Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 20
February 2008
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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.) Assistant Engineer, Alion Science and Technology, Mystic, CT
2.) UN Humanitarian Civil-Military Coordination Officer, UN Office for
the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, Abeche, Chad
3.) COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST, Adaptive Methods, CENTREVILLE, VIRGINIA
4.) Assistant Facility Assistant, Alion Science and Technology, Durham,
NC
5.) UN-Civil-Military Coordination (UN-CMCoord) Officer, L-4,
OCHA-African Union Liaison Office, UN Office for the Coordination of
Humanitarian Affairs, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
6.) Winter Site Manager – Palmer Station (2008-2009), Raytheon Polar
Services, Centennial, CO (Deploys to Antarctica)
7.) Senior Siebel Technical Architect, CSC, Washington, DC
8.) Technical Information Specialist, Defense Technical Information
Center, Ft. Belvoir, VA.
9.) President/Chief Operating Officer, USS Missouri Memorial
Association, Honolulu, HI
10.) Executive Director, USS North Carolina Battleship Commission,
Wilmington, NC
11.) Visa Analyst, Stanley Associates, Washington, DC
12.) Sr Mgr QA Engineering, Raytheon Missile Systems, Tucson, AZ
13.) Federal Government Contract Analyst, MTCSC, Charleston, SC
14.) Arabic Linguist CAT II — IRAQ, L-3 SYColeman, Chantilly, VA
15.) GIS SPECIALIST, Parsons, Bowling Green, VA
16.) SIGINT Analyst, Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Charlottesville,
VA
17.) Biometrics Lead, Noblis, Falls Church, VA
18.) Geospatial Scientist (AIT-IID), BAE Systems, Arlington, VA
19.) Postdoc in Geospatial Systems and Application Development,
Computational Sciences and Engineering Division, Oak Ridge Institue for
Science and Education, Oak Ridge, TN
20.) Cruise Missile Mission Planning Specialist, USAF, Langley AFB, VA
21.) Radar Systems Engineer, RAND, Santa Monica, Washington D.C.,
Pittsburgh
22.) Graphics Illustrator – NSWC PHD, SYS Technologies, Oxnard, CA
*** And more.
*** Ned's upcoming travel:
Feb 22-24 San Antonio, Texas
Feb 24-26 Corpus Christi/Ingleside, Texas
Feb 26-27 Tucson, Arizona
Feb 27-28 Chicago, IL
Note: We will be on family travel to Paris in early March and I expect
that DEFCON 1 will skip a week.
*** This is exciting!
Navy Awards Contracts for Zumwalt Class Destroyers
http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=35020
Navy to Shoot Down Malfunctioning Satellite
http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=35015
DoD To Engage Decaying Satellite
http://www.defenselink.mil/releases/release.aspx?releaseid=11691
I don't know if you all can appreciate how hard this really is.to
neutralize a large, cold tumbling object in space with a sea-based
interceptor that will not have acquired the target at time of launch and
that relies on an infra-red seeker to intercept the target, which we
already know is cold as, well, space.
*** 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
*** Send an announcement to the 500-plus defense industry professionals
on this list for just $200. Contact Ned at lundquist989@cs.com.
*** From David Ausiello
Ned,
I thought some of the members of your network may enjoy reading this
story: http://navy.scout.com/2/728757.html
R/David Ausiello
*** 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.) Assistant Engineer, Alion Science and Technology, Mystic, CT
Job ID: 8092
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.
Qualifications
Candidate must have a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or
equivalent) and one year work experience in an engineering environment.
Candidate must have some experience programming in a Matlab, Fortran,
or C environment. Some experience with numerical modeling (e.g. FEA,
SEA) preferred. Some experience with engineering design tools (e.g.
AutoCAD, Solidworks) preferred. Individual must be eligable for a
Secret clearance.
Responsibilities
Candidate will provide engineering analysis and test support to ongoing
projects within the Signatures Division. Candidate will help develop
and execute structural-dynamic test programs. In support of this,
candidate will run prediction models, provide on-site test support, and
perform data quality assessments.
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.
(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.) UN Humanitarian Civil-Military Coordination Officer, UN Office for
the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, Abeche, Chad
Closing Date – 22 Feb 2008
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7BMETG
3.) COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST, Adaptive Methods, CENTREVILLE, VIRGINIA
Adaptive Methods, www.adaptivemethods.com, headquartered in Virginia
with offices in Maryland, Tennessee and Florida, is a developer of
advanced sensor processing and computing architecture products for
surveillance, security and military combat systems. We are a
privately-owned defense contractor, which, in partnership with the
federal government, addresses critical U.S. Navy Anti-Submarine Warfare
(ASW) needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Research, develop, write and edit internal and external communications
media including Internet, newsletter, bulletins, publications, email and
technical literature
Develop, research, interview and write articles, speeches,
presentations, and other communications materials for internal and
external use
Develop and coordinate frequent updates of Intranet content
Write, manage, distribute, and track coverage of firm press releases
Develop content and writing copy for marketing collateral
Work to weekly and monthly deadlines.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors Degree in Communications/Public Relations degree with 0-2
years experience or Communications/Public Relations degree seeking
college intern (junior or senior).
Academic knowledge of, if not experience in, the communications/public
relations arena.
Must have MS Office experience and Proficiency with desktop publishing
tools
Strong writing skills, with understanding of AP standards
Experience writing technical articles, technical journals is desired
Excellent organizational communication skills with proven ability to
write and edit original copy based on a solid understanding of related
issues
Excellent interpersonal skills; team-oriented; collaborative.
Travel will be required to various Adaptive Methods offices as well as
client sites.
Applicants selected for employment will be subject to a government
security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including
U.S. citizenship, for access to sensitive information.
Submit resumes, referencing CS-PF-011808 and salary requirements to
careers@adaptivemethods.com
We are proud to be an Affirmative Action employer. Women and minorities
are encouraged to apply.
EOE/M/F/D/V
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=67539730
4.) Assistant Facility Assistant, Alion Science and Technology, Durham,
NC
Job Ref: 8046
Applicant must have a high school diploma or GED, posses a valid North
Carolina drivers license and have personal transportation. Must be able
to work 40 hrs/wk, Monday through Friday. On occasion, weekends and
holidays may be required. Applicant must be able to communicate in
English and posses a basic working knowledge of computers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Maintain animal facility wash/work areas. Sanitize
(using hot water and chemicals) animal caging, racks, water bottles,
inhalation chambers, rooms and floors. Operate chamber/cage washers.
Fill animal caging with bedding material and store for later use.
Maintain organization of storage areas to optimize availability of
cages, racks water bottles, water bottle tops, cage tops, filter tops,
bedded cages, and filled water bottles. Operate high pressure washer
and electric floor scrubber/buffer. Receive and handle 40-50 lb bags of
feed and bedding on a daily basis. Receive direction from supervisor
and senior staff and be able to work independently and as part of a team
to complete assignment on time.
(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.)
5.) UN-Civil-Military Coordination (UN-CMCoord) Officer, L-4,
OCHA-African Union Liaison Office, UN Office for the Coordination of
Humanitarian Affairs, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Closing Date – 22 Feb 2008
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7BMDXC
6.) Winter Site Manager – Palmer Station (2008-2009), Raytheon Polar
Services, Centennial, CO (Deploys to Antarctica)
Seeking a unique adventure as well as employment? How would you like to
be one of the few people on the planet to have the opportunity to live
and work in Antarctica? Raytheon Polar Services is the primary
contractor for the National Science Foundation's (NSF) U.S. Antarctic
Program. We are currently looking for a Winter Site Manager to deploy
to Palmer Antarctic research station on a contract basis from
approximately March 2008 through October 2008.
We are looking for Primary and Alternate employees to fill all contract
positions. The Primary is first in line for the position. The Alternate
is next in line to deploy should the Primary be unable to meet
deployment requirements.
Responsibilities:
The Winter Site Manager is responsible for assisting the Area Director
in management of Palmer Station. Specifically deploys to the Antarctic
as the senior RPSC manager for the full austral winter season. Serves
as the point of contact for all activities at Palmer Station and is the
main liaison between the on-site staff and the various RPSC support team
members in Denver. Ensures that RPSC provides responsive and
appropriate levels of support to all program participants at Palmer
Station. Interacts as appropriate with NSF representatives and other
support entities.
Ensures station facilities and operational equipment are maintained at
support levels commensurate with the planned tempo of operations and
population. Keeps the Palmer Area Director and Manager, Station
Operations informed of the status of planned winter activities. Promotes
a positive, supportive and responsive environment on station with an eye
for maintaining good morale among the community. Maintains a
professional approach to problem solving in adherence with policy,
project procedures and station management expectations. Assists in the
planning and coordination of station projects to mitigate requirement
conflicts.
Takes a leadership role for safety on station. Work to promote and
enforce safe work practices and conduct surveys and investigations, as
required. Accountable to monitor actual progress against planned
schedules and issue reports in accordance with RPSC procedures.
Coordinates support requirements and regularly relays information to the
Palmer management team. Assists the Area Director in management
functions specific to area directorate work centers to ensure fiscal
integrity and accountability with the annual program plan (APP).
Ensures administrative support responsibilities are met, including Human
Resources and Finance activities and reporting; coordination of travel
arrangements for all personnel; support of special events and tourists;
liaison with other stations, vessels and national Antarctic programs;
and the coordination of science project support needs.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor degree or equivalent years of related career experience
accepted in lieu of a degree. Minimum of six years experience in a
management, research, or field operations role is required. Three years
of departmental supervisory experience is required. Career record must
include the demonstrated ability to work with, and independently manage,
a multiple skilled work force.
Desired Qualifications:
Previous deployment to Antarctica strongly preferred. Knowledge and
software experience in the areas of project management, word-processing,
spreadsheets, and maintenance/inventory is preferred. Bachelor's degree
specializing in science, engineering, or business is desired.
Additional Polar Info:
All contract positions include competitive salary and a comprehensive
benefits package. For the time you are in Antarctica compensation also
includes travel to and from the ice, room & board, and you are eligible
for a performance-based bonus upon successful completion of your
contract. FYI – Only authorized personnel are allowed on station and
you need to remain on station for the duration of your contract except
in case of emergency. Check out our website at www.rpsc.raytheon.com.
All applicants must be able to provide proof of U.S. or New Zealand
citizenship or permanent residency once employment is offered and pass
strict physical, dental, and psychological (for winter-over positions)
examinations in order to qualify for deployment. Offers of employment
are also contingent upon ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen
and background check. Failure to meet these requirements may result in
withdrawal of employment offer or other employment action. All
employees must also comply with applicable safety, environment, health,
and waste management policies and procedures.
If you like to live on the edge and are interested in this
once-in-a-lifetime opportunity – go to RayJobs.com and apply today.
Raytheon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified
applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed,
religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and
expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran
status, or any other protected factor.
http://www.rayjobs.com/index.cfm?navID=119
7.) Senior Siebel Technical Architect, CSC, Washington, DC
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=68676221
8.) Technical Information Specialist, Defense Technical Information
Center, Ft. Belvoir, VA.
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=68539680
*** From Roger Dana:
9.) President/Chief Operating Officer, USS Missouri Memorial
Association, Honolulu, HI
The USS Missouri Memorial Association is seeking a President/Chief
Operating Officer. The President and Chief Operating Officer of the USS
Missouri Memorial Association is responsible for the development and
restoration of the Battleship Missouri into a self-sustaining world
class museum. The Association is seeking a self-motivated,
inspirational professional with: a proven track record of leading,
developing and managing programs and staff; the strategic expertise to
orchestrate and align the organization with their mission; the ability
to collaborate and build effective relationships with strategic
partners; proven fiscal management skills; a successful record in
resource development; and excellent presentation communication skills
with exceptional skills in marketing and public relations. Bachelor's
degree in Business or related field with progressive senior management
experience required. Master's degree preferred. Qualified candidates
should respond by March 9, 2008 with resume, cover letter and salary
requirements in confidence to: Inkinen & Associates, Executive Search
Consultants, 1003 Bishop Street, Pauahi Tower, Suite 477, Honolulu, HI
96813. For additional information visit CareerBuilder.com and your
Keyword Search Web ID is 7004323.
10.) Executive Director, USS North Carolina Battleship Commission,
Wilmington, NC
The USS North Carolina Battleship Commission is seeking an Executive
Director for the Battleship North Carolina in Wilmington, NC. As the
Commission receives no appropriated funds from the State, it is required
to be self-sufficient for the ship's annual operation. The Executive
Director is responsible to effectively manage the overall operation and
administration of the Battleship and serves at the pleasure of and
reports to the Chairman of the Commission.
The candidate must be a naval officer in the grade of captain (0-6) and
on the retired list as of the start date of work which is 5 January
2009; must possess an MBA, MPA, or related graduate degree; have
demonstrated experience in shipboard maintenance; and financial
expertise with theoretical and practical experience in financial
reporting. The successful candidate must also demonstrate fine
interpersonal skills, effectiveness in written and oral communications,
and a high degree of computer literacy. The Commission offers a
competitive salary and, as a state employee, an extensive benefits
package. Additional information about the position is available at
www.battleshipnc.com/exdir.php.
Resumes should be mailed to: Chairman, Search Committee, Battleship
NORTH CAROLINA, Eagles Island, P.O. Box 480, Wilmington, NC 28402 and
postmarked no later than 11 April 2008.
11.) Visa Analyst, Stanley Associates, Washington, DC
The Visa Analyst will be assigned to the International Programs Division
of the Office of Policy Coordination and Public Affairs in the Bureau of
Consular Affairs (CA). The Visa Analyst will assist in the duties of the
International Program's Policy Liaison Officers. The Visa Analyst will
work closely with other CA offices, State bureaus, federal agencies,
posts abroad, and foreign governments. This is a policy-focused
position, working on terrorist and visa lookout sharing issues, consular
policy in multilateral fora, and border security issues. Position
requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level security
clearance.
Specific Duties:
. Design and support initiatives for terrorist and visa lookout
information sharing with foreign partners and within the USG.
. Provide support, analysis and outreach on consular policies (including
visa and passport policy issues) within the USG and in multilateral
fora, including the European Union, the G-8, and the OSCE.
. Assist in advancing consular and USG goals on border security issues
with Canada and Mexico, including through the Security and Prosperity
Initiative, the Shared Border Accord, and the Binational Commission
processes.
. Provide expert guidance to State Department domestic and overseas
consumers, as well as other USG agencies, on foreign government
information-sharing issues.
. Draft and edit numerous written products, including internal
memoranda, interagency communications and cables to posts abroad.
. Other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Bachelors Degree or equivalent and a minimum of 1 year related work
experience is required.
Additional Requirements:
. Ability to successfully complete the Stanley Background Investigation
to include; 50 State Criminal, Education, Employment, Credit and Driving
Records Checks for continued employment.
. Possession of an INTERIM SECRET security clearance is required to
begin employment; Ability to maintain a SECRET security clearance is
required for continued employment; US Citizenship is required.
. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as
organizational skills.
. Knowledge of general U.S. foreign policy and international system of
bilateral and multilateral diplomacy.
. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Access.
. Ability to learn and recall information about provisions of the
Immigration and Nationality Act and the Foreign Affairs Manual.
. Ability to take initiative and respond to changing circumstances of
both office goals and priorities and diplomatic interactions.
. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collegial
atmosphere; ability to maintain composure in highly stressful
situations.
. Mature attitude and pleasant personality.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Preferred:
. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as
organizational skills.
. Knowledge of general U.S. foreign policy and international system of
bilateral and multilateral diplomacy.
. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Access.
. Ability to learn and recall information about provisions of the
Immigration and Nationality Act and the Foreign Affairs Manual.
. Ability to take initiative and respond to changing circumstances of
both office goals and priorities and diplomatic interactions.
. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collegial
atmosphere; ability to maintain composure in highly stressful
situations.
. Mature attitude and pleasant personality.
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=67490556
12.) Sr Mgr QA Engineering, Raytheon Missile Systems, Tucson, AZ
https://raytheon.rayjobs.com/viewjob.html?erjob=399597&eresc=DirectEmployers
13.) Federal Government Contract Analyst, MTCSC, Charleston, SC
MTCSC presents a unique opportunity for a Federal Government Contract
Analyst in the Charleston, SC area.
Required Qualifications:
Required Education: BS degree in Business or Management.
Required Experience: Six (6) years Contract Management experience, to
include: Development of Program Acquisition Documentation, Development
of Testing Criteria, Development of Corrective Action Systems,
Development of Program Monitoring Approach (e.g. PERT, CPM, EVM),
Analysis of Programs Health, Data Collection and Analysis, Development
of Cost Estimates, and Development of Program Status Reports.
Comprehensive knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DoD
procurement policies and procedures.
Required Specialized Experience: Within the 6 years of related work
experience, the experience must include program administration, contract
administration, fiscal management, or related efforts; and at least 3
years of specific work experience in a DoD or Navy environment is
required.
Must be a U.S. Citizen and currently hold a DoD security clearance or be
eligible for one upon hiring.
https://jobs-mtcsc.icims.com/mtcsc_jobs/jobs/candidate/job.jsp?jobid=1332&mode=view
14.) Arabic Linguist CAT II — IRAQ, L-3 SYColeman, Chantilly, VA
https://www4.recruitingcenter.net/clients/l3/PublicJobs/controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=34644
15.) GIS SPECIALIST, Parsons, Bowling Green, VA
Parsons provides mission critical solutions to the U.S. government. Our
landmark planning, environmental, engineering, construction, and
facility operation programs have supported federally-funded chemical
weapons demilitarization, military installations and ranges, space
exploration, missile defense, aviation, and sustainability programs. Our
services also support homeland security initiatives and reconstruction
efforts after man-made or natural disasters.
The Project
The objective of this task order is to provide the SRP program with GIS
support to installations, MACOMs, ATSC, USAEC, and G3 (DAMO-TRS) through
the operation of an SRP GIS RSC at. The SRP GIS Program strives to
achieve information dominance as a tenet of the Sustainable Range
Program. SRP GIS achieves information dominance by delivering the best,
most accurate, complete data sets through user-friendly GIS products and
applications, supported by SRP GIS analysts trained in the most current
releases of GIS software and spatial data standards. The SRP GIS
Regional Support Center (RSC) provides focused development of standard
GIS databases, central GIS product and applications support to SRP and
other installation mission support offices, adhere to Federal, DoD and
Army spatial data standards, and provide information delivery through
all media: paper and digital maps, Internet applications, and analysis.
The SRP GIS program participates in Army Enterprise GIS initiatives that
eliminate redundancies in data development and applications, and reduce
costs for these items to the SRP program.
Need
Parsons' is in need of an experienced GIS Specialist. The successful
candidate will assist the RSC and the U.S. Army with the creation,
updating, management, and correction of personal and multi-user
geographic databases, creating and customizing VB and python scripts,
project tracking databases, and technical reports to support daily and
ongoing project activities.
Primary duties will include ArcGIS and ArcSDE software work, Global
Positioning System (GPS) field work, spatial analysis using ESRI
analytical extensions, map creation and publishing, and GIS technical
support. This position is located in Fort A.P. Hill, VA.
Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship required
Proficiency using the Arc GIS suite of products such as: Arc Map, Arc
Catalog, Arc Toolbox), SDSFIE, FGDC, and Metadata creation.
Must have experience with or understanding of relational database
management systems (ODBC, Access, Oracle, and SQL Server) and Visual
Basic for Applications.
Applicant selected must be eligible to obtain a U.S. Government security
clearance.
BS in Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science or related
discipline.
Travel 15%
Excellent communication skills.
Desirables:
Masters Degree
Knowledge of the U.S. Army SRP program, prior military or previous
military experience, Image Processing (with ERDAS Imagine), data
conversion, cartography, graphics, presentation writing, and report
writing are a plus.
EOE/M/F/D/V. Candidates are encouraged to apply at
http://www.parsonsjobs.com/ and search requisition number 9193, or send
resume to Jannet.Lucente@Parsons.com
Parsons offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which
includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; tuition
reimbursement program; credit union membership; Employee Stock Ownership
Plan, 401(k) plan and career development.
http://parsons.jobs2web.com/job/GIS-SPECIALIST-Job/188635/
16.) SIGINT Analyst, Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Charlottesville,
VA
Mission Systems has immediate openings for SIGINT Analysts (Intel
Analyst) to conduct research, analysis, and integration of SIGINT data
in support of the prepare intelligence products in the area of irregular
warfare, including insurgent and terrorist networks and complex
environments. Candidates will prepare draft SIGINT related portions of
assessments as well as provide assistance to all-source analysts related
to the interpretation, fusion and collection of related SIGINT data.
Candidate will present draft SIGINT-based findings and assessments in
both narrative and graphic form.
The following are the Basic Qualifications for this position:
Bachelors Degree and 4 – 6 years of related experience. An additional 4
years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree. Candidates
must have experience in conducting, compiling, and reporting the results
of detailed metadata analysis (IAW applicable NSA United States SIGINT
Intelligence Directive) and possess detailed knowledge of the SIGINT
community. In addition to the standard security requirements, candidate
must have, or immediately be able to obtain (within four weeks), a
favorable single-scope polygraph and NSA Personal Key Indicator (PKI)
certification. Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance, and US citizenship
is required.
The Following Assets are desired:
Previous experience working with SOF, irregular warfare,
terrorist/narcotics networks. GEOCELL training. Experience using the
following data mining tools/visualization applications: BANYAN, ArcGIS,
M3, AMHS, Pathfinder and Analyst Notebook
Position may be hired at a 3/4. Final grade determination will be based
on requirements of the position and qualifications of the candidate.
Defining the future. Join the men and women of Northrop Grumman Mission
Systems in meeting the largest, most complex systems challenges
imaginable for government, military and business. An Equal Opportunity
Employer, M/F/D/V
MULTIPLE POSITIONS. Some relocation assistance may be available.
Security Clearance Required.
http://careers.northropgrumman.com/ExternalHorizonsWeb/getJobPostDetail.do?sequenceNumber=141869
17.) Biometrics Lead, Noblis, Falls Church, VA
https://jobs-noblis.icims.com/noblis_jobs/jobs/candidate/job.jsp?jobid=2040&mode=view
18.) Geospatial Scientist (AIT-IID), BAE Systems, Arlington, VA
https://psisa001.na.baesystems.com/psp/prdps/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=10006658&Siteid=1
19.) Postdoc in Geospatial Systems and Application Development,
Computational Sciences and Engineering Division, Oak Ridge Institue for
Science and Education, Oak Ridge, TN
http://www.geology-jobs.com/postdoc-in-in-geospatial-systems-and-application-development-oak-ridge-tn-tennessee-198.htm
20.) Cruise Missile Mission Planning Specialist, USAF, Langley AFB, VA
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=68622370
21.) Radar Systems Engineer, RAND, Santa Monica, Washington D.C.,
Pittsburgh
Radar Systems Engineer
Position description:
The RAND Corporation is seeking radar systems engineers who can bring a
technical approach and insights to bear on a range of problems across
RAND's national defense and intelligence research agendas. These
engineers provide technical analysis and formulate conceptual designs
for projects addressing broad issues impacting national security. These
engineers work closely with staff members performing modeling and
simulation, cost analysis, and other specialized engineering research.
Staff being considered for this position must have the ability to
effectively define and quantify the role played by radars in the wider
policy context in which they operate. RAND's research agenda touches on
a large variety of radar types and modes, and knowledge of many of these
is desirable.
Examples include the following areas:
Air defense early warning and fire control
Airborne surveillance and fire control
Synthetic aperture radar
Surface moving target indication
Foliage and ground penetration
Ballistic missile defense
Although radar engineers will not undertake detailed designs of reduced
RCS treatments or of radar hardware (such as antennas and receivers), a
working knowledge of these areas and of the underlying principles of
electromagnetics and signal propagation is highly desirable.
Qualifications:
PhD in engineering or physical sciences OR
MS with thesis in engineering
Specific technical skills preferred:
Background in some or all of the following areas is desirable:
Survivability analysis for aircraft and weapons systems
Radar performance analysis
Low observables and counter low observables
ECM and ECCM
Automatic target recognition
Target tracking
Low probability of intercept
Signal processing
ELINT
Minimum experience required: 3-10 years of professional experience
related to the employment of radars in defense and intelligence
applications is highly desirable.
Security clearance: Able to obtain U.S. government security clearance.
Locations: Santa Monica, Washington D.C., Pittsburgh
https://web4.rand.org/psp/ps/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL
22.) Graphics Illustrator – NSWC PHD, SYS Technologies, Oxnard, CA
Description:
SYS Technologies is looking for a Graphics Illustrator to be responsible
for creating and revising high level graphics for electronic
presentations, static displays, brochures and marketing materials.
Candidate will also provide general photography services (digital and
35mm) as well as write articles and press releases for various military
publications. Position is located on NSWC PHD Navy base.
EEO/AA Employer
Required Skills:
Qualifications and experience require
Candidates must have experience with Adobe Photoshop, PageMaker, Paint
Shop Pro or other graphics program. Must have Macromedia Flash
experience. Must have excellent writing skills and two to four years
experience as a graphic artist or illustrator. Must be proficient with
Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and
Project. Ideal candidate will have previous military journalism or
military photography experience supporting the DoD or Navy in some
capacity. Knowledge of government processes and activities is desired.
Required Education:
BA or BS in Journalism or Communications
[Req#: SYS-07-062]
Security Requirement: Secret Clearance, or must be able to obtain upon
hire
http://www.systechnologies.com/find_job.aspx
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