nedsjotw.com

Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 22 August 2007

www.nedsjotw.com

Issue # 67

You are among 540 subscribers

“I to the world am like a drop of water

That in the ocean seeks another drop,

Who, falling there to find his fellow forth,

Unseen, inquisitive, confounds himself.”

– William Shakespeare

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 is a cooperative network. That means everyone’s participation is required to provide job opportunities to share. When you learn about a job opportunity in the defense sector, such as a position that comes open with your company, you send me the title, organization, location, and a brief description; link; or contact information, and I’ll share.

Transitioning, or changing your e-mail address? Don't forget to change your DEFCON – 1 subscription. To unsubscribe, send a blank e-mail from the old account to DCO-unsubscribe@topica.com. Then a blank e-mail from your new account to DCO-subscribe@topica.com.

I never give out, rent, or sell my list, and neither does Topica. Although, for a small consideration you can encourage me to send a message on your behalf to this list.

*** 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.) ITS Support Specialist, Data Systems & Solutions, Rolls Royce North America, Reston, VA

3.) Air Transport Officer, United Nations, Department of Field Support, NY, NY

4.) Public Affairs Specialist, Defense Logistics Agency, Ft Belvoir, VA

5.) Sr. Controls Engineer, Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation, Cambridge, MA

6.) Avionics Wiring Engineer, Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation, Columbus, MS

7.) Public Relations Specialist, Michael Baker Corporation, Alexandria, VA

8.) Lead Simulation Fiber Optic Systems, Ziva Corporation, San Diego, California

9.) Electro-Optical Engineer Sr (34734), Lockheed Martin Corporation, Sunnyvale, California

10.) Radar Systems Engineer (Electronics Engineer), Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Naval Air Systems Command, Patuxent River, MD

12.) ELECTRONICS ENGINEER, Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command, Point Loma, CA

13.) Aerospace and Defense Industry Marketing Manager, MathWorks, Natick MA

14.) Director, Advanced Sensor Technical Center, Research & Development, Goodrich Corporation, Burnsville, MN

15.) Country Representative – Venezuela, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Caracas, Venezuela

16.) SOFTWARE DEVELOPER, Viecore Federal Systems Division, Orlando, FL

17.) Engineering Applications Systems Analyst, Goodrich Corporation, Phoenix, AZ

18.) Analyst, Stanley, Grafenberg, Germany

19.) Physical and Technical Security Division Leader (P&TS/DL), Security Department, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Livermore, CA

20.) Sr ProgPlanningControl Analyst, Alion Science and Technology, Alexandria, VA

*** And more…

*** George Sirian:

Ned,

Stop the presses! Are you the link that binds the universe???

The Surface Navy Association gives an award each year — the George Sirian Award. My father, a retired Navy Captain, is a descendant of George Sirian. If I have my family history right, Sirian is the longest-known Navy service member and the only person known to have served three tours aboard the USS Constitution.

My parents, Tom and Pamm Forbes, will be at the SNA conference in Boston at the same time you are there. Please try to seek them out. They will be presenting the Sirian Award.

Your newsletter has been a boon to my career and I have enjoyed seeking selected opportunities through JOTW. Keep up the awesome Nedworking with a tip from me!

Heather Murphy

SouthpawFinePhotos.com

Pinal County Communications Director

(I’ll be in Boston to cover the presentation of the Sirian Award.

I grew up in Boston, and my father was a Naval officer (it's how he met my mother…a great story, founded upon blood of all things). As a boy we would go to the Boston Navy Yard in Charleston for dinner at the Officers Club frequently. It was such a treat. And we would park next to Constitution and I would gaze at her, or quickly run aboard. My brother is eight years older than me, and he also became a Naval officer, so he would usually tell me something important that big brothers seem to know, especially one destined to go to sea. Once in a while my Dad would tell me to go aboard one of the ships at the Navy Yard and salute the flag and then salute the OOD and say “Request Permission to Come Aboard, Sir!” It worked everytime.

Tell Tom and Pamm to save a seat for me at lunch on Friday.

I want to have them help me with the historical connections that might make this story really good.

Yes, Heather, it is a small world, and I am at the center of it all. And so, it would appear, are you.

Ned)

*** Send an announcement to the 500-plus defense industry professionals on this list for just $200. Contact Ned at lundquist989@cs.com.

*** The Surface Navy: Focused on Execution

23 August 2007

Naval Base San Diego, CA

Schedule Current as of August 1, 2007

(Schedule Subject to Change)

0700-0745 Registration and Check-in

Online Pre-Registration Strongly Encouraged

Click Here to Register

0745-0755 “Welcome Aboard to West Coast Symposium 2007”

CAPT Dixon Smith – Welcome and Agenda Overview

0755-0810 Opening Remarks

RADM D.C. Curtis (CNSL) – Confirmed

0810-0900 “The Navy's Role in the Long War”

Speaker: RADM Peter H. Daly (N3/N5B) – Confirmed

0900-0915 Break

0900-1700 Exhibits Open

0915-1030 Surface Navy in Execution Briefs

° CDS 60 conduct of Gulf of Guinea Operations – Global Fleet Stations Pilot

Speaker: CAPT John Nowell – Confirmed

° CTF 515 Overview – CAPT John Braunschweig – Confirmed

° PRT/IA Debrief – CDR John Wade – Confirmed

° U.S. Coast Guard Operations ISO GWOT – CAPT Chip Strangfeld, USCG – Confirmed

1030-1045 Break

1045-1145 Surface Navy in Execution Panel Discussion

Moderator: RDML Mark Balmert (ESG-3) – Confirmed

Panel: Briefers from Surface Navy in Execution Session

1200-1330

1245-1330 Lunch (onboard USS NEW ORLEANS)

Speaker: Ian W. Toll – Confirmed

Author of Six Frigates

1330-1345 Break

1345-1430 State of the Surface Warfare Community

RADM Sonny Masso (DCNP/CNPC) – Confirmed

1430-1445 Break

1445-1545 Keynote Speaker

Speaker: ADM Henry G. Ulrich, III – Confirmed

Commander, U.S. Naval Forces, Europe/

Commander Allied Joint Forces Command Naples

1545-1800 Surface Warrior Join-Up! (Pier Two)

Waterfront setting in vicinity of Sponsors' Displays and Surface Warfare Exhibitions

Surface Navy Association 2550 Huntington Ave., Suite 202 Alexandria, VA 22303 703-960-6801

http://www.navysna.org/WCS2007/Schedule.htm

*** The Greater Washington Chapter is hosting a Surface Warfare Cocktail Party on September 8 at the Navy Museum, Washington Navy Yard from 1830-2100. Details including ticket prices and online registration is available online at http://www.navysna.org/Events/2007GWCCocktailParty/2007CocktailPartydetails.htm

Other GWC events this summer include:

September 12 – Luncheon and Speaker

September 18 – Golf at Ft Belvoir

Please visit our GWC SNA website for the latest info on upcoming events. Go to www.navysna.org and click on chapter websites link.

*** Here are the jobs for this week:

1.) Assistant Engineer, Alion Science and Technology, Mystic, CT

Familiarity with deployment of Internet-based applications using Web Server and J2EE application server technologies. Familiarity with the Subversion source code repository tool. Familiarity with the ANT build tool. Familiarity with Windows based operating systems and servers. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or other appropriate field and 2+ years experience.

Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Responsibilities: The Configuration Management (CM) Lead will be responsible for the execution of software and hardware Configuration Management activities needed to support multiple projects including a large internet-based application. The CM Lead will manage the overall configuration management infrastructure, procedures, and baseline software and hardware environments for development, integration, testing, and release activities. The CM Lead will also be responsible for performing day-to-day CM functions including maintenance of the CM repository, assisting development staff with CM needs, development of software build scripts, and server setup and installation. The CM Lead will be involved in the complete project life cycle including software design, development, testing, and release.

Additionally, the CM Lead will:

Perform software and system configuration identification, configuration control, release, and configuration audits.

Perform integration activities in accordance with defined CM processes.

Ensure that team specific development processes and procedures are documented and communicated with the project team.

Develop and implement CM process improvements and enhanced technological CM capabilities as they emerge.

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.) ITS Support Specialist, Data Systems & Solutions, Rolls Royce North America, Reston, VA

http://jobview.monster.com/getjob.asp?JobID=61219853

3.) Air Transport Officer, United Nations, Department of Field Support, NY, NY

http://www.aeroindustryjobs.com/aero_visitor_ViewJobDetail.aspx?job_number=4676

*** From Mark Oswell, who got it from Amelia Roberson, who got it from Jack Hooper:

Our job posting to fill a GS-12 media relations position is now open.

The announcement is on USAJOBS with an Opening date of 08/13/2007

The announcement number is HQDP-07-2851.

If you know of anyone interested, please let them know!

Jack

Jack L. Hooper

Chief, Media and Environmental Relations

Defense Logistics Agency

(Ned notes: this job appears on www.usajobs.gov)

4.) Public Affairs Specialist, Defense Logistics Agency, Ft Belvoir, VA

Job Announcement Number: HQJ2-07-149898

SERIES & GRADE: GS-1035-12

SALARY RANGE: 66,767.00 – 86,801.00 USD per year

Closes Thursday, August 23, 2007

http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=61243923

5.) Sr. Controls Engineer, Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation, Cambridge, MA

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA7/ats/careers/requisition.jsp;jsessionid=EB429A813F2B33192FD6F5C5D6D9A36B?org=AURORA&cws=1&rid=93

6.) Avionics Wiring Engineer, Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation, Columbus, MS

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA7/ats/careers/requisition.jsp;jsessionid=EB429A813F2B33192FD6F5C5D6D9A36B?org=AURORA&cws=1&rid=49

7.) Public Relations Specialist, Michael Baker Corporation, Alexandria, VA

http://jobview.monster.com:80/getjob.asp?JobID=58146188

8.) Lead Simulation Fiber Optic Systems, Ziva Corporation, San Diego, California

http://spieworks.com/employment/index.cfm?action=job_detail&job_id=4629

9.) Electro-Optical Engineer Sr (34734), Lockheed Martin Corporation, Sunnyvale, California

http://spieworks.com/employment/index.cfm?action=job_detail&job_id=4623

10.) Radar Systems Engineer (Electronics Engineer), Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Naval Air Systems Command, Patuxent River, MD

Job Announcement Number: NE7-0855-13-PAX0049-DE

SERIES & GRADE: GS-0855-12/13

SALARY RANGE: 66,767.00 – 103,220.00 USD per year includes locality pay

http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=52982105

12.) ELECTRONICS ENGINEER, Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command, Point Loma, CA

Job Announcement Number: SW7-0855-02-P5748269-DE

SERIES & GRADE: YD-0855-02

SALARY RANGE: 38,824.00 – 87,039.00 USD per year

Closes August 24, 2007

http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=61416900

13.) Aerospace and Defense Industry Marketing Manager, MathWorks, Natick MA

Job Summary

Lead the Industry Marketing effort for the Aerospace and Defense industries. Work to help the Sales organization achieve its revenue goals while helping Development build and plan its products for this industry worldwide. Lead efforts to identify new opportunities and segments in the Aerospace and Defense industries for The MathWorks worldwide.

Responsibilities

Drive, from a Marketing perspective, the worldwide Aerospace and Defense MathWorks Advisory Board customer forum, working closely with Development. Contribute to the strategy development and content development for Aerospace and Defense tradeshows, conferences, seminars and MathWorks Days worldwide. Contribute to both the internal strategic “board of advisors” for the industry at The MathWorks (the Aerospace Advisory) as well as the MathWorks sales community in the aerospace and defense markets (the AERODEF Focused Selling team and its sub-programs). Contribute to the content of the internal and external Aerospace and Defense industry web pages.

Qualifications

MS or better in relevant engineering discipline from a leading university (EE, Computer Science, Aero, etc.)

Knowledge of MathWorks products (MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow, SPC applications especially useful)

Strong knowledge of and experience (10+ years) in the commercial aircraft industry or defense sector, in particular with respect to embedded systems development and deployment and/or model-based design for communications or electronic systems

Familiarity and experience with the program structure of the aircraft and defense industries

Experience supporting sales and engaging with customers

The motivation to work in an outward-looking role are critical

Additional experiences important to the position:

MBA

Product marketing experience

Technical training in electronics and communications

Prior employment with a leading corporation or organization within the aerospace and defense supply chain

Exposure to this industry and its supply chain outside of the US

http://www.mathworks.com/company/jobs/opportunities/Job-5708-Aerospace-and-Defense-Industry-Marketing-Manager.html

14.) Director, Advanced Sensor Technical Center, Research & Development, Goodrich Corporation, Burnsville, MN

http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=102&ji=2045753&sn=I

*** From Bridget Serchak, who got it from Mike Jones:

Hi, all – OTI has opened a new position for a Country Representative located in Caracas, Venezuela. Applications are due not later than August 27, 2007, at 5:00 p.m. EDT.

This is a full-time Personal Services Contract (PSC) position at the GS-14 equivalent level. The position is open to U.S. Citizens only due to security clearance requirements.

15.) Country Representative – Venezuela, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Caracas, Venezuela

For full information and for directions on how to apply, visit www.globalcorps.com.

http://www.globalcorps.com/sitedocs/oticrv.doc

16.) SOFTWARE DEVELOPER, Viecore Federal Systems Division, Orlando, FL

Position Description: Viecore Federal Systems Division (FSD) provides advanced software and systems development services to the U.S. military and federal government. Viecore FSD specializes in the design, development and support of advanced decision support Technologies and data management systems, from prototype through production.

Software development on a collection of Windows applications written in C++ using MFC, GDI, DirectX, STL. Rapid prototype environment, using shared components and a common framework from a larger multi-site team. Full cycle engineering required to produce robust software capabilities from high level research ideas. Positions include front end GUI work as well as backend knowledge base programming.

Required Skills

-Experienced individual with 6 or more years of experience in software design, windows applications written in C++ using MFC, GDI, DirectX, STL.

-Works effectively across requirements and design teams.

-Work on government contracts which include full life cycle development.

Excellent written and communication skills.

-A BS in computer science or related field.

-US Citizenship Required.

-Experience in the defense industry is preferred.

Degree Required: BS, Masters Preferred

Travel Required: Yes

Clearance Required: Yes

http://www.viecorefsd.com/current_job_openings.asp?lev2=47

17.) Engineering Applications Systems Analyst, Goodrich Corporation, Phoenix, AZ

http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=102&ji=2064525&sn=I

18.) Analyst, Stanley, Grafenberg, Germany

http://jobs-stanleyassociates.icims.com/stanleyassociates_jobs/jobs/candidate/job.jsp;jsessionid=BDE427764F4DA2897B9C16820E9BF1F1?jobid=3719&mode=view

19.) Physical and Technical Security Division Leader (P&TS/DL), Security Department, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Livermore, CA

https://jobs.llnl.gov/psc/jobs/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/s/WEBLIB_LL.VIEW_JOBS_LL.FieldFormula.IScript_View_Jobs_LL?TITLE=&JOB_REQ_NBR=007396&

20.) Sr ProgPlanningControl Analyst, Alion Science and Technology, Alexandria, VA

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.)

*** A Petty Officer Second Class, First Class and a Chief are off the ship together for lunch. While crossing a park they come upon an antique oil lamp. They rub it and a Genie comes out in a puff of smoke. The Genie says, “I usually only grant three wishes, so I'll give each of you just one.”

“Me first!” says the Petty Officer Second Class. “I want to be in the Bahamas, driving a speedboat, a beautiful woman at my side and not a care in the world.” Poof! He's gone.

“Me next!” says the First Class. “I want to be in Hawaii, relaxing on the beach with my personal masseuse, an endless supply of pina coladas and a beautiful woman.” Poof! He's gone.

“You're next,” the Genie says to the Chief.

The Chief says, “I want those two back on the ship right after lunch.”

*** Ball cap of the week: USA Luge

*** Coffee Mug of the Day: National Club Association

*** Thank you for sharing this week’s DEFCON-1 newsletter. Visit our website at www.nedsjotw.com. You can also read previous issues on Topica at http://lists.topica.com/lists/DCO/read.

Your company’s jobs can be listed here when you share them with me. Please ask your Director of HR to send me your company’s most pressing job hiring priority each week. Make sure your recruiting manager subscribes to DEFCON 1.

Please share these opportunities and refer this network to your friends in the defense industry. They can subscribe for free when they send a blank a-mail to DCO-subscribe@topica.com.

If you delete an address from your account, or if you really don't want to read the newsletter, then send an email to: DCO-unsubscribe@topica.com.

DCO is a companion newsletter to my Job of the Week newsletter that serves the nearly 10,000-members of the JOTW network. It is possible that some job listings will appear in both newsletters. If you want to subscribe to the free Job of the Week e-mail networking newsletter for professional communicators, send a blank e-mail to:

JOTW-subscribe@topica.com.

This newsletter is published by:

Edward H. Lundquist, ABC

Captain, U.S. Navy (Retired)

7813 Richfield Road

Springfield, VA 22153

+1 703 455-7661

lundquist989@cs.com

Work:

(703) 692-4609

elundquist@alionscience.com

edward.lundquist@navy.mil

Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter is part of the “Job of the Week” network – A world in communication.

For your hospitality, thank you!

© Copyright 2007 Job of the Week Network, LLC

www.nedsjotw.com

The sea! the sea! the open sea!

The blue, the fresh, the ever free!

— Bryan W. Procter excerpt from “The Sea” ca. 1837