DEFCON 1 Newsletter for November 2, 2011

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Exploring
the Future of Global Surface Combatant Fleets

Surface
Warships 2012 Paris

http://www.surfacewarships.com/Event.aspx?id=589698

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Defense
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DEFCON
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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.) One System Remote Video Terminal (OSRVT)
Technical Writer & Trainer, MCR, Ft. Benning, GA

2.) Aluminum Fabricator, Aluminum Center of
Excellence (ACE), a Fincantieri Marine Group Company, Green Bay, Wisconsin

3.) Aeronautical Engineer Sr (Flight Test
Engineer), Lockheed Martin, Patuxent River NAS, Maryland

4.) Missile Defense Capability Analysis and
Assessment, Mitre, Colorado Springs, CO

5.) Project Managers Full Time, JPI, Washington,
DC

6.) Jr. Cost Analyst, MCR, Huntsville, AL

7.) Network Defense Analysts (cyber security
professionals), Lockheed Martin, Herndon, VA

8.) Test and Evaluation Engineer, Austal USA,
Mobile, Ala.

9.) Linguist- TS/SCI Clearance required, STG,
Inc., Reston, VA

10.) Communications Manager – Internal
Communications & Marketing, DRS RSTA, DRS Technologies, Inc., Dallas, Texas

11.) Defense System Acquisition Specialist –
Nuclear C3 Program Job, SAIC, Fort George G Meade, MD

12.) Research Analyst Economist, Center for Naval
Analyses, Alexandria, VA

13.) Senior Director Business Development –
Aerospace and Weapons Systems, Marotta Controls, Inc., Montville, NJ

14.) Communications Specialist 2, Boeing Company,
Fairfax, VA

15.) Senior Cyber Defense Analyst, Cobham Analytic
Solutions, Suitland, MD

16.)
Managing Editor, Defense News, Gannett Government Media, Springfield, VA

17.) Career Opportunities: Director Continuous
Improvement, DRS Environmental Systems, DRS Technologies, Inc., Florence, KY

…and
more!

*** Surface Navy Association CAPT Raymond A.
Komorowski Photography Award

The
deadline for submissions for the Surface Navy Association’s annual

CAPT
Raymond A. Komorowski Photography Award is November 1 2011.

Please
don't forget to promote the . Any
photograph relating to Surface Warfare will be considered. The winning photo receives $500 and there are
also cash awards available for second, third and honorable mention. Deadline
for submissions is November 1, 2011.
Please follow the guidelines below or see our website for details.

Both
amateur and professional photographers may submit pictures. There is a limit of
three (3) images per person. Digital images are preferred and must be no less
than 5″ x 7″ at 300 DPI. They should be emailed to
awards@navysna.org. Each picture must be
accompanied with the photographer's name, address, phone number, and email.
Each picture should also have a caption.

If
you are unable to submit electronically hard copies can be sent to us at the
address below and must be postmarked by November 1 2011. Image should not be smaller than 5″ x
7″.

It
is very important that entries NOT have been previously published, in any media
accessible to the general public or Navy-wide. Prior publication could result
in the relinquishment of prize awards. Entries must be submissioned by
established contest deadlines. If you
submit a hard copy photo and would like it returned, please enclose a
self-addressed, stamped envelope with your entries.

Image
Usage: Photographers retain ownership
and copyright of their submitted images.
In consideration of the awards presented to the winning images,
photographers grant exclusive use of their winning images to the SNA for use in
their various media for the period of time from selection as winner to 30 days
after the National Symposium where the award is presented. Additionally, photographers grant continued
non-exclusive use of their winning images to the SNA for use in their various
media and Surface Warfare Magazine for a period of three years after the
National Symposium. SNA use of any
submitted images not winning awards will be at the discretion of SNA and
subject to arrangements with the respective photographers.

PLEASE
ENSURE CONTACT INFORMATION IS CURRENT

Direct
entries to:

Surface
Navy Association

Photo
Award

2550
Huntington Ave, Suite 202

Alexandria,
VA 22303

*** Surface Warships 2012:

Exploring
the Future of Global Surface Combatant Fleets

In
a highly uncertain strategic environment, the ability to use the majority of
the world's surface, and reach most of its population makes maritime forces
those of choice for the world's main actors and their allies – and surface
warships are key components of such forces. Their need to police the oceans
against the dual threats of terrorism and piracy make surface warship
programmes a crucial and indispensable part of the future maritime environment.

Surface
Warships will provide the ideal environment for industry and naval professional
to discuss innovative future designs and the need to keep current vessels
battle ready through capability upgrades and refits.

23
– 25 January, 2012, Hyatt Regency, Paris, France

http://www.surfacewarships.com/Event.aspx?id=589698

*** Corporate Gray “Security Clearance” Job Fair

If
you have a Department of Defense security clearance at the Secret or higher
level, you are invited to meet face-to-face with many top employers at the
Friday, November 4th Corporate Gray “Security Clearance” Job Fair at the
Waterford in Springfield, Virginia. Job fair hours are 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM with
a free employment seminar titled Understanding Your Value in the Cleared
Marketplace starting at 9:00 AM.

Some
of the participating employers include: Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, URS,
National Security Agency, National Geospatial Intelligence Agency, Verizon
Business, Verizon Wireless, L-3 MPRI, Camber, and more! Free to all “cleared”
job seekers. Business attire recommended. Bring many copies of your resume.

To
see a complete list of companies signed-up to date and to register in advance,
visit www.CorporateGray.com.

Corporate
Gray “Security Clearance” Job Fair Waterford at Springfield

6715
Commerce Street

Springfield,
VA 22150

*** The Surface Navy Association Greater
Washington Chapter is pleased to announce that the speaker for the November
luncheon will be
Commodore Stephen P. Woodall, CSC, RAN, Naval Attaché, Embassy of Australia

Date:
17 November 2011

Location: Hyatt Regency Crystal City

Check-In
at 1130, Lunch at 1200

Upcoming Events:

December 14 – SNA GWC Holiday Social at
Sine’s

January 10-12, 2012 – SNA National
Symposium

March 3, 2012 – SNA GWC Dining Out

*** From Bernie Wagenblast's Transportation
Communications Newsletter (To subscribe for free, please contact Bernie at bernie@bwcommunications.net.):

UK
Royal Navy Unveils Cutting-Edge Warfare Training System

Link
to BBC News story:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-15380802

Link
to video report from British Forces News:

http://youtu.be/wX4_-Bgig2I

*** Here are the DEFCON 1 jobs for this week:

1.) One System Remote Video Terminal (OSRVT)
Technical Writer & Trainer, MCR, Ft. Benning, GA

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MCRI&cws=1&rid=952

2.) Aluminum Fabricator, Aluminum Center of
Excellence (ACE), a Fincantieri Marine Group Company, Green Bay, Wisconsin

Aluminum
Center of Excellence (ACE), a Fincantieri Marine Group Company, is a lean
enterprise dedicated to aluminum construction for both commercial and military
customers. We currently have an opportunity for a Fabricator II our Green Bay,
Wisconsin location.

The
Fabricator II will be responsible for assembling major aluminum components and
completely welding out assemblies. They will be setting up welding equipment in
accordance with approved procedures and preparing parts following work
instructions. Candidates must be able to fit and weld to close tolerances and
understand distortion control of aluminum welds. Other responsibilities include
using hand tools to cut aluminum plates, dismantle aluminum assemblies and
removing rough spots from aluminum pieces.

Qualified
candidates are required to have a high school diploma or equivalent. Candidates
must have four to five years of related experience. Welding experience and/or
training along with a general knowledge of blueprints is preferred. Light gauge
aluminum fabrication experience is also preferred. Carpentry or other
fabrication/construction experience is a plus.

ACE
offers competitive pay with benefits in a growth-oriented environment.
Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply. Apply online at https://www3.apply2jobs.com/fmg/,
and reference the position that you are applying for.

https://www3.apply2jobs.com/fmg/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=658

3.) Aeronautical Engineer Sr (Flight Test
Engineer), Lockheed Martin, Patuxent River NAS, Maryland

http://www.jibe.com/jobs/aeronautical-engineer-sr-lockheed-martin-maryland-1024-

4.) Missile Defense Capability Analysis and
Assessment, Mitre, Colorado Springs, CO

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=31472117

5.) Project Managers Full Time, JPI, Washington,
DC

http://www.jpidev.com/about-us/careers/

6.) Jr. Cost Analyst, MCR, Huntsville, AL

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MCRI&cws=1&rid=951

7.) Network Defense Analysts (cyber security
professionals), Lockheed Martin, Herndon, VA

http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=2121447

8.) Test and Evaluation Engineer, Austal USA,
Mobile, Ala.

AUTHORITIES
/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

Implement
the Test and Evaluation programs for LCS and JHSV programs. Responsible for
managing the evaluation, recommendation and implementation of testing
procedures and strategies for systems, components or modifications. Acts as an
advisor to the Test Engineering Team regarding tasks, operations and will act
as a liaison to other engineering functions.

·
Must support multiple shipbuilding programs test planning and execution

·
Be cognizant of cost and schedule relative to the programs assigned

·
Support meetings between the customer and contractor regarding testing

·
Support Program Test Team Meetings

·
Update and supply data to maintain Test Metrics

·
Assist the Trials Coordinator for ALL sea trial events

QUALIFICATIONS
/ KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

·
Minimum of two years of experience in the field of writing , scheduling
shipboard test and Finalizing Test Reports or 4 years’ experience in related
area such as test execution, engineering support of test or related industrial
experience required.

·
Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within a particular
field.

·
Ability to plan and develop testing strategies based on extensive experience
and judgment.

·
A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required.

·
Familiar with commonly used shipboard concepts, practices and procedures.

·
Demonstrated ability to read and understand ship construction drawings,
schematics and equipment operating procedures.

·
Must be able to ensure systems readiness for operation and be able to
understand how marine equipment should operate.

·
Ability to read, understand and fill out engineering logs properly.

·
Prior Coast Guard, Navy or merchant mariners experience a major plus for this
position.

·
Must possess an in-depth and extensive understanding of mechanical and
electrical propulsion and electrical power generation equipment.

·
Demonstrated knowledge of INSURV and testing modalities on modern Naval
Shipbuilding programs.

·
Ability to lead and instruct others during operational events.

·
Must be able to obtain a DOD Secret Clearance.

TOOLS:

DIRECTION
EXERCISED: Full authority to direct T&E personnel to perform duties/tasking
as required to fully implement the testing requirements for the vessel.

DISCRETION
EXERCISED: N/A

LIAISES
WITH:

·
Test and Activation Manager

·
Production

·
Engineering disciplines

·
Supply Chain Management

·
SOSB representatives

·
Navy Program Office

PHYSICAL
DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of
this job. Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites.

While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand,
walk, use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms,
climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The
employee is occasionally required to sit.

Specific
physical requirements include the following:

1.
Must have the ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel.

2.
Perform prolonged standing.

3.
Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical
axis.

4.
Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical
axis.

5.
Lift/push/pull 50lbs to 75lbs on an occasional basis.

6.
Lift/push/pull up
to 20lbs on a frequent basis.

7.
Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes
stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps).

8.
Ability to work at heights above 12’ while working from ladders, scaffolding
and/or man lifts.

9.
Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, overhead).

10.
Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and
equipment.

11.
Demonstrate good balance while working on uneven
surfaces and maneuvering obstacles.

12.
Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and
equipment.

13.
Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses,
steel-toes shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation
gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standards.

14.
Ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures.

15.
Ability to enter 18” x 36” openings and work in confined spaces for prolonged
periods of time.

16.
Able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands.

17.
Able to utilize adequate visual skills.

18.
Ability to fully extend the arm while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching
to the side and reaching down.

19.
Ability to perceive attributes of an object/material such as size, shape,
temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingers.

WORK
ENVIRONMENT

The
work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters whole performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.

While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to humid
conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather
conditions, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes
and/or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The
noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

SAFETY

Must
comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules
and regulations while performing daily job tasks.

Austal
USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Company policy prohibits discrimination,
retaliation or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. This Policy
applies to recruiting, hiring, promotions, demotions, transfers, compensation,
raises, benefits, training, facilities, discipline, and all other terms and
conditions of employment.

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=AUSTAL&cws=1&rid=4806

9.) Linguist- TS/SCI Clearance required, STG,
Inc., Reston, VA

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=31420087

10.) Communications Manager – Internal
Communications & Marketing, DRS RSTA, DRS Technologies, Inc., Dallas, Texas

DRS
Technologies, Inc.

DRS
Technologies is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support
to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide.
Focused on defense technology, we develop, manufacture and support a broad
range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as
well as homeland security.

Headquartered
in Parsippany, NJ, the Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Finmeccanica
S.p.A. which employs more than 70,000 people worldwide. We offer a competitive
compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance. For
additional information on DRS, please visit our website at www.drs.com.

Company
Overview

Located
in Dallas, Texas, DRS RSTA is an industry leader in the design and manufacture
of advanced infrared imaging components and systems. Our facilities are a fully
integrated environment where Research and Development, Mechanical Engineering,
Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Manufacturing, and Business
functions work hand in hand to create a diverse culture that encourages and
rewards performance. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best
talent in the defense and aerospace industry and niche commercial technology
areas. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment as well as a
competitive salary and benefits package.

Essential
Duties/Responsibilities

Develop
internal communications strategies for key initiatives and events that inform,
educate, and provide employees with critical information

This
position is also responsible for managing internal organization communications
that promote a high-performance culture and supports the effective flow of
information to all internal stakeholders

Write
and edit communications materials to employees and distribute through
appropriate media

Ghostwrite
for key leaders/management including speeches, scripts and letters

Manage
key communications projects including employee campaigns, large employee
meetings and webinars

Additional
duties as assigned

Basic
Qualifications

Bachelor's
Degree in Communications/Public Relations, English, or related field

5
or more years of experience in a related role in a Corporate Communications
Environment

Substantial
experience creating employee communications materials

Knowledge
and experience of external communication practices and how they apply to
internal communications

Experience
writing and editing commications materials to internal employees through
multiple media outlets

Experience
ghostwriting for key leaders members of management to include speeches,
scripts, and letters

Ability
to manage large projects

Able
to partner and collaborate with individuals across the company

Ability
to work with strong personality types, accept constructive criticism without
personalizing and support ideas/performance using fact as a basis

Ability
to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and competing
deadlines

Additional
Desirable Qualifications Skills and Knowledge

Strong
technical skills, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, web (HTML) preferred

Candidate
must be a U. S. citizen and meet DRS security standards as imposed by DoD,
including the issuance of any necessary security clearance by the U.S.
Government within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. DRS
Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We
consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender,
national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran
status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/career?_s.crb=s8nYfgExE04VWx30%252fEf2SH4FmHE%253d

11.) Defense System Acquisition Specialist –
Nuclear C3 Program Job, SAIC, Fort George G Meade, MD

http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=1944128

12.) Research Analyst Economist, Center for Naval
Analyses, Alexandria, VA

A Research
Analyst-Economist will think, speak, and write clearly. We value imaginative
and creative approaches and expect our analysts to see beyond surface details
to the core of a problem and to devise logical and, above all, practical
solutions. We help our clients in areas such as education, workforce
development, compensation, recruiting and retaining workers, health care,
industrial organization issues, cost modeling, energy, environment, and crime.
Applicants should have or be nearing completion of a Ph.D. in economics;
possess a strong quantitative background; have an interest in applied,
policy-oriented research; and possess the ability to write and speak clearly
and to interact with senior decision-makers. Ability to use acquired technical
knowledge and experience to research, test, study, hypothesize, predict, or
evaluate according to the provided parameters, guidelines, or specifications of
the project or task order.

1 Perform
research either individually or on a team. May be assigned as project leader or
assigned one or more tasks to be accomplished on a project.

2 Prepare
reports documenting methodology, conclusions, and/or findings and
recommendations. The ability to present report to task sponsor and/or selected
audiences.

3 Interact with
client and help identify areas for further research.

Click here to
submit your resume to this position: http://cna.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/js_job_details.php?reqid=420

*** From John McKinley:

13.) Senior Director Business Development –
Aerospace and Weapons Systems, Marotta Controls, Inc., Montville, NJ

Summary

Marotta
Controls, Inc. is recruiting for a Senior Director of Business Development to
lead our aggressive effort to increase our market share within the Commercial,
Military Aerospace and Weapons Systems market segments.

Responsibilities

The
Senior Director will be responsible for all areas of the Customer Interface
Process including identification, qualification, pursuit, and capture of new
and follow-on business opportunities. Will be responsible for achieving 20%
year over year orders growth within market segments.

Qualifications

BA/BS
degree in a technical discipline, MBA preferred and a minimum of 10 years of
relevant experience.

Demonstrated
knowledge and experience within the Military and Commercial prime contractors,
tier 1 suppliers and Military Services

Marotta
Controls offers an attractive base salary with significant performance
incentives along with an excellent benefit package.

Position
is based at our Montville, New Jersey corporate headquarters.

Finalists
subject to a government security investigation and must meet the eligibility
requirements for access to classified information.

Interested
candidates may apply online: Please forward your resume along with a focused
cover letter directly relating your background to the responsibilities and
qualifications mentioned to hr@marotta.com.

Marotta
Controls, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

14.) Communications Specialist 2, Boeing Company,
Fairfax, VA

http://www.jsfirm.com/companydetail.asp_Q_jobid_E_64875

15.) Senior Cyber Defense Analyst, Cobham Analytic
Solutions, Suitland, MD

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=31291692

***
From April Crews:

16.)
Managing Editor, Defense News, Gannett Government Media, Springfield, VA

Defense News is seeking a Managing
Editor to direct the crack team of
journalists who produce the world's leading website and weekly newspaper
about global military policy and procurement. The ideal candidate comes
steeped in knowledge of the world's militaries and defense industry, brings
years of experience as both a reporter and an editor, and can edit quickly
and well.

Based in Springfield, VA, the *Managing Editor *oversees six reporters and
two editors in the newsroom, plus five full-timers and a host of stringers
around the world. He or she will work with the editor of Defense News to
plan coverage of breaking news, enterprise stories, special reports, and
more. The Managing Editor will make assignments, edit copy, and coordinate
the production of stories for the paper, Web, email newsletters, Twitter,
and more. He or she will also help manage travel and feelance budgets.

Because Defense News is part of Gannett Government Media, the world's
largest military-and government-focused newsroom, the *Managing
Editor*also coordinates coverage with sister publications such as Army
Times and
Federal Times, as well as with the central Web desk, art department, and
photographers.

It's a complex job that demands organization and focus. The work days are
Monday thru Friday, and Thursday nights can run long. But the rewards are
many: besides a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, it
offers the satisfaction of helping run an industry-leading news
organizaiton and the pleasure of working with world class colleagues.

Please email your resume and cover letter to: dnme@defensenews.com, and put
Managing Editor in the subject line.

Gannett Government Media Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity
Employer.

17.) Career Opportunities: Director Continuous
Improvement, DRS Environmental Systems, DRS Technologies, Inc., Florence, KY

https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/career?_s.crb=s8nYfgExE04VWx30%252fEf2SH4FmHE%253d

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