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Sea Air Space 2015 – 50th anniversary
13 – 15 April 2015
Gaylord Convention Center
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Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter
DEFCON 1 Newsletter for March 25, 2015
Issue # 404
“Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much.”
– Oscar Wilde
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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.) QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR (LEVEL 3), Saab Sensor Systems, Saab Defense and Security USA LLC, Syracuse, NY
2.) Technical Writer, CDI-M&T Company, LLC, CDI, Jacksonville, FL
3.) Geospatial Intel Integrator, APEX Expert Solutions LLC, Fort Bragg, North Carolina
4.) Radar Data Quality Monitor, ManTech International Corporation, Key West, FL
5.) Senior Pricing Analyst, MCR, McLean, VA
6.) Senior Test Management, MCR, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
7.) SCA Electronics Technician Maintenance II, Parsons, Atlanta, GA
8.) Space Systems Engineer\CubeSat SME, Parsons, Albuquerque, New Mexico
9.) Information Security Systems Engineer (ISSE), Parsons, Chantilly, Virginia
10.) Senior Systems Analyst/Engineer, Schafer Corporation, Huntsville, AL
11.) Digital Content Developer, Web Business Group, U.S. Naval Institute, Annapolis, Maryland
12.) Optical Technician, Alakai Defense Systems, Largo, FL
13.) Watercraft Logistics Analyst, Alion Science and Technology, Richmond, VA
14.) Military Analyst Sr. Principal/Landing Craft Utility (LCU) On Site Rep, Alion Science and Technology, Norfolk, VA
15.) Program Manager 3, Alion Science and Technology, NAS Patuxent River, MD
16.) LCS Class GUN System Maintenance Tech 2, Northrop Grumman, Port Hueneme, CA
17.) LCS Class Mine Countermeasure (MCM) Mission Package Technician 3, Northrop Grumman, San Diego, CA
18.) Red Team Analyst (Cyber Protection 3), Northrop Grumman, Fort Belvoir, VA
19.) Engineer Mechanical 5 – Crew Systems & Pilot Controls, Manned Aircraft Design Center of Excellence, Northrop Grumman, Melbourne, FL
20.) Electrionics Technician Maintenance II, Electrionics Technician with Security Clearance, Bowhead / UIC Technical Services, Jolon, CA
21.) FIELD ENGINEER II – RF/Radar Systems, JT3, Las Vegas, NV
22.) ENGINEER IV – INSTRUMENTATION, JT3 LLC, Edwards AFB, CA
23.) SENIOR RF/RADAR ENGINEER, JT3 LLC, Las Vegas, NV
See information/links/points of contact regarding these jobs below.
*** Ned’s upcoming travel, maybe, perhaps:
March 25-27 Bloomfield, CT
April 10-12, Auburndale, Massachusetts
April 22-27, Los Angeles, Calif.
May 13-17, Jakarta / Banyuangi / Denpasar, Indonesia
May 19-21, Singapore
May 25-26, Kuala Lumpur / Lumut, Malaysia
August 3-8, East Lansing, Mich.
August 17-19, San Diego, Calif.
September 30-1 October, Tokyo, Japan
*** Out for Blood – The pursuit of life for the wounded on the fighting fronts of World War II
by Anastasia Kirby Lundquist
Blood and plasma may be the greatest gift of the “Greatest Generation”-their life’s blood given back at home for the wounded on the fighting front. They sent more than a million pints to war! And we will never know how many men and women walk the world today – or will do so in generations to come – because the life of a father or grandfather was saved by one of those gifts of a blood donor during World War II.
A radio show called Life to the Front, broadcast weekly over WEEI, the Columbia Broadcasting System’s New England network outlet in Boston, helped keep alive the connection between the home front and the fighting fronts.
Each week the broadcast was dedicated “To all the men of the armed forces of the United States… who – on every fighting front in the world – daily risk their lives in the service of their country……that they might live.”
Out for Blood includes first-hand accounts of actual participants in some of the war’s toughest battles, and features actual scripts from Life to the Front.
https://www.createspace.com/4230898
*** Sea Air Space 2015 – 50th anniversary
13 – 15 April 2015
Gaylord Convention Center
National Harbor, MD, USA
The Navy League’s Sea-Air-Space Exposition brings the U.S. defense industrial base, private-sector U.S. companies and key military decision makers together for an annual innovative, educational, professional and maritime based event.
Sea-Air-Space is now the largest maritime exposition in the U.S. and continues as an invaluable extension of the Navy League’s mission of maritime policy education and sea service support. The Sea-Air-Space Exposition will continue to support the mission of the Navy League and lead the way as “THE” Exposition to attend each year to display the most current information and technology relevant to maritime policy.
*** Maritime Security 2015 West
San Diego, California
August 19-19, 2015
Maritime Security 2015 West provides discussion and collaboration on strategies and technologies to counter maritime security threats encountered by governments, law enforcement, and port/terminal owners and operators. Interactive workshop sessions are designed to give all conference participants the actionable knowledge on how to better secure their maritime areas of responsibility, mainly by stressing the importance of collaboration, efficiency, and best practices. Each topic will be addressed by relevant perspectives of those who have implemented successful strategies and technologies in their maritime security operations.
http://www.maritimesecuritywest.com/
*** Here are the DEFCON 1 jobs for this week:
1.) QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR (LEVEL 3), Saab Sensor Systems, Saab Defense and Security USA LLC, Syracuse, NY
2.) Technical Writer, CDI-M&T Company, LLC, CDI, Jacksonville, FL
https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/4235877-technical-writer
3.) Geospatial Intel Integrator, APEX Expert Solutions LLC, Fort Bragg, North Carolina
https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/1953538/geospatial-intel-integrator#sthash.DkWbF0Lr.dpuf
4.) Radar Data Quality Monitor, ManTech International Corporation, Key West, FL
http://www.sologig.com/jobs/Radar-Data-Quality-Monitor/J3G5826SFX1G0L61SGM
5.) Senior Pricing Analyst, MCR, McLean, VA
MCR is the trusted leader in integrated program management solutions. For more than 35 years, we have provided objectivity, smart thinking and the highest levels of support to help our clients get the job done, and done right. Our vast experience and knowledgeable people are our greatest assets. Their subject matter expertise, commitment to excellence and the high quality of their work, combined with our full suite of services, allows our clients to accomplish their missions and support national priorities. Our corporate values are based on integrity, excellence, honesty, service and trust. It is through these values that we form long-term client partnerships, build expertise, and attract and retain talented employees. For more information about MCR, LLC career opportunities, please visit www.mcri.com .
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Provide strategic pricing expertise and Price-to-Win solutions to support business development pursuits for CPFF, IDIQ, FFP, T&M, and LPTA contracts.
Manages and performs highly complex cost proposal processes and creates deliverables to ensure timely delivery and compliance with external client and firm standards and the estimating system. Responsible for managing a portfolio of proposals. Advises senior leadership regarding key business metrics, risks and options. Performs and supervises cost/price analysis and estimates for highly complex proposal efforts, develops and prepares pricing schedules and cost volumes in response to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and or Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROMs). Ensures compliance with government contracting regulations. Works with management to assist in developing and implementing price strategies including segment strategies for the business. Provides financial analysis support to management. Analyzes corporate budget vs. actual expenses. May participate in contract negotiations. Maintains current knowledge of the industry and pricing trends.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
7 years’ relevant experience; developing cost proposals.
2 years’ experience performing Price-to-Win methodology.
Must be proficient with using Microsoft Office applications, primarily Excel and Word.
Effective communication skills.
Problem solving skills.
COMPENSATION
MCR’s compensation and benefits package is very competitive. It is designed to help employees meet varying needs throughout their careers and to reward employee’s skills, experience, and potential.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
MCR is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. M/F/V/D
MCR participates in the DHS E-Verify program
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MCRI&cws=5&rid=2502
6.) Senior Test Management, MCR, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MCRI&cws=5&rid=2504
7.) SCA Electronics Technician Maintenance II, Parsons, Atlanta, GA
8.) Space Systems Engineer\CubeSat SME, Parsons, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Parsons offers the U.S. Government qualified and clearable personnel to solve engineering, intelligence, information technology, facility, environmental, and energy needs. Our staff has supported mission-critical, homeland security, installation/base optimization, range sustainability, space exploration, unexploded ordnance cleanup, missile defense, and disaster relief programs both here and around the globe. We excel in delivering to mission-critical expectations. Parsons makes the world a safer place.
Position Overview:
Space Systems Engineer/CubeSat SME to support the Operationally Responsive Space Office.
Exciting opportunity to directly participate in and influence the development of a critical space capability from requirements development, to satellite and bus integration, to launch and user acceptance over a two year period. Of particular interest will be the integration of CubeSat payload capabilities.
Responsibilities:
The Space Systems Engineer/CubeSat SME performs systems engineering processes supporting development of satellite, bus, and launch systems, particularly in the field of small satellite and cubesat technologies.
Duties include:
– Perform analysis on urgent warfighter space needs
– Develop requirements for small satellite and cubesat systems
– Support technology development for small satellite and cubesat systems
– Oversee satellite, bus, and launch system development and acquisition
– Support development of white papers and briefings for presentation at the highest levels of the DoD
– Support coordination with international partners
Requirements:
- 12 + years total experience
- Bachelor’s Degree REQUIRED
- Experience in the space operations, support (and /or) acquisition field
- Knowledge of current ORS programs
- Relevant experience and specific space domain knowledge in the small satellite and cubesat fields
**Applicants selected for employment will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet additional eligibility requirements for access to classified information or materials**
Parsons offers an ethical, challenging, diverse, rewarding and fun work experience where enthusiastic, responsible people use their energy, talent and dedication to make a difference in the world.
We provide career growth and development, a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; tuition reimbursement program; credit union membership; and a 401(k) plan. Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.
Founded in 1944, Parsons, an engineering, construction, technical, and management services firm with revenues of $3 billion in 2013, is 100% owned by the Employee Stock Ownership Trust. Parsons is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on transportation, environmental/infrastructure, defense/security, and resources. We conquer the toughest logistical challenges and deliver design/design-build, program/construction management, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Currently, more than 13,000 Parsons’ employees are engaged in 2,000 projects in 50 states and 29 countries. These dedicated workers speak 75 languages and hold more than 7,400 college degrees and professional registrations. Parsons’ employees continue to go anywhere in the world, meet every technical and management challenge, and persevere until the job is done.
Requisition ID: 21304-1
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Fraudulent Employment Alert:
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9.) Information Security Systems Engineer (ISSE), Parsons, Chantilly, Virginia
10.) Senior Systems Analyst/Engineer, Schafer Corporation, Huntsville, AL
http://www.sologig.com/jobs/Senior-Systems-Analyst-Engineer/JHS1606N614267L697Z
*** From Judy Heise:
11.) Digital Content Developer, Web Business Group, U.S. Naval Institute, Annapolis, Maryland
Summary:
The Digital Content Developer creates and manages web pages, maintains content and oversees day-to-day functionality of USNI web properties (usni.org, blog.usni.org, navalhistory.org, news.usni.org, wiki.usni.org). Assists in content curation for social media sites (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube). Produces and disseminates online video in support of conferences and interviews from periodicals and press.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assists with the content management of web properties.
- Manage web page infrastructure in concurrence with internal teams and external partners.
- Maximize online presence via search engine optimization, keyword and meta tag information.
- Assist in preparing archival material for publication on the web.
- Work directly with the Digital Content and Media Marketing Director fulfill marketing campaigns achieve budgeted commercial targets.
- Execute email campaigns for the organization, coordinate schedules and material from multiple departments to produce effective campaigns.
- Help manage comment moderation in support of the Media Marketing director.
- Trains and supports users; onsite resource for content deployment, internal and end-user assistance and issues.
- Create and curate multimedia material, such as video, audio and interactive graphics (maps, timelines, photos, etc. in the online space.
- Manages WordPress sites (news.usni.org, blog.usni.org, navalhistory.org) to include applying patches and updates, managing add-ons, following new design and industry best practices.
Qualifications:
- Must have the ability to balance multiple requests from the organization and interface well with others.
- The Digital Content Administrator must possess a highly developed sense of judgment, tact, diplomacy, and be able to function independently.
- Five years experience in the digital space, including but not limited to, native web, social media, mobile, and app environments.
- Actively engaged in monitoring and testing new trends and techniques in technology.
- Working knowledge of relevant content management systems and coding languages.
- Ability to adapt to evolving best practices and techniques for continual improvement of online assets.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Summer Interns in support of the Director.
Education:
Bachelors Degree or equivalent professional school degree with minimum five years experience working in digital platforms.
Skill Sets & Experience Requirements:
Decision Making: Work is varied and driven by deadlines. The Digital Content Developer must plan, organize, and prioritize workflow; maintain confidentiality and use discretion when handling sensitive information.
Skills: Must have a thorough knowledge of Microsoft-based applications. Working knowledge of all major browsers. Competent in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, XML, and other languages as required. Proficient in the use and management of Drupal, WordPress and MediaWiki. Strong foundation in open source software usage, implementation and collaborative contribution. Familiarity with mobile platforms and apps, such as iOS and Android, and developing for a variety of platforms.
Familiarity with video desired.
Communication Skills: Must have a flexible attitude with proven experience of working in a small team, excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
If you or someone you know would be interested in and qualified for this position, please send a cover letter and resume.
Bob Johnson
Chief Financial Officer
U.S. Naval Institute
Fax: 410-295-1084
12.) Optical Technician, Alakai Defense Systems, Largo, FL
http://www.simplyhired.com/job-post/56400.39355
13.) Watercraft Logistics Analyst, Alion Science and Technology, Richmond, VA
Provide watercraft logistics analytical support to U.S. Army watercraft JCIDS requirements development and watercraft modernization. Serve as the central hub for all combat developments user activities associated with modernization of the Army’s current watercraft fleet. Provide input on modernization, integrated logistics support, requirements compliance, safety, and life-cycle management. Coordinate testing, fielding, and issue resolution for the current fleet to support the future force required capabilities. Provide user input and subsystem review with the material developer to fill capability gaps. Catalog current fleet issues and build working relationships with warfighter organizations. Review Quality Deficiency Reports, Modification Work Orders, Safety of Use and Maintenance Advisory messages.
Position Summary
Develops and implements policies, guidelines, and procedures to ensure effective and economical support for manufacturing or servicing of products, equipment, and systems. Includes the gathering and analysis of information on complex product plans and project objectives, providing tracking and status reports, and support for ensuring distribution and delivery commitments.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Analyzes complex contractual documents, technical data, customer usage data, customer maintenance practices, customer operation characteristics, and related reports to determine requirements.
- Develops logistics plans for facilities, personnel, equipment, spares and maintenance. Assists in the development of policies, guidelines, and procedures to ensure quality and cost control.
- Assesses and recommends the feasibility of proposed approaches to solve complex problems.
- Prepares and presents reports, studies, cost analyses, and briefings to staff and customers as needed.
- Participates in technical discussions at project review sessions and in negotiations with the customer.
- Researches logistics technology advances and applies appropriate technology in order to improve logistics processes.
- Participates in writing sections of proposals calling for logistics expertise.
- Identifies and resolves complex logistics issues.
- Provides guidance to less experienced Logistics Analysts.
- Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have U.S. Army watercraft experience to include integrated logistics support, requirements compliance, safety, engineering, and life-cycle management. A former U.S. Army service member with MOS 881A2 (Marine Engineering Officer) is highly desired.
Bachelor’s degree in related discipline plus at least 5 years of directly related experience or a Master’s degree and 3 years of experience.
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.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
The candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and hold a SECRET clearance upon hire.
Diversity Statement
Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Alion will provide a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance to apply. Please visit the Alion Careers site for more information
U.S. Citizenship Required.
14.) Military Analyst Sr. Principal/Landing Craft Utility (LCU) On Site Rep, Alion Science and Technology, Norfolk, VA
15.) Program Manager 3, Alion Science and Technology, NAS Patuxent River, MD
16.) LCS Class GUN System Maintenance Tech 2, Northrop Grumman, Port Hueneme, CA
Join Northrop Grumman Information Systems and be a part of the team of men and women that solve some of the world’s most complex technical challenges.
The Mission Module Gun Technician will support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of the Gun Mission Module (GMM) equipment in support of the Littoral Combat Ship Mission Package Integrator (LCS MPI) program.
The San Diego based candidate will perform a variety of maintenance and technical support on GMM equipment located at US Naval Bases in San Diego and Pt Hueneme, CA. Some travel to/from Mission Package Support Facilities (MPSF) in San Diego, CA and PT Hueneme as well as to other Navy piers worldwide is required.
The candidate will be skilled in the maintenance, troubleshooting and diagnosing malfunctions of a Navy systems and equipment such as Gun Weapon Systems (GWS). Candidate should have experience with US Navy gun systems, preferably with the Mk 44, Mk 46 30mm guns on the LPD-17 Class or USMC Advanced Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAAV). Experience with other guns such as Mk 15 CIWS, Mk 45 5-inch and Mk 75 76mm Guns is helpful. Experience with Gun or Aegis Fire Control systems highly desired. Candidates with VLS Experience will also be considered. The candidate will maintain effective customer communications and relations, and may provide onsite training of customer support personnel.
Experience in Naval Avionics will be considered.
General Description: Installs, operates, maintains, repairs and modifies equipment. Performs a variety of maintenance and technical support on products such as equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, and software at customer and/or field locations. Analyzes and evaluates products and related performance. Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions to eliminate problem in minimum time. Installs, upgrades and removes products ensuring coordinative engineering field change. Maintains effective customer communications and relations. May provide onsite training of customer support personnel.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- Must be able-bodied and physically capable of working in tight, restricted access quarters on board a US Navy warship. Candidate will be required to climb vertical ladders.
- 6+ years’ experience operating and maintaining the USN / USMC Gun Systems and/or Fire Control Systems.
- Troubleshooting experience on USN Weapons Systems
- US Citizenship is required in order to obtain and maintain required clearance; Interim Secret clearance is required to start.
- AA Electronics or other 2 -year degree in a technical field; additional 2 years’ experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Mk 44, Mk 46 30mm guns on the LPD-17 Class or USMC Advanced Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAAV) is highly desired.
- Experience with other guns such as Mk 15 CIWS, Mk 45 5-inch and Mk 75 76mm Guns is helpful.
- Experience with US Navy Fire Control Systems or Gun Electronics is highly desired.
- Prior military experience desired.
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Northrop Grumman Corporation is a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products, and solutions in unmanned systems, cybersecurity, C4ISR, and logistics and modernization to government and commercial customers worldwide.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA statement, please visit www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
https://ngc.taleo.net/careersection/ngc_pro/jobdetail.ftl?job=15000440
17.) LCS Class Mine Countermeasure (MCM) Mission Package Technician 3, Northrop Grumman, San Diego, CA
https://ngc.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=15000414&lang=en
18.) Red Team Analyst (Cyber Protection 3), Northrop Grumman, Fort Belvoir, VA
https://ngc.taleo.net/careersection/ngc_pro/jobdetail.ftl?job=702975
19.) Engineer Mechanical 5 – Crew Systems & Pilot Controls, Manned Aircraft Design Center of Excellence, Northrop Grumman, Melbourne, FL
https://ngc.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=15000414&lang=en
20.) Electrionics Technician Maintenance II, Electrionics Technician with Security Clearance, Bowhead / UIC Technical Services, Jolon, CA
21.) FIELD ENGINEER II – RF/Radar Systems, JT3, Las Vegas, NV
http://www.sologig.com/jobs/-/J3K6VB6QV6B51FQ6W55?Job_DID=J3K6VB6QV6B51FQ6W55
22.) ENGINEER IV – INSTRUMENTATION, JT3 LLC, Edwards AFB, CA
http://www.sologig.com/jobs/ENGINEER-IV—iNSTRUMENTATION/J3G6K36G7MQ725HK6JY
23.) SENIOR RF/RADAR ENGINEER, JT3 LLC, Las Vegas, NV
http://www.sologig.com/jobs/SENIOR-RF-RADAR-ENGINEER/J3G10264S9CT39WWFLQ
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