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Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for August 26, 2009
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Issue # 145
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“A man without ethics is a wild beast loosed upon this world.”
– Albert Camus
Welcome to the latest edition of the number one Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter, “DEFCON-1,” a networking newsletter featuring job opportunities and career advice for those who are part of the global defense, aerospace, maritime, marine technology and security industry. DECFON 1 brings you job opportunities every week, and counts on members like you to submit job listings to share and post in this newsletter.
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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.) Technical Editor/Writer Lead, Alion Science and Technology, <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = “urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags” />Durham, NC
2.) Sr. Planning Professionals, Avisar, Iraq and Afghanistan
3.) Media and Senior Media Analysts, Avisar, Iraq and Afghanistan
4.) Studio Manager and Broadcast Journalists/Engineers, Avisar, Iraq and Afghanistan
5.) Webmaster, Avisar, Iraq and Afghanistan
6.) Graphic Designer/Desktop Publisher, Avisar, Iraq and Afghanistan
7.) Communications and Public Affairs Advisor, CNA, Alexandria, VA
8.) Intern, Public Affairs Office, Military Sealift Command, U.S. Navy, Washington Navy Yard, Washington, D.C
9.) Chief Engineer, Global Maritime Systems, The Boeing Company, Arlington, VA
10.) COP/CIP Watch Support, Fulcrum IT, NIMITZ Operational Intelligence Center Global Maritime Watch, Suitland, MD
11.) Intelligence Analyst, Harding Security, Charlottesville, VA
12.) Senior Technical Writer – Space Systems Background, Alion Science and Technology, Arlington, VA
13.) Advanced Geospatial Intelligence and ONIR Specialist (JI), Wallach Associates, Inc., Suitland, MD
14.) Project Manager, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Schafer Corporation, Washington, DC
15.) Avionics Systems Engineer, DCS, Lexington Park, MD
16.) Army Combat Vehicles Maintenance Services Market Development Director, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Herndon, VA
17.) Technical Services Market Development Director, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Herndon, VA
18.) Director of Intelligence and Identity Management Services, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Herndon, VA
19.) Radar Signature and Sensor Analyst (01.07.02-31), Dynetics, Huntsville, AL
20.) Managing editor, UNDERSEA WARFARE Magazine, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, D.C.
21.) Electronic Warfare Systems Engineer, Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Lab, Laurel, MD
22.) Defense Analyst – Communications, L. Robert Kimball & Associates, Crystal City, VA
*** And more…
*** GWC SNA is pleased to announce that Rear Admiral Frank Pandolfe, Director, Surface Warfare Division OPNAV 86, will be the speaker at our September luncheon.
Monday, 24 September 2009
Speaker:Rear Admiral Frank C. Pandolfe, USN
Location:Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Check-In at 1130, Lunch at 1200
Register Online at: https://www.navysna.org/Events/GWCLunch/Sept9GWCLuncheon.asp
*** Surface Navy Association's Annual Surface Warfare Party
As we head into the summer and get ready for the busy month of September, please mark your calendars to attend the Surface Navy Association's Annual Surface Warfare Party on September 19 at the Washington Navy Yard Navy Museum. This has been a well-attended and popular event, and this year's party will be no exception. Heavy Hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine will be provided for a small fee. In addition to being popular for our area Surface Warriors, this is also an event you can invite your friends and family to attend. It is a casual affair with no speaker, and offers a chance for us to gather and network in a terrific setting.
Date: Saturday, September 19
Time: 1830-2100
Location: Washington Navy Yard, Navy Museum
Preregistration is required: http://www.navysna.org/Events/SWParty/2009/GenInfo.htm
Visit the chapter website for information on other GWC upcoming events: http://128.121.188.113/washington/GWCIndex.htm
*** Read the weekly piracy report from the International Maritime Bureau’s Piracy Reporting Centre at the end of every issue of my Job of the Week newsletter. Visit www.nedsjotw.com.
*** Here are the DEFCON 1 jobs for this week:
1.) Technical Editor/Writer Lead, Alion Science and Technology, Durham, NC
Job Ref. No. 10714
Responsibilities:
Coordinate preparation of contract required deliverable products, such as Monthly and Annual Reports, Quality Management Plans, Quality Assurance Project Plans, Standard Operating Procedures, and Work Plans. Track deliverable products and prompt technical staff to assure completion by due dates. Review and edit manuscripts, journal articles, proposals, and other documents for format, accuracy, clarity, and completeness; confer with authors and respond to authors queries in person, by telephone and email. Effectively coordinate insertion of graphics into publication to minimize file size while maintaining quality. Serve as primary liaison to journals to ensure specific journal formats are followed and all materials are supplied. Assist in major rewrites for manuscripts to respond to peer review comments. Design and prepare computer generated presentations. Troubleshoot and resolve problems associated with corrupted or malfunctioning files submitted by technical personnel. Work effectively under tight deadlines to produce quality-appropriate documents.
Qualifications
BA (MA-preferred) in English. 10 years experience in technical editing and in trade publication layout and production. Must have strong skills in working on deadline, editing input from authors for whom English may be a second language, and organization skills to maintain workflow. Familiarity with environmental science and engineering terminology and USEPA report formats is plus. Capability to maintain efficiency and flexibility to change priorities as customers requirements evolve and a strong aptitude for multi-tasking. Must be expert at using Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat Professional, Paint Shop Pro, PowerPoint, and OCR. Must be proficient in software conversion procedures (e.g., WordPerfect to Word). US Citizenship is required and ability to obtain Department of Defense Secret level clearance.
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.
http://www.alionscience.com/erecruit/dsp_erecruit.cfm?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=10714
*** High-Priority JOTW “Can't Wait” opportunities from Avisar
Mr. Lundquist
It is respectfully requested that the following employment opportunities be posted in your publication.
Thank you,
Your friends at Avisar, Inc.
2.) Sr. Planning Professionals , Avisar, Iraq and Afghanistan
Immediate requirement for senior PAO planning professionals with past experience in designing, organizing and executing complex strategic and operational media operations. Knowledge of mission analysis, CONOPs and writing Operations Orders with solid experience with MS Office software desired. SAMS graduates a plus. U.S. citizenship and security clearance or ability to obtain a security clearance required. If interested submit a cover letter, a detailed resume, references and availability for employment to hr@Avisarinc.com. Position Title MUST be entered into subject line.
Avisar is an Equal Opportunity Employer
www.Avisarinc.com
GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES – Iraq and Afghanistan
3.) Media and Senior Media Analysts, Avisar, Iraq and Afghanistan
Seeking public affairs and IO professionals with a demonstrated history of media analysis and relations, strategic communications experience in a DOD environment. Must possess drive and desire to work and live in high energy, demanding environment with unparalleled opportunity to excel and make a difference. Language skills and/or current clearance a plus. Degree required. If interested please send a cover letter, detailed resume, references, date of availability to deploy to the Middle East, and clearance information to hr@avisarinc.com. Email subject line must reference “Middle East – Public Affairs /Media Analyst /IO”
Avisar is an Equal Opportunity Employer
www.Avisarinc.com
GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES – Iraq and Afghanistan
4.) Studio Manager and Broadcast Journalists/Engineers, Avisar, Iraq and Afghanistan
Seeking professionals with proven video broadcast experience in a DOD environment. Must possess drive and desire to work and live in high energy, demanding environment with unparalleled opportunity to excel and make a difference. Current clearance a plus; ability to obtain a clearance required. If interested please send a cover letter, detailed resume, references, date of availability to deploy to the Middle East, and clearance information to hr@avisarinc.com. Email subject line must reference “Middle East – Studio Manager /Broadcast Journalists /Engineers”
Avisar is an Equal Opportunity Employer
www.Avisarinc.com
GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES – Iraq and Afghanistan
5.) Webmaster, Avisar, Iraq and Afghanistan
Seeking well rounded professionals with verifiable experience in the development/maintenance of commercial websites in a DOD environment. Expert level creative/graphic skills including Flash, Dreamweaver, DHTML, Fireworks and Photoshop in a cross-browser environment a must. Competence with web technologies for front-end and back-end development i.e., SML, JavaScript, ASP, SqL server and Windows NT strongly desired. BS a plus. Must possess drive and desire to work and live in high energy, demanding environments with unparalleled opportunity to excel and make a difference. Current clearance a plus; ability to obtain a clearance required. If interested please send a cover letter, detailed resume, references, date of availability to deploy to the Middle East, and clearance information to hr@avisarinc.com. Email subject line must reference “Middle East – Webmaster”
Avisar is an Equal Opportunity Employer
www.Avisarinc.com
GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES – Iraq and Afghanistan
6.) Graphic Designer/Desktop Publisher, Avisar, Iraq and Afghanistan
Seeking senior level professionals with demonstrated experience in print media and production. Experience in DOD environment using the Adobe Creative Suite and other graphics, multimedia and desktop publishing tools at an expert level. Degree desired. Must possess drive and desire to work and live in high energy, demanding environments with unparalleled opportunity to excel and make a difference. Current clearance a plus; ability to obtain a clearance required. If interested please send a cover letter, detailed resume, references, date of availability to deploy to the Middle East, and clearance information to hr@avisarinc.com. Email subject line must reference “Middle East – Graphic Designer/Desktop Publisher”
Avisar is an Equal Opportunity Employer
www.Avisarinc.com
*** From Connie Custer:
Ned —
I had unbelievably great results in hiring from your newsletter's postings at my previous job. Now CNA, a non-profit research organization serving government leaders, has a new position in Communications — and I'm looking for the same fantastic results!
Thanks —
Connie
Vice President, Communications and Public Affairs
CNA
4825 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22311
703-824-2100
www.cna.org
7.) Communications and Public Affairs Advisor (req. # 656BR), CNA, Alexandria, VA
Experience – minimum of 7 years of communications experience, bachelor's degree in related field required. Location: Mark Center, Alexandria, VA
http://www.cna.org/careers/openings.aspx
*** From Rosemary Heiss:
Please disseminate the following internship opportunity to your undergraduate and/or graduate students who are qualified and might be interested:
8.) Intern, Public Affairs Office, Military Sealift Command, U.S. Navy, Washington Navy Yard, Washington, D.C
The public affairs office at the Navy's Military Sealift Command, headquartered at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, D.C., has a paid internship opportunity for the upcoming school year.
Details:
– The intern will serve as a communications assistant and will assist with media searches and clippings, weekly internal publications, press releases and feature stories. Applicants should have strong writing ability with knowledge of Associated Press style. Graphics design experience in InDesign, Photoshop and/or Adobe Illustrator is a plus.
– The timeframe is approximately Sept. 14, 2009, through May 2010.
– Pay is $15.94 per hour for 20-40 hours per week.
– Desired majors: communications, journalism, mass communications/media studies, political communications or public relations.
Applicants must be part- or full-time undergraduate or graduate students and should forward their resumes to sandra.graham@navy.mil. Include the days and hours that you would be available based on a five-day workweek with office hours between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Applications must be received by Thursday, Sept. 10.
For any questions, call (202) 685-5055.
Rosemary Heiss
Military Sealift Command
Public Affairs Specialist
Washington, D.C.
(202) 685-5055
rosemary.heiss@navy.mil
9.) Chief Engineer, Global Maritime Systems, The Boeing Company, Arlington, VA
https://jobs.boeing.com/JobSeeker/JobView?reqcode=09-1011374
10.) COP/CIP Watch Support, Fulcrum IT, NIMITZ Operational Intelligence Center Global Maritime Watch, Suitland, MD
11.) Intelligence Analyst, Harding Security, Charlottesville, VA
12.) Senior Technical Writer – Space Systems Background, Alion Science and Technology, Arlington, VA
Job Ref. No. 10713
Responsibilities:
Consults with customer or technical staff to determine most appropriate schedule of deliverables and objectives for large technical writing projects.
Creates, develops, plans, writes and edits complex technical documents for publication. Edits documentation for style, clarity, consistency, and adherence to company guidelines.
Interacts closely with authors, other Technical Editor-Writers, word processing, graphics, and reproduction staff in the preparation and production of a variety of documents.
Researches technical concepts. Creates new or modifies existing technical documents that are complex in nature.
Conducts interviews with various technical staff to gather data for documentation.
Coordinates large production efforts.
Evaluates and provides feedback on draft documents and attends documentation reviews.
Checks classified documentation for proper security markings.
Coordinates production of the final documentation (print to CD-ROM) with the authors and publication staff.
Prepares the transmittal memorandums and coordinates the transmission of documentation to sponsors.
Qualifications
Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university and 5 years of experience familiar with optical astrometry space missions and the documentation required to support the acquisition of such a program. The candidate must have a working knowledge of directives and guidance applicable to the development of DoD space systems and documentation and experience in translating complex technical requirements and concepts into programmatic language and format. The candidate should have documented experience, working knowledge and excellent skills in tracking and reporting program progress and execution. The candidate should have the ability to effectively work independently and as part of an integrated team of Government and Non-Government players and have excellent interpersonal skills.
This position requires a Secret level clearance.
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.
http://www.alionscience.com/erecruit/dsp_erecruit.cfm?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=10713
13.) Advanced Geospatial Intelligence and ONIR Specialist (JI), Wallach Associates, Inc., Suitland, MD
http://www.jobg8.com/JobG8SearchFullView.aspx?aid=JOBG8&jbid=232&jid=830553
14.) Project Manager, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Schafer Corporation, Washington, DC
http://jobs-schafer.icims.com/jobs/1558/job
15.) Avionics Systems Engineer, DCS, Lexington Park, MD
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA7/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=DCSCORP&cws=1&rid=1058
16.) Army Combat Vehicles Maintenance Services Market Development Director, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Herndon, VA
http://tinyurl.com/mxtnva
17.) Technical Services Market Development Director, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Herndon, VA
http://tinyurl.com/n7fequ
18.) Director of Intelligence and Identity Management Services, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Herndon, VA
http://tinyurl.com/lkvwrg
19.) Radar Signature and Sensor Analyst (01.07.02-31), Dynetics, Huntsville, AL
*** From Mike Smith:
Ned,
We're looking for the new managing editor of UNDERSEA WARFARE Magazine.
Attached is the position description for submission to your newsletter.
Also, if you happen to know of any junior officers or MC2/MC1/MCCs looking to get out of the Navy (or any military service) and looking for a job, our customer is keen on us hiring someone with Navy PAO experience.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Mike
20.) Managing editor, UNDERSEA WARFARE Magazine, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, D.C.
Alion Science and Technology has an immediate opening for the Managing editor for UNDERSEA WARFARE Magazine. The position is based out of Alion’s offices in Washington, D.C.
The managing editor will serve as primary liaison between the Navy, graphic designers, layout & design team, and GPO printer in the production of this award winning quarterly publication. Responsible for the full conception, development, design, and production of the magazine.
Other responsibilities include:
• Coordinate solicitation, revision, and publication of all written material
• Research all photography
• Manage production cycle
• Edit materials for style, grammar, etc.
• Organize and manage editorial workflow
• Create, maintain, and follow production calendar
• Work with Senior Editor to maintain production schedule
• Plan and write original feature and news articles as needed
Requirements:
• Four year B.S. degree in Journalism or related field (English, communications)
• Experience working within Navy public affairs community
• Submarine knowledge a plus
• Be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance
You can view and apply for this job at:
21.) Electronic Warfare Systems Engineer, Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Lab, Laurel, MD
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=28402632
22.) Defense Analyst – Communications, L. Robert Kimball & Associates, Crystal City, VA
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=82413228
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