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The Corporate Gray Job Fair for the Military Community will be held on Friday, September 19 at the Waterford, 6715 Commerce Street in Springfield, Virginia. This job fair is free to all job seekers and especially for transitioning and former military personnel. Civilian job seekers are also welcome. For more information and to pre-register, visit www.CorporateGray.com.
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Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 10 September 2008
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Issue # 112
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“Security is an attempt to try to make the universe static so that we feel safe.”
-Anne Wilson Schaef
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.
When you learn about a job opportunity in the defense sector, such as a position that comes open with your company, you send me the title, organization, location, and a brief description; link; or contact information, and I’ll share. This is a cooperative network. That means everyone’s participation is required to provide job opportunities to share.
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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. Military Analyst Lead, Alion Science and Technology, Newport News, VA
1. Financial Analyst (Portfolio Manager) with Military Background, Alion Science and Technology, Stuttgart, Germany
2.) Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, Center for Naval Analyses, Alexandria, VA
3.) Communications Manager, USO of Metropolitan Washington, Fort Myer, Virginia
4.) Senior Navy Supply Analyst, CACI, San Diego, CA
5.) Radar Technician, BAE Systems, Sagamore, MA
6.) Export Compliance Officer, L-3 Communications Telemetry-West, San Diego, CA
7.) ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN, OPTICS 1, MANCHESTER, NH
8.) Data Security Asc, Alion Science and Technology, Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio
9.) Senior Engineer, Westar Aerospace & Defense Group, QinetiQ North America, Huntsville, AL
10.) Mathematician, BAE Systems, Fairfield, OH
11.) Electrical Engineer Sr, Lockheed Martin Company, Chelmsford, MA
12.) World Wide Field Service / Installation Technician, The Technology Solutions Group (TSG), QinetiQ North America, Littleton, Massachusetts
13.) Industrial Security Specialist, Mitre Corporation , Bedford, MA
14.) Systems Administrator / Network Administrator, General Dynamics Information Technology, Hanscom AFB, MA
15.) Naval Intelligence Analyst, Senior, Booz | Allen | Hamilton, McLean, VA
16.) Sr Engineering Manager Test Depot Engineering – Government Systems, Rockwell Collins Government Systems, Cedar Rapids, IA
17.) Information Security Engineer Leader, Computer Sciences Corporation, Stuttgart, AR
18.) Business Consultant – Operations Analyst, BearingPoint, Memphis, TN
20.) Engineer – Manufacturing Process – Defense, ATK, Rocket Center, WV
19.) Management Analyst – External Communications, General Dynamics
Information Technology, Norfolk, VA
20.) Engineer – Manufacturing Process – Defense, ATK, Rocket Center, WV
*** And more…
*** Many of you know Jim Mitchell:
His ouster at the Office of the U.S. Special Counsel is making news:
http://www.govexec.com/story_page.cfm?articleid=40885&dcn=todaysnews
*** Ned has several article about his visit to the oil platforms off of Iraq:
Read the latest issue of Surface Warfare magazine at http://surfwarmag.ahf.nmci.navy.mil/.
Welcome to Waterworld!
Sailors provide security at crude oil terminals.
Read the latest issue of Maritime Reporter and Engineering News issue and see the cover story on the MARITIME SECURITY EDITION:
http://www.marinelink.com/magazines/archive.aspx?m2=mr
*** We love these Republic of Singapore Navy recruiting commercials:
mms://media.mindef.gov.sg/navy/high_missile.asf
mms://media.mindef.gov.sg/navy/high_dream.asf
*** From Molly Walker:
Ned, Carl Nolte wrote about The Bertholf. Thought you might like to see
it. – Molly
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2008/09/03/BAEL12K8JI.DTL
*** Send an announcement to the 500-plus defense industry professionals on this list for just $200. Contact Ned at lundquist989@cs.com.
*** SNA GWC Luncheon September 16, 2008
Speaker: VADM Barry McCullough, USN
Location:
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
2799 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, Virginia, USA22202
Menu: Choice of Sliders or Cobb Salad
(Need menu selection by Friday, Sept. 12 if requesting slider)
Check-In opens at 1130
Lunch starts at 1200
To make a reservation please use the following link:
https://www.navysna.org/Events/GWCLunch/Sept16GWCLuncheon.asp
*** SNA GWC Social September 24, 2008
The next GWC social will be held from 1600-1800 in the Pentagon N86 spaces, Room 5B453. If you will be attending and need Pentagon access, please email your RSVP to dgarrynavysna@aol.com. RSVPs required only for those needing to be including on access list.
*** SNA GWC Football/Tailgate October 25, 2008
Join the Greater Washington Chapter for a football game and tailgate when Navy plays SMU in October. Tailgate starts at 1300 and game starts at 1530. Purchase football tickets and/or tailgate tickets online at the following link:
https://www.navysna.org/Events/Tailgate/2008Tailgate.asp
Please email navysna@aol.com or call 703-960-6800 if you have any questions.
*** CAPT Raymond A. Komorowski Photography Award
Don't forget the Surface Navy Association's annual Photo Award. Please
submit your photograph dealing with Surface Warfare with the winning
photo receiving $500 and cash awards available for second, third and
honorable mention. Submissions are due by November 17, 2008. Please
follow the guidelines below or see our website for details.
Direct entries to:
Surface Navy Association
Attn: CAPT Komorowski Photo Award2550 Huntington Ave, Suite 202,
Alexandria,VA 22303
Photos must be postmarked on or before the deadlines indicated. Email
(photos@navysna.org) submissions will also be accepted. Submissions will
be taken throughout the year.
The contests are open to both amateur and professional photographers.
Limit of three (3) black-and-white prints, color prints, or color
transparencies per person. Minimum print size is 5″ x 7″; minimum
transparency size is 35mm. Do not send glass-mounted transparencies.
Digital images must be no less than 5″ x 7″ at 300 DPI and must be
accompanied by a photo-quality print. Full captions and the
photographer's name, address, phone number, and email must be printed on
labels and affixed directly (no staples) to the back of the prints,
slide frames, or diskettes. Entries must not have been previously
published, and winners may not be published before January 16, 2009.
Prior publication could result in the relinquishment of prize awards.
Entries must be postmarked by established contest deadlines. If you
would like your photos returned, enclose a self-addressed, stamped
envelope with your entries.
*** “Stemming the Tide: Undocumented Migrants from the Sea” by Dr.
Dennis L. Noble, an independent scholar and author from Sequim,
Washington. Most Americans are aware of undocumented migrants crossing
the Mexican-U.S. border. Few understand the maritime route. Noble will
discuss his ongoing research into the role of the Coast Guard, Navy, and
Marine Corps in halting the flow of undocumented migrants from Cuba,
Haiti, and the People's Republic of China. The focus of this talk will
be on Cuba and Haiti from 1965-1994.
When: 12:00-1:00 on Tuesday 23 September 2008 (NOTE: The lecture will
not as usual be on the third Tuesday of the month)
Where: Education Center in the National Museum of the United States
Navy, Bldg. 76, Washington Navy Yard, Washington, DC.
*** Here are the jobs for this week:
1. Financial Analyst (Portfolio Manager) with Military Background, Alion Science and Technology, Stuttgart, Germany
Job ID 9087
The primary function is to provide support to the United States European Command (USEUCOM) by providing direct support to the Capital Planning Group for the Intelligence Directorate (ECJ2). The Capital Planning Group has responsibility for the documentation of the DoDIIS Systems Architecture at the European Regional Service Center (E-RSC), the evaluation and refining of E-RSC requirements, the responsibility to select, control and evaluate E-RSC systems, as well as the Tracking Operations and Maintenance (O&M) expenditures in support of the E-RSC budget planning process.
The duties of the Portfolio Manager include but are not limited to:
Provide subject matter expertise on portfolio management and project management in support of the newly formed Capital Planning Group.
Perform earned value management, life cycle cost estimation, business case analysis, and other related functions as assigned.
Serve as the single point of contact for finance and budget related data calls, including but not limited to the annual OMB 300 submission.
Responsible for tracking all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) expenditures within the European Regional Service Center (E-RSC) and reporting the status of funding to senior management of the E-RSC.
Provide briefing and analytical support, assessments, and recommendations as required.
Participate in joint planning groups, conferences and other joint forums as required.
Alion Science and Technology is an employee-owned technology solutions company delivering technical expertise and operational support to the Department of Defense, civilian government agencies and commercial customers. Building on 70 years of R&D and engineering experience, Alion brings innovation and insight to multiple business areas: defense operations; modeling & simulation; wireless communication; industrial technology; chemical, biological, nuclear & environmental sciences; information technology; and naval architecture & marine engineering. Based in McLean, Virginia, Alion has 3700 employee-owners at major offices, customer sites and laboratories worldwide.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We value the cultural differences our employees bring to Alion. EOE/AA/M/F/V/D.
(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 Ray Atkinson:
2.) Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, Center for Naval Analyses, Alexandria, VA
Compensation $140,000 – $160,000 plus bonus potential and generous benefits package
Location N. VA
Education Bachelors degree in communications, public relations, journalism or related field required; Masters preferred
Overview CNA is a premier not-for-profit research and consulting organization, with more than a half-century of experience researching and analyzing the complex scientific, operational, and policy challenges that face the public sector and public decision makers in such areas as National Security, Homeland Security, Healthcare and Education.
Today's CNA, with revenue of $110,000,000 and more than 325 researchers at its headquarters plus 45 analysts in the field, is the descendent of a small number of MIT scientists the Navy turned to in the early 1940s for help with the German U-boat threat. Pioneers in the field of operations research, these scientists insisted on deploying with Navy forces in order to directly observe operational challenges and to collect the data needed for meaningful analyses. Their groundbreaking work resulted in anti-submarine warfare barrier equations that set the standard for future operations research methods.
Requirements At least 12 years of demonstrated experience in the field's concepts, practices, and procedures at the corporate level or in government public relations. Work experience in a not-for-profit or government contractor environment highly desirable. Experience managing public information in a research organization/environment desirable.
Skills: Must have sophisticated oral and written communications skills; thorough knowledge of public relations; ability to rely on extensive experience to plan and accomplish goals; significant number of media contacts; ability to lead and direct the work of others; possess a wide degree of creativity, be a consensus builder; have a high level of tact; and the ability to multi-task.
Responsibilities Responsible for developing, planning and directing CNA's overall strategic communications and outreach, including internal and external communications activities, public relations, and branding. Oversee corporate marketing, publishing and advertising initiatives. Establish institutional policies and practices to develop and maintain the desired image of the organization. Act as principle advisor to the Executive Vice President on CNA's communications and outreach efforts to articulate the Corporation's mission and accomplishments. Increase CNA's visibility and build corporate and staff reputations with target audiences.
Responsibilities:
– Manage and monitor the One CNA Initiative and matters related to it.
– Establish corporate communications standards of quality and ensure their maintenance.
– Serve as a member of the President & CEO's Independent Research Council.
– Develop and implement a communications outreach program to reach target audiences.
– Partner with research division directors to enhance the value and dissemination of CNA's research publications and analysis results to target audiences with appropriate assistance from employees and/or domain experts.
– Oversee CNA's internet presence including the development and maintenance of the corporate website.
– Oversee and monitor relevant staff members in the production of all outreach materials.
– Manage all communications with the media, including professional journals and advertising initiatives and create and maintain efficient processes for outreach such as, mailings, press release distribution, press kits, etc.
– Act as chief spokesperson and/or coordinator in matters involving the press, government and community relations.
– Manage daily office functions to include Office of Communications & Public Affairs (OCPA) budget, ability to assess and build a team as necessary.
– Assist CNA research staff develop the skills necessary to speak and write to enhance CNA's image.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=26965111
*** From Carole A. Chandler:
Hi Ned,
Here is a new Communications opportunity at USO Metro, short version is attached.
Thank you for listing this on your website and for supporting our troops!
Carole A. Chandler
Human Capital Advisors LLC
3.) Communications Manager, USO of Metropolitan Washington, Fort Myer, Virginia
USO Metro, a military service organization headquartered in Arlington, Virginia seeks a CommunicationsManager reporting to theVice President – Communications & Development (VPCD). Over the course of many years, this prestigious, private, nonprofit organization, has established an American tradition of providing a touch of home to our men and women in uniform by providing a wide range of services, programs and special events to those who serve…and their families
Overall Responsibilities:
· Develops and implements consistent communications and marketing strategies that strengthen the organization’s brand and generate high visibility for its mission. Serves as a liaison with a number of pro bono PR and marketing agencies.
· Develops and implements effective internal communications strategies and vehicles for the staff and volunteers of the organization to promote open communication, learning and collaboration.
· Works with the VPCD on concept development, and execution of community relations, media relations and special events activities support.
· Provides concept and story development, writing, editing and production supervision of organizational collaterals, including annual report, print and electronic newsletters, website content, press releases, presentations, briefs, direct marketing and fund development materials, talking points and speeches for organizational personnel.
· Serves as a spokesperson for the organization.
§ Develops and implements the organizational presence on the world wide web and serves as the key staff member responsible for keeping website current.
Areas of Competency:
§ Polished communication skills—excellent writing skills— with ability to interact well with the public, board and staff.
§ Knowledge of Washington and Baltimore media as well as military publications.
§ Web savvy
Education/Experience:
§ Bachelor’s degree with a background in journalism, public relations or related field that included significant writing for public consumption.
§ Prefer three years work experience in a non-profit or military setting.
For confidential inquiries, please contact: carole@humancapitaladvisors.com
4.) Senior Navy Supply Analyst, CACI, San Diego, CA
CACI has an immediate opening for a Senior Supply analyst to perform the Fleet Assistance Shipboard Training (FAST) tasking to support COMNAVSURFOR CLASSRONS (Squadron) at Naval Station, San Diego, CA. The Supply Systems Analyst will be responsible for providing data mining, developing metrics, and performing statistical/trend analysis at the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) CLASSRON. Develops, analyzes and conducts periodic operational audits.
Required Qualifications:
Must be eligible to obtain a DoD SECRET Security Clearance to qualify.
Requires bachelor's degree (In Business Administration, Management, or related business discipline) or equivalent experience and 8 years of hands on experience in Navy automated supply management. Relevant Navy schooling will be considered.
The Senior Supply Analyst shall have a minimum of 7 years of experience in Navy automated supply, logistics, inventory, financial management and the functionality of the Navy automated supply system. Must be capable of demonstrating extensive knowledge of naval Supply Automated Information Systems (AIS). Must have two years related experience as a senior level analyst, or supervisor. Senior level analyst is defined as technical performance wherein work is subject to limited direct supervision as products/recommendations are generally accepted as submitted.
Desired Qualifications:
Familiarity with MS Office Suite products (Excel, WORD, Access) highly desired. Ability to perform relational table/data manipulation using MS Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and WORD is also desired. Familiarity with Navy supply and maintenance relationships, organizations, and management databases is highly desired.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN FOR SECURITY CLEARANCE PURPOSES
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Interested?
Please e-mail detailed (no page limit) chronological resume, clearly showing required qualifications in MS Word format to: csale@caci.com, reference Position # JR 31260
CACI is a worldwide leader in systems integration, software, and simulation.
Please visit us at www.caci.com
Connie Sale, Lead Technical Recruiter
http://nhjob.careercast.com/careers/jobsearch/detail/jobId/12442891/viewType/rss
5.) Radar Technician, BAE Systems, Sagamore, MA
http://nhjob.careercast.com/careers/jobsearch/detail?searchType=advanced&city=Sagamore&country=United+States&state=MA&location=Sagamore%2C+MA&sortBy=relevance&pageSize=50&view=Expanded&jobId=11631902
6.) Export Compliance Officer, L-3 Communications Telemetry-West, San Diego, CA
http://www.l-3com.com/careers/searchable_database/search.aspx?joblistingid=2661
7.) ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN, OPTICS 1, MANCHESTER, NH
OPTICS 1 DESIGNS AND BUILDS OPTICAL SYSTEMS AND SUB-ASSEMBLIES, FROM DEEP ULTRAVIOLET THROUGH FAR-INFRARED, FOR MEDICAL, INDUSTRIAL, COMMERCIAL, MILITARY AND AEROSPACE APPLICATIONS. OUR DEFENSE SYSTEMS GROUP, LOCATED IN MANCHESTER, NH, HAS IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR AN ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
4 10 YEARS ASSEMBLING AND TESTING ELECTRO-OPTICAL DEVICES
4 HIGH PROFICIENCY WORKING WITH OPTICAL TOOLS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO INTERFEROMETERS, MTF TEST EQUIPMENT, ALIGNMENT TELESCOPES, INSPECTION DEVICES AND VARIOUS ADHESIVES (EPOXIES, UV CURING CEMENTS, ETC.)
4 STRONG MECHANICAL APTITUDE
4 HIGHLY SKILLED IN HANDLING HIGH-END OPTICAL COMPONENTS
4 AN ADVANCED ABILITY TO UNDERSTAND AND INTERPRET ENGINEERING DRAWINGS
4 BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS
4 REQUIRES THE ABILITY TO WORK ON MULTIPLE PROJECTS AND FUNCTION WITH MINIMAL CONTINUOUS DIRECTION
4 WORK EFFECTIVELY IN A TEAM ENVIRONMENT OR INDEPENDENTLY
4 SOLDERING SKILLS ARE A PLUS, THOUGH NOT REQUIRED
U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED
PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME TO:
CRHEAULT@OPTICS1.COM
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
OPTICS 1, INC. OFFERS A FULL BENEFIT PACKAGE, PLUS A VERY COMPETITIVE SALARY
http://nhjob.careercast.com/careers/jobsearch/detail?searchType=advanced&country=United+States&location=&sortBy=relevance&pageSize=50&view=Expanded&jobId=12658519
8.) Data Security Asc, Alion Science and Technology, Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio
Job ID: 9025
Successful applicant will have a current working knowledge of DoD and Air Force instructions and policies with respect to network and facility accreditation. Candidate must have a basic understanding of technical, engineering, and programmatic capabilities related to information systems and/or subsystems. Understanding of the operational context of weapon systems employment preferred. Knowledge of technical documentation related to distributed simulation is highly desired. Candidate must be familiar with: AFI 31-401, AFI 33-202VI, DoD 5220.22-M, DoD 5220.22 Overprint, DoD 5200.1R, DoD 8500.2, and DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP). Must have experience or basic knowledge in certification & accreditation; technical security features testing & analysis; policy & decision making; risk analysis for information systems/networks; and generating, coordinating, and maintaining Memorandum of Agreements/Memorandum of Understandings (MOA/MOU) at multiple classification levels. Must have experience with construction requirements for facilities accreditation to process classified at multiple levels and in developing and implementing an information system security plan and standard operating procedures. Bachelor degree in any engineering or management field and 5 years of relevant DOD work experience. Bachelor degree requirement can be waived for candidate with 10 years exceptional, highly-relevant work experience in acquisition security and information assurance. At least 3 years experience in DoD security (highly desired) and 2 years experience (desired) with informational and operational security procedures. The individual will have experience in acquisition security and information assurance. The position requires working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, and good communications skills. Applicant selected will be subject to a background investigation. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen and possess at least a SECRET Clearance. The individual must possess sufficient motivation and experience to perform with little supervision.
The Distributed Simulations Security Specialist is part of team providing expertise and technical documentation for implementing a Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) capability for Mobility Air Forces (MAF). The pace of this job will be demanding with occasional travel. The position will be located at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH and will be part of a geographically dispersed team implementing several platform simulators and operations centers into a DMO. Individual will support the Certifications & Accreditation (C & A) processes for computer systems that will generate unclassified, classified or higher. Responsibilities also include generating, coordinating, and maintaining Memorandums of Agreement/Memorandums of Understanding (MOA/MOU) at multiple classification levels. The person will support the facility Industrial Security Program and standardized access control systems and photo identification procedures.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We value the cultural differences our employees bring to Alion. EOE/AA/M/F/V/D.
(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.)
9.) Senior Engineer, Westar Aerospace & Defense Group, QinetiQ North America, Huntsville, AL
10.) Mathematician, BAE Systems, Fairfield, OH
http://nhjob.careercast.com/careers/jobsearch/detail?searchType=quick&country=United+States&location=&jobId=10352780
11.) Electrical Engineer Sr, Lockheed Martin Company, Chelmsford, MA
http://www.intelligencecareers.com/jobs/jobview.cfm?jobid=993116
Manager I Manufacturing – Electronic Components Operations, Raytheon, Andover, MA
https://raytheon.rayjobs.com/viewjob.html?erjob=480124&optlink-view=view-480124&eresc=Indeed
12.) World Wide Field Service / Installation Technician, The Technology Solutions Group (TSG), QinetiQ North America, Littleton, Massachusetts
http://www.clearancejobs.com/index.php?action=view_job&jobID=1111424&ref=indeed
13.) Industrial Security Specialist, Mitre Corporation , Bedford, MA
https://jobs.brassring.com/EN/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?sec=1&partnerid=119&siteid=69&jobId=889630&
14.) Systems Administrator / Network Administrator, General Dynamics Information Technology, Hanscom AFB, MA
http://www.intelligencecareers.com/jobs/jobview.cfm?jobid=992422
15.) Naval Intelligence Analyst, Senior, Booz | Allen | Hamilton, McLean, VA
http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?job_did=J3G0TX6DB4S0TZDB5MF
16.) Sr Engineering Manager Test Depot Engineering – Government Systems, Rockwell Collins Government Systems, Cedar Rapids, IA
Rockwell Collins Government Systems, Test Engineering Department, requires a Senior Engineering Manager to lead a team of ~17 software, systems and hardware test engineers and engineering project specialists. The Test Depot Engineering team is responsible for projects funded & managed from Rockwell Collins Services (RCS). Candidate will be responsible for providing leadership, guidance, hiring and support in the training of new engineers in the areas of test engineering projects, typically for providing test capability of Rockwell Collins products at customer sites throughout the world. Candidate will also be responsible for identifying the necessary staff, facilities and equipment needed for successful execution of projects within the Test Engineering team. Candidates must have strong leadership and organizational skills as well as project management experience. Must also bring excitement and passion to this role and expect the same of the team. Prior engineering management and project leadership is required, and an MBA is desirable. The Test Engineering department provides test equipment solutions across all Government Systems programs, which will require that this candidate have good communication skills, both written and verbal, and be able to work with RC Services and other GS engineering departments.
Candidate will also be responsible for adherence to capital and operating budgets, schedules, work plans and performance requirements, along with the planning and budgeting for the acquisition of test equipment. Candidate will be responsible for ensuring their team performs on-time delivery of test equipment to correct locations per the agreed upon schedules.
Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to lead a cross functional team in the development of test engineering solutions.
Experience in overall successful project execution and oversight to ensure development teams have properly planned, set up project schedules, identified, hired and trained staff for project execution, and provide overall oversight that the team executes to the established schedule and cost objectives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with the ability to interface with Engineering Managers, Technical Project Managers, Program Managers and Operations Managers across all business areas within Rockwell Collins Services/Government Systems.
Experience in supporting pursuit activities, including bids and proposals.
Experience identifying and tracking work packages that can be worked by subcontract companies.
Assigns technical resources to work assignments (workforce allocation).
Ensures compliance to development processes and standard work requirements.
Actively addresses employee performance and development issues
Oversees and participates in development of engineering bids to ensure success
Responsible for the development and technical coaching of staff.
Responsible for on-boarding and assimilation of new hires.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in appropriate discipline, and eight years of related
experience, or, in the absence of a bachelor's degree, fourteen years
of related experience.
Rockwell Collins is an equal opportunity employer committed to
building a diverse global culture that values teamwork, integrity,
innovation, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to our customers.
https://rockwellcollins.taleo.net/careersection/10000/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=339673
17.) Information Security Engineer Leader, Computer Sciences Corporation, Stuttgart, AR
http://www.clearancejobs.com/index.php?action=view_job&jobID=1109965
18.) Business Consultant – Operations Analyst, BearingPoint, Memphis, TN
http://seeker.dice.com/jobsearch/servlet/JobSearch?op=302&dockey=xml/c/d/cd30eb62413bccef5afa882c59918fea@endecaindex&source=19&FREE_TEXT=&rating=99
*** From John Woodhouse, APR:
Ned,
Here is a hot opportunity: We want to fill this quickly so if you know anyone, give them a ring. This is my job so they can talk to me about the job if they want to as
well. Thanks,
John
John H. Woodhouse, Jr.
External Communications
Navy Warfare Development Command
686 Cushing Rd (Sims Hall)
Newport, RI 02841
john.woodhouse.ctr@navy.mil
john.woodhouse@gdit.com
401-841-2623 (Office) (DSN 948)
401-855-1502 (Cell)
401-841-7042 (Fax)
19.) Management Analyst – External Communications, General Dynamics
Information Technology, Norfolk, VA
Contracted public affairs support position to the Navy.
Tasks:
Advisor on all public affairs matters including community, internal and
external relations, special events, exhibitions and symposia, and
internet web sites. Assistance in preparation for media encounters.
Coordinate all public affairs programs, publishing of articles,
participation in trade shows, symposia and other external events.
Conduct research to assist in harvesting and distributing information
related to concepts, CONOPS, doctrine, lessons learned and
experimentation. Coordinate drafting, updating and execution of the
command external communications plan. Provide content material for
command website, articles, papers, newsletters, and reports.
Participate in planning, executing and analyzing public affairs aspects
of experimentation events. Develop presentations and support layout and
publication of brochures, handouts and related products. Support the
development of graphic displays and briefings.
Requirements:
Master of Arts degree or 15 years of mid-to-senior level professional
experience. Must have been designated a Special Duty: Public Affairs
Officer (165X). Have been a mid-to-senior naval officer (O-5 or above)
with 15 years experience. Have served on a Navy or joint 3 or 4 star
staff to have the operational level of war experience and understanding
of Navy/Joint organization, structures, procedures, and operations be
able to provide the capability to produce the senior executive-level
briefings and products. Must have or be able to get a secret clearance.
Point of contact:
Mr. Jerry O'Donnell, 757-445-3052 or Jerry.ODonnell@gdit.com
20.) Engineer – Manufacturing Process – Defense, ATK, Rocket Center, WV
http://www.aeroindustryjobs.com/aero_visitor_ViewJobDetail.aspx?job_number=21910
*** Diversity Military Job Fair — National Harbor, MD * October 3
Looking for your next employment opportunity? Then attend the Diversity Military Job Fair at the Gaylord National Hotel on Friday, October 3 at the Gaylord Hotel in National Harbor, Maryland. Job fair hours are 10 am to 3 pm. Especially for diverse transitioning and former military personnel with varied backgrounds but open to all!
Don't miss this opportunity to meet face-to-face with over 70 diversity-friendly employers looking to hire talented and motivated individuals. Free to all job seekers. Pre-registration for both job seekers and employers can be done through www.DiversityMilitaryWorldExpo.org (select the link — Diversity Military Friendly Job Fair).
Questions? Send e-mail to DiversityJF@aol.com.
*** Corporate Gray Job Fair — Springfield, VA * September 19
The next Corporate Gray Job Fair for the Military Community will be held on Friday, September 19 at the Waterford, located at 6715 Commerce Street in Springfield, Virginia. Job fair hours are 10 am to 2 pm with two excellent employment-related seminars starting at 8 am and 9 am. This job fair is free to all job seekers and especially for transitioning and former military personnel. Civilian job seekers are also welcome and encouraged to attend! Over 90companies and government agencies will be participating. For more information and to pre-register, visit www.CorporateGray.com.
*** Ball cap of the week: Naval Broadcasting Detachment Diego Garcia
*** Coffee Mug of the Day: Linhart PR
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