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Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 27 June 2007

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“The greatest problem with communications is the illusion that it has been accomplished.”

– George Bernard Shaw

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 and security industry.

This issue of DEFCON 1 is coming to you from New Orleans, Louisiana, where I am participating at the IABC International Conference.

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*** This week’s jobs are listed here, and then offered with links or in more detail below:

1.) ASSOCIATE DATA SPECIALIST, Alion Science and Technology, Rome, NY

2.) Regional Support Technician, ManTech, Fort Belvoir, VA

3.) Future Operations Analyst, CACI, Norfolk, VA

4.) Naval Operations Capabilities Modeler, L-3 Communications Services

Group, Suffolk, VA

5.) Assoc Military Analyst, Alion Science and Technology, Killeen, TX

6.) Program Manager, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

7.) Electrical Engineer, Blackbird Technologies, Herndon, VA

8.) Project Managers, CommIT Enterprises, Hughesville, Md.

9.) MARKETING & SALES REP, Spirit AeroSystems, Wichita, KS

10.) Inventory Control Specialist, FLIR Systems, Bozeman, MT

11.) JICTC Instructor, Oberon Associates, Fort Huachuca, AZ

*** And more…

*** Looking for a job? Feel free to present your self with a “Seeking Employment” posting. If you want to pitch yourself before hiring managers in the defense industry, send me (lundquist989@cs.com) your pitch and I’ll post, one at a time (so there might be a queue) and always first. Please indicate your Seeking Employment Pitch is intended for the DEFCON 1 newsletter.

*** Surface Navy Association:

Due to a schedule conflict the next SNA GWC Luncheon original scheduled for June 8 2007 at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City, Arlington, Virginia has been changed to Tuesday, July 24th 2007. All other information remains the same (see below)

The featured speaker is: Liu Hongwei, Senior Captain, PLA Navy Naval

Attache, Embassy of China

Check-in starts at 1130 – Lunch starts at 1200

Cost to attend is:

Active Duty SNA Members – $15

Active Duty Non SNA Members – $25

Retired Military or Civilian SNA Members – $25 Retired Military or

Civilian Non SNA Members $30

To make a reservation please go to

http://128.121.188.113/washington/Events.htm

Don't forget to check the website for other SNA Chapter activities

including the the SNA Summer Golf League and the SNA Annual Summer Golf Tournament.

Thanks

Admin Staff

SNA GWC

2550 Huntington Avenue, Suite 202

Alexandria, VA 22303

navysna@aol.com

www.navysna.org

703-960-6800

703-960-6807 (fax)

*** Do you have a defense related event to share? Send it to Ned at lundquist989@cs.com

*** Here are the jobs for this week:

1.) ASSOCIATE DATA SPECIALIST, Alion Science and Technology, Rome, NY

Seeking a data entry specialist to support a major effort to convert a large paper library to digital format and to upload those volumes into an electronic database. Acceptable applicants will be able to perform information processing and distribution tasks requiring general knowledge and experience in information processing procedures. The candidate must be able to work in coordination with a team of engineers, information technology (IT) specialists, and other administrative personnel in a professional and collaborative environment

Qualifications

At minimum candidates must possess a High School diploma or equivalent along with 2 years of applicable work experience; an Associate degree in business or library science is highly desirable. Our ideal candidate will be able to type quickly and accurately; and be proficient in Microsoft Office software products, particularly in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Competency in Access would be a plus. In addition, working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat is preferred. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal are required; as well as good interpersonal skills and ability to interface with internal and external customers. Position requires some modest physical tasks (primarily moving boxes of documents); candidates must be able to lift 20 lbs unassisted. U.S. Citizenship required and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance from DOD; former military personal and individuals with current secret clearances are encouraged to apply. This position is located in Rome, NY.

Candidates are expected to perform several major duties, which include but not limited to: the accurate and efficient preparation of electronic records in a database; the conversion of paper documents to a digital format, and determining the document limitations and restrictions using government databases.

For certain projects you must be able to analyze source documentation to obtain data necessary to create electronic records and transcribe data into specialized established formats.

As part of their responsibilities, candidates must be able to perform basic quality control functions, such as checking the accuracy of entries, verify security markings for documents, and that all scanned and converted documents comply with existing standards and procedures. Candidates will also assist in the preparation of appropriate technical documentation, and will comply with established security procedures in the performance of their duties. The candidate will also perform library maintenance tasks, which may include acquisition, classification, storage, accountability, retrieval, and distribution of hard copy documents.

Our ideal candidate will be a flexible individual contributor who will provide occasional technical assistance to other information processing staff as warranted, as well as train other data processing staff when needed. You will assist other staff at the center with customer service needs, up to and including phones, faxing, mailing, etc. when required.

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.

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.)

2.) Regional Support Technician, ManTech, Fort Belvoir, VA

http://www.mantech.com/careers/Mil0706/

3.) Future Operations Analyst, CACI, Norfolk, VA

http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?job_did=J8D1

TN66G8ZFHRD9H31

4.) Naval Operations Capabilities Modeler, L-3 Communications Services Group, Suffolk, VA

http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/job-JGRJ1DOCP-l-Suffolk-VA-c-Technology

5.) Assoc Military Analyst, Alion Science and Technology, Killeen, TX

Military Analyst in the Mobilization Branch of the Installation's Director of Plans,

Training, Mobilization, and Security (DPTMS). As required, trains and oversees other analyst in the performance of mobilization and demobilization related duties. Serves as an action officer who develops, coordinates, produces, reviews and maintains plans and directives for the Section's Mobilization Assistance Files and Battle Books, as well as maintaining and securing unit's Mobilization documents and Validation packets.

Responsibilities

Develops and coordinates Garrison¿s Mobilization Plans with those of the CONUSA, to ensure these plans are effective and provide the most efficient mobilization mission performance for Task Force deployment and re-deployments. Provides continuity and standardization for, command relationship, functions related to operational planning responsibilities for mobilization, training, deployment, redeployment and demobilization. Reviews and analyzes mobilization and deployment plan.

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.)

6.) Program Manager, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

The Systems Engineering Operation of Alion's Engineering and Integration Solutions Sector is currently accepting applications for Program Manager for Test and Evaluation. Successful applicants will have a current working knowledge of DoD/DoN instructions and policies with respect to test and evaluation, including ORD/CDD/CPD, TEMP and test plan development and approval, and operational testing. Candidate must have a demonstrated understanding of maritime operations, with seagoing service experience desired. The candidate will be part of a team supporting Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition program management and test and evaluation. Must have Bachelors degree OR ten years experience in an engineering or other technical field. Must have a demonstrate familiarity with MS Office software. Possess U.S. citizenship. Eligible to receive a minimum security clearance of SECRET.

Responsibilities

The Program Manager for Test and Evaluation (T&E) is part of team providing expertise and technical management support to a Department of Defense acquisition program manager responsible for acquiring ships and weapon systems. This position provides direct support for a government Test and Evaluation Director including developing strategy, Test and Evaluation Master Plan, test planning, test evaluation, and Integrated Product Team support. The pace of this job will be demanding with occasional travel and sometimes frequent travel during test periods. The Program Manager will directly support a customer located in Washington DC and will manage a team of test engineers for several programs. The candidate should have ten years experience with seagoing military or Military Sealift Command operations. The candidate should have a technical background with experience in project management. DAU Level II certification or equivalency in Program Management, Test and Evaluation or Systems Engineering is desired. The position requires working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, good communications skills, and a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities will include the following:

Support the Program Manager¿s Test Director in PEO Ships

Review program and policy documents for implementation

Develop T&E support planning documents, coordinate review of documents, interact across multiple functional areas of the acquisition program management office and T&E communities

Provide evaluation of test results, assess impact to schedule

Manage five test engineers working on several programs

Prepare status reports and briefs

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.)

7.) Electrical Engineer, Blackbird Technologies, Herndon, VA

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Blackbird Technologies is seeking an Electrical Engineer (EE) to support hardware project development efforts in our Herndon, VA corporateoffice. The successful candidate will become a member of a highly skilled hardware team working on a variety of interesting, challenging, and rewarding efforts. The EE will assist in design, debug, test and production of current and new hardware products. The successful candidate will have applicable experience working with embedded systems.

The systems our development teams are building are making a difference

in the war against terror. We are a team of energized professionals

working on cutting-edge technologies and are seeking a self-starter with an enthusiastic attitude.

Required Skills/Education:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Classroom or Professional experience with the following:

Designing digital systems

Debugging and testing at the board level Working with microcontrollers

Good written and verbal communication skills are a must

Must be self-motivated with the ability to multi-task while working in a fast-paced environment.

Must have the ability to work independently as well as in a team

environment

Desired Skills/Education:

2+ years experience in hardware production environment

Experience using schematic capture tools, PCB layout and routing tools

Experience using soldering equipment/assembling PC boards

Experience working with CPLDs and FPGAs

Experience writing firmware in C and in assembly

Secret or higher security clearance

Clearance Required: Candidates must be willing and able to obtain a US

government security clearance. Secret or Top Secret w/Poly clearance

preferred

Citizenship: US Citizenship is required

http://www.blackbirdtech.com/jobs.html

8.) Project Managers, CommIT Enterprises, Hughesville, Md.

Analysis of NGA communications systems requirements as they pertain to

the EN Engineering mission and provide recommendations, roadmaps, and

project plans to ensure smooth transitions into the operational

environment consistent with the readiness process. Knowledge of the

principles of data communications, telecommunications, computer

operating systems, local area network concepts and fundamentals, and

teleprocessing and telecommunications architecture

Knowledge and experience in the operations, sustainment and engineering of enterprise networks, data centers, and workstations

Ensuring the rigorous application of information security/information

assurance policies, principles, and practices in the delivery of network services

Managing people and projects

Analyzing and defining requirements;

Defining and maintaining architecture and infrastructure

Developing system specifications and description documents

Monitoring and analyzing system capacity and performance

Performing configuration management

Performing risk assessment and risk management

Acquisitions and logistics experience

Ability to perform tasks in a timely and accurate manner

Ability to function well in a rapidly changing environment with little

or no direct supervision

Proficiency in oral and written communications

Budgetary management skills

10 years in system or network engineering and five years of Project

Management

Bachelors of Science

Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology

Experience can substitute for educational requirement

Active TS/SCI minimum

Email resumes to hr@CommITEnt.com with the position title in the subject line.

http://www.commitent.com/Openings.htm

9.) MARKETING & SALES REP, Spirit AeroSystems, Wichita, KS

http://www.nationjob.com/job/spae91/pj/1254364

10.) Inventory Control Specialist, FLIR Systems, Bozeman, MT

http://www.flirjobs.com/jobs.cfm

11.) JICTC Instructor, Oberon Associates, Fort Huachuca, AZ

We don't have a job for you we have a career with Oberon Associates,

Inc.

Minimum Requirement: Looking for an MOS certified 96B/35D with at least 8+ years experience. Candidate must have a recent deployment to OIF/OEF, as well as ACE experience with an active TS/SCI clearance.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/VEEO

http://careers.oberonassociates.com/jobs_details1.asp?Job_id=87716&Page_

Id=6784&Published=1

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