Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 24 September 2008

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SNA Wounded Warrior Project
The Greater Washington Chapter of the Surface Navy Association is raising $30,000 to buy a modified wheelchair conversion van for Operation Second Chance to transport wounded warriors in and around Washington, D.C. to receive medical treatment and attend sporting events and entertainment.

Visit https://www.navysna.org/Events/OperationSecondChance.asp to report your contribution to Operation Second Chance.
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Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 24 September 2008
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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. Functional Analyst Sr, Alion Science and Technology, Fort Hood, TX
2.) Senior Marketing Advisory Board
3.) Intelligence Analyst, NCI Information Systems, Fort Meade, MD
4.) Intelligence Specialist (Opns Spt), Joint Interagency Task Force South, Key West, FL
5.) Mid Level Collection Requirements Manager, Titan Corporation, Reston, VA
6.) Military Analyst, Booz Allen Hamilton, Norfolk, VA
7.) SUPERVISORY ELECTRONICS ENGINEER, United States Coast Guard, Department Of Homeland Security, Oakland, CA
8.) Intelligence Fusion Analyst, SPARTA, Columbia, MD
9.) Intelligence in Force Modernization Subject Matter Expert, Sumaria Systems, Arlington, VA
10.) Product Specialist–Secret Clearance, Blackbird Technologies, Herndon, VA
11.) Analyst – HUMINT Background, Alion Science and Technology, Stuttgart, Germany
12.) Sr. Systems Engineer, Multinational Information Sharing (MNIS) CENTRIXS Cross Enclave Requirement (CCER), Harris Corporation, Falls Church, VA
13.) Database Technology Software Engineer, Mitre Corporation, Bedford, MA
14.) Systems Engineer, Radar, Nortel Government Solutions, Colorado Springs, CO
15.) THAAD Radar Technical Engr II, Raytheon, Lihue, HI
16.) Land Radar Engineer – Saudi Arabia, Pannesma Co., Washington, DC
17.) TECHNICIAN III – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, General Atomics, San Diego, CA
18.) MECHANICAL / AEROSPACE ENGINEER, NTS, ELKTON, MD
19.) R & R Policy Analyst, SAIC, Rosslyn, Va.
20.) Proposal Manager, Tessada and Associates, Springfield, VA
21.) Proposal Specialist, Tessada and Associates, Springfield, VA
22.) Business Development Director, Tessada and Associates, Springfield, VA
23.) Electronic Technician I, Remec Defense & Space, San Diego, CA
24.) Systems Engineer 5/6 -Underwater System Design, The Boeing Company, Anaheim, CA
25.) Video Engineer, Remote Ocean Systems, San Diego, CA
26.) CBRNE Trainer, Syracuse Research Corporation, San Diego, CA *** And more…

*** Greater Washington Chapter Surface Navy Association Wounded Warrior
Project

For the past two years, the Greater Washington Chapter of the Surface Navy Association has conducted a campaign to assist our wounded shipmates recovering at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, MD. We collected more than 800 DVDs for the Sailors and marines to enjoy during their recuperation. The following year we collected funds and donated 155 portable DVD players.

This year we want to do something very meaningful for those of our
shipmates limited in their ability to get out and around the Washington area during their convalescence. We have determined that Operation Second Chance provides many valuable services to military men and women, and would greatly benefit from a conversion van equipped too transport wheelchair patients in and around the D.C. area to attend sporting events, concerts, and other wise get out and about.

This is an expensive proposition, but very important for those men and women who are virtually stuck in the hospital. We have carefully looked at Operation Second Chance and are very impressed with the organization and the services it provides.

Therefore, SNA GWC is seeking to help OSC raise $30,000 to purchase a conversion van modified by Adaptive Mobility Systems, Inc. (AMS Vans). Please indicate your contribution at the SNA website:

https://www.navysna.org/Events/OperationSecondChance.asp

This will take you directly to the OSC website fundraising page for
donations. (When prompted “How did your hear about OSC?” click on
Surface Navy Association.) Your donation will be made directly to OSC, but we want to track our progress so we can follow our progress to attaining our $30,000 goal.

Our goal is to help OSC raise the $30,000 by December 15th. If we
exceed the $30,000, the additional funds will be available to OSC for insurance, registration, maintenance and operating costs for the van.

Please be generous, and share this appeal with others who share your
concern for those shipmates who had made a very great sacrifice in
service to their nation and security and freedom everywhere.

For information about SNA, visit www.navysna.org.

For information about OSC, visit
http://www.operationsecondchance.org/About.htm.

*** From Phil Cogan:

Agencies urge Congress to act on threat posed by stateless sublike watercraft

By Katherine McIntire Peters

On Friday, senior officials from agencies at Homeland Security, Justice and the Defense departments, and the White House urged lawmakers to act on legislation that would criminalize the operation of stateless self-propelled semisubmersible vessels before Congress adjourns on Sept. 26.

Twice in the previous six days, the Coast Guard boarded such submarinelike craft loaded with cocaine bound for the U.S. market. Both vessels, which are about 60 feet long and can be underway for several thousand miles, were built in Colombia and used sophisticated electronics, Coast Guard officials said.

The concern is such vessels, known as SPSS craft, could be used to ferry weapons of mass destruction to the United States. They are difficult to detect on radar and relatively easy to build and operate. Officials estimate more than 32 percent of all cocaine smuggled into the country now is transported this way.

Full story: http://www.govexec.com/story_page.cfm?
articleid=41013&dcn=e_gvet

(Think this will help?)

Of course it will. Would anyone dare using one of them if they knew that they'd face certain prosecution? Why, if only there had been a law on the books prohibiting the use of commercial airliners as lethal missiles, 9/11 would have never happened.

*** 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.

*** From Tiane Harrison:

Jack Daniel's sponsored a USO Care Package stuffing party and concert with country music artist Craig Morgan at Fort Bragg, NC. Imagine 200 volunteers, music, barbeque, JD coolers and a rock concert all rolled into one, supporting the troops. It was a great event.

Tiane

*** 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 Award
2550 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.

*** Happy Birthday Navy:

The National Capital Council Navy League and the Naval Historical Foundation request the pleasure of your company at the 2008 Navy Birthday Celebration in honor of the 233rd Anniversary of the United States Navy and our Navy Men and Women Serving Ashore in Foreign Countries on Saturday, the twenty-fifth of October.

Reception six o’clock / Dinner seven o’clock
Hilton Alexandria Mark Center
5000 Seminary Road
Alexandria, VA 22311
R.S.V.P. by October 17th

Dinner Dress Blue / Black Tie
Evening Highlights
Navy Silent Drill Team Performance
Winning NJROTC Color Guard
Evening ends with dancing

For more information and to register, please visit www.navybirthday.org or call 703-960-6801

*** Here are the jobs for this week:

1. Functional Analyst Sr, Alion Science and Technology, Fort Hood, TX

Job ID 9137

Education and Experience

Bachelor¿s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics or a related discipline plus 5 or more years of related operations research experience.

In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 12 years applicable work experience. Work experience may be adjusted for highly specialized knowledge or uniquely applicable experience for positions involving new technology or labor market shortages as reflected by
market survey data.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

SME experience demonstrated by superior record of creative work recognized by a customer.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Excellent customer service skills.

A security clearance of an appropriate level may be required after employment.

Responsibilities
Position Summary

As a Subject Matter Expert in a field, analyzes actual and predictable interacting operational activities of a military, governmental or business system to obtain a quantitative, rational basis for decision making or resource allocation. Utilizes modeling and simulation and measuring techniques, mathematics, statistical methods, engineering methods, operational mathematics techniques, and other principles and laws of scientific and economic disciplines in determining solutions.
Recognized within a Sector or Group as a Subject Matter Expert in a field and may be gaining customer recognition as SME based on individual contribution to customer needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provides integral support in the requirements determination, conceptualization, design, development, verification and validation, and documentation of modeling and simulation based decision support system applications. Participates in testing and implementation and recommends solutions to problems identified.

Provides technical support to organizational programs and projects in area of expertise.

Collaborates with all levels of a specific customer and company management within own Group or Sector.

Conducts research on existing systems and makes design improvement recommendations.

Utilizes broad knowledge of modeling and measuring techniques, mathematics, statistical methods, engineering methods, operational mathematics techniques, and other principles and laws of scientific and economic disciplines in determining solutions.

Provides on-going technical support to the customer.

Provides functional area expertise in technical proposals as appropriate.

May participate in training once system is implemented.

Provides training and guidance to less experienced Functional Analysts.

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 Allan Steinmetz:

2.) Senior Marketing Advisory Board

I am in the process of helping a client put together a senior marketing advisory board. The company builds and sells electronic devises that enhance personalized micro-displays/viewers. The company is targeting the military markets, commercial training and simulations (medical scoping, flight simulation, quality training) and the consumer market in the area of video gaming, retail brands, advertising tie-ins and mobile devises (i-Pods, PSP's, PDA's)

We are seeking experts who can serve on their advisory board and be
compensated with stock/cash. We seek people in each category of military, commercial and consumer markets.

Can you recommend individuals that would fall into military/government category? I would need their names, contact info and a brief thumbnail bio.

For example a perfect person for the military would be a retired senior officer of procurement from one of the branches of the armed services or a senior VP sales director for defense contractor.

Any ideas would be great. Thank you in advance. I realize and recognize this is a hard one and any assistance would be appreciated.

Allan Steinmetz
CEO
Inward Strategic Consulting Inc.
120 Wells Avenue
Newton, MA. 02459
Office 617-558-9770
Cell 617-308-3017
Boston – Chicago – San Francisco – Orlando – Minneapolis
www.inwardconsulting.com

Blog: http://inwardconsulting.blogspot.com/

3.) Intelligence Analyst, NCI Information Systems, Fort Meade, MD
http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/jobs/submit.cfm?fuseaction=dspjob&jobid=148702&company_id=15598&version=1&source=ONLINE&jobOwner=987434&aid=1

4.) Intelligence Specialist (Opns Spt), Joint Interagency Task Force South, Key West, FL
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=75781348

5.) Mid Level Collection Requirements Manager, Titan Corporation, Reston, VA
http://www.titan.com/careers/list.html?req=18769&callid=2

6.) Military Analyst, Booz Allen Hamilton, Norfolk, VA
https://bah.taleo.net/servlets/CareerSection?art_ip_action=FlowDispatcher&flowTypeNo=13&pageSeq=2&reqNo=568065&art_servlet_language=en&selected_language=en&csNo=10020

7.) SUPERVISORY ELECTRONICS ENGINEER, United States Coast Guard, Department Of Homeland Security, Oakland, CA
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=75650615

8.) Intelligence Fusion Analyst, SPARTA, Columbia, MD
http://careers.sparta.com/Careers.aspx?adata=k8UepJiyXc7zlt41VX9ijhPqtb%2bbPyNIsUyqAkcQI4p7vZ8RHdjl86vEZrwU77FBu0QcLq0BbQ8SD0PDh6GsV04kuOfzzyjB

9.) Intelligence in Force Modernization Subject Matter Expert, Sumaria Systems, Arlington, VA
http://sumariasystems.hrmdirect.com/employment/view.php?req=26086&

10.) Product Specialist–Secret Clearance, Blackbird Technologies, Herndon, VA
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=75133415

11.) Analyst – HUMINT Background, Alion Science and Technology, Stuttgart, Germany

Job ID 9132

Qualifications
Bachelors Degree; Command and General Staff College or equivalent; 10 years military officer service at division level; 2 years in design, planning, and configuration, and conduct of large-scale computer simulation exercises.

National Level HUMINT program development and implementation experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to the following:

Conceive, plan, develop, and produce a wide-range of comprehensive operational management, policy making, and oversight actions for Human Intelligence (HUMINT) operational projects of national and theater level significance.
Monitor all component and DHS overt HUMINT collection activities in theater.
Coordinate and staff DCID 3/2 overt operational proposals (OVOPs) with EUCOM, components and national agencies.
Coordinate and staff FORMICA, interrogation, detainee, and debriefing activities with EUCOM, components and national agencies.
Develop foreign material acquisition (FMA) priorities (FMAR Top 20 list) and coordinate and staff FMA activities with EUCOM, components and national agencies.
Coordinate and staff the employment of select foreign HUMINT elements in support of EUCOM requirements.
Coordinate EUCOM input to Defense Attaché Office (DAO) operating directives.
Coordinate EUCOM input into the National HUMINT Collection Directives (NHCDs).
Produce intelligence staff studies, briefings, papers, and assessments, which establish and represent the command intelligence posture for national intelligence agencies, the COM, DCOM, Chief of Staff, theater components and NATO.

12.) Sr. Systems Engineer, Multinational Information Sharing (MNIS) CENTRIXS Cross Enclave Requirement (CCER), Harris Corporation, Falls Church, VA
http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?job_did=J8E1XC6NBGJSSGB4B3P&cbRecursionCnt=1&cbsid=d04ff2276710429caabcce400c345fe8-275295663-JK-5&ns_siteid=ns_us_g_jobs_systems_engineer_

13.) Database Technology Software Engineer, Mitre Corporation, Bedford, MA
https://jobs.brassring.com/EN/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?sec=1&partnerid=119&siteid=69&jobId=875134&type=search&JobReqLang=1&recordstart=1&JobSiteId=69&JobSiteInfo=875134_69&GQId=0&codes=INDD

14.) Systems Engineer, Radar, Nortel Government Solutions, Colorado Springs, CO
https://nortelgov.ats.hrsmart.com/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=15430

15.) THAAD Radar Technical Engr II, Raytheon, Lihue, HI
http://www.aeroindustryjobs.com/aero_visitor_ViewJobDetail.aspx?job_number=21786

16.) Land Radar Engineer – Saudi Arabia, Pannesma Co., Washington, DC

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university. Past experience in Radar Engineering to include:
A minimum of Five years experience in Radar Engineering.
A minimum of Three years experience in engineering AN/FPS-117 radar system.
Must also have experience in engineering AN/TPS-72 radar system
Preferably a retired (engineer officer) that has worked in this field and with these systems for ten years.
Must have training experience within this field with experience in training certification and curricula preparations to include OJT with general knowledge in computer networks and all its terminals.
Must have had advance courses and certified in the TPS-72 and FPS-117 radar systems.
Good knowledge of Air Force systems.
Experienced in tracking down, diagnosing, analyzing and troubleshooting the system and equipment malfunctions.
Experienced in organizing research, studies and able in identifying system requirements.
Have good command of written and spoken English.
Have good command and experience in computer operation and usage.
Experience in Planning and conducting independent work within a work unit which
requires judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures and criteria.

Responsibilities:

Research, Develop and implement the system operational capabilities and procedures.
Study, review, analysis, organize and develop the system procedures and concepts.
Assist all users in identifying requirements and study of new systems.
Provide Technical advice and support in Radar devises, equipment and maintenance.
Track down, troubleshoot and repair radars.
Study, analysis and provide engineering solutions for radar systems breakdowns problems.
Provide technical consultation and engineering analysis to deal with problems and reoccurring problems and upgrades to ensure the radar performance and efficiency.
Ensure all operational procedures, books and manuals are available, complete and updated and that all work is being performed as per operational procedures, books and manuals.
Make improvements and recommendations for improvements of operational procedures, PM procedures etc.. Maintain system to high standard of operation.
Coordinate all system requirements etc. with authorizing agency to ensure operations are undisturbed.
Work closely with the customer and military officials to ensure all plans and programs are implemented.
Check the radar electronic circuit boards. Devise new approaches to solving problems.
Participate in all radar maintenance by following the Air Force maintenance system.
Able take direction and accept any work assignments given by host country officers or managers to enhance or develop system performance.
Organize, create, prepare and provide continuous curricula and training on the systems for the Air Force personnel either in the classroom or in the work area (OJT).
Must be able to take the initiative and be able to think on his feet.

All applicants must pass a educational certification check, back ground check, medical and drug tests and examination prior to acceptance for this position as required by the host country
Marriage or Single Status
North American or European Citizens Only

hr@pannesma.com
http://www.postjobfree.com/Job.aspx?id=b2a963de68ca4abc9291aabe45cd5ad8

17.) TECHNICIAN III – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, General Atomics, San Diego, CA
http://jobs.amightyriver.com/careers/jobsearch/detail?jobId=12322217

18.) MECHANICAL / AEROSPACE ENGINEER, NTS, ELKTON, MD
http://jobcircle.com/classifieds/1684986.html

*** From Mark Sofman:

19.) R & R Policy Analyst, SAIC, Rosslyn, Va.

Job Description:

Receives, analyzes and displays daily statistics accumulating to 10,000+ records monthly. Plots actual performance against projected performance to facilitate cost effective program operations.
Reviews 300 to 600 records daily and provides cost and destination analysis; provides daily breakdown of cost of travel by geographic destination and semi-monthly savings analysis of different fare codes approaching $1M monthly.
Receives reports over secure means; collates and analyzes daily data on unaccounted for non-return to duty personnel; provides data analysis to senior Army leaders daily; alerts supervisory chain to anomalies or out-of-variance trends and patterns.
Assists client with management multi-faceted strategic communications plan
Assists client maintain interface with public affairs professionals to assure timely preparation and delivery of products in accordance with the strategic communications plan.
Receives, evaluates and maintains accountability of incoming mission requirements. Conducts analysis of automated tracking system requirements for accountability, work flow and mission accomplishment.
Analyzes new and existing mission/project guidelines for impact on internal work flow and provides appropriate guidance to action officers.
Provides analysis of weekly charts to track planning and execution of travel requirements and mission products.

Required Education – Experience:
. High School graduate or equivalent with combination of military experience and education.
BA or BS (required) in business management, human resources, organizational development, business administration or other related field, combined with direct joint military experience.

Required Skills and Attributes:
. Task and customer oriented
. Demonstrated evidence of initiative and self-starting
. Knowledge of military customs and courtesies
. Knowledge of military rank/grade structure
. Strong written and verbal communication skills
. Strong interpersonal skills
. Strong analytical skills
. Able to operate in a fast-paced, changing environment
. Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and general databases
. Computer literate to learn and operate designated DOD systems
Current Knowledge of CETCOM AOR R&R Program and its key elements for execution at the executive agent level

Desired Skills:
. Public relations experience
Prior joint military services experience
Experience working with high-level joint military service members and SES civilians

https://cp-its-rmprd.saic.com/MAIN/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=128727&szUniqueCareerPortalID=b341ba47-6d4f-4e87-b30f-1d5a7ce248eb

*** From Sean Elizabeth Wilson:

Hi Ned,

I have a couple of opportunities for you with my company, Tessada and Associates. They are all in Springfield, VA. Resumes should be sent directly to me for referral.

Sean Elizabeth Wilson
sean.e.wilson@nasa.gov
External Strategic Communications Specialist
Office of Public Affairs/AP22
NASA Johnson Space Center
281-792-7516

20.) Proposal Manager, Tessada and Associates, Springfield, VA

Tessada & Associates, Inc. is seeking a proposal manager to work in its corporate office in Springfield, VA. This person will be responsible for the final product in responding to RFP’s. The proposal manager reports to the Vice President for Strategic Planning and will manage a staff of Proposal Specialists.

Key Responsibilities
Working closely with the Business Development staff throughout the entire proposal process
Evaluating RFPs for compliance and development requirements
Establishing development milestones and managing the associated project calendar
Assisting with proposal kick-off/red/gold team reviews
Participation in bid/no-bid meetings providing RFP details as needed
Managing other proposal staff such as graphic specialists, proposal coordinators, and technical writers
Integrating inputs from diverse sources
Editing, production and graphic support for deliverable proposals in hardcopy and electronic format
Facilitating and supporting proposal reviews and working as volume manager to include final book-check prior to submission
Maintaining proposal files and related documentation
Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Bachelors Degree in Business, Marketing, Journalism, or related field and a minimum of 10+ years of proposal development experience
Qualified individuals should possess an extensive understanding of the proposal development process (knowledge of the Shipley process is a plus)
Ability to assist in the development of proposal strategy, win themes, and discriminators
Experience with managing proposals valued at $50M+
Excellent technical writing, proofreading and editing skills needed
Word processing, desktop publishing and web application skills are desirable
Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines, ability to work independently and as part of a team. Flexibility to meet deadlines and proposal schedules is a must. Ability to work extended hours and to travel to, and work temporarily at, other office facilities as necessitated by proposal requirements.
Must be extremely organized
An equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.
Contact Sean Elizabeth Wilson
sean.e.wilson@nasa.gov
External Strategic Communications Specialist
Office of Public Affairs/AP22
NASA Johnson Space Center
281-792-7516

21.) Proposal Specialist, Tessada and Associates, Springfield, VA
Responsibilities

The Proposal Specialist is responsible for the planning, coordination, development and production of proposals under limited supervision. Position is located at HQ, Springfield VA.

The successful candidate is able to:
Actively participate in creating written proposals, presentations, interactive marketing and pitch materials for a variety of new business projects.
Analyze, develop and edit proposals and presentations under aggressive deadlines to deliver client-focused materials; strategic review and proofreading for proposals/pitches being led by other team members.
Interface directly with Proposal, Capture and Business Development leads.
Research and obtain customer/industry specific information from web sites and customize proposal documents to reflect messages or ideas that are key to the customer.
Identify and actively engage all appropriate personnel to develop and review relevant sections of the proposal.
Seek approval from subject matter experts, executives, capture team, etc. for key items within the bid response, and participate in final reviews (ensure consistency, accuracy, completeness and change incorporation)
Monitor various web sites for solicitation documents. Download, store, and distribute solicitation documents, etc. to staff.
Assist as needed in the development of proposal schedules, matrices, outlines and plans, and distribute documents.
Design, produce, import computer-generated graphics, charts, tables, multi-media graphics and covers and format graphics/text for inclusion into proposal document.
Edit and proofread documents, and actively participate in meetings/proposal related calls.
Assist in the maintenance of an on-line proposal-related repository; make updates to proposal boilerplates, best practices, and related material; and help produce the final proposal document (hard copy and/or electronic) to present to the customer.
Produce slick sheets, capability briefings, capability statements and corporate media kits.
Order marketing materials, such as caps, shirts, and pens, for trade shows and other MARCOM events.
Participate in developing website content and messaging.
Support production of the Quarterly Newsletter.
Research and recommend trade shows that provide the best venue for our services. Staff exhibits as necessary.
Prepare press releases.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Marketing, Business or related field or equivalent experience.
A minimum of three years of experience in principles and practices of proposal development and have served as a proposal specialist or technical writer. Knowledge of reviews, oral presentations, and research required.
Proficient computer user—must have advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite and proficiency using Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator or other graphics applications.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the proposal life cycle process and ability to understand customer specifications and assist/lead numerous related tasks, including proposal analysis and preparation, best practices, reviews, subcontractor coordination, production, etc.
Ability to handle multiple projects and deliver superior proposal documents.
The ability to work in a deadline driven environment – High tolerance to stress and ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
Strong attention to detail is essential.
Strong organizational, project management and presentation skills.
Ability to take direction from senior management while working with minimal supervision.
The ability to prioritize assignments.
Flexibility to switch from one task to another without losing track of any assignment.
Superior written and verbal communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills; and the ability to effectively interact in multi-disciplinary teams and settings.
Contact Sean Elizabeth Wilson
sean.e.wilson@nasa.gov
External Strategic Communications Specialist
Office of Public Affairs/AP22
NASA Johnson Space Center
281-792-7516

22.) Business Development Director, Tessada and Associates, Springfield, VA

Business Development Director– Federal/Civilian Agencies
The Business Development Director will be responsible for the marketing, identification and development of business opportunities for the corporation. Individual performance responsibility includes lead generation, business case analysis, lead qualification, the presentation of recommendations to support the bid/no bid process, direction for new business growth, and achievement of annual growth targets. In addition, this person will have the following responsibilities:
Collect and analyze external market intelligence.
Identify sector specific technologies and opportunities to build on core competencies.
Prepare and develop business plans and marketing strategies to address key strategic opportunities in consultation with colleagues.
Generate leads and new business opportunities.
Forge high-level, long term partnerships with the customer base and external stakeholders.
Develop new business opportunities in key sectors.
Visit federal sector business leaders and other companies to generate teaming opportunities.
Support the achievement of specific income/revenue/profit targets.
Develop and present to the customer oral and written proposals and solution sets.
Work closely with operations staff and other business development staff to co-ordinate and share all information and efforts.
Present progress notes and updates using the corporate business development tools.
Facilitate the rapid transfer of ideas and innovations within the corporation and customer base.
Assist with staff development and participation with Special Interest Groups and Associations to foster corporate recognition and knowledge.
Support the development of pricing/bid strategies to maximize income/profit.
Review and advise on client financial posture.
Develop and update “call plan” strategies.
Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must have a bachelor’s degree in a business related field.
Must have a minimum of ten years experience performing Business Development.
Business Development experience will include: sales, capture/proposal management, budgeting, management, and government operations.
Working relationships within, and a history of selling to federal clients including: DHS, Ed, DOT, DOL, etc.
Experienced at selling services such as Program Management, Acquisition Support, Logistics, Facilities Management and Base Operation Support, and Administrative Services.
A verifiable win record leading to the capture of business opportunities valued at $20-$200 Million.
Contact Sean Elizabeth Wilson
sean.e.wilson@nasa.gov
External Strategic Communications Specialist
Office of Public Affairs/AP22
NASA Johnson Space Center
281-792-7516

23.) Electronic Technician I, Remec Defense & Space, San Diego, CA
http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?ipath=EXSH&siteid=sep_simphire_engineer&Job_DID=J3G2FK5WKPD9C9SY0HB

24.) Systems Engineer 5/6 -Underwater System Design, The Boeing Company, Anaheim, CA
http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?Job_DID=J3G7X375NP0DTZ29M4Q

25.) Video Engineer, Remote Ocean Systems, San Diego, CA
http://www.rosys.com/careers/video%20engineer%209_08.htm

26.) CBRNE Trainer, Syracuse Research Corporation, San Diego, CA

Provide subject matter expertise conducting training analysis, evaluation, planning, curriculum development, and sustainment to support Information Systems Products and Services (Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Environment (CBRNE) software that will be integrated with DoD C4I programs). Provide training documentation management in accordance with applicable federal guidance and military standards. Oversee service specific development, planning, and execution of training program objectives ensuring joint program training fulfills individual service requirements. Coordinate and work closely with service deployment teams and other subject matter experts. Brief senior level clients on the status of training. Coordinate formal institutional training IAW individual service requirements. Review joint requirement documents and incorporate service specific comments and recommendations as required.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical area or 10 or more years of equivalent experience. Must have experience with joint programs, military structure, command relationships, and DoD acquisitions. Minimum of five years of relevant CBRNE background and training experience. Thorough knowledge and experience of the CBRNE community and its operators. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work successfully as part of a team; motivated and self-starter. Ability to assess needs, analyze and solve problems. Must be proficient in DoD doctrinal hazard prediction/warning and reporting procedures. Should also be familiar with DoD hazard modeling and simulation programs, Joint Effects Model (JEM) and/or Joint Warning and Reporting Network (JWARN).

Security Clearance Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EEO/AA Employer; Female, minority, Vietnam-era Veteran and disabled candidates are encouraged to apply.

About SRC:

SRC is a not-for-profit, research and development company with over 50 years experience in the areas of defense, environment, and intelligence. SRCTec, an ISO registered subsidiary of SRC, provides high-tech manufacturing, program management, and integrated logistics. Together, through the innovative application of science, technology, and information, the companies develop next generation solutions to challenges of national significance.

SRC and SRCTec are committed to providing a positive, supportive, and healthy work environment for employees. We seek the best and brightest staff and provide them with challenging and meaningful work that is also stimulating. The company offers exciting careers in systems technology, environmental science, information technologies, operational integration, and manufacturing. Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes 3 or more weeks vacation to start, 10 percent employer contribution for retirement, and 100 percent tuition support.

SRC and SRCTec employ more than 900 people and have offices in Arlington, VA; Chantilly, VA; Charlottesville, VA; Dayton, OH; Denver, CO; Hanover, MD; Rome, NY; San Antonio, TX; and Syracuse, NY. Currently, there are more than 100 positions available nationwide. For more information, visit www.syrres.com.
https://www1.recruitingcenter.net/Clients/syrres/PublicJobs/controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=10854&esid=az

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