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Book Review: SHIPS AND AIRCRAFT OF THE US FLEET 18TH EDITION

Dec 27

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Book Review: SHIPS AND AIRCRAFT OF THE US FLEET 18TH EDITION

By Norman Polmar

Let me get this part out of the way: This is an absolute must-have book if you have any books in your home library about the US Navy today. Even if you have an old edition, you need the new one. If you don't have your own personal library, then you need to be able to read it in the reference section at your local library, and that means you need your library to buy it.

This is not a coffee table book, although it's big (672 pages), dramatic, and full of pictures – more than 900 of them, along with copious drawings. But I say it isn't a coffee table book because your coffee table probably can't support it. This is an industrial-size book.

I found Ships and Aircraft of the US Fleet to be an instrumental guide when I was at sea. A copy should be readily available on every bridge, in every Combat Information Center, and in every wardroom. I still have my copy of the 1976 edition, which I used when I was an ensign aboard the USS Tawakoni. And I cherish the copy of the 14th edition with my photo in an F/A-18 on page 367.

Ships and Aircraft of the US Fleet was first published in paperback in 1939, edited by James C. Fahey. There were wartime editions, twoocean fleet editions and a victory edition (the Naval Institute republished the entire set some years back and I retain mine as a valuable reference). The esteemed Naval historian Samuel Eliot Morison edited a few editions and his grandson, Samuel L. Morison, heads up Polmar's ships' data research team today.

Ships and Aircraft of the US Fleet covers ships major warships built since WWII. Ships built before or during WWII are found in earlier editions. Naval aircraft or organizations are displayed, including those discarded or disbanded in the last decade. They come out with a new edition about every three years. And a lot has happened since the last one.

“There's a big problem with the rate of change,” Polmar told me. “This book went to press on a Monday, and we were making changes right up to the weekend before the press run.”

This edition has more than just ships and aircraft. It includes organizational charts of the Navy, Marine Corps, Department of Defense and the Unified Commands to whom the operational Naval forces report. It explains weapons, sensors and people, as well as the ships and aircraft that make up the Navy, as well as how the fleet is structured.

This edition has a chapter on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), which are playing and increasingly important role in Naval warfare. Polmar also explains that this edition has some special “sidebars,” about the Tactical Air Reconnaissance Pod System (TARPS) found on F-14s and the Shared Reconnaissance Pod (SHARP) used on F/A 18 Hornets in the Naval Aircraft chapter, and the Remote Gun Mount and advanced munitions in the Weapons Systems chapter.

I asked Polmar what he learned in editing this edition.

“The US Navy does not have a realistic long-range plan for shipbuilding, technology, personnel or concepts of operations,” he told me. “Rather, the Navy works from fiscal year to fiscal year, more concerned about budgets than efficiently managing and retaining key personnel skills.

“There is a 30-year shipbuilding budget that is an absolute farce in that it simply points out how to replace the fleet we have now. If the Navy had a true long-range plan, we wouldn't see this continued delay of the DD(X) and other programs because these delays and their impact would be readily apparent,” Polmar says.

Polmar told me that he finds submarines to be the most interesting ships to write about, but he says the Navy tends to ignore the technology available. “We're stuck in a paradigm about submarines.” He says that the USS Los Angeles, lead ship in a large class of attack submarines which first joined the fleet in 1976, has a crew of 143. Two Seawolf-class submarines have been built, with crews of 138. The new Virginia-class boats have a crew of 134. “Every other Navy has been able to effectively reduce submarine manning,” he notes.

I think I like reading this book because of the many obscure and specialized vessels and aircraft that have found a home in Naval service. If you need to find a fact or figure about the fleet, this is your reference. Sadly, the section of salvage ships lists far too few ships in my opinion, but that's just me. If you are interested in cable repair ships, missile range instrumentation ships, or even Maritime Prepositioning Force RO/RO ships that were built in the former Soviet Union, crane ships, self-defense test ships, stealth research ships, acoustic test barges, or high speed vessels, as I am, then you can lose yourself for hours in Ships and Aircraft of the US Fleet.

Author: Edward Lundquist
Publication: Sea Classics
Date: Jul 1, 2005

Book Review: Hill how-to – Step-by-step instructions for winning defense dollars

Dec 27

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Armed Forces Journal
Hill how-to
Step-by-step instructions for winning defense dollars
BY EDWARD LUNDQUIST
Whether you are an experienced government relations pro or new to the business, if you want to understand the process for getting funding for defense programs, Matthew Kambrod’s “Lobbying for Defense: An Insider’s View” is instructive.

It may seem like a complicated process, but Kambrod offers a straightforward approach and suggests that there isn’t a secret creative approach to success.

Even those who have worked the “building” (Pentagon) and the “Hill” (Capitol Hill) for decades will benefit from this rational approach to understanding the military’s requirements and resourcing process, and how it fits into the congressional budget process.

“This was written as a guide for smaller companies outside the Beltway, perhaps across mid-America, which might be interested in obtaining funding for startup military programs, and employing lobbyists or training their own company people to get the job done,” Kambrod told me. “It provides CEOs, company presidents, chief operating officers or would-be lobbyists an insight into what must be done to get an assessment of their products by the military services as to the product’s meeting military requirements, and what steps must to be taken during the budget cycle to try to secure government funding.”

Kambrod said he wrote the book because he found himself explaining the inner workings of Congress in terms of the appropriations process when dealing with staff officers in the Pentagon. At the same time, he was often asked by newer Hill staffers about what goes on across the Potomac in the formulation of budgets. “There are bits and pieces about the plus-up process [that are] of interest to both.”

As complicated as the budgeting process may seem, Kambrod said the process is the same year after year. “Lobbying for defense is largely a process of checks and balances to be sure that what a company attempts to fund is something that has been coordinated with the services and is required. In general, industry must have their product identified and approved by the services as an unfunded requirement. Points of contact within the services must be identified. It must be sponsored by the military departments when queried by professional staff members of the defense committees as to merit. It must be sponsored solidly by a member or delegation to the defense committees. Documentation or member request forms for submittal to committees have largely been now standardized for staff coordination and submittal. These just reflect some of the elements of the equation which must be put in place, and it is all rote and done by timelines.”

Kambrod said that although there is always the possibility that a lobbyist can succeed in adding a million here or there for something not expressly requested or supported by a service, it’s becoming more unlikely. “Money is so tight these days that accomplishing this sort of thing is increasingly more difficult, and, if anything, will continue to be even more so. I also think the climate on the Hill these days tends to keep people away from advancing this type activity in at least Defense.”

Lobbyists focus efforts on appropriators because the Appropriations Committees provide the funding for programs. “They sign the checks, so to speak. The authorizers do not. Authorizers simply authorize expenditures. Funding for a program found in the Authorization Act is factually no money at all, but authorization for an appropriation.”

But Kambrod said it is a mistake to ignore the authorizers with the Armed Services Committees in their quest for funding. “The mistake here lies in the perception inside the services themselves. If the service finds unobligated funding toward the end of a budget year which it wishes to direct toward another need, it is far easier to apply that funding to a program which had been authorized, though not appropriated, than to a program that has neither funds nor authorization. Those clients engaging lobbyists who dismiss the authorizers as essentially irrelevant are not being served well by those lobbyists.”

I’ve heard that lobbying is as much about “who you know” as “what you know.” But Kambrod said what you know is far more important. “The ‘who’ is important, but the ‘who’ will change, either by choice or administration. Usually, the old and new key people are generally supportive of work that is being done to factually improve the combat capability of the soldier. That is an essential and vital truth in lobbying for defense programs. But to be able to elicit that support, regardless of who the people are, you have to know what you are talking about.”

Capt. Edward Lundquist, U.S. Navy (ret.), a senior science adviser with Alion Science and Technology in Washington, D.C., supports the Navy’s Surface Warfare Directorate.

Book Review: STRIKE FROM THE SEA: The Royal Navy & US Navy at War in the Middle East 1949-2003

Dec 27

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STRIKE FROM THE SEA: The Royal Navy & US Navy at War in the Middle East 1949-2003

By Iain Ballantyne

Pen & Sword Maritime Books Published in the US by US Naval Institute Press

Reviewed by Capt. Edward Lundquist, US Navy (Ret.)

Iain Ballantyne is my editor at Warships International Fleet Review magazine. I've written a number of articles for him. So when he sent me a copy of his book, I was only too happy to read and share my thoughts with Sea Classics readers.

First of all, Ballantyne writes from experience, that being several embarks made aboard ships in the region during and after the recent operations there, between 1990 and 2001. During the 2003 Iraq War he spent four weeks locked into the 'command bunker' of his UK-based magazine eating, sleeping and breathing 'Shock and Awe'. In the immediate aftermath of Operation Iraqi Freedom he held detailed discussions on front line operations with an SSN captain, Naval helicopter pilots and surface warship COs.

He knows what he's talking about. He also knows that what's going on over in the Gulf Region is based on centuries of history, so starting his account with much background dating from WWII makes a lot of sense and put Allied presence in the region in greater perspective.

Chapter one starts us off with the Suez Crisis as a preliminary event we need to comprehend before the later pieces of the puzzle can fall into place. In fact, many of the events in that part of the world are difficult to comprehend. Why during the Suez Crisis, the normally closely allied Royal Navy and US Navy weren't sure if they were on the same side. But the sailors in both Navies had to contend with the same long deployments in the scorching hot Middle East sun, gulping salt tablets. Ballantyne also share with us the stories of ships who spent significant time in the Gulf, like the British frigate Ashanti, or the US Flagship USS Duxbury Bay.

This sets the scene for decades of Naval presence in this hot but strategically important region.

Ballantyne gives us a very personal account of the events leading up to the first Gulf War, including the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait, the Desert Shied build-up and the Desert Storm military action that restored Kuwait and decimated the Iraqi forces, at least for a few years. We then see the enforcement of the No-Fly zones in northern and southern Iraq and move through the build-up to the 2003 war to remove Saddam, including also an account of the post 11 September War on Terrorism from the Naval perspective.

USS BRONSTEIN: The Little Combatant That Made Big Waves

Dec 27

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USS BRONSTEIN: The Little Combatant That Made Big Waves

The US Navy built several variations of escorts after World War II, including both steamand diesel-powered ships. The 314-ft Dealyclass displaced 1800-tons and had a 600-lb steam plant. Four similar ships of the Claud Jones-class were diesel powered. At 27-kts, steam-powered Dealys had limited speed and firepower, and the diesel Claud Jones had even less of both.

The USS Bronstein (DE-1037)-class of destroyer escorts incorporated several new and important developments in warship design. It was the first ship built with the SQS-26 sonar, as well as the first ship designed with a flight deck for the drone antisubmarine helicopter (DASH). It was one of the first ships to be designed for the anti-submarine rocket (ASROC) system, which could propel a torpedo up to 5-mi away. Bronstein and sister ship USS McCloy (DE-1038) were built at Avondale Shipyard in Louisiana. Both joined the fleet in 1962.

Bronstein's mission was “to screen transoceanic convoys and to operate effectively against submarines,” according to a press release issued upon her commissioning at Charleston, South Carolina, in 1963. The ship was named after Ben Richard Bronstein. Born in 1915 in Manchester, New Hampshire, Ben Richard Bronstein was appointed an assistant surgeon in the Naval Reserve in 1941. He was killed in action 28 February 1942 when an enemy submarine sunk his ship, USS Jacob Jones (DD-130) off Cape May, New Jersey. DE-1037 was the second to bear the name, with the first being USS Bronstein (DE-189).

Lieutenant Commander John McCloy, the namesake of DE-1038, was a recipient of two Medals of Honor. Officials presented his first for his actions in the 1900 relief expedition of the Allied Forces in China, and the second for heroism at Vera Cruz in 1914. McCloy also received the Navy Cross for commanding USS Curlew that cleared mines of the North Sea mine barrage during WWI.

Fahey's Eighth Edition of Ships and Aircraft of the US Fleet refers to these two ships as “graceful newcomers,” and “a smaller type designed for mass production.”

At 371-ft and 2650-tons, Bronstein was longer and heavier than the DeaTy-class, but had the same two 600-psi boilers and a single shaft, and so was slightly slower. The new and longer hull form was designed for the large bow-mounted SQS-26 sonar, as well as ASROC and DASH. Two MK32 triple-mount surface vessel torpedo tubes were installed, which were (and still are) common on most US Navy combatants. The designed speed was 24-kts; certainly fast enough for escorting convoys. The new design also featured an enclosed bridge and fin stabilizers.

The 1037s had 13 officers and 178 crewmembers. The commanding officer was a lieutenant commander selected for early command-at-sea.

Vice Admiral Scott Fry, US Navy, (Ret.), recalls reporting aboard McCloy as communications officer in 1971 at Newport, Rhode Island, then home to the Atlantic Fleet Cruiser-Destroyer Force. “Newport was a big Navy town, and with only two piers ships were nested sometimes four to a berth. Since we were the smallest and had the most junior commanding officer we were always last ship outboard.”

Fry would return to McCloy to command the ship in 1983.

The 1037s were somewhat top-heavy and the large bow sonar caused the ships to trim by the bow, particularly at higher speeds. They were relatively slow for battle group operations.

“McCloy was a remarkable, but somewhat unseaworthy ship,” recalls Capt. Richard Callas who served on McCloy between 1979 and 1983, and later commanded USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7). Callas is currently chief of staff for Strike Force Training Atlantic. “She rode terribly. Because the ship was somewhat topheavy, she tended to roll significantly. I remember routinely doing 30-deg rolls with an occasional 45-deg roll that would send everyone flying about.”

The ship's fin stabilizers were removed in the 1970s because they caused a jerking motion when the ship rolled. Because of the heavy AN/SQS-26 AXR steel sonar dome and the lack of a hurricane bow (which were standard issue on the Charles F. Adams-class guided missile destroyers and even the Knox-class class escorts), McCloys bow tended to “dig” into the seas when were underway.

“The focsle was always awash,” remembers Callas, “even in moderate seas. Yet despite her poor design and poor seakeeping abilities, McCloy consistently 'steamed,' operating from the ice flows in the Arctic to the Caribbean to the Mediterranean Sea. I think as a result, the ship produced some very proficient and seasoned ship handlers.”

Captain Rick Wright, who commanded Bronstein from May 1987 to May 1989, agrees with Callas that the ships were notorious for their seakeeping abilities. “When Bronstein operated off the coast of Alaska in the summer of 1987 in heavy seas, the admiral aboard the amphibious platform dock (LPD) that the frigate was in company with queried the commanding officer via flashing light as to whether 'everything was all right with the ship' as he watched her plunge and roll while his flagship was riding through the rough seas with little apparent trouble. The sailors aboard the LPD subsequently 'redesignated' Bronstein 'SS-1037,' because she frequently looked like a submarine broaching and rolling on the ocean's surface.”

“When I came aboard in 1971, the fin stablizers were two huge lumps of rust,” says Fry. “They never worked. When I came back aboard for my command tour they were gone.”

The new SQS-26 AXR was a very powerful mid-frequency active sonar and much more powerful than the SQS-4 and SQS-23 sonars being used in the fleet at that time. It was the precursor to the very capable AN/SQS-53 series sonar found on combatants in the fleet today. The 26 had a bottom bounce and convergence zone capability, which meant it could detect submarines at greater ranges, so newer and longer range weapons were needed. The 1037s also had the AN/SQR-15 towed array surveillance system (or TASS), which was removed in 1984.

The McCloy received the towed array sonar system (TASS) during an availability at the Boston Naval shipyard in 1977. The installation included a large equipment van that was inserted inside the ship's DASH hangar. The van contained a bank of AQA-5 wide-band acoustic processors (WAPs) used for processing acoustic information from the towed array. The other part of the SQR-15 installation included a large equipment reel with associated deck gear located on the fantail. The reel, manufactured by Western Gear, stored, deployed and retrieved, several thousand feet of 1.25-in tow cable and a several hundred foot towed array of detachable modules containing acoustic hydrophones.

Fry says other changes between his first tour and when he took command was the removal of the after 3-in gun to make room for TASS; an updated radio shack; an additional fire pump, a collection, holding and transfer tank (CHT) system for waste, and the executive officer (XO) had moved up from officers country into the former embarked Destroyer Division commander's cabin. “Even with the XO moved out of officers' country it was still pretty tight living,” he says.

Only two were built. The Bronsteins were followed by the 10 ships of the Garcia-class and Brookeclass guided missile escorts, along with the USS Glover, all of which had a 1200-psi pressure-fired propulsion plant; and the 46 ships of the Knoxclass. These new ships would also have a “mack.” These ships were the first to combine the stack and mast arrangement to a single “mack.”

According to Wright, 'TASS worked great for long range cuing when the host platform was operating far away from the Battle Group.

“The ship had a single 3-in/50-cal gun mount aft that was removed to support the large equipment reel. When operating, the towed array could be streamed in excess of one mile from the ship.

“The AN/SQR-15 proved to be an extremely effective passive narrowband ASW system,” Callas says.

While optimized for ASW, the 1037s had a twin 3-in/50-cal MK33 dual-purpose gun with a MK56 fire control system forward, as well as a single 3-in mount aft of the DASH deck. The after mount was later removed to make room for the TASS. The dual purpose gun could be used against aircraft, ships or targets ashore. Later classes of DEs and DEGs would get the 5-in/38-cal or 5inch 54 gun. The next generation of escort ships, the Oliver Hazard Perryclass, would have a single 76mm gun.

Callas was a gun mount officer during general quarters. “The dual gun 3-in/50-cal mount was a fairly simple and reliable gun system. Each gun had a loader that held five rounds, after that, each round had to be hand loaded. The rate of fire was dependant on the proficiency of the gunnery team. In addition to the mount captain, who sat between the two guns, the surface gunner (port side) and air gunner (starboard side), there were two loaders who pulled rounds out of a temporary rotary service container in the mount and slapped them into the gun breech, plus a team of a dozen personnel that pulled rounds out of the ready service lockers on the foc'sle and placed them in the rotary service containers. From experience, the old 3-in/50-cal could put out as many [if not more] rounds as the automated 5-in/54-cal Mk 45 gun mount system. We could pump out 40 to 50 rounds a minute on a good day.”

The large bow-mounted sonar dome necessitated an unusual anchor configuration. One anchor was mounted on the bow, and a portside anchor was mounted back by the gun mount.

These ships also were the operational test and evaluation platform for the extremely high frequency satellite communications system (EHF SATCOM). “We got our EHF SATCOM in 1973,” Fry recalls. It wasn't a regular piece of comm gear. It had a huge dome antenna upon a lattice structure, installed on our DASH deck. Even though I was the communications officer, only the CO and a few people who came on board to operate it knew what it was for.”

When Fry arrived on McCloy for his first tour, the DASH system had been taken off the ship. The deck and hangar were not big enough for a manned helicopter. But the 1037s would frequently be used to refuel ASW helicopters from other ships using the helicopter in-flight refueling (HIFR) method.

Even though these ships were basically experimental platforms, with one stationed on each coast, they remained in service into the early 1990s. Both were reclassified as frigates (FF) on 30 June 1975. They were relatively inexpensive to operate, and Wright notes that in his 24-months in command he was an opposing force Orange player in five different Third Fleet exercises off the West Coast of the United States and in Hawaiian waters. Bronstein also was a platform of choice to conduct the nascent counter-drug patrols just beginning off the coast of Baja and Central America. In the autumn of 1987, Bronstein served as flagship for the first significant joint Navy/Coast Guard anti-drug patrol in the Pacific termed Blue Pennant Six.

McCloy participated in operations north of the Arctic Circle during the summer and fall of 1972, along with the ASW carrier USS Intrepid (CVS-11). “Our ASW team combined our SQS-26AXR sonar and the Intrepid's SH-3 Sea King ASW helicopters. We operated north of Murmansk and attracted a lot of attention,” Fry says. “We had Soviet Bear and Badger overflights, and Kresta cruisers coming out to look at us. Here I am, an ensign on the bridge wing, staring at a Kresta 77 cruiser, and here's McCloy with our twin 3-in mount forward and single 3-in gun aft.”

The forward gun was in an enclosed mount, which was necessary because the ship took so much water over the bow. The after mount was not enclosed, and because the ship rolled so much it was almost as wet in the back as it was up forward.

“I took her through a storm coming through the Denmark Straits in March of 1984, returning from an ASW exercise called Arctic SHAREM,” Fry recalls. “We sailed into the marginal ice zone in company with the Coast Guard icebreaker USCGC Northwind (W-282) to see if we could track submarines under the ice. We watched small ice bergs go by us with TASS in the water. We took a 62-deg roll during the storm and snapped right back. Other ships in company with us had people get injured, but we had nobody get hurt.

“Every time we got underway we rigged for heavy weather even when none was forecast,” says Fry, who added the introduction of the scopolamine patch made a big difference for Sailors who encountered motion sickness on the small combatants.

During the 1970s and 1980s, every battle group deploying to the Mediterranean would find and track Soviet subs. McCloy was a legendary ASW ship, Fry says. “Under my predecessors she won every ASW award possible. Every time she went to the Med she came back with the 'Hook 'Em' award,” he says, referring to the award given to the combatant in each battle group with the best ASW performance.

In 1983, McCloy was dispatched to the “Yankee Box,” a station off the US Eastern seaboard where the Soviets kept a Yankee-class ballistic missile sub with the range to attack US cities. “We were diverted to go find a Soviet Victor III, a brand new Soviet nuclear submarine that we had never seen in the Western Atlantic. With our TASS system we located the Victor III at extended range off Charleston but because of deteriorating weather and heavy shipping. I wanted to get closer so we could pick him up in 'direct path.' We took in our tail and sprinted down to where we calculated we would pick him up. We streamed out the array and I went into the TASS van that we had installed inside the DASH hangar to see if we had reestablished contact.”

The TASS display showed a very solid contact. So strong that Fry knew he was right on top of the Soviet boat. “Just then we felt a shudder and we lost array power. The tail stretched, and then snapped like a whip. The after lookout is standing 5-ft from the cable drum and was reporting that the cable was flying up above our mack like a whip, then'birdcaged'in the reel. We still had the Victor 777 passively on our 26. We handed him off to a P-3,1 sent an OPREP-3 Pinnacle Front Burner [a “highest precedence” emergency notification message to the highest levels of the Navy], and we went back into Norfolk where I expected to be relieved for cause. Shortly after the investigation commenced, the commander of the second Fleet, Vice Adm. Joe Metcalf sent a message to wide distribution that said, When McCloy gains contact, McCloy confirms contact. A new tail is on the way.' And that was the end of the investigation.”

The next day, a Navy P-3 sighted a Soviet Victor III attack submarine stopped on the surface 282-mi west of Bermuda and 470-mi east of Charleston, South Carolina. A few days later a Soviet tug takes the boat under tow and into Cienfuegos, Cuba.

“It was the first good look at the non-circular hull of the V-777and her counter-rotating propellers,” says K. J. Moore, co-author of Cold War Submarines. “She was embarrassed, we got a good look, and she got a good length of array.”

In addition to being an extraordinarily capable ASW platform, the ship was engaged in a number of contingency operations. The ship covered the evacuation of Beirut in 1976 during the Lebanese Civil War. “The ship was there in 1982 covering the landing of the Marines into Lebanon and escorted merchant ships carrying Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO) fighters out of Beirut as part of the cease fire between Israel and the PLO,” Callas recalls.

Both were decommissioned in December 1990, and sold to Mexico in October 1993.

Admiral Paul David Miller, Commander-in-Chief, US Atlantic Fleet, and a former commanding officer of McCloy, delivered the decommissioning speech at Naval Station Norfolk 14 December 1990, in near gale force winds. Captain Wright, then working for the admiral after his command tour in Bronstein, helped prepare the remarks. In his closing remarks, Admiral Miller noted, “McCloy has long-served as a proving ground for youthful naval leadership. She has never been commanded by someone who initially was any more senior than a lieutenant Commander, and along with her sister ship, USS Bronstein, remained one of only two lieutenant Commander frigate commands in the United States Navy. As the 13 other former commanding officers of these two ships here today can attest, that fact has long been a distinction of pride to all who have been fortunate to lead these two ships.”

FF-1037 is now the Hermenegildo Garcia (F-202) and FF-1038 is the Nicolas Bravo (F-201), based at Manzanillo.

Edward Lundquist is a senior science advisor with Alion Science and Technology in Washington, DC. This story originally appeared in Surface Warfare magazine.

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

Dec 24

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2.) Communications Specialist Principal, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

3.) Communications Specialist, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

4.) Human Resources Specialist (Military) US Army Human Resources Command, St. Louis, Missouri

5.) Aircraft Technical Instructors, CAE, Phoenix, Arizona

6.) Communications Sr Mgr, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, Fort Worth, Texas

7.) Naval Architect, Aerotek Inc., Arlington, VA

8.) DIRECTOR, STAFF – INVESTOR RELATIONS, CACI International, Arlington, VA

9.) Sr. Program Manager Astronautics, Corporation of America, Milwaukee, WI

10.) Deputy Director, Association of Defense Communities (ADC), Washington, D.C.

11.) AMSEC – Naval Architect, Northrop Grumman, Newport News, VA

12.) SECRET Principal Mechanical Engineer- Naval/Marine Design, IDS Engineering's Mechanical Engineering Directorate (MED), Raytheon, Sudbury, MA

13.) Fellow, Center for Preventive Action, Council on Foreign Relations, New York, New York

14.) Maritime Security Officers, Securewest, Norfolk, VA

15.) Director, Naval Programs, The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), Alexandria, VA

16.) Senior Naval Architect, CTR Group, Gulfport, MS

17.) Combat Systems Quality Assurance Specialist, CDI Marine Company, a division of CDI Government Services, Portsmouth, VA

18.) BINGO RECREATION AIDE, Commander Navy Installations Command, Mayport, FL

19.) SUPERVISORY PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, United States Coast Guard, Department Of Homeland Security, Miami, FL

20.) FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR, Department Of The Navy, Mayport, FL

21.) SUPERVISORY PROGRAM MANAGER, Total Force Manpower Division, Commander, Navy Installations, Naval Operations, Washington, DC

22.) Electrical Engineer Stf, Arnold-Hanafin Corporation, Everett, WA

23.) Military Analyst, The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Washington, DC metropolitan area

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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 current total is about $13,000. But I am told a major gift was received that put us more than half way to our 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.

(Some of you noted that Operation Second Chance had imposed a $50 minimum for credit card donations. I have since arranged to have that dropped to $20.

You can start by checking in here:

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

*** From Harry Wiley:

Ned,

You can help our wounded military personnel recuperate. While Ned's been helping raise money for the needed van in Washington, other groups have been helping in other ways. In Kentucky, the Ashland Inc. Retirees Club, Ashland, Ky., has held two drives to obtain “gently used or new” DVDs and VHS movies that are then shipped to the Wounded Warrior Battalion at Fort Knox. More than 1,000 movies have been shipped from the Ashland, Ky, area. You can do this, too. Check with a military hospital in your area and see if the Wounded Warrior program needs help — just a movie to make a day go by faster can make a difference!

—
Harry Wiley
Total Communications
1505 Carter Avenue
Suite 300
Ashland KY 41101
Phone/FAX: 606.324.9940

*** From Charles B. Henderson:

Ned,

Several people have shared the following poem with me, and I thought I'd pass it along. This is for all the warriors among us, wounded or not.

Also, I have a confession to make, for what it's worth. When I had my physical for the military, back in the early '70s, the Vietnam war was still going on, although it would soon wind down. A hernia I had had since I was a young boy meant I was rated 4-F that day. A week later I turned around and had it fixed. I still recall, however, that some 50 percent of the young guys with me that day were turned down for physical reasons — not exactly a positive commentary on the physical state of youth at the time. Nevertheless, I'm proud to recognize the dedication and professionalism of the men and women who choose to don the uniform and take on the awesome responsibilities of military service. It rankles me when I hear some people say that some young people go into the military because of limited economic opportunities. While it may be true for some, theirs is a deliberate choice and, based on statistics, the people in the military are, on average, more educated than the general populace.

Best wishes for the holidays,

Charlie
Charles B. Henderson
St. Louis, Mo.

The embers glowed softly, and in their dim light,
I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight.
My wife was asleep, her head on my chest,
My daughter beside me, angelic in rest.
Outside the snow fell, a blanket of white,
Transforming the yard to a winter delight.

The sparkling lights in the tree I believe,
Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve.
My eyelids were heavy, my breathing was deep,
Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep.
In perfect contentment, or so it would seem,
So I slumbered, perhaps I started to dream.

The sound wasn't loud, and it wasn't too near,
But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear.
Perhaps just a cough, I didn't quite know, Then the
sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow.
My soul gave a tremble, I struggled to hear,
And I crept to the door just to see who was near.

Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night,
A lone figure stood, his face weary and tight.
A soldier, I puzzled, some twenty years old,
Perhaps a Marine, huddled here in the cold.
Alone in the dark, he looked up and smiled,
Standing watch over me, and my wife and my child.

“What are you doing?” I asked without fear,
“Come in this moment, it's freezing out here!
Put down your pack, brush the snow from your sleeve,
You should be at home on a cold Christmas Eve!”
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift,
Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts.

To the window that danced with a warm fire's light
Then he sighed and he said “Its really all right,
I'm out here by choice. I'm here every night.”
“It's my duty to stand at the front of the line,
That separates you from the darkest of times.

No one had to ask or beg or implore me,
I'm proud to stand here like my fathers before me.
My Gramps died at ' Pearl on a day in December,”
Then he sighed, “That's a Christmas 'Gram always remembers.”
My dad stood his watch in the jungles of ' Nam ',
And now it is my turn and so, here I am.

I've not seen my own son in more than a while,
But my wife sends me pictures, he's sure got her smile.
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag,
The red, white, and blue… an American flag.
I can live through the cold and the being alone,
Away from my family, my house and my home.

I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet,
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat.
I can carry the weight of killing another,
Or lay down my life with my sister and brother…
Who stand at the front against any and all,
To ensure for all time that this flag will not fall.”

“So go back inside,” he said, “harbor no fright,
Your family is waiting and I'll be all right.”
“But isn't there something I can do, at the least,
“Give you money,” I asked, “or prepare you a feast?
It seems all too little for all that you've done,
For being away from your wife and your son.”

Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret,
“Just tell us you love us, and never forget.
To fight for our rights back at home while we're gone,
To stand your own watch, no matter how long.
For when we come home, either standing or dead,
To know you remember we fought and we bled.
Is payment enough, and with that we will trust,
That we mattered to you as you mattered to us.”

*** Three DEFCON 1 “Can't Wait” postings from Alion Science and Technology

1.) Communications Specialist, Lead, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

Job ID: 9523

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: naval architecture & marine engineering; defense operations; systems engineering; modeling & simulation; information management & technology; chemical, biological, nuclear & environmental sciences; wireless spectrum engineering; and industrial technology. Based in McLean, Virginia, Alion employee-owners are located at major offices, customer sites and laboratories worldwide.

Qualifications

Public Affairs position to be established as part of a contract to be awarded by Navy Chief of Information (CHINFO).

Bachelor's degree in related discipline plus 8 to 10 years of directly related experience. Master's degree preferred. In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 10 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.

Must have a strong understanding of U.S. Navy organization and culture.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Experienced in internet-based media

Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

A SECRET security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

Leads highly complex communications and/or relations with the public, the media, and the community. The contractor shall analyze mission, goals and objectives of the organizations involved in the program(s) about which the strategies and plans are being developed; identify audiences for the communications; assess reputation risk; develop objectives, themes and messages; synchronize related communication events across command, echelon, agency and governmental lines; establish measures of performance and measures of effectiveness; develop strategies, plans and tactics; monitor implementation of communication plans; and make assessments of strategy, plan and tactical effectiveness.

– Leads the planning and implementing of marketing communications projects in support of advertising, product promotion, public relations and trade shows.

– Develops materials for internal and external multi-media presentations on CHINFO products, services and business plans.

– Participates in planning and executing marketing events.

– May prepare speeches or statements for senior management.

– Provides work leadership to less experienced Communications Specialists.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

We value the cultural differences our employees bring to Alion. EOE/AA/M/F/V/D.

How To Apply

We offer competitive salaries and outstanding benefit packages to full and half-time employees. Please apply on-line by uploading your resume or cut and paste your resume using our resume template.

https://erecruit.alionscience.com/psc/H89ER/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1&JobOpeningId=9523

2.) Communications Specialist Principal, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

Job ID: 9524

Qualifications

Senior Public Affairs position to be established as part of a contract to be awarded by Navy Chief of Information (CHINFO).

Masters degree in related discipline plus 10 to 12 years of directly related Navy Public Affairs experience. Defense Information School (DINFOS) attendance desired. In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 20 years applicable work experience. Public Affairs work experience at the Fleet/CHINFO/Joint levels required. 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.

Must have a strong understanding of U.S. Navy organization and culture.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Experienced in internet-based media

Knowledge of Joint Capabilities Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and Planning.

Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

A SECRET security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

As the organizational expert in the field, consults with management regarding the communications and/or relations with the public, the media, and the community. Provides guidance in coordinating events and developing promotional materials for CHINFO.

Responsible for communication strategies for highly complex issues, and directly advises the senior Navy personnel (Flag). Provides expertise in planning and implementing marketing communications projects in support of advertising, product promotion, public relations and trade shows.

The contractor shall analyze mission, goals and objectives of the organizations involved in the program(s) about which the strategies and plans are being developed; identify audiences for the communications; assess reputation risk; develop objectives, themes and messages; synchronize related communication events across command, echelon, agency and governmental lines; establish measures of performance and measures of effectiveness; develop strategies, plans and tactics; monitor implementation of communication plans; and make assessments of strategy, plan and tactical effectiveness.

– Day-to-day management of a complex program

– Develops materials for internal and external multi-media presentations on CHINFO products, services and business plans.

– May prepare speeches or statements for senior management.

– Provides work guidance and leadership to less experienced Communications Specialists.

– Responsible for meeting program budget and schedule; tracks deliverables and meets timelines for deliverables

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

We value the cultural differences our employees bring to Alion. EOE/AA/M/F/V/D.

How To Apply

We offer competitive salaries and outstanding benefit packages to full and half-time employees. Please apply on-line by uploading your resume or cut and paste your resume using our resume template.

https://erecruit.alionscience.com/psc/H89ER/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1&JobOpeningId=9524

3.) Communications Specialist, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

Job ID: 9525

Qualifications

Public Affairs position to be established as part of a contract to be awarded by Navy Chief of Information (CHINFO). Under general supervision, handles moderately complex communications and/or relations with the public, the media, and the community. Prepares promotional materials for CHINFO and prepares articles and releases for media consumption.

Bachelor's degree in related discipline plus 2 to 4 years of directly related experience.

In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 7 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.

Must have a strong understanding of U.S. Navy organization and culture.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Experienced in internet-based media

Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.

A SECRET security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

In concert with other CHINFO team members, conceptualize, design and create informational materials to support communication plans. This includes, but is not limited to, web-based materials, brochures, posters, large convention displays, fact sheets and direct marketing materials.

– Plans and implements marketing communications projects in support of advertising, product promotion, public relations and trade shows.

– Prepares materials for internal and external multi-media presentations on CHINFO products, services and business plans to include Navy Rhumb Lines.

– Participates in planning and executing marketing events such as trade shows.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

We value the cultural differences our employees bring to Alion. EOE/AA/M/F/V/D.

How To Apply

We offer competitive salaries and outstanding benefit packages to full and half-time employees. Please apply on-line by uploading your resume or cut and paste your resume using our resume template.

https://erecruit.alionscience.com/psc/H89ER/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1&JobOpeningId=9525

4.) Human Resources Specialist (Military) US Army Human Resources Command, St. Louis, Missouri
http://www.execsearches.com/non-profit-jobs/jobDetail.asp?job_id=17479

5.) Aircraft Technical Instructors, CAE, Phoenix, Arizona

http://jobs.aviationtoday.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=1710&jb=5024666

*** From John Smith:

6.) Communications Sr Mgr, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, Fort Worth, Texas

Develop and implement strategic and tactical communications plans

Integrated marketing communications experience, including editorial media relations, special event and trade show activities and crisis communications in the international marketplace

Manage outsourcing of professional services

Plan and prepare written and visual communications

Strong journalism writing skills and news media spokesperson experience are required

Requires 50-80% international travel.

Desired skills Experience building brand recognition

Experience with reputation management

Development and implementation of grass roots campaigns

Technical experience in regard to internet site development and posting a plus

Specific Job Description Communications point of contact for external communications on behalf of the company for all Aero international programs in a region of no less than 12-15 countries, reflecting activity with media, the US State Department, high-ranking public officials/affairs teams by country, and other key persons on the front lines of the company’s capture and keep sold activities. Leads the development and implementation of strategic and tactical communications plans by country to support the Company’s keep sold and capture campaigns for assigned lines of business.

Must be experienced in integrated marketing communications activities such as editorial media relations, advertising, third-party advocacy initiatives, special events, trade show activities, crisis communications, cause-related marketing and grass roots campaigns in the international marketplace to improve and support company business objectives with the public, industry, stockholders, employees and other audiences. Drives external brand recognition and reputation management objectives through multiple communications tools. Responsible for oversight of international public relations firms and other vendors in regard to outsourcing of professional services by country. Plans and prepares written and visual communications and dissemination of information utilizing print and broadcast media; magazines, speeches, scripts, intranet and Internet website. Strong journalism writing skills and news media spokesperson experience are required. Maintains close relationship with broad reaching international business development, business ventures and country program teams to determine appropriate planning and tactical decision making. Must be able to do competitive intelligence work, and to identify and meet industry standard metrics. Requires 50-80% international travel.

Standard Job Description Manages the development, planning, and conduct of public relations and goodwill programs to improve and support company business objectives with the public, industry, stockholders, and/or employees. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Oversees the planning, preparation, writing and dissemination of information utilizing print and broadcast media; magazines, speeches, scripts, intranet and Internet website. Monitors the submittal of photographs; assigns and/or approves artwork. Insures representation of the company at press conferences, briefings and presentations on company issues. Directs the participation and support of advertising campaigns, and/or edit material for organization publications. May supervise work of outside consultants.

Security Clearance None

Typical Minimums Appropriate degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education, with professional experience and specialized training commensurate with assignment

https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?SID=^oO8mhcpwhccaMizDYh127dPZAkKlBEf3R4e9on2nz59DbHlHHeCqpBZXgOC7BJVYQudRm9CJmv8F_C_R__L_F_5C2ocXQ7lXJhLl7AXSSTxNL0qZttDMk=&jobId=107472

7.) Naval Architect, Aerotek Inc., Arlington, VA

http://www.seadiscovery.com/mt/mtJob.aspx?showjob=140401745

8.) DIRECTOR, STAFF – INVESTOR RELATIONS, CACI International, Arlington, VA

http://www.intelligencecareers.com/jobs/jobview.cfm?jobid=1223447

9.) Sr. Program Manager Astronautics, Corporation of America, Milwaukee, WI

http://www.smartbrief.com/jobs/ata/job_detail.jsp?id=4678&sid=4b0ad104-1bc6-4a12-b2eb-eda1d950ab13

10.) Deputy Director, Association of Defense Communities (ADC), Washington, D.C.

The Association of Defense Communities (ADC) is the voice for local and state governments with a significant military presence seeks a Deputy Director with 3 or more years of legislative knowledge and hill experience and or advanced knowledge of base closure, base redevelopment process. Outreach efforts with the Defense Department, Congress, and key Executive Agencies is a key responsibility as well as to provide overall strategy for legislative actions. Analytical skills, communication skills and great writing essential.

How to Apply :

Qualified candidates should submit an online resume, including salary history/requirements, and a writing sample (a federal regulatory comment letter, draft legislative testimony or articles about legislative or regulatory activities) to: egiaimo@defensecommunities.org

http://www.washingtonnetworkgroup.com/index.php?tg=addon/1/form&idx=3&id_app=3&id_step=8&id_form=3&form_row=1608&popup=0&parent_id_form=1&parent_id_step=6&form_menu=&trt_step=1&form_value=Deputy%2BDirector

11.) AMSEC – Naval Architect, Northrop Grumman, Newport News, VA

http://careers.northropgrumman.com/ExternalHorizonsWeb/getJobPostDetail.do?sequenceNumber=160258

12.) SECRET Principal Mechanical Engineer- Naval/Marine Design, IDS Engineering's Mechanical Engineering Directorate (MED), Raytheon, Sudbury, MA

http://www.intelligencecareers.com/jobs/jobview.cfm?jobid=1184548

13.) Fellow, Center for Preventive Action, Council on Foreign Relations, New York, New York

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations is an independent national membership organization, publisher of Foreign Affairs, and a nonpartisan center for scholars dedicated to producing and disseminating ideas so that individual and corporate members, as well as policymakers, journalists, students, and interested citizens in the United States and other countries can better understand the world and the foreign policy choices facing the United States and other governments.

The Center for Preventive Action (CPA) seeks to help prevent, defuse, and resolve deadly conflicts around the world and to expand the body of knowledge on conflict prevention. It provides a forum in which representatives of governments, international organizations, nongovernmental organizations, corporations, and civil society can gather to develop operational and timely strategies for promoting peace in specific conflict situations. The center focuses its work on states and sub-regions where instability has high consequences for U.S. interests and humanitarian concerns so that they receive the appropriate attention and resources for preventive action. In addition, emphasis is placed on learning from past experiences and providing practical recommendations for future conflict prevention efforts. The center does this by issuing reports, engaging the U.S. government, building networks, and providing expertise on conflict prevention.

As part of the Center for Preventive Action, the fellow will be expected to focus on how to enhance U.S. and international capacities for preventive action, and to distill practical lessons from previous cases of preventive action.

The major responsibilities of the fellow include (but are not limited to):

• Writing and issuing reports which evaluate and respond rapidly to developing conflict situations and formulate timely, concrete policy recommendations that the U.S. government, international community, and local actors can use, as well as writing CFR reports, articles, and op-eds.

• Meeting with administration officials, members of Congress, and their staffs to brief them on CPA’s findings and recommendations.

• Leading roundtables, study groups, and symposia for CFR members, administration officials, members or Congress, and experts within the arena of conflict prevention.

• Interacting with CFR’s distinguished membership and participating in Council programs and activities.

• Educating a broader public audience through media interviews and public speaking.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in International Relations, Political Science, Economics, or related social sciences field, with high academic achievement

• Expertise in or with the United Nations

• Strong writing credentials

• Periodic travel to Washington D.C. required

Company URL : http://www.cfr.org

Salary Range : Based on education and experience

How to Apply : Qualified candidates should e-mail or fax a resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, to the Human Resources department at the humanresources@cfr.org, or (212) 434-9893. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

http://www.washingtonnetworkgroup.com/index.php?tg=addon/1/form&idx=3&id_app=3&id_step=8&id_form=3&form_row=1589&popup=0&parent_id_form=1&parent_id_step=6&form_menu=&trt_step=1&form_value=Fellow%252C%2BCenter%2Bfor%2BPreventive%2BAction

14.) Maritime Security Officers, Securewest, Norfolk, VA

In the Hampton Roads area our security officers will be responsible for access control for pier side and/or vessel security.

Security Officers will be interfacing with Department of Homeland Security officials and ensuring only authorized personnel gain access to restricted areas.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, in good physical condition and able to lift 50 pounds. DCJS current certification highly encouraged.

Military personnel seeking part-time positions are also encouraged to apply for work in the Hampton Roads area.

Applicants meeting the above qualifications should apply online using the button below, e-mail, or fax resume and copy of DD-214 to the below contact information for consideration. Applications in writing or via the website with up to date resume and military / law enforcement career history.

Contact Name:

Alvin Burns

E-mail:

alvinburns@securewest.com

Phone:

757 461 4343

Recruiting office:

420 North Center Drive, Bldg 11, Suite 206, Norfolk, VA 23502

http://www.securewest.com/vacancies/vacancy.ikml?v=19

15.) Director, Naval Programs, The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), Alexandria, VA

The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is looking for qualified candidates for our position as Director, Naval Programs. This position leads and manages critical aspects of ABS Naval Programs and Government Operations group located in Alexandria, Virginia.

Position Description

The Director, Naval Programs will lead ABS classification programs related to U.S. Navy and foreign navy projects. The position will work closely in a technical and business development capacity with ABS Naval Engineering as well as Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Program Executive Office Ships (PEO Ships), Military Sea Lift Command (MSC), U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD), U.S. Coast Guard, and other domestic and foreign governmental and defense entities. This position encompasses technical engineering, project management, and business development focused on maintaining and expanding ABS presence in the appropriate government sectors. This is a senior level position and reports to the Vice President, Government Operations.

Position Requirements

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other engineering/technical discipline. A minimum of 20 years experience in the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, or U.S. Government service is preferred with specific expertise in ship design, construction, and/or maintenance required. Navy Engineering Duty Officers (EDO’s), U.S. Coast Guard Engineers, and Government Service employees with applicable engineering experience are desired. Experience with ABS Naval Vessel Rules (NVR) is highly desired, as is experience working with or for NAVSEA, PEO, MSC, MARAD, Coast Guard, SUPSHIP, and Naval Shipyards. A knowledge of government operations and structure with the ability to effectively build and maintain business relationships at multiple levels within the Navy and Coast Guard organizations is a must. A positive, outgoing demeanor and excellent communication skills is required, and candidates must have the ability to problem solve and multi-task effectively in both a technical and non-technical settings Individuals must be U.S. citizens, possess a valid passport, successfully pass US Government Security Clearance checks, and be able to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.

Company Summary

The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is a leading international Classification Society with global headquarters in Houston Texas. From its inception in 1862, ABS has led Classification through the establishment and application of technical standards for the safe design, new construction, refit, and repair of ships and offshore structures. These standards are issued by ABS as published Rules and Guides. Recently ABS has worked jointly with the U.S. Navy in the development of ABS Naval Vessel Rules (NVR’s) for use in U.S. Navy vessels. As an organization, three goals define ABS… Safety, Service, and Solutions. These are the driving influence for our reputation as one of the world’s leading ship classification societies. Come join the leader in Classification and have your work make a difference in the marine industry!

ABS and affiliated Companies employs over 3000 professionals globally providing service to clients across a network of offices in over 70 countries. ABS offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and domestic relocation.

ABS is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a diverse workforce and an outstanding work environment. Interested candidates are encouraged to the visit the career section of our website at www.eagle.org as well as respond directly with a resume to lrogers@eagle.org.

EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. ABS maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing.

https://www2.recruitingcenter.net/Clients/abs/PublicJobs/controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=10180

16.) Senior Naval Architect, CTR Group, Gulfport, MS

http://www.degreedjobs.com/employer/jobadpages/Engineering/Marine/135905/Senior_Naval_Architect.html?spon=shpaid

17.) Combat Systems Quality Assurance Specialist, CDI Marine Company, a division of CDI Government Services, Portsmouth, VA

http://www.degreedjobs.com/employer/jobadpages/Information_Systems/Quality_Assurance/130728/Combat_Systems_Quality_Assurance_Specialist__NEEDED_NOW.html

18.) BINGO RECREATION AIDE, Commander Navy Installations Command, Mayport, FL

http://www.federaljobsearch.com/job.asp?cid=0&tid=41061866&no=2732003&retPage=%2Floc%2F173%5F1%2Easp

19.) SUPERVISORY PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, United States Coast Guard, Department Of Homeland Security, Miami, FL

http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=78003902

20.) FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR, Department Of The Navy, Mayport, FL

http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=29263178

21.) SUPERVISORY PROGRAM MANAGER, Total Force Manpower Division, Commander, Navy Installations, Naval Operations, Washington, DC

http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=77912928

22.) Electrical Engineer Stf, Arnold-Hanafin Corporation, Everett, WA

http://www.degreedjobs.com/employer/jobadpages/Engineering/Engineering_Consulting/125864/Electrical_Engineer_Stf.html

23.) Military Analyst, The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Washington, DC metropolitan area

https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/view-all-jobs/military-analyst.html

24.) Defense Analyst, Senior, Booz Allen Hamilton, Norfolk, VA

https://bah.taleo.net/servlets/CareerSection?art_ip_action=FlowDispatcher&flowTypeNo=13&pageSeq=2&reqNo=603916&art_servlet_language=en&csNo=2&src=JB-14400

25.) Senior Military Analyst – TRADOC System Manager, The Wexford Group International, A CACI Company, Fort Meade, MD

http://www.baltimorejobsite.com/Jobs/Senior-Military-Analyst-TRADOC-System-Manager-Fort-Meade-MD-US-jp18577764.htm

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Three DEFCON 1 “Can't Wait” postings from Alion Science and Technology

Dec 18

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Three DEFCON 1 “Can't Wait” postings from Alion Science and Technology

Communications Specialist, Lead, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

Job ID: 9523

Responsibilities

Leads highly complex communications and/or relations with the public, the media, and the community. The contractor shall analyze mission, goals and objectives of the organizations involved in the program(s) about which the strategies and plans are being developed; identify audiences for the communications; assess reputation risk; develop objectives, themes and messages; synchronize related communication events across command, echelon, agency and governmental lines; establish measures of performance and measures of effectiveness; develop strategies, plans and tactics; monitor implementation of communication plans; and make assessments of strategy, plan and tactical effectiveness.

– Leads the planning and implementing of marketing communications projects in support of advertising, product promotion, public relations and trade shows.

– Develops materials for internal and external multi-media presentations on CHINFO products, services and business plans.

– Participates in planning and executing marketing events.

– May prepare speeches or statements for senior management.

– Provides work leadership to less experienced Communications Specialists.

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.
How To Apply
We offer competitive salaries and outstanding benefit packages to full and half-time employees. Please apply on-line by uploading your resume or cut and paste your resume using our resume template.

https://erecruit.alionscience.com/psc/H89ER/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1&JobOpeningId=9523

Communications Specialist Principal, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

Job ID: 9524

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: naval architecture & marine engineering; defense operations; systems engineering; modeling & simulation; information management & technology; chemical, biological, nuclear & environmental sciences; wireless spectrum engineering; and industrial technology. Based in McLean, Virginia, Alion employee-owners are located at major offices, customer sites and laboratories worldwide.

Qualifications

Senior Public Affairs position to be established as part of a contract to be awarded by Navy Chief of Information (CHINFO).

Must have a strong understanding of U.S. Navy organization and culture.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experienced in internet-based media
Knowledge of Joint Capabilities Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and Planning.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
A SECRET security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

As the organizational expert in the field, consults with management regarding the communications and/or relations with the public, the media, and the community. Provides guidance in coordinating events and developing promotional materials for CHINFO.
Responsible for communication strategies for highly complex issues, and directly advises the senior Navy personnel (Flag). Provides expertise in planning and implementing marketing communications projects in support of advertising, product promotion, public relations and trade shows.

– Day-to-day management of a complex program

– Develops materials for internal and external multi-media presentations on CHINFO products, services and business plans.

– May prepare speeches or statements for senior management.

– Provides work guidance and leadership to less experienced Communications Specialists.

– Responsible for meeting program budget and schedule; tracks deliverables and meets timelines for deliverables

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

How To Apply
We offer competitive salaries and outstanding benefit packages to full and half-time employees. Please apply on-line by uploading your resume or cut and paste your resume using our resume template.

https://erecruit.alionscience.com/psc/H89ER/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1&JobOpeningId=9524

Communications Specialist, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

Job ID: 9525

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related discipline plus 2 to 4 years of directly related experience.
In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 7 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.

Must have a strong understanding of U.S. Navy organization and culture.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experienced in internet-based media
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
A SECRET security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

In concert with other CHINFO team members, conceptualize, design and create informational materials to support communication plans. This includes, but is not limited to, web-based materials, brochures, posters, large convention displays, fact sheets and direct marketing materials.

– Plans and implements marketing communications projects in support of advertising, product promotion, public relations and trade shows.

– Prepares materials for internal and external multi-media presentations on CHINFO products, services and business plans to include Navy Rhumb Lines.

– Participates in planning and executing marketing events such as trade shows.

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

https://erecruit.alionscience.com/psc/H89ER/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1&JobOpeningId=9525

Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 17 December 2008

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Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 17 December 2008

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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. Marine Engineer, Alion Science and Technology, Pascagoula, MS

2.) Welding Engineer – Defense Manufacturing, ATK Mission Systems, Rocket Center, WV

3.) Systems Analyst Lead, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

4.) Joint Non-Kinetic Effects Model Systems Analyst, L3 GS & ES Division, Atlanta, GA

5.) Electronic Warfare Officer (EWO) Instructor, Expeditionary Warfare & Logistics Division, SAIC, Fort Polk, LA

6.) Intelligence Analyst Sr, USCENTCOM, Lockheed Martin, Florida

7.) Military Analyst II-Call, Improvised Explosive Device-Defeat (IED-D) Joint, Interagency, Intergovernmental, and Multinational, Cubic Corporation, Leavenworth, KS

8.) Airborne Electronic Warfare Engineer, Journeyman Professional, NCI, Dayton, OH

9.) IED Field Service Rep, Camber Corporation, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

10.) IED -D Systems Analyst Trainer, Keybridge Technologies Inc, Fort Benning, GA

11.) Technical Writer, Kollmorgen Electro-Optical, Northampton, MA

12.) Senior Subject Matter Expert, USfalcon, Inc., Washington, DC

13.) Tech Subject Matter Expert 1 JIEDDO Counter- IED, Northrop Grumman, Arlington, VA

14.) Counter IED /EOD Intelligence Technician, BAE Systems, Hampton, VA

Include deploying to the JIEDDO Field Team Iraq in Baghdad, Iraq or the JIEDDO Field Team Afghanistan in Bagram, Afghanistan. When CONUS, place of duty will be within the Intelligence Division, JIEDDO in the Northern Virginia area

15.) Systems Engineer – Top-Secret / SCI Clearance, Catapult Technology, Washington, DC

16.) Intelligence Officer (Terrorism), Defense Intelligence Agency, Department Of Defense, Washington, DC

17.) Military Analyst Lead, Alion Science and Technology, Alexandria, VA

18.) EOD Analyst, Whitney, Bradley & Brown, Reston, VA

19.) Electronic Warfare Mobile Training Team Member, ManTech, Indian Head, MD

20.) Intelligence Analyst/SME, MTCSC, Stafford, VA

21.) Sr Outside Plant Technician, General Dynamics – IT, Twentynine Palms, CA

22.) Systems Analyst, Unisys Corporation, Arlington, VA

23.) Garrison/Brigade S-6 (Communications/Electronics) Senior Mentor/Trainer, MPRO Rish Kohr, AFGHANISTAN

24.) PAO and IO Support, Combined Security Transition Command-Afghanistan (CSTC-A), MPRI, Kabul, AFGHANISTAN

25.) TOP SECRET Principal Systems Engineer for SIGINT Systems, CACI International, Dahlgren, VA

26.) Special Security Representative (SSR), QinetiQ North America, Washington, DC

27.) Technical Operations Officer, Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Concord, CA

28.) TOP SECRET Data Management Support Analyst – Level 3, Boeing Company, Springfield, VA

29.) Shipboard Security Advisors- OCONUS, RONCO Consulting Corporation, Various Locations

30.) Human Factors Engineer, Sonalysts, Dahlgren, VA

31.) Drafter III, Graphics Art Specialist, Bowhead, Dahlgren, VA

*** And more…

*** Clearance:

Ned —

I occasionally see postings that include “eligibility to obtain a 'Secret'
(or other) security clearance” as a qualification.

As I have never had nor needed a security clearance, I have no idea whether
I'd be eligible or what would be entailed. Is there a resource you could
direct me to that might give me a better idea of where I stand? Thanks.

C.D.

(Good question. There are thousands upon thousands of people who have them, so it isn’t an insurmountable obstacle to employment. Let's ask the network for a response. Ned)

*** Several of the articles I have had published over the past 12 months or so can be seen at http://www.yourdefcon1.com/.

1. A Shipwreck Story is a “Hubris Machine”

Ned reviews “The Tragic History of the Sea – Shipwrecks from the Bible to Titanic” is edited by Anthony Brandt and published by National Geographic Books, Washington, DC

2. Diminished Arctic Ice means good news and bad

Diminished Arctic Ice means good news and bad Open sea lanes require more vigilance By Edward Lundquist From Naval Forces

3. Near life-size, built to stress senses

The USS Trayer may not be a full-scale warship, but it has a full-sized mission. So the design team that created the Battle Stations 21 trainer used efficiencies of scale to get the trainees to suspend disbelief. – From Training & Simulation Journal October 29, 2007

4. Japan, U.S. Develop Ballistic Missile Defense

The U.S. and Japan are working together to develop ballistic missile defense capabilities. Retired U.S. Navy Capt. Edward Lundquist, who supports the Navy's Surface Warfare Directorate, witnessed firsthand Japan's 2007 'Stellar Kiji' firing of a ship-base (From Defense News)

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

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

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.

(Some of you noted that Operation Second Chance had imposed a $50 minimum for credit card donations. I have since arranged to have that dropped to $20.

You can start by checking in here:

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*** Here are the jobs for this week:

1. Marine Engineer, Alion Science and Technology, Pascagoula, MS

Job ID 9485.

Qualifications

This position requires BS and 5 years of previous experience in shipchecking, engineering change reviews, and drawing verification and validation. The ability to read and interpret ship construction drawings is required.

Responsibilities

This position requires the ability to physically inspect US Navy ships in accordance with construction drawings or various waterfront engineering documents. Results of the shipchecks will be inputted into a database and resulting action items followed up on. Duties may also include review of Drawings or Engineering Changes for accuracy. Employee will be expected to be knowledgeable in various US Navy electrical systems, Combat Systems, or Mechanical Systems. Some travel to various Navy Ports will be required. Responsibilities may also include interface with the shipbuilder and US Navy to resolve various discrepancies

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

We value the cultural differences our employees bring to Alion. EOE/AA/M/F/V/D.

https://erecruit.alionscience.com/psp/H89ER/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_HM_PRE&Action=A&SiteId=1

(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.)

Human Resources Specialist (Military) US Army Human Resources Command, St. Louis, Missourihttp://www.execsearches.com/non-profit-jobs/jobDetail.asp?job_id=17479

2.) Welding Engineer – Defense Manufacturing, ATK Mission Systems, Rocket Center, WV

https://atk73.myvurv.com/MAIN/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=3654

3.) Systems Analyst Lead, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

Job ID 9489.

Qualifications

NAVSEA Team Submarine Organizational expert responsible for the security analysis and highly complex business processes of NAVSEA Team Submarine, consulting with Team Submarine CIO and users to develop security system requirements and implementation procedures. Provides technical expertise and guidance in identifying, evaluating and developing security assurance and procedures that are cost effective and meet user requirements, while incorporating the corporate tools within Team Submarine as available resources.

Education and Experience

Masters degree in Engineering or other related disciplines plus 8 to 10 years of directly related experience.

In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 15 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

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Expert knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures used in submarine systems analysis and design. Familiarity of baseline and emerging technologies for submarines is required. A DoD secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities

Report directly to the NAVSEA Team Submarine CIO to provide Security support. Candidate will operate in a senior leadership role supporting the unique requirements, standards, practices and policies pertaining to the Team Submarine Information Systems and Corporate Tools that function to provide support in NMCI, NNPI, CITIS, E-Tasker, Livelink and other infrastructure resources and reference and pertain to submarines and submarine systems.

In addition:

Analyzes the most complex business problems to be solved with automated systems.

Consults with functional users to develop business cases and/or cost/benefit analyses for proposed systems. Leads user discussions and analyses to develop and refine highly complex system requirements of critical importance to the organization. Analyzes security system interface problems, data definitions and security user related interface design issues. Writes or updates security specifications. Creates logical data models based on functional requirements. Performs quality assurance review of specifications. Develops analytical tools for use in the design and redesign of systems. Analyzes a variety of highly complex security systems planning tools, including proccesses, standards, practices and policies for information flow, hardware and software requirements, and reliability characteristics.

Develops and presents reports, formal briefings, business cases analyses and requirements documents on matters pertaining to the security, guidelines and information assurance requirements of all activities and tasks as assigned. Maintains current knowledge of relevant and leading edge submarine and NAVSEA technologies as assigned. Provides guidance to less experienced Security Systems 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

We value the cultural differences our employees bring to Alion. EOE/AA/M/F/V/D.

https://erecruit.alionscience.com/psc/H89ER/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1&JobOpeningId=9489&

4.) Joint Non-Kinetic Effects Model Systems Analyst, L3 GS & ES Division, Atlanta, GA

http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=77285642

5.) Electronic Warfare Officer (EWO) Instructor, Expeditionary Warfare & Logistics Division, SAIC, Fort Polk, LA

http://www.jobserve.us/W1A509B54E599F71C.jsjob

6.) Intelligence Analyst Sr, USCENTCOM, Lockheed Martin, Florida

https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?SID=&jobId=79170

7.) Military Analyst II-Call, Improvised Explosive Device-Defeat (IED-D) Joint, Interagency, Intergovernmental, and Multinational, Cubic Corporation, Leavenworth, KS

http://jobs.cubic.com/opportunities/process/?action=viewdetails&jobref=/opportunities/process/?action=viewdetails&jobref=9883

8.) Airborne Electronic Warfare Engineer, Journeyman Professional, NCI, Dayton, OH

http://www.jobserve.us/W31684BE95663E43E.jsjob

9.) IED Field Service Rep, Camber Corporation, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

https://tbe.taleo.net/NA11/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CAMBER&cws=1&rid=370

10.) IED -D Systems Analyst Trainer, Keybridge Technologies Inc, Fort Benning, GA

http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?job_did=J8B63Z62CGM0V6S4374

11.) Technical Writer, Kollmorgen Electro-Optical, Northampton, MAhttp://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&id=23&jobid=280568

12.) Senior Subject Matter Expert, USfalcon, Inc., Washington, DC

http://careers.usfalcon.com/careers/Careers.aspx?adata=kmUKxY2tvto5p2oasyhwE0M6j3dzBmF1YEQsGoSV6Z7mEbbDhEIfyOGZzIUh3hS0RHnSH49GbX6%2b82TlqbYoIw%3d%3d

13.) Tech Subject Matter Expert 1 JIEDDO Counter- IED, Northrop Grumman, Arlington, VA

http://careers.northropgrumman.com/ExternalHorizonsWeb/getJobPostDetail.do?sequenceNumber=160770

14.) Counter IED /EOD Intelligence Technician, BAE Systems, Hampton, VA

http://www.applyhr.com/12021871

15.) Systems Engineer – Top-Secret / SCI Clearance, Catapult Technology, Washington, DC

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=27513081&

16.) Intelligence Officer (Terrorism), Defense Intelligence Agency, Department Of Defense, Washington, DC

http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=77862120

17.) Military Analyst Lead, Alion Science and Technology, Alexandria, VA

https://erecruit.alionscience.com/psc/H89ER/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1&JobOpeningId=8186&

18.) EOD Analyst, Whitney, Bradley & Brown, Reston, VA

http://security-clearance-jobs.techexpousa.com/show_display_posting.cfm?posting_id=264582&employer_id=12235

19.) Electronic Warfare Mobile Training Team Member, ManTech, Indian Head, MD

http://www.mantech.com/careers/careers_redirect.asp?r=27241BR&codes=DEjn

20.) Intelligence Analyst/SME, MTCSC, Stafford, VA

http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?job_did=J3I1LV5ZSXNST11FQNK

21.) Sr Outside Plant Technician, General Dynamics – IT, Twentynine Palms, CA

http://www.resumeware.net/gdns_rw/gdns_web/job_detail.cfm?key=31542&referred_id=158

22.) Systems Analyst, Unisys Corporation, Arlington, VA

http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=78113243

*** From Larry Moores:

23.) Garrison/Brigade S-6 (Communications/Electronics) Senior Mentor/Trainer, MPRO Rish Kohr, AFGHANISTAN

Job Number Position 3922

Position_Description

Support the USG/USA Combined Security Transition Command –Afghanistan (CSTC-A) Commando Program as a Garrison/Brigade Senior Staff Mentor/Trainer. Develop training materials and conduct training for the Garrison/Brigade respective staff sections in training and operations, logistics and communications/electronics Responsible for training the full spectrum of section duties and responsibilities. Train, mentor and advise Garrison/Brigade staff officers and sections in the execution of assigned duties. Training should include daily garrison/brigade administrative duties, Military Decision Making, orders

Requirements

Former 04/05 Signal Officer with Garrison/Brigade Staff experience, preferably in Infantry or Special Forces units. (439).

Security Clearance Requirements

None Required

Salary

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package that includes health, dental, life insurance, direct deposit and more.

Point of Contact: Larry Moores (larry.moores@l-3com.com)

24.) PAO and IO Support, Combined Security Transition Command-Afghanistan (CSTC-A), MPRI, Kabul, AFGHANISTAN

Job Number: 1542

Position_Description

Support the USG/USA Office of Combined Security Transition Command-Afghanistan (CSTC-A) through the development and coordination with other organizations STRATCOMS plans and programs. Individual will have experience in Command Information processes, media relations and detail knowledge of Strategic Communications to include Command messaging. Seeking Former US Military (O5/O6).

Requirements

Former Military (O5/O6) with extensive experience at the DoD, DA, or MACOM level public affairs and information operations, possess superior writing skills, and have a current.

Security Clearance Requirements

Secret – For additional information on security clearance eligibility go to the Defense Security Service website

(www.dss.mil/psco/denial_interim_clear_indus_applic.html)

Salary: Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits: We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package that includes health, dental, life insurance, direct deposit and more.

Point of Contact: Larry Moores (larry.moores@l-3com.com)

25.) TOP SECRET Principal Systems Engineer for SIGINT Systems, CACI International, Dahlgren, VA

http://www.intelligencecareers.com/jobs/jobview.cfm?jobid=1227318

26.) Special Security Representative (SSR), QinetiQ North America, Washington, DC

http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=78112215

27.) Technical Operations Officer, Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Concord, CA

http://www.asian-jobs.com/view.php?job_id=33010&codes=IND

28.) TOP SECRET Data Management Support Analyst – Level 3, Boeing Company, Springfield, VA

http://www.intelligencecareers.com/jobs/jobview.cfm?jobid=1195672

29.) Shipboard Security Advisors- OCONUS, RONCO Consulting Corporation, Various Locations

RONCO Consulting Corporation is seeking highly motivated prior US Navy or Coast Guard servicemen to embark on a unique employment opportunity. Selected candidates will be responsible for providing anti-piracy security consulting and oversight on cargo vessels transiting Gulf of Aden. Positions will be unarmed; transit time normally 5 to 6 days per mission.

Key Areas of Expertise:

Anti-Terrorism Force Protection (ATFP)

Shipboard experience

Qualifications:

Military background or work history with training/experience in ATFP

Shipboard security experience and relevant training

Coursework in some or all of the following: SRFA, SRFB, SSEW, FPFT, ASC, VBSS

Knowledge and work experience in anti-terrorism techniques

Desirable Qualifications:

Master at Arms or Gunners Mate or Medic

Former Tech Advisor with CENATNSF

Coast Guard MSST

Marine Fleet Anti Terrorist Security Team with shipboard experience

Marine on detachment afloat

SWCC Crew

ATG Instructors

Contractor Instructors with sufficient training and shipboard experience also acceptable

ONLY candidates with relevant shipboard security experience should apply.

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

To apply, please email your resume, cover letter, DD214 and other supporting documentation, availability, and salary requirements to: jobs@roncowash.com

http://www.roncoconsulting.com/employment/index.html?jobid=000076

30.) Human Factors Engineer, Sonalysts, Dahlgren, VA

http://www.hfcareers.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?ref=gb&id=4034

31.) Drafter III, Graphics Art Specialist, Bowhead, Dahlgren, VA

Bowhead is one of the fastest growing federal government contractors in the Washington Metropolitan area. Growing at a predictable rate given the company's dedication to quality service, Bowhead is constantly expanding its employment opportunities both in number of employees and in fields of employment.

We know that the success we've experienced is a result of Bowhead's greatest asset, our exceptional employees. Our respect for these individuals motivates Bowhead to provide our staff with unique challenges designed to foster their professional development. We also make superior benefits available to them.

In short, Bowhead offers eligible employees significant growth opportunities, competitive wages, and a comprehensive benefits package. If you're seeking a challenging position with an expanding organization, we invite you to review our job openings which vary from state to state and our competitive benefits program.

Job Description

Under limited supervision, prepares working plans, detailed three dimensional drawings and complete mechanical or electrical drawings and layouts of components and assemblies such as schematics, interconnect lists, parts breakdown, printed circuit board tape ups, wire lists, etc., from notes, verbal instructions and rough or detailed sketches for engineering or manufacturing purposes. May take measurements or make observations of shop and field installations; makes routine engineering computations, prepares specifications, and makes adjustments in drawings and specifications; prepares material lists and engineering orders, change requests, etc. Work involves independent judgment to a limited extent with references generally available.

Required Skills

This is a position in a dynamic working environment supporting the development of the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) Non-Line of Sight Launching System (NLOS-LS) Surface Mission Module. Applicant must have a positive attitude and the ability to interface with co-workers of diverse backgrounds and skills. Extensive experience with the CAD software programs SolidWorks, Pro/E and AutoCAD, as well as office automation tools such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Internet Explorer is required. The major software program utilized in this work will be SolidWorks. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate proficiency with the CAD software programs referenced above as part of the interview process.

Applicant must be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance prior to beginning work.

Required Experience

5 – 8 years professional experience.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/job-JW8NI3GBW8M

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Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 10 December 2008

Dec 10

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Where in the world is the Great White Fleet:

http://www.navy.mil/gwf/

Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 10 December 2008

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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, Alion Science and Technology, Shaw AFB, SC

2.) Writer, United Service Organizations (USO), Arlington Virginia

3.) Web Communications Manager, United Service Organizations (USO), Arlington Virginia

4.) IRAQI Medical Assistance Subject Matter Expert, CALNET, Reston, VA (Job location is Iraq)

5.) Manager, Public relations, Walter Reed BRAC Implementation Team, iAP Worldwide Services, Washington, DC

6.) Mission Support Specialist, Department of Homeland Security, San Antonio, TX

7.) Collection Specialist, BAE Systems, Herndon, VA

8.) Supervisory Mission Support Specialist, Department of Homeland Security, Rosedale, NY

9.) Mission Planning Specialist, Saic, Las Vegas, NV

10.) Mission Support Specialist, Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection, NY, NY

11.) CALCM Mission Planner Specialist, Department of the Air Force, Barksdale AFB, LA

12.) Mission Operations Specialist, Chenega, Winchester, VA

13.) Consultant, Robbins-Gioia, Alexandria, VA

14.) Chem-Bio Defense Program Engineer/Analyst (Mid Level), SPARTA, Rosslyn, VA

15.) Sr Product Support Specialist – Military Systems Life Cycle Logistics, Serco, Washington, DC

16.) Military Ops Analyst – Joint Logistics (JLAG), Systems Planning and Analysis, Alexandria, VA

17.) Logistics Automation Engineer, Verizon Federal Network Systems, Fort Belvoir, VA

18.) ELINT Analyst, Syracuse Research, Charlottesville, VA

19.) EICO Specialist IV, ATK Mission Systems, Mesa, AZ

20.) Air Combat Simulation Specialist, Northrop Grumman, El Segundo, CA

*** And more…

*** Clearance:

Ned —

I occasionally see postings that include “eligibility to obtain a 'Secret'
(or other) security clearance” as a qualification.

C.D.

(Good question. There are thousands upon thousands of people who have them, so it isn’t an insurmountable obstacle to employment. Let's ask the network for a response. Ned)

*** Biggest game of the year!

They said Army’s fullback was better than any running back Navy had faced all year. Army's Collin Mooney finished his record-breaking season with 55 yards rushing against Navy. Shun White, the game’s MVP, ran for 65 yards in one scoring play. White had 138 yards in the first half alone. Eric Kettani had 125 yards. Navy again led the nation in rushing.

http://www.cfbstats.com/2008/leader/national/team/offense/split01/category01/sort01.html

The Mids will play Wake Forest in the inaugural EagleBank Bowl on Dec. 20 in Washington, DC. This will be Navy’s their sixth straight bowl game appearance.

*** SNA GWC Luncheon December 11, 2008:

Speaker: The Honorable Sean J. Stackley
Assistant Secretary of the Navy Research, Development and Acquisition

Location:

Hyatt Regency Crystal City

2799 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, Virginia, USA22202

Check-In opens at 1100
Lunch starts at 1130

*Note time change

To make a reservation please use the following link:
https://www.navysna.org/Events/GWCLunch/11DecSNAGWCLunch.asp

(Note: This luncheon is filling up fast. Don’t miss out.)

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

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

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.

(Some of you noted that Operation Second Chance had imposed a $50 minimum for credit card donations. I have since arranged to have that dropped to $20.

You can start by checking in here:

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

*** Here are the jobs for this week:

1. Military Analyst, Alion Science and Technology, Shaw AFB, SC

Job ID 9453.

Qualifications

Manpower and Personnel Analysis experience mandatory

Previous AFCENT experience desired

Minimum SECRET clearance mandatory

Knowledge of JOPES and DCAPES mandatory

Responsibilities

2.12. Manpower and Personnel Analysis and Management.

2.12.1. Assists in the analysis and management of operational requirements to

include:

2.12.1.1. Provides advice for the creation of management work folders.

2.12.1.2. Analyzes and reports on all manpower and personnel issues.

2.12.1.3. Provides expertise for the validation of deployed organizational

manpower requirements for the AFFOR and AOC.

2.12.1.4. Assists in the development of the Deployment Requirements

Manning Document.

2.12.1.5. Analyze and provides oversight of input data into the Joint

Operation Planning Execution System (JOPES) and Deliberate

and Crisis Action Planning Execution Segments (DCAPES)

2.12.1.6. Provides expert advice for creating and improving organizational

arrangement and charts.

2.12.1.7. Assists on personnel and unit draw downs.

2.12.1.8. Assists the Director with maintaining the Manpower Data

System.

2.12.1.9. Assists in the preparation of special orders.

2.12.2. Analysis and management of manpower and personnel support of

USAFCENT¿s Theater Security Cooperation Plan.

2.12.2.1. Provides advice for creating management work folders.

2.12.2.2. Provides advice on all manpower and personnel issues.

2.12.2.3. Provides expert advice and attending planning conferences.

2.12.2.4. Provides evaluations of manpower and personnel exercise

participant qualifications.

2.12.2.5. Provides expertise for validating manpower requirements for

exercises.

2.12.2.6. Assists in developing the exercise Deployment Requirements

Manning Document.

2.12.2.7. Analyzes data in JOPES/DCAPES

2.12.2.8. Provides expert advice for creating and improving organizational

charts.

2.12.2.9. Assists in the preparation of special orders.

2.12.3. Assists in the analysis and management of manpower and personnel

support of USAFCENT¿s Individual Augmentation program.

2.12.3.1. Assists in the reception, analysis, coordination and processing of

Individual Augmentation requests for Air Force support to other

services contingency requirements.

2.12.3.2. Provides expertise, and oversight in the maintenance, updates

and analytical database of requirements.

2.12.3.3. Provides expertise for developing the Deployment Requirements

Manning Document.

2.12.3.4. Analyzes data in JOPES/DCAPES.

2.12.3.5. Provides expert analysis of requirements and monitors status.

2.12.4. Receive and analyze USCENTCOM IA requests for organizational

issues.

2.12.4.1. Coordinates USCENTCOM Joint Manning Documents (JMD)

with USAFCENT staff for review and input.

2.12.4.2. Consolidate and submit USAFCENT staff JMD inputs to

ACC/XPM for organizational actions to establish Air Force

elements.

2.12.4.3. Reconcile requirements between JMD and USAFCENT

developed Air Force elements.

2.12.4.4. Request position descriptions from USCENTCOM or Joint Task

Forces as required.

2.12.4.5. Provide recommended response to A1 Director on Manpower

and Personnel taskings (JMD).

2.12.5. Build Joint requirements in database.

2.12.6. Track sourcing and tasking of each request.

2.12.7. Report status of Air Force requirements attached to AF Elements in

support of Joint Organizations.

2.12.8. Process requirement change requests.

2.12.9. Analyze requirements database for current operations.

2.12.10. Analyze organizational structure based on current requirements.

2.12.11. Build contingency requirements based on current operations.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

We value the cultural differences our employees bring to Alion. EOE/AA/M/F/V/D.

https://erecruit.alionscience.com/psp/H89ER/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_HM_PRE&Action=A&SiteId=1

*** From Maggie Prado:

2.) Writer, United Service Organizations (USO), Arlington Virginia

The United Service Organizations (USO), the internationally renowned service organization which provides support for active U.S. military personnel and their families, has an opportunity for a talented Writer to join the Communications Department. This position is based in our corporate office in Arlington, VA.
Key Responsibilities: The Writer will produce feature articles for the USO magazine, articles for USO newsletters, copy for USO websites and social media pages, and copy for USO collateral materials used throughout the organization. In this position, you will be an independent contributor – conducting your own research, interviews, fact checking, writing and editing.

Requirements:

A communications related Bachelor’s degree
3 to 4 years writing experience for a newspaper or magazine
Proficient with following the AP style guide, using MS office and MAC OS X, Adobe CS4 and current desktop publishing programs
Ability to interact and publish on social media systems
Ability to learn Website content management programs to publish to USO websites, as well as learning Bronto and other e-mail publishing programs.

The USO is conveniently located in Arlington Virginia and offers a competitive benefits package. To apply, submit resume, salary requirements and two writing samples to jobs@uso.org (reference “ARL 22”) or fax to +1.703.908.6420.

The USO is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

3.) Web Communications Manager, United Service Organizations (USO), Arlington Virginia

The United Service Organizations (USO), the internationally renowned service organization which provides support for active U.S. military personnel and their families, is currently recruiting for a Web Communications Manager.

This position is based in our corporate office in Arlington, VA.
Responsibilities:

· Manage the USO’s online presence via the USO website and social media to increase USO visibility and stakeholder engagement

· Manage the web-posting process by guiding and assisting content contributors in writing submissions for creating new web pages

· Create, edit and publish content (still and video imagery and text) to the USO website, intranet and Ning network site to ensure organizational updates are made in a timely manner

· Ensure the quality, integrity and accuracy of all information submitted for posting to the website

· Manage the USO’s social media engagement, including providing oversight for the USO’s Ning network and third-party social media engagement (e.g., Facebook, MySpace and YouTube).

· Prepare, coordinate and post online graphic and textual communications materials

· Design, test, administer, analyze and produce reports using online feedback and research surveys and other mechanisms, such as web metrics, media room metrics, customer satisfaction surveys, etc

· Manage USO’s online media room

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, English or other related field is required
3 to 5 years of experience (minimum); prior experience in web site content management
Experience in executing online marketing tactics
Experience with online communication and writing for the web medium.
Proficiency with Mac OS X, Microsoft Office, Adobe CS4 (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, Dreamweaver, Acrobat)
A full understanding of HTML authoring, CSS (cascading style sheets) and web development standards
Strong project management and organizational skills, including extreme attention to detail
Excellent communicator, with strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as a strong project management and organizational skills
Ability to work in fast- paced and team-oriented environment and independently organize work resources with the capability to work on multiple projects and/or assignments simultaneously.

The USO is conveniently located in Arlington Virginia and offers a competitive benefits package. We invite interested candidates to submit resume and salary requirements to jobs@uso.org (reference “ARL 21”) or fax to +1.703.908.6420.

The USO is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

4.) IRAQI Medical Assistance Subject Matter Expert, CALNET, Reston, VA (Job location is Iraq)

IRAQI Medical Assistance Subject Matter Expert in IRAQ

Security Clearance: U.S. Interim Secret, U.S. Final Secret or U.S Citizens eligible for clearance.

CALNET Inc.’s slogan “Partnership for Success” defines our work. It has been our privilege to have served the many Department of Defense and Intelligence agencies in missions throughout the world. CALNET made the INC 500 list and the TOP 100 list of Virginia Businesses in 2006, 2007 & 2008 as a result of explosive growth and the dedication of our employees.

CALNET Inc. is currently searching for Subject Matter Experts with proficiency in English and Arabic and /Or Kurdish ( 3/3/3 ) candidates to fill positions in IRAQ. The job descriptions are as follows:

Provide technical support services, reports, analyses, and supporting documentation on the local Iraqi hospital network to include hospital administration and organizational policies and procedures for a facility or medical unit; regional medical ethics, standards of care, certification, autopsy, procedures, policies and medical education of medical disciplines. Consult with medical, business, and community groups to discuss service problems, respond to community needs, enhance public relations, coordinate activities and plans, and promote health programs. Assist attending physicians assessing whether patients are stable enough to be transferred to the local Iraqi hospital and assist in the coordination of such transfer.

Five or more years of Iraqi or western-orientated experience in hospital or medical center. Extensive knowledge of IRAQ desired.

Technical support services, reports, analyses, and supporting documentation shall be commensurate with work product of a professional with the above experience with a degree in Nursing, Medical Technician, Medical Doctor or associate discipline.

CALNET, Inc. offers a competitive base salary plus commission, and a generous benefits package. This package includes medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurances, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, and generous leave time.

This full time permanent opportunity is located in IRAQ. To obtain more information regarding this position or to apply, please send a word copy of your resume to helena@calnet.com

CALNET, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=77653783&aid=4292464-4128&WT.mc_n=MKT000351

*** From Mark Sofman:

5.) Manager, Public relations, Walter Reed BRAC Implementation Team, iAP Worldwide Services, Washington, DC
https://iapws.recruitmax.com/main/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=6920&sourceID=Indeed

6.) Mission Support Specialist, Department of Homeland Security, San Antonio, TX

http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/jobs/Mission-Support-Specialist-1414675.html

7.) Collection Specialist, BAE Systems, Herndon, VA

http://www.applyhr.com/12327069

8.) Supervisory Mission Support Specialist, Department of Homeland Security, Rosedale, NY

http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/jobs/Supervisory-Mission-Support-Specialist-1404238.html

9.) Mission Planning Specialist, Saic, Las Vegas, NV

http://www.jobsforgeeks.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?ref=in&id=84975

10.) Mission Support Specialist, Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection, NY, NY

http://www.usajobs.org/jobs/77697122/Mission%20Support%20Specialist.htm

11.) CALCM Mission Planner Specialist, Department of the Air Force, Barksdale AFB, LA

http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/jobs/Calcm-Mission-Planner-Specialist-1404848.html

12.) Mission Operations Specialist, Chenega, Winchester, VA

http://www3.recruitingcenter.net/clients/Chenega/publicjobs/controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=13797&esid=az

*** From Kris Hoegel:

Ned,

I would be interested in this position being advertised in your next publishing. We currently have one opening for a Communications Consultant in Alexandria, VA.

Thanks,

Kris Hoegel

Corporate Talent Manager

DHS & Civilian Agencies

F. 703-548-3724

11 Canal Center Plaza

Alexandria, VA 22314

www.robbinsgioia.com

As the premier provider of project management and consulting services, Robbins-Gioia, LLC has earned a worldwide reputation for providing measurable results to support the successful implementation of high-risk, complex endeavors. If you are a highly motivated, results-oriented individual who wants to not only create but implement leading edge strategies and solutions, Robbins-Gioia, LLC has the project management career you have been searching for.
13.) Consultant, Robbins-Gioia, Alexandria, VA

Robbins-Gioia is currently recruiting for the following position: Consultant.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

* BA/BS in public relations, public affairs, journalism, marketing, law, or related communication field of study.
* 4+ years in one or more of these areas, with demonstrated knowledge on current communication tenets, concepts, and best practices. Optimal candidate should possess education, skills, and experience in the following areas: editing; writing/product development; research; communication strategy and planning; stakeholder identification; interviewing; messaging; design and layout; Web-based media; event support; executive communication/staff work; and measurement and evaluation.
* Strong writing skills. Able to comprehend, organize, and translate complex information in a clear and concise manner for varied audiences.
* Results/mission-oriented, and demonstrates a sense of urgency, commitment, and sound judgment in a fluid work environment.
* Demonstrates an ability to display patience and understanding of an ever-changing work environment.
* Effective critical analysis, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
* Responds quickly to unscheduled assignments in a timely and effective manner.
* Effectively anticipates organizational, program, leadership, and client needs.
* Good listener, fast learner, with effective time management, planning, and organizational/time-management skills.
* Demonstrates a propensity to develop a broad, strategic thinking mindset and draws linkages between related workplace/program dynamics.
* Team/people oriented with an ability to cultivate relationships, and use effective interpersonal skills to interact with senior program leaders, subject matter experts and colleagues on both government and contractor staffs. Also, able to give direction whenever necessary to all aforementioned personnel.
* Inquisitive and demonstrates proactive self-improvement through self-study and formal training.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
* Current Customs clearance or ability to obtain one required.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Range of duties include

* Gathering, synthesizing, interpreting, and sharing timely and relevant ACE program information to appropriate R-G personnel.
* Preparing ACE articles, news releases, briefings, talking points, speeches, newsletters, and other communication products for targeted audiences.
* Coordinating inputs to organizational Web sites.
* Editing communication and program documents for approval at a higher level.
* Responding to Internet inquiries from program stakeholders.
* Planning logistics and providing on-site support for trade conferences.
* Contributing to improved communication processes and procedures.

NOTE : There will be a writing test administered to final candidates.

Our world-class environment offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/life insurance, 401(k) and educational assistance including 100% tuition reimbursement. Please complete the job profile at www.robbinsgioia.com and apply!

14.) Chem-Bio Defense Program Engineer/Analyst (Mid Level), SPARTA, Rosslyn, VA

http://careers.sparta.com/Careers.aspx?adata=1z9Nk6vRJD1FpVTNxTCnCrESbgh4xeo%2bNwx50eJ6kkFvyzweXklgilCk40w%2bb62jMxUs2ErcfaJfieNFRYukuMyT4UOxINkH

15.) Sr Product Support Specialist – Military Systems Life Cycle Logistics, Serco, Washington, DC

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=27492781

16.) Military Ops Analyst – Joint Logistics (JLAG), Systems Planning and Analysis, Alexandria, VA

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=21717671

17.) Logistics Automation Engineer, Verizon Federal Network Systems, Fort Belvoir, VA

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=27276511

18.) ELINT Analyst, Syracuse Research, Charlottesville, VA

http://www.intelligencecareers.com/jobs/jobview.cfm?jobid=763365

19.) EICO Specialist IV, ATK Mission Systems, Mesa, AZ

http://www.aeroindustryjobs.com/aero_visitor_ViewJobDetail.aspx?job_number=22623

20.) Air Combat Simulation Specialist, Northrop Grumman, El Segundo, CA

http://careers.northropgrumman.com/ExternalHorizonsWeb/getJobPostDetail.do?sequenceNumber=160296

*** Ball cap of the week: Commander Destroyer Squadron 21 – Rampant Lions

*** Coffee Mug of the Day: Port of Los Angeles

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+1 703 455-7661

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edward.lundquist@navy.mil

http://www.yourdefcon1.com/

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A Shipwreck Story is a “Hubris Machine”

Dec 7

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A Shipwreck Story is a “Hubris Machine”

by Captain Edward Lundquist, U.S. Navy (Ret)

There are many who go down to the shore and smell the sea. Then there are seafarers who spend days, maybe weeks or months at sea, and when they finally approach the coast smell the same thing, only for them that smell is the land.

So it is with “The Tragic History of the Sea – Shipwrecks from the Bible to Titanic.” It is not so much a compendium of stories about ships that were lost at sea, but of ships that found land, and under the most unfortunate circumstances, because most of these tales take place when a ship runs aground.

A shipwreck story is a “hubris machine,” says Anthony Brandt, who edited this book. “So many of these ship-wrecks come out of someone's carelessness or over confidence,” Brandt says. “Like the old saying, pride goeth before a fall. The captain says, 'bah, there's no land for 300 miles'; then they run into a continent and 200 people die.”

This is a book about shipwrecks and tragedies of the sea. For those who have been to sea, no explanation of the hazards of the sea is necessary. For those who have not, a full explanation is not possible. Even in the loneliest oceans a seafarer can find trouble. “They run aground, but they also run into storms, icebergs, rogue waves, whales, and other hazards. I suppose running aground is the most common cause of shipwreck,” Brandt says.

Some of the accounts are old, more like legends handed down over generations. I asked Tony Brandt if these stories are to be read as something between fact and fiction, or enjoyed for the fantastic nature of these tales?

“Actually all the stories we printed are nonfiction accounts taken from a considerable variety of sources. The Bible story about St. Paul may be fiction, but it's printed as fact so I took it at face value. And I mention an ancient Egyptian source in my introduction that is obviously fantasy, as serpents aren't covered in lapis lazuli and they don't talk. The selections themselves all come from reasonably authoritative accounts, no doubt with some embellishment, but not admittedly so,” Brandt says.

Brandt decided not to include fictional accounts. He didn't need to. He wanted the reader to understand that what actually happens at sea is often as extraordinary and involving as any fictional story. Brandt says, “As for corroborating the stories, that's a modern idea that doesn't enter into it. In the case of the Titanic, for example, hearings were held to try to get the straight story of what happened. Lots of people had different experiences and different opinions and out of that various people have constructed narrative accounts. But you can't always corroborate experience. It's like the old eyewitness thing in court; different people see the same thing differently.”

The Titanic is one of the most notorious sinkings. The 882 ft. White Star liner on her maiden voyage for the London – New York trade, was a good example of the hubris Brandt refers to. The builders and owners said Titanic was unsinkable. The Captain's adherence to this belief held fast even as she was taking on water after being holed by an iceberg on April 14, 1912.

“The Cotton Mather account, to be sure, is not of this 'factual' nature. You have to believe in ghost ships to believe that story actually happened,” Brandt says of Mather's tale about sightings of a phantom ship.

Many of the stories in Brandt's book have one peril heaped upon another. So I asked him which tale had the most misfortune. “That's hard to say,” he said. “I suppose the story 1 found the most relentless in terms of bad luck was the last voyage of Sir Thomas Cavendish, known as 'The Navigator.' Their misfortunes just never seemed to stop.”

Cavendish met his end in 1592, but sailing around the world was tough business in those days, and not all that the stories might have the folks back home believe. Sure, the stories said Cavendish's ships were gilded with gold. But in 1587, while at war with Spain, Cavendish came ashore at a Spanish settlement in the Pacific (now part of Chile) with the name of Rey Don Felipe and renamed it Port Famine, a name that would be sure to spur development. His foes would include the Spanish and the Portuguese, but his biggest adversary was the elements. His 1591 expedition resulted in the small flotilla becoming scattered in a storm and seeking refuge in and around the Strait of Magellan for the better part of a year. Cavendish might well be best forgotten as the third circumnavigator of the world.

“From God's Protecting Providence, … Evidenced in the Remarkable Deliverance of Divers Persons from the Devouring Waves of the Sea … and Also from the More Cruelly Devouring Jaws of the Inhumane Cannibals of Florida,” a tale written in 1710 by Jonathan Dickinson about his 1696-97 voyage that ended up aground in Florida, is another example of “as bad as it is, it gets worse.”

Christopher Columbus made several journeys to the new world, with varying degrees of success. Columbus suffered his share of timbers that rotted, water shortages, food that spoiled, natives that turned unfriendly, masts that broke and crews that narrowly survived wrecks. Brandt points out that Columbus lost a total of nine ships in his four voyages to the New World.

I asked Brandt how many shipwreck tales didn't make it into his anthology, and what quality did they lack that caused him to not publish them?

“There are thousands of shipwreck stories,” he answered. “I made the selection based on what interested me most. I also wanted to get as many shipwreck stories that are thought to be classics in this genre as I could into the book. Length was a factor in the choices I made as well. And I wanted some historical range, because the genre is very old and it was important to make that clear. Many stories, some of them quite interesting, didn't make it into the book.”

While there are common threads in all of the accounts, each offers a unique and compelling insight in life — and death — at sea.

“Men have been sailing for thousands of years now, and foundering, and those who survive have stories to tell, all of which are oddly the same. The same things always happen,” Brandt writes. “Men break on the rocks, drown, starve, while a few live to tell the tale. And never are we not interested.”

We can't not want to hear about these stories. As Brandt says, “Life in crisis, at its extreme, is always fascinating.”

Captain Edward Lundquist, U.S. Navy (Ret.), is a senior science advisor for Alion Science and Technology in Washington, D.C. He supports the U.S. Navy's Surface Warfare Directorate and is a frequent contributor to Maritime Reporter & Engineering News & MarineNews. This book review originally appeared in the February 2007 edition of MarineNews.

The book, “The Tragic History of the Sea – Shipwrecks from the Bible to Titanic” is edited by Anthony Brandt and published by National Geographic Books, Washington, DC – ISBN 0-7922-5908-4

Diminished Arctic Ice means good news and bad

Dec 7

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Diminished Arctic Ice means good news and bad
September 21st, 2008
http://www.populationmedia.org/2008/09/21/diminished-arctic-ice-means-good-news-and-bad/

Diminished Arctic Ice means good news and bad
Open sea lanes require more vigilance
By Edward Lundquist
There is a lot of water in the world for the U.S. Navy to patrol. Now add one more ocean to the list.
Because of a changing global climate, the year-round ice in the Arctic has dramatically diminished, meaning that the Arctic Ocean is now open for ship traffic for at least part of the year. The result is a remarkable shipping shortcut between Europe and Asia from 11,500 miles to 6,000 miles—a journey of almost half the distance.
The newly accessible Arctic is significant for the U.S. “Explorers have sought routes through the Arctic for 500 years,” said Mead Treadwell, chairman of the U.S. Arctic Research Commission.

Scientists have documented a recent and steady decrease in multi-year ice. While the Arctic freezes over during the winter, much of the first-year ice melts during the summer. Open water now exists from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic. While this represents a huge cost savings for shipping, Treadwell warns there are significant issues about environmental and bio-diversity protection, safety, security and subsistence for native peoples that must be considered.
And just because a satellite photo shows open water doesn’t mean the Arctic offers safe sea lanes for transit. The weather is still unforgiving and the presence of ice in the water—whether large floes or small chunks—can cause catastrophic damage to thin-skinned vessels.
Scientists have known that the multi-year ice is shrinking, but now they are finding that the ice is melting faster than anticipated.
Dr. Richard Spinrad, assistant administrator for oceanic and atmospheric research with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), says an “extraordinary set of observations” confirms that there is a dramatic loss of multi-year ice, occurring at a rate that is exceeding the computer-based predictions. In fact, as the white surface of sea ice is reduced, more solar energy is being absorbed by the dark ocean, which has a cascading effect. Furthermore, according to NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the oldest, thickest ice is confined to a much smaller portion of the Arctic Basin in recent years.
Science and technology play an important role in policy issues. “An ice-diminished Arctic is not an idea, it’s a fact,” says Dr. Sharon Hays from the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
New research will be conducted during the International Polar Year, an international coordinated effort than spans March 2007 to March 2009. There are many global influences that can have an impact on the Arctic climate. The National Science Foundation is funding a variety of observation projects to gather temperature, salinity and circulation data in the Arctic that will validate the predictions, in partnership with science organizations around the world.
The Arctic is dynamic. Canada’s Ayles ice shelf, larger than 40 square miles, broke away in August 2005. The 3,000 year-old ice shelf was freed by warmer temperatures and high winds, and is now more than 50 miles west of its origin.
Access to the Arctic can enable researchers to study more about the flora and fauna there. “Today, the Arctic is an ecological haven,” says Navy Rear Adm. Timothy McGee. “Commercial industrial ventures in the Arctic could threaten that.”
With more traffic, if only during the summer months when the water is open, there is an increased risk of ship accidents, environmental incidents or security threats. This essentially means a greater operating area for the Navy and Coast Guard without an increase in ships. “As Americans, you expect your Navy and Coast Guard to be there,” McGee said. “We need to plan for it”
McGee admits that expanding the fleet’s operating areas to include the Arctic poses problems. There will be an increased demand on the fleet to do what they do. Not only are there operational pressures, but infrastructure and support issues too. “How do you sustain the ships? What bases will you need for aircraft?”
Eight nations have a direct interest in the Arctic, including Russia, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark (which controls Greenland), Iceland, Canada and the United States. Territorial claims may become contentious as resources are discovered on and under the seabed. Recently, Russia symbolically “claimed” some of the Arctic sea floor, from its northern boundaries to the North Pole. When it comes to providing for safety and security of the Arctic, McGee calls for a coalition approach. He sees this as an opening for a very meaningful alliance with Russia and the other Arctic nations.
“We can’t look at everything as a threat,” McGee said. “We have to look at opportunities.”
Such cooperation exemplifies the U.S. Navy’s emphasis on cooperative engagement with maritime partners.
Vice Adm. John Morgan, Jr., Deputy Chief of Naval Operations is developing the nation’s new maritime strategy, built upon the principals of common interests and requirements among maritime nations. “When asked what elements the new maritime strategy should include, chiefs of navies and coast guards replied, ‘international cooperation, maritime security, threat and crisis response and information sharing.’”
The concept of a 1,000-ship navy is based upon the contributions of the many to the collective global security environment. Each nation can participate. “What’s in it for me? That’s a fair question. Every nation has to ask that question,” said Morgan. “We’re not offended by that question. We’re heartened by that question.”
Even with the opening of the Arctic, it is unlikely that there will be a rush for ships to transit that ocean.
According to Douglas Bancroft, director of the Canadian Ice Service, ship traffic in the Canadian Arctic today is typically restricted to the very short open water season between
July and September, and involves a relatively low level of shipping, perhaps just 100 voyages a year. Some of these ships are cruise ships carrying eco-tourists. Most shipping occurs in coastal waterways within and adjacent to the Canadian Arctic islands. Multi-year ice is a significant hazard throughout this season.
“Transits are rare, destination trips more common. They go in. They go out. They don’t go through,” Bancroft
Most ships, including naval ships, are not built for sailing in ice-infested waters. Even a modest-sized piece of ice can puncture the hull of a moving vessel. One proposal calls for a terminal to be built at Adak, Alaska, and another in Iceland, so that Asian cargo can be transferred to special ice-strengthened ships at Adak bound for European ports via Iceland, and vice versa.
About half of the nation’s seafood by weight comes from Alaskan waters (although that catch is declining), and there is strong evidence that there are significant oil and gas reserves in the remote Arctic region. Using the Arctic as a transit route raises concerns about aids to navigation, communications and navigational safety, said U.S. Coast Guard Rear Adm. Brian Salerno, assistant commandant for policy and planning. Increased traffic will inevitably lead to vessels in distress.
The U.S. Coast Guard ensures safe and reliable navigation for mariners. “Our presence is limited by our capacity,” said Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Thad Allen.
Polar presence requires icebreakers and ice-strengthened vessels. The Coast Guard currently operates three polar icebreakers, the USCGC Polar Sea (WAGB-11), USCGC Polar Star (WAGB-10), and USCGC Healy (WAGB-20). These ships are primarily employed in support of polar research and Antarctic resupply operations under the sponsorship of the National Science Foundation. “Even if they worked well, we only have three,” Allen said.
The current U.S. icebreaking fleet, operated by the U.S. Coast Guard, includes three polar icebreakers and one Great Lakes icebreaker. Two of these ships, USCGC Polar Star and USCGC Polar Sea entered service in 1976 and 1978 respectively. Both have been deployed in support of polar missions in the north while also conducting the annual breakthrough to McMurdo Station in the south, opening the channel for Military Sealift Command ships bringing fuel, food and supplies and removing refuse (a job that usually requires two icebreakers). McMurdo Station, which facilitates research for U.S. scientific interests in the Antarctic, also provides logistical support to the other two U.S. research stations, Amundsen-Scott Station at the South Pole and Palmer Station on the Antarctic peninsula. The two icebreakers are near the end of their service life. Polar Sea completed a major refit in 2006, but Polar Star is currently in a “caretaker” status requires extensive refurbishment to be made serviceable again.
USCGC Healy, built by Litton-Avondale Industries and commissioned in 2000, is primarily committed to research in the Arctic. Healy can be used to support the Antarctic mission, but doing so can impact work required in the Arctic.
In addition to the three polar icebreakers, the U.S. Coast Guard also operates an icebreaker for Great Lakes ice operations. The USCGC Mackinaw (WLBB-30), built by Marinette Marine in Marinette, Wis., is a 240-foot heavy icebreaker.
“It’s in our nation’s interest to have two new icebreakers,” Allen said.
“Open seas in the Arctic means you have another side of this continent exposed,” said retired Adm. Donald Pilling, a former vice chief of naval operations, who was part of a Center for Naval Analyses study on national security and the threat of global climate change. “Between the Canadians and us, there are a handful of ships oriented for the northernmost latitudes. There is not much flexibility or depth there.”

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