Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 27
February 2008
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“Thermopylae had her messenger of defeat-the Alamo had none.”
– Thomas Jefferson Green
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hunting on a full stomach.”
– Chris Rock
Welcome to the latest edition of the number one Defense Career
Opportunities Newsletter, “DEFCON-1,” a networking newsletter featuring
job opportunities and career advice for those who are part of the global
defense, aerospace, maritime, marine technology and security industry.
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*** In this issue (This week's jobs are listed here, and then offered
with links or in more detail below):
1.) Sr Marine Engineer, Alion Science and Technology, San Diego, SD
2.) Aerospace Logistics Engineer, Bell, Fort Worth, TX
3.) Avionics Hardware/Software Engineer, Systems Planning Corporation,
Arlington, VA
4.) ELECTRONICS ENGINEER, Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, DC
5.) Software Engineer, Adaptive Methods, Rockville, MD
6.) SENIOR CONSULTING NAVAL ARCHITECT, Foss Maritime Company, Seattle,
WA
7.) CWL Systems Engineer, Progeny, Manassas, Va.
8.) Ergonomist, TeamErgo, Washington, DC, or Norfolk, VA
9.) Engineer, Advanced Technology & Research Corporation, Columbia,
Maryland
10.) Program/Acquisition Support Specialist, EG&G, Manassas, VA
11.) Navy ERP Engineering Planning Review Analyst, General Dynamics
Information Technology, Annapolis, MD
12.) SR DEFENSE INTEL ANALYST FOR LATIN AMERICA, Defense Intelligence
Agency, Washington, DC
13.) Training Device Maintenance, Boeing, Travis AFB, CA
14.) SENIOR EO ENGINEER, OptiMetrics, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base,
Ohio
15.) Socio-Economist Analyst, Alion Science and Technology,
Warrenville, IL
16.) IT Specialist , MCTSSA, Oceanside, CA
17.) Senior Program Managers/ International Business Development /
Defense Comm / C4I Systems, TSL Associates, Wayne, NJ / Greenlawn, NY
18.) Test Engineer II, DRS Technologies, Melbourne, FL
19.) C4ISR Systems Director, Cubic Corporation, Arlington, VA
20.) Senior Software Engineer, Data Research and Analysis Corporation,
Alexandria, Virginia
*** And more.
*** Offshore Patrol Vessels Middle East
April 28 – 29, 2008 . Mövenpick Hotel Bur Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Offshore Patrol Vessels – Multi-role, Cost-Effective Naval Solutions for
21st Century Operations
Smaller vessels are being proposed as the best way for navies to face
ever-tightening budgets. There is now a huge range of options available
within the small warships market. Is the best option to include as much
technology and weaponry available as you can? What about the vast array
of propulsion choices available? Is it best to opt for maximum
capability or will refits and more economical vessels prove to be the
better option?
http://www.iqpcevents.com/ShowEvent.aspx?id=67846
*** About the SM-3 missile intercept of the NRO satellite:
*Ned, Sometimes the magic works, eh?
Susan Baker
* Why is AEGIS all capital letters?
Is it an acronym??
Dennis Stokowski
(Dennis, according to Wikipedia: An Advanced Surface Missile System
(ASMS) was promulgated and an engineering development program was
initiated to meet the requirements. ASMS was re-named “Aegis” in
December 1969 after the aegis, the shield of the Greek god Zeus. The
name was coined at the suggestion of Captain L. J. Stecher, a former
Tartar Weapon System manager, after an internal U.S. Navy contest to
name the ASMS program was initiated. Captain Stecher also submitted a
possible acronym of Advanced Electronic Guided Interceptor System
although this definition was never used. While many other meanings have
been attributed to the name Aegis, the name is not an acronym.)
*I feel immensely proud of our Navy's feat.
Charles D. Smith
*** I visited the SM-3 and ESSM guidance section assembly facility at
Raytheon Missile Systems in Tucson yesterday, where I had the chance to
talk to the highly skilled workers who put these missiles and their
components together. Grace Polacios told me she knew her job was
important because her son has been serving in Iraq and Afghanistan with
the U.S. Army. I asked Floyd Gonzalez if he actually assembled the
guidance system on the missile that shot down the errant spy satellite
last week. “I tell everyone I did,” he says.
*** This comes from Nancy Rizer at the Naval Media Center, who got it
from Shebrina A. Lewis at OPNAV (N402C):
Its official, DD-214's are NOW Online.
The National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) has provided the following
website for veterans to gain access to their DD-214's online:
http://vetrecs.archives.gov/
http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/get-service-re
cords.html
This may be particularly helpful when a veteran needs a copy of his
DD-214 for employment purposes. NPRC is working to make it easier for
veterans with computers and Internet access to obtain copies of
documents from their military files. Military veterans and the next of
kin of deceased former military members may now use a new online
military personnel records system to request documents. Other
individuals with a need for documents must still complete the Standard
Form 180, which can be downloaded from the online web site. Because the
requester will be asked to supply all information essential for NPRC to
process the request, delays that normally occur when NPRC has to ask
veterans for additional information will be minimized. The new web-based
application was designed to provide better service on these requests by
eliminating the records centers mailroom and processing time.
Please pass this information on to former military personnel you may
know and their dependents
*** Send an announcement to the 500-plus defense industry professionals
on this list for just $200. Contact Ned at lundquist989@cs.com.
*** SNA GWC DINING OUT
This long-standing sea service tradition will take place on Saturday,
March 8, 2008
at The Waterford at Springfield, 6715 Commerce Street, Springfield, VA
22150
The reception will begin at 1800 and is followed by dinner at 1930
Cost to attend per person is:
E-1 to 0-3 – $30; O-4 to 0-5 – $45;
O-6 to O-10 – $65; Retired Members – $65; Civilian Members – $65; and
all Non-Members – $75.
For further information and to register, or to view 2008 SNA GWC
Calendar, please visit the website
*** Here are the jobs for this week:
1.) Sr Marine Engineer, Alion Science and Technology, San Diego, SD
Job Ref. No. 8134.
Candidate should have a Marine or Mechanical Engineering BS degree and a
minimum of 10 years experience in propulsion, HVAC, auxiliary and fluid
systems and piping. Must be familiar with ABS and USCG rules and
regulations and shipyard production processes. Shipboard operational
experience is highly desired. Must be familiar with plans, designs,
develops, and ensures the installation of complex ship construction,
machinery and related equipment including propulsion machines and power
supply systems and ensures requirements are defined and met according to
specifications. Candidate should have the ability to employ existing
guidelines and instructions, guidance from higher-level engineers,
experience, and independent judgment to plan and accomplish task
objectives. Assignments may require the development of improvements to
current techniques and procedures. An active security clearance may be
required for this position.
Responsibilities
Performs the following functions in the San Diego, CA area:
Conduct shipboard surveys and inspections of machinery and distributive
systems for compliance with the construction contract, regulatory body
requirements and workmanship on behalf of vessel owners.
Identify and track construction deficiencies for resolution.
Interface with shipyard personnel and vessel owners.
Investigate and troubleshoot ship system problems.
Review shipyard detail design and construction documentation.
(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.)
2.) Aerospace Logistics Engineer, Bell, Fort Worth, TX
https://textron.recruitmax.com/MAIN/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=19155&szReturnToSearch=1&szWordsToHighlight=
3.) Avionics Hardware/Software Engineer, Systems Planning Corporation,
Arlington, VA
TS clearance, manage development of naval aviation systems, systems
acquisition experience desired, naval aviation systems operation or
development experience desired, BS degree, 5 years experience.
Resumes may be submitted to SPC via any of the following methods. Please
reference a job title in your correspondence; this title may be obtained
in the Employment Opportunities section.
Mail: L. Edwards
1000 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22209
Fax: (703) 351-8311
Email: recruiting@sysplan.com
http://www.sysplan.com/Careers/Job_Board
4.) ELECTRONICS ENGINEER, Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, DC
Announcement Number: NE8-0855-03NRL0181-DE
NP-0855 -III
$57,671 – $108,054 per Annum
Closing Date: 02/29/2008
https://chart.donhr.navy.mil/JobSearch/jobdetail.asp?strView=0&vid=80622
5.) Software Engineer, Adaptive Methods, Rockville, MD
http://www.adaptivemethods.com/careers/job_openings.php
6.) SENIOR CONSULTING NAVAL ARCHITECT, Foss Maritime Company, Seattle,
WA
http://www.maritimejobs.com/JobShow.aspx?JobShow=101708
7.) CWL Systems Engineer, Progeny, Manassas, Va.
Full time position working out of Progeny headquarters in Manassas Va.
Incumbent will be required to perform systems engineering and analysis
for DOD/Navy electronics/software systems under development with an
emphasis on submarine combat and weapon systems. This effort will
include requirements analysis and decomposition into lower level
specifications ( i.e. software requirements specifications, hardware
requirements specifications, interface requirements specifcations and
other related program documentation). The incumbent will be working with
internal and external engineering and software development teams to
reconcile and document data flows and planned or implemented technical
approaches and also assist in the development of test plans and
procedures to document proper testing of selected technical solutions.
Incumbent will require at least a bachelor's degree in an engineering
discipline or computer science with at least 3 years of experience in
DOD/navy systems engineering. At least five additional years of relevant
experience may be substituted for degree requirement.
A DOD SECRET security clearance is required. Occasional travel will be
required within CONUS, primarily to the Newport RI area.
http://www.progeny.net/opportunities
8.) Ergonomist, TeamErgo, Washington, DC, or Norfolk, VA
GENERAL SUMMARY: Provides ergonomics subject matter expertise to the US
Navy through technical support and consultation services. Develops and
instructs training seminars in ergonomics for safety and health
professionals. Conducts ergonomics evaluations and assists with policy
and assessment tool development. Provides guidance and leadership to
evaluate and resolve client needs and problems. Works independently or
with little supervision.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develop and deliver ergonomics training to Department of Defense
employees and safety and health professionals. Training classes and
seminars are conducted world-wide at Navy and Marine Corps facilities.
Approximately five four-day classes and two conference seminars are
performed per year.
2. Provide technical support and consultation services to the Navy and
Marine Corps. Technical support and consultation services include
performing ergonomics evaluations, developing and validating ergonomics
projects, and implementing solutions. Serve as expert consultant,
researching questions pertaining to ergonomics and providing advice on
interventions.
3. Perform detailed ergonomics assessments of various jobs, tasks, and
processes at Navy activities in the eastern United States. This job
involves comprehensive workplace analysis in order to identify
ergonomics related hazards and recommend methods for abating them. The
ergonomist should be able to prioritize problem areas for intervention
and manage their execution including baseline assessments and follow-up
evaluation. The candidate will be responsible for developing,
implementing, and documenting corrective actions to reduce the risk of
injury for the workers. Approximately 12 site visits are performed each
year and the ergonomist is responsible for a budget of about $1M for
ergonomics interventions.
4. Attend and present at scheduled conferences, meetings and command
briefings. Provide briefing packages and technical support and other
administrative, analytical and technical support consulting services as
required.
5. Perform injury trend analysis and assist with data collection and
interpretation.
6. Develop and maintain records of all projects, job analysis and hazard
abatements.
7. Calculate return on investment data for projects and the program and
share lessons learned/success stories.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1. Candidate must have a Master's degree in Ergonomics.
2. Candidate must be a Certified Professional Ergonomist with at least 6
years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education
and experience.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Knowledge of manufacturing engineering principles, body mechanics,
and anthropometry are required.
2. Demonstrated ergonomics problem solving abilities and strong
leadership skills are required.
3. Experience in office and industrial ergonomics is required as well as
excellent verbal and written communication skills. Effective
presentation skills are also required.
4. Candidate should also be able to use ergonomics assessment tools and
methods including those specifically utilized by the Navy.
5. The candidate should have security clearance or the ability to
acquire it. A passport will be needed for possible occasional foreign
travel.
6. The candidate will assure compliance to local, federal and military
Environmental Safety and Health standards and regulations.
7. Military experience is a plus.
WORKING CONDITIONS: The work can be performed out of a home office. Site
visits and training require travel to the Navy and Marine Corps bases as
well as additional Department of Defense facilities. Appropriate PPE is
necessary for certain worksites.
The above job description is not intended to be, nor should it be
construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or
working conditions associated with this job.
This position has been formally posted on the General Dynamics
Information Technology website so to apply go to http://www.gdit.com
⇒ Career Center ⇒ Job Opportunities ⇒ Job ID Number
140476 that will retrieve the job titled “Sr Princ Analyst, Functional”.
For further information contact:
Mindy Smith, MEng, CPE
Occupational Ergonomist
MBSmith@TeamErgo.com
9.) Engineer, Advanced Technology & Research Corporation, Columbia,
Maryland
Advanced Technology & Research Corporation is seeking to fill the
following full-time permanent positions for our Engineering & Systems
Division. Based in Maryland and incorporated in 1973, ATR
(www.atrcorp.com) is an equal-opportunity 100-employee engineering
company with a solid reputation in various engineering disciplines,
including modeling and simulation and electromagnetic measurement, for
the government and Fortune 500 commercial customers.
Position is with a small and rapidly growing laboratory group performing
analysis, design, test planning, test direction, data analysis, and
applications programming in support of the design, deployment,
operation, and data reduction of electro-magnetic sensors and associated
systems, and naturally occurring electro-magnetic phenomena relative to
the operation of Navy ships. Job experience with the Navy and other DoD
laboratories is a plus.
Requirements:
Minimum Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical
Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Applied Math or Physics.
Experience, coursework and interest in the following areas a plus:
finite element analysis, computer programming, numerical methods,
physics, solid mechanics, dynamics, analog electronics design, data
acquisition and analysis, and electro-magnetism.
Must be a self- starter and willing to learn. We are looking for
applicants with high level of technical/intellectual curiosity and the
ability to work independently.
Candidate MUST be a US citizen without dual citizenship with other
country, and the ability to obtain a SECRET level of security clearance.
Current clearance is a plus.
If Interested, please contact the Director of Human Resources
(E-mail) hr.atr@atcorp.com
(Phone) (443)766-7886
(Fax) (443)766-7887
EOE
http://www.atrcorp.com/atrhtml/careeropp.htm#maryland
10.) Program/Acquisition Support Specialist, EG&G, Manassas, VA
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=68944453
11.) Navy ERP Engineering Planning Review Analyst, General Dynamics
Information Technology, Annapolis, MD
http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?job_did=J3F1VR6PYH44N75GBSJ
12.) SR DEFENSE INTEL ANALYST FOR LATIN AMERICA, Defense Intelligence
Agency, Washington, DC
Job Announcement Number: X08-LL – DISL-HMS
Salary $114,468.00 to $158,500.00
Close Date 3/7/2008
http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/jobs/Senior-Defense-Intel-Analyst-For-Latin-America-1128864.html
13.) Training Device Maintenance, Boeing, Travis AFB, CA
https://jobs.boeing.com/JobSeeker/JobView?reqcode=08-1003697
14.) SENIOR EO ENGINEER, OptiMetrics, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base,
Ohio
Senior EO Engineer required for the development and evaluation of EO
systems for exploiting advanced sensor and laser technologies. The
objectives of those systems include meeting various Air Force
requirements for target recognition and identification as well as laser
applications (i.e. laser communications). Will define requirements,
plan for test programs to evaluate R&D technologies in electro-optics
and laser systems, and lead technical teams in implementing those
evaluations. The position requires experience in planning and conducting
experiments with EO sensors and lasers. U.S. Citizenship required.
Active DoD Security Clearance desirable. An advanced degree in
Electro-Optics is a plus. JOB ID 5012.
To apply for employment, fill out our on-line employment pre-application
form and email your resume to HRA@OptiMetrics.org.
http://optimetrics.org/job.htm#Dayton,%20OH%20(Locations:%20Wright-Patterson%20Air%20Force%20Base,%20Ohio
15.) Socio-Economist Analyst, Alion Science and Technology,
Warrenville, IL
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.)
16.) IT Specialist , MCTSSA, Oceanside, CA
This position is located in the Interoperability Branch of the Systems
Engineering and Integration Support Division. Serves as a technical
expert on all interoperability issues to include definition, message
standard development, digital data links, and communication protocol
selection. Represents the Marine Corps at Joint and Combined
interoperability meetings and working groups. Resume should reflect your
knowledge and experience as it relates to: Interoperability, command and
control, tactical data links, test analysis, message standards. Job
YA-2210-2. (Code 193) (760) 725-2960 or DSN 365-2960
http://www.mctssa.usmc.mil/webserver/jobs.asp
17.) Senior Program Managers/ International Business Development :
Defense Comm / C4I Systems, TSL Associates, Wayne, NJ / Greenlawn, NY
http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/job-JXRMXZFKA7S-l-Wayne-NJ-c-Technology
18.) Test Engineer II, DRS Technologies, Melbourne, FL
http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?dv=dv&APath=2.21.0.0.0&sfascc=&IPath=CJR&sname=&Comp_DID=c8d3965zg6q4kgcvzy2&jrdid=&lpage=1&job_did=J3F692692J5208F25BN
19.) C4ISR Systems Director, Cubic Corporation, Arlington, VA
http://www.employmentspot.com/Job.asp?Job_DID=J8F2Y26GL559P00VH0Z
20.) Senior Software Engineer, Data Research and Analysis Corporation,
Alexandria, Virginia
Education and Experience
Master's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems,
Operations Research, or a related scientific/technical discipline with
5+ yrs of modeling/simulation, software development, or related
experience; and 1-5 years of software development team leadership
experience; and C++ proficiency
OR
Bachelor's of Science Degree in Engineering, Computer Science,
Information Systems, Operations Research, or a related
scientific/technical discipline and 10+ yrs of modeling/simulation,
software development, or related experience; and 1-5 years of software
development team leadership experience; and C++ proficiency
Other Skills
Must be proficient in MS Office components (i.e., Word, PowerPoint,
Excel and Access). Must be able to communicate effectively in writing
and orally. Must work effectively as a member of a team, but be able to
work independently with minimal supervision.
Job Description
Member of a software development team enhancing existing computer
simulation model software.
Security Clearance
Must be a U.S. citizen and qualify for a DoD Secret security clearance
Data Research and Analysis Corporation
1555 King Street, Suite 300
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
Phone: (703) 299-0700
Fax: (703) 836-7585
http://www.dracorp.com/Jobs.aspx
*** From The Devil's Dictionary:
FREEDOM, n.
Exemption from the stress of authority in a beggarly half dozen of
restraint's infinite multitude of methods. A political condition that
every nation supposes itself to enjoy in virtual monopoly. Liberty. The
distinction between freedom and liberty is not accurately known;
naturalists have never been able to find a living specimen of either.
– Ambrose Bierce
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