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

1.) Corporate Communications Specialist, Alion Science and Technology, Annapolis Junction, MD

2.) Communications Editor, Criminal Justice Reference Service, Supporting U.S. Department of Justice, Lockheed Martin, Washington, D.C.

3.) Program Control Analyst, Stanley Associates, Alexandria, VA

4.) EOD Liaison/Action Officer, BRTRC, Indian Head, MD

5.) Senior Editor, BRTRC, Ft. Belvoir, VA

6.) SUPERVISORY RESEARCH METEOROLOGIST, Army Test and Evaluation Command, Dugway Proving Grounds, UT

7.) SUPERVISORY GENERAL ENGINEER, U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

8.) Strategic Analyst – Level 4, Boeing, Crystal City, VA

9.) Mid-Senior Level Systems Analysts & Accountants, MIL, Rosslyn, Virginia

10.) DATA ANALYST I DATA ANALYSIS, JT3 LLC, Lancaster / Palmdale / Edwards AFB, California

11.) Editor, Readiness and Operations Support, Department Of Defense Office of the Inspector General, Arlington, VA

12.) Software Engineer/Sr. Software Engineer, Engineering & Systems Division, SRI International, HELENA, MT

13.) Sr C4 Defense Analyst (J6/JCIDS/Pentagon), Zel Technologies, LLC (ZelTech), Arlington, Virginia

14.) R&D PARACHUTE TECHNICIAN (RIGGER), Para-Flite, Incorporated, Pennsauken NJ

15.) Experimental Test Pilot, VH-71 Presidential Helicopter Program, Bell Helicopter, Patuxent River Naval Air Station, MD

16.) Senior Warfare Systems Test and Evaluation Specialist, SAIC, Norfolk, VA

17.) Land Warfare Test and Evaluation Analyst, Applied Resources, Alexandria, VA

18.) Test and Evaluation Analyst, Booz Allen Hamilton, Norfolk, VA

19.) Operational Test & Evaluation / Analyst, SRA International, Beale, CA

20.) Test/Evaluation Analyst, Northrop Grumman, Middletown, RI

21.) Environmental Public Affairs Specialist, Navy Office of Information, Pentagon, Arlington, VA

22.) BMD System Engineer, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, Laurel, MD

23.) Weapon and Target Technologies, ManTech, Huntsville, AL

24.) Submarine Software, Network Engineer, ViaGlobal, Washington, DC (some travel to prime contractor’s work sites in Manassas, Fairfax, VA and Middletown, RI.)

25.) DEPT OF THE ARMY PUBLIC AFFAIRS, ViaGlobal Group, Contract position, Washington, D.C.

*** And more…

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*** IABC/Charlotte November Dinner Meeting

“Learn the art of ‘Ned-working’ with ‘Job of the Week’ creator Ned Lundquist!”

DATE:

Thursday, November 8, 2007

DETAILS:

Communications professionals everywhere have benefited from Ned Lundquist's decision to leave the U.S. Navy in 2000 and find a new job. After 24 years of service, he first needed to expand his network to tap into communications openings in the private sector.

The rest is history. Lundquist's own job search led to the creation of his “Job of the Week” (JOTW), an online clearinghouse for pros in communications. Since 2001, Ned's Web site — www.nedsjotw.com — has become a community of job seekers, hiring managers and other communications pros that is 7,000 strong and growing. Ned has been written up in the Wall Street Journal, which called his site “a virtual water cooler” where visitors share camaraderie as well as Lundquist's quirky sense of humor.

A popular speaker who circles the globe sharing his networking insights, Ned Lundquist will be the featured guest at IABC's dinner meeting Nov. 8 at Maggiano's Little Italy in SouthPark. Looking to make your next career move? By all means come. If you're not looking for a job now, there's a good chance you will be at some point. Even if you've found your dream job and believe you'll never be in the job market again, come anyway for an entertaining and informative evening with Ned Lundquist.

TIME:

Registration & networking start at 5:30 am

Dinner and presentation begin at 6 pm and end at 8 pm

RSVP:

Please RSVP by noon Monday, November 5

LOCATION:

Maggiano's Little Italy, Southpark Mall

(4400 Sharon Road, Charlotte, NC 28211)

http://www.ciabc.com/calendar/calendar.htm

*** Here are the jobs for this week:

1.) Corporate Communications Specialist, Alion Science and Technology, Annapolis Junction, MD

Job 7597.

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

Provide corporate communications, marketing, and process

engineering consultation support to the Program Management Office (PMO). Activities will include communications/marketing strategy development, web page oversight, improvement and documentation of internal governance processes, presentation strategy development, and customer/stakeholder relations.

This position requires a current Top Secret Security Clearance and must meet the requirements of DCID 6/4.

Responsibilities

Provide corporate communications, marketing, and process engineering consultation support to the Program Management Office (PMO). Activities will include communications/marketing strategy development, web page oversight, improvement and documentation of internal governance processes, presentation strategy development, and customer/stakeholder relations.

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.

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.) Communications Editor, Criminal Justice Reference Service, Supporting U.S. Department of Justice, Lockheed Martin, Washington, D.C.

http://jobview.monster.com/getjob.asp?JobID=64168434

3.) Program Control Analyst, Stanley Associates, Alexandria, VA

http://jobview.monster.com/getjob.asp?JobID=62704160

4.) EOD Liaison/Action Officer, BRTRC, Indian Head, MD

BRTRC, a growing government contractor is searching for an EOD Liaison/Action Officer to coordinate between Indian Head, MD, and Northern VA technology centers for Explosive Ordnance Disposal acquisition activities.

Requirements:

> Must have Secret clearance.

> Must be a US citizen.

> Former combat engineer or explosive ordnance technician experience desired.

> Systems acquisition experience desired.

> Engineering or science degree desired.

BRTRC offers the selected candidate a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package which includes: SEP-IRA, Health and Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, Educational Reimbursement, and more!

To be considered for this opportunity, please send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to vhairston@brtrc.com. EEO Employer.

http://www.brtrc.com/AboutUs/Careers.aspx#556ebb75-d28e-42c2-a957-d2b292fc7a0a

5.) Senior Editor, BRTRC, Ft. Belvoir, VA

http://www.brtrc.com/AboutUs/Careers.aspx#d157fb84-918e-4768-8d36-8b0e7f9927e8

6.) SUPERVISORY RESEARCH METEOROLOGIST, Army Test and Evaluation Command, Dugway Proving Grounds, UT

Job Announcement Number: WTDJ07267078

SERIES & GRADE: GS-1340-15/15

SALARY RANGE: 104,826.00 – 136,273.00 USD per year

OPEN PERIOD: to Thursday, November 01, 2007

http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=63033571

7.) SUPERVISORY GENERAL ENGINEER, U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

Job Announcement Number: NEAC07235737R

SERIES & GRADE: DB-0801-14/15

SALARY RANGE: 93,822.00 – 143,471.00 USD per year

http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=63958580

8.) Strategic Analyst – Level 4, Boeing, Crystal City, VA

http://jobview.monster.com/getjob.asp?JobID=64219775

9.) Mid-Senior Level Systems Analysts & Accountants, MIL, Rosslyn, Virginia

Clearance Required: U.S. Citizenship – The ability to obtain a security clearance

Status: Exempt, Full-Time

Location: Arlington (Rosslyn), Virginia

Required Experience:

Government accounting

Financial systems conversion, implementation, and on-going support

Degree in Accounting or Business; master’s degree, CPA, or CGFM preferred for systems accountants

Momentum experience a plus

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

System implementation support including design reviews, production simulation testing and analysis

System support including reference data and accounting models development and maintenance

Interface development, review and analysis

User support including help desk and training

Monthly and quarterly financial reports development and verification

MIL is continuously looking for candidates with the following experience as well:

Government Accounting/Financial Management Specialists

Government-Financial Systems Analysts

*CPA preferred but not required

All interested candidates should submit a resume with a cover letter, indicating your experience and salary requirements, to personnel@milcorp.com.

http://www.milcorp.com/content/careers/index.cfm?pageId=16

10.) DATA ANALYST I DATA ANALYSIS, JT3 LLC, Lancaster / Palmdale / Edwards AFB, California

Requisition Number: 100

The incumbent, under direction of a senior level Analyst or Supervisor, performs segments of professional and scientific analysis of actual and predictable operational activities of a military, government or business system to obtain a quantitative, rational basis for decision making or for resource allocation.

1. Designs, develops, and adapts a variety of methods to analyze operational problems.

2. Utilizes modeling and measuring techniques, mathematics, statistical methods, engineering methods, operational mathematics techniques and other principles and laws of scientific and economic disciplines.

3. Develops and conducts analytical studies to provide advice and evaluations of the probable effects of alternate solutions to problems.

4. Performs professional work in operations research and analyzes test runs on computers to correct or direct correction of programs and input data.

5. Conducts studies to organize data collection to select and apply appropriate methods of analyses, to evaluate findings and draw reliable conclusions.

6. Develops, maintains and produces analytical documentation.

Minimum Requirements:

Demonstrated skill in analyzing problems which include identifying relevant factors, gathering pertinent information, and recognizing solutions. Possess skills in performing thorough, accurate work which requires planning and logical steps. Capable of communicating, both verbally and in writing. The above knowledge and skills may be obtained through completion of formal training in computer science, engineering, physics, or mathematics, or 3 years' experience in a related field without an academic degree. Must qualify for and maintain a government security clearance and possess a current State issued driver's license.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience in C, C++, and Fortran programming code desirable. Possessing additional GPS related experience a plus.

https://www.jt3.com/careers/

11.) Editor, Readiness and Operations Support, Department Of Defense Office of the Inspector General, Arlington, VA

Job Announcement Number: IG-0001-08

SERIES & GRADE: YA-1082-2/2

SALARY RANGE: 46,041.00 – 103,220.00 USD per year

Closes Tuesday, October 30, 2007

http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=63396200

12.) Software Engineer/Sr. Software Engineer, Engineering & Systems Division, SRI International, HELENA, MT

https://sri.ats.hrsmart.com/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=3200

13.) Sr C4 Defense Analyst (J6/JCIDS/Pentagon), Zel Technologies, LLC (ZelTech), Arlington, Virginia

http://www.prohire.com/candidates/jobprofile.cfm?szWID=8450&szCID=38027&szOrderID=448173

14.) R&D PARACHUTE TECHNICIAN (RIGGER), Para-Flite, Incorporated, Pennsauken NJ

http://paraflite.com/Career%20Opportunities2.htm

15.) Experimental Test Pilot, VH-71 Presidential Helicopter Program, Bell Helicopter, Patuxent River Naval Air Station, MD

http://www.sfte.org/index.php?page=html/links/jobs

16.) Senior Warfare Systems Test and Evaluation Specialist, SAIC, Norfolk, VA

https://cp-its-rmprd.saic.com/main/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?/3BZEOC3C9MVJGDQH3EKACV0V67TR3XYJ7F4XZCHKKQZCO514RULDMZHBT1KNVOJWOSH21T1AUU0HA5QOYHKST8OYUZJJY3JSRUXX7FPMU7P9T8P08ES5SJFTRL6HWYD6D2JSY8KKEXR1RDKTP2S3FRT8T6JRT8TB8Z

17.) Land Warfare Test and Evaluation Analyst, Applied Resources, Alexandria, VA

http://jobview.monster.com/getjob.asp?JobID=64153893

18.) Test and Evaluation Analyst, Booz Allen Hamilton, Norfolk, VA

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=24593436

19.) Operational Test & Evaluation / Analyst, SRA International, Beale, CA

http://lhh.careercast.com/texis/jobsearch/details.html?id=4682ae8f6d6150

20.) Test/Evaluation Analyst, Northrop Grumman, Middletown, RI

http://www.job.com/my.job/search/page=jobview/pt=2/key=12712829/p=1/jsOn=1

*** From Frank Thorp:

We are hiring an Environmental PAO for CHINFO and want to make sure the word gets out to all possible candidates to get their resumes in the personnel system for consideration. We're looking for someone who wants to take on a big, important, challenging job, and if you are that person or know someone who is, please apply or pass this information along! The PA professional we choose will have a chance to be a significant contributor to the Navy's current operations.

V/r,

Frank Thorp

Rear Admiral, United States Navy

Chief of Information

More information on the position follows:

21.) Environmental Public Affairs Specialist, Navy Office of Information, Pentagon, Arlington, VA

Announcement Number: DON1035

Organization: CHINFO Pentagon, Arlington, VA Area of Consideration:

Current Federal and VEOA NO PCS Authorized

Duties: Manage, develop, and integrate efforts within the Navy to

promote public understanding of the Navy's positions on environmental

issues and develop outreach strategies in support of those efforts.

Create and plan policies and guidance on how best to communicate the

Navy's environmental activities. Coordinates with the Office of

Legislative Affairs to develop informational materials. Consults and

coordinates with Navy leadership, other cabinet level departments, other environmental specialists, policy analysts, and attorneys to keep abreast of developments in Navy environmental programs. Manages Navy's Awards Program to ensure environmental protection efforts receive proper visibility. Coordinates with designated Environmental Public Affairs (PA) Specialists throughout the Navy to ensure message integration.

Sets Environmental PA program standards and establishes guidance for

program assessment. Develops and certifies Environmental PA professional development requirements for the PA Community. Plans and advocates for resources to enable Environmental PA mission accomplishment. Develops and coordinates approval of all Navy Environmental PA instructions, regulations, and other policies to implement and guide Environmental PA throughout the Navy.

Requirements:

Secret Clearance.

Specialized experience in interacting with cabinet-level executives,

senior military leadership, environmental specialists, public interest

groups, and attorneys on complex and controversial environmental issues.

How to Apply: If you are interested in being considered for this

position, please submit your resume on line at

http://chart.donhr.navy.mil/ and follow all application instructions.

Submit your resume to announcement Number DON1035.

If you have questions, please contact Ms. Sylvia Terry (703) 695-8854.

Secretariat/Headquarters Human Resources Office

Visit our website at: www.hq.navy.mil/shhro

22.) BMD System Engineer, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, Laurel, MD

http://www.nationjob.com/job/jhap647?utm_source=indeed&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=sponsored

23.) Weapon and Target Technologies, ManTech, Huntsville, AL

http://www.job.com/my.job/search/page=jobview/pt=2/key=11366708/p=1/jsOn=1

24.) Submarine Software, Network Engineer, ViaGlobal, Washington, DC (some travel to prime contractor’s work sites in Manassas, Fairfax, VA and Middletown, RI.)

Job Function: Assist in managing Submarine Combat System Program support efforts. Provide day-to-day supervision, contract management and direct support to the Submarine Combat System Program Office specifically in the area of software development support. Provide software systems engineering support for the definition and development of Submarine Combat Systems. Additional responsibilities include the following: provide administrative and technical leadership in the completion of multiple contracts, including responsibility for cost, schedule and overall performance; monitor fulfillment of contract requirements to ensure quality and timeliness of services/deliverables to various customers; supervise, coordinate, provide leadership to and review the work of assigned staff and/or contracts; interface with customers on a regular basis for support of engineering and program management activities. Monitor customer feedback and advice on a broad range of issues related to products/services being delivered; development and implement innovative strategies that support requirements of the Submarine Combat Systems Program Office; conduct End-to-End assessments of Combat System improvement initiatives; develop strategic implementation strategies for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR), Advanced Processing Build (APB)/Technology Insertion initiatives; perform multi-disciplinary analysis of system designs to determine compliance with specifications and standards. Lead and/or participate in working group meetings associated with software and hardware design, system software architecture design, and testing for both Integration and FQT. Assist in development of briefing packages and participate/present in program review meetings at various levels. Work location will primarily be Washington, DC but position will require some travel to prime contractor’s work sites in Manassas, Fairfax, VA and Middletown, RI.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or Information Systems, and 10 years of job related experience or equivalent. DoD software systems development experience preferred but not a requirement. Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and analytical skills are required. Work

experience and/or knowledge of Systems Engineering principles, DoD 5000 Series Requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/Defense Acquisition Regulation (DFAR) and Navy Program Planning and Budgeting requirements is preferred. Familiarity with DoD Information Assurance and Open Architecture initiatives a plus.

Previous experience, professional training and development can be substituted for formal training/education. Working knowledge of word-processing and integrated software applications is required. Some travel is required.

Position requires the ability to pass and maintain a Security Clearance.

Work Experience Field: Typical office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting to 20 pounds, constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.

Special Skills: Software development experience required. Self‐starter with strong analytical and communication skills. Customer-oriented with strong interpersonal skills. PC Skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Project)

Please send resume to:

Josh Dupre

jdupre@viaglobalgroup.com

fax: 202-824-6010

phone: 202-824-6000

http://www.viaglobalgroup.com/images/Submarine_Software_senior.pdf

25.) DEPT OF THE ARMY PUBLIC AFFAIRS, ViaGlobal Group, Contract position, Washington, D.C.

ViaGlobal Group is seeking a mid to senior level individuals well versed in the workings of public affairs, specifically as they relate to the Army. Individual must be capable of interacting with senior leaders and persons at all levels – military and civilian. Congressional lobby, PR and other experience or connections preferred.

Key tasks:

• Media support including public relations, communications

• Army public events such as conventions, sporting events, etc.

• Public interface to promote and educate on the purpose / mission / transformation of the

Department of the Army

• Development of PR materials, presentations, etc.

• Research and analysis, assessments of specified information

Contract position location: Washington, D.C. base with potential travel in US and abroad. Individual will

have access to an innovative polling / research firm in the DC area for support and will work on a team

of between 5 and 20 individuals.

Please send resume to:

Josh Dupre

jdupre@viaglobalgroup.com

fax: 202-824-6010

phone: 202-824-6000

http://www.viaglobalgroup.com/images/ARMY_PA_PD_1.pdf

*** A C-141 cargo plane was preparing for departure from Thule Air Base in Greenland, and they were waiting for the truck to arrive to pump out the aircraft's sewage holding tank. The Aircraft Commander was in a hurry, the truck was late in arriving, and the Airman performing the job was extremely slow in getting the tank pumped out. When the commander berated the Airman for his slowness and promised punishment, the Airman responded, “Sir, I have no stripes, it is 20 below zero, I'm stationed in Thule, and I am pumping sewage out of airplanes. Just what are you going to do to punish me?”

*** Ball cap of the week: National Association of Fleet Tug Sailors

*** Coffee Mug of the Day: USS Cochrane (DDG 21)

*** “Sux” keyholder of the week: DTI Associates – A Haverstick Company (Thanks to Mat Matta)

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