents applicable to a Ship Class program and develop an appropriate response/recommendation.
Qualifications:
Candidate must have an active Secret security clearance and a minimum of 3 years experience in Configuration Management (CM) related to U.S. Navy ship. Possess CM Knowledge in Shipbuilding and Conversion, Navy (SCN) environment is preferable. Applicant must have knowledge of database application and manipulation to perform editing, retrieval, and archiving functions of CM documentation. Applicant must possess the ability to successfully research CM issues related to hardware and software and develop sound recommendations. Have familiarity with the organizational structure and experience working in a Program Management Office (PMO) environment. Applicant must have a Bachelors Degree or higher or some college credits with 7+ years of relevant experience. Applicant must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Position Code: 6947. Recruiter: Josephine Fasusi
(Note: If you wish to submit your resume for this position with Alion Science and Technology, please follow the instruction to apply online, but also send your resume to Ned at elundquist@alionscience.com, and I will also upload it into the system as a “refer a friend” submission for you.)
12.) Threats Analysis Analyst, ANSER, Arlington, VA
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=24298101
13.) Senior Technical Editor-Q, DELEX Systems, Quantico, VA
Description:
Will edit MSWord documents of varying lengths (several pages to hundreds of pages per document) and proof graphics. Will work with writers to prepare document for hardcopy and web publishing. Must be able to articulate editing decisions to writers (must have good oral and written communication skills). Must be able to meet production deadlines. Must have people skills to work tactfully in a customer environment (must be able to negotiate with writers). Must be able to acquire proficiency in Adobe InDesign and FrameMaker. Highly desirable that editor be able to export InDesign files to XML.
Please inlcude your approximate salary expectations with your resume.
Skills and Requirements:
A current SSBI Required
Very high editing skills in English, expert with grammar, usage, punctuation, Style Guides, etc Required
Must be eligible for an SCI billet Required
Thorough knowledge of MS Office Products, particularly MSWord and Excel Required
Able to work with writers on products Required
Ability to work Monday through Friday in a classified environment Required
Extensive editing experience (6 to 10 or more years) Required
Prior military experience Desired
Familiar with desktop publishing programs like FrameMaker, Adobe InDesign, and XML Desired
4-year degree in English Desired
US Citizenship: Required
http://www.delex.com/careerDetail.aspx?id=365
14.) Director, Defense Media Activity (DMA), Alexandria, VA
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE REQUIRES EXECUTIVE TO LEAD NEW ORGANIZATION
Job Announcement Number: DMA-SES-08-001
The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs is seeking an energetic, experienced and imaginative executive to consolidate various media organizations within the Department of Defense into a new Defense Media Activity. The objective of this effort is to establish and sustain this new organization as a dynamic, technologically advanced, state-of-the-art, world-wide, multi-media enterprise. The individual selected for this position will be appointed as a member of the Federal Senior Executive Service, with a salary up to $172,200 based on past earnings and experience, eligibility for performance bonuses, and a generous benefits package.
The Defense Media Activity (DMA) is a world-wide media organization reporting to the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs. DMA employs state-of-the-art and emerging media technologies in the production and distribution of a broad range of products and services that are essential to meeting the ever-changing information requirements of Department of Defense civilian and military leaders, current and former military service members and their families and external audiences. It consists of 2400 military, civilian, and contract personnel and an annual appropriated budget in excess of $225 million. The Activity operates from eight locations in the United States and 33 permanent overseas sites, and with deployed military forces throughout the world, including in Afghanistan and Iraq. Products and services include the American Forces Radio and TV Service; Defense Imagery Management Operations Center; Defense Information School; Defense Link and Military Service public web sites; Stars and Stripes Newspapers; Soldiers, All Hands, Airman and Marines magazines; and the Bloggers Roundtable. Additional information is available on the DMA website at: dma.mil.
The incumbent serves as a fully empowered DoD field activity director with complete responsibility for accomplishment of the DMA mission and for all attendant operations, policies, procedures, programs, resources, and systems.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
Position will Relocate to Ft. Meade, MD o/a September 2011
Requires a Secret Clearance, drug test and financial disclosure report
All applications must be received by the closing date of this announcement.
More information on this unique opportunity is available at: http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/agency_search.asp. Information on the Defense Media Activity may be found at: http://www.dma.mil/.
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=69802340&
15.) Marine Engineer, Alion Science and Technology, Pascagoula, MS
Job description:
Duties and responsibilities include the validation of one line electrical diagrams. Provide ship board trial card support. Support services include, extracting electrical one line diagrams, manufacture replica one line placards and installation of placards. Duties also include the auditing of electrical panel label plates, reporting and the validation of corrected issues. Manufacturing and installation of electrical labels as required.
Qualifications:
Provide electrical support for clearing trial cards. Validate electrical drawings. Provide label plate support for all electrical issues. Provide DC ILS support for all electrical issues. Polyester label art work design and manufacturing. Minimum 5-8yrs of exp.
Position Code: 8228. Recruiter: Josephine Fasusi
(Note: If you wish to submit your resume for this position with Alion Science and Technology, please follow the instruction to apply online, but also send your resume to Ned at elundquist@alionscience.com, and I will also upload it into the system as a “refer a friend” submission for you.)
16.) Training Specialist (Intelligence), Army Training and Doctrine Command, Ft Huachuca, AZ
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=69264556
17.) Weapons System Development Engineer, Jacobs Technology-TEAS, Fort Walton Beach-Eglin AFB, Florida
15 yrs experience providing aircraft integration and flight test support to weapon System development. Air to surface weapons experience. Experience should span all aspects of aircraft integration to include physical/mechanical, electrical, logical interfaces, operational flight program cycles and requirements, familiarity with development of interface control documents, operator in the loop impacts to interface design, knowledge of MIL-STD-1760 and 1553.
Typical functions include supporting JDAM FMS case activities to include capabilities briefings and acting as the SME for the integration and test of JDAM on aircraft.
Bachelors degree in engineering required-Masters preferred
http://jobs.defensedaily.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=2160&jb=4282746
18.) Sr. Logistics Analyst, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC
Job description:
Provide direct support to NAVSEA Amphibious Program Office In-Service Ship Life Cycle /Logistics Manager. Duties include but not limited to: Participate in Weekly Life Cycle/Logistics meetings. Coordinate CDMD-OA inputs and identify support for unique system requirements. Track and monitor and be familiar with the Open Architectural Retrieval Systems(OARS). Track and monitor ship intermediate maintenance data (3M) and be familiar with the SHIPMAIN process. Assist with drafting and tracking Ship Change Documents (SCD). Track and monitor Battle Spares for the Program Office. Track and Monitor plus input supply data into the various automated US Navy Supply Data Bases.
Qualifications:
Applicant must be familiar with the SHIPMAIN Process. Applicant must have knowledge of the OARS Data Base and CDMD-OA Data Bases. The Candidate must be familiar with Navy Supply Data Bases. Applicant must process a secret clearance. Candidate should have U.S.Navy Supply Corps experience. Applicant must be skilled in both oral and written communications.
Position Code: 8043. Recruiter: Josephine Fasusi
(Note: If you wish to submit your resume for this position with Alion Science and Technology, please follow the instruction to apply online, but also send your resume to Ned at elundquist@alionscience.com, and I will also upload it into the system as a “refer a friend” submission for you.)
19.) SAP Business Analyst-PP/MM, REMEC Defense & Space, San Diego, California
http://jobs.defensedaily.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=2160&jb=4274548
*** From Kris Hoegel:
Ned,
We have three positions available with one of our Customs sites. Interested candidates should apply online by going to our website, www.robbinsgioia.com and creating a candidate profile. Current openings include:
20.) Communications Analysts (2 positions), Robbins Gioia, Alexandria, VA
4+ years in one or more of these areas, with demonstrated knowledge on current communication tenets, concepts, and best practices. Optimal candidate should possess education, skills, and experience in the following areas: research; communication strategy and planning; stakeholder identification; interviewing; messaging; writing/product development; editing; design and layout; web-based media; event support; executive communication/staff work; and measurement and evaluation.
21.) Communications Consultant, Robbins Gioia, Alexandria, VA
10+ years in one or more of these areas, with demonstrated knowledge on current communication tenets, concepts, and best practices. Optimal candidate should possess education, skills, and experience in the following areas: research; communication strategy and planning; stakeholder identification; interviewing; messaging; writing/product development; editing; design and layout; web-based media; event support; executive communication/staff work; and measurement and evaluation.
Both positions require a BA/BS degree and current Customs clearance or ability to obtain one. Full position descriptions can be found online at the website!
Thanks,
Kris Hoegel
Corporate Talent Manager
DHS & Civilian Agencies
P. 703-739-6125
F. 703-548-3724
11 Canal Center Plaza
Alexandria, VA 22314
www.robbinsgioia.com
22.) Program Support / IT Specialist Department, Code SEA05 (R&SE) and WFC information technology (IT), Delta Resources, Washington DC
Delta provides SEA05 (R&SE) and WFC information technology (IT) support. There are over 700 computers that it manages within the Navy Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) contract. We provide office management solutions to enhance the productivity of the personnel and act as the local helpdesk to troubleshoot and repair the classified and unclassified computer assets. The support team for the Assistant Chief Information Officer (ACIO) coordinates with the NAVSEA CIO office for data exchange between the Navy and NMCI. The position requires knowledge of the Windows and Office Operating system with an emphasis on Outlook functionality. There is a variety of engineering and financial software that Delta provides a degree of support within the NMCI contract. Delta provides NAVSEA with guidance in managing its software portfolio as the Functional Area Manager (FAM) in Test & Evaluation and Weapons Planning Control. The Navy is focusing on the reduction and consolidation of IT applications and databases and has the authority to direct migration, consolidation, or retirement of these applications and databases. The Navy uses the DON Data Applications & System (DADMS) and DOD IT Portfolio Repository – DON (DITPR-DON) web sites to manage the portfolios. This responsibility goes across all NAVSEA HQ and Field activities and requires a good understanding of systems and software and good communication skills. Qualifications: Education and Major Field of Study Required: B.S. in Computer Science Experience Required: 3+ years of experience Technical Skills Required: Software: Microsoft Operating System 2000 and XP, Microsoft Office 2003 Security Clearance: Secret or ability to obtain Secret clearance
http://www.delta-va.com/main.cfm?page=jobResults&nav=careers
*** From Fabiola Mariscal:
Hello Ned,
My name is Fabie Mariscal and I am the Corporate Recruiting Manager for Craig Technologies. I just stumbled on your website this morning and wondered if could post an employment opportunity that we have available at Patuxent River, MD. I have included it in the bottom of my email. I understand that you have a rather large network and would like to be a part of it.
Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Fabie
Fabiola Mariscal
Corporate Recruiting Manager
Craig Technologies
8(a) certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned
Woman-owned, HUBZone Certified
757.301.6344 Voice
757.289.2185 Cell
fabiola.mariscal@craigtechinc.com
www.craigtechinc.com
Family…Integrity…Loyalty…Passion
23.) JSEAS Software Developer, Craig Technologies, Patuxent River, MD
The JSEAS effort is a joint venture among the US Navy, US Air Force, and UK Ministry of Defense to develop safe escape and mission planning products for the JSF aircraft.
The JSEAS Software Developer will perform a variety of software development and maintenance activities for the Joint Safe Escape Analysis Solution (JSEAS) program. The focus for this position will be the design, development, unit test, and documentation of object oriented software sub-systems. The Developer will apply documented project processes and tools to ensure that quality standards for development and configuration management are applied to the JSEAS software development effort. Documentation of the intermediate steps and products will be critical and the Developer will fully participate in preparation of support documentation including design specs, change request notes, action items, defect analysis, alternative analysis, unit level tests, and others.
The Software Developer will likely be assigned to support the development of a major JSEAS system and a specific JSEAS Team Lead, but may occasionally be assigned to work on tasks for other JSEAS software systems.
Given the nature of software development and the IT industry in general, there is an expectation that this person shall be willing to research new IT technologies, trends, and issues at the request of project managers.
The Developer must be prepared to accept tasking and work effectively with a culturally and geographically diverse team and to support regular team meetings. Good communication skills are important.
Requirements:
experience with formal CS education or by a more experienced professional with a mix of formal CS education/training and on-the-job experience.
The Software Developer shall:
• Follow organizational standards and procedures for software development and modification.
• Contribute to software design using OO principles.
• Contribute to software documentation.
• Contribute to sub-system development (coding).
• Participate in code reviews.
• Perform sub-system unit testing and documentation.
• Participate in sub-system integration.
• Perform analysis of software to determine the causes for defects found by production analysts and testers.
• Develop recommendation for modifying software.
• Prepare written statements to document analysis and recommendations.
• Implement modifications to software.
• Participate in generation of software documentation products including requirements specification, design description, interface description, test plans, and users manuals.
• Attend meetings, record notes, and potentially prepare/deliver presentations.
• Potentially participate in planning and execution of testing plans.
Required Qualifications:
• A four-year degree preferably with a major in computer science, but optionally a four-year technical degree.
• Formal education/training or substantial on-the-job experience in C#/.NET and object oriented design.
• Formal education/training or substantial on-the-job experience developing graphical user interfaces using .NET programming languages.
Other Valuable Qualifications:
• Experience performing software debugging and debugging techniques preferably in C#/.NET.
• Forman education/training or substantial OJT experience in managed and/or unmanaged C++.
• Formal education in mathematics, mechanics, physics, and/or engineering.
• Experience in high level and architectural software design.
• Experience with software system integration.
• Experience with software interface design.
• Experience in preparing documentation & familiarity with industry standard documents normally generated during software lifecycle.
• Professional experience.
• Experience in any of the following software technologies a benefit: installation applications, databases, COM, federal government and industry software standards, configuration management tools, software process management tools, requirements analysis tools, software design tools, CMM, numerical methods, computational methods, graphical user interface standards, multi-document interface, binary data files, DOS commands/syntax, ASCII file I/O, OGL, graphical animation, data plotting/graphing.
Experience in any of the following technologies a benefit: aircraft mission planning, aircraft trajectory simulation, weapon trajectory simulation, weapon fragmentation, Navy weapons and stores, flight dynamics, aerodynamics, classical mechanics, weapon fuzing, guided weapons.
Clearance: Secret
Req: 477083
Contact:
Fabiola Mariscal
Corporate Recruiting Manager
Craig Technologies
8(a) certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned
Woman-owned, HUBZone Certified
757.301.6344 Voice
757.289.2185 Cell
fabiola.mariscal@craigtechinc.com
www.craigtechinc.com
24.) Nuclear Physicist/Nuclear Engineer, URS Corporation, Fairfax, VA
– Master's degree in health physics, nuclear engineering, or a related scientific field
– Ten years work experience including four years experience in health physics, radiation dosimetry, dose reconstruction, or radiation effects
– Ability to integrate requirements into organizational level goals and objectives, develop execution plans, and document the process in project plans
– Demonstrated ability to work with senior executives
– Outstanding communication, presentation, and public relations skills
– Current DoD Secret clearance or Department of Energy Q clearance
– Program management experience and/or Certified Health Physicist
Job Description :
Provide technical analysis, advice, and assistance to the DoD Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) supporting the R&D Nuclear Technologies Directorate, Survivability Division
Responsibilities:
Assist in managing Nuclear Test Personnel Review program to include:
– Analysis of program policy on dose reconstruction and case management
– Monitoring of support contractor performance, program metrics, and program budgets
– Development of procurement packages for contractual requirements
– Coordination of responses to Congressional and Freedom of Information Act inquiries
– Interagency communication and program public relations/outreach
– Technical support for interactions with federal advisory boards involved with radiogenic disease and compensation
– Interaction with program stakeholders including veterans and federal agency representatives
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=69844885
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