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Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for Nov. 18, 2009
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Issue # 156
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“Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away.”
– Philip K. Dick
Welcome to the latest edition of the number one Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter, “DEFCON-1,” a networking newsletter featuring job opportunities and career advice for those who are part of the global defense, aerospace, maritime, marine technology and security industry. DEFCON 1 brings you job opportunities every week, and counts on members like you to submit job listings to share and post in this newsletter.
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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.) Military Analyst Lead/Future Force Training Support Analyst, Alion Science and Technology, Fort Eustis Bldg, VA
2.) E-9A Avionics Technician, ARINC Technical Services, Panama City, FL
3.) Technical Control Technician, ITT Systems Division, Qatar, Kuwait, Djibouti, Iraq and Afghanistan
4.) Electrical Engineer, ITT Systems Division, Camp As Sayliyah, Qatar
5.) Test Engineer Sr, Alion Science and Technology, Portsmouth, VA
6.) DRSN Operations & Maintenance Technician, Harris, Fort Greely, AK
7.) Military Analyst Principal, Alion Science and Technology, Alexandria, VA
8.) Communications Specialist / EKMS Manager, General Dynamics Information Technology, Portsmouth, VA
9.) MDSET M&S CPS Lead (E6), Integrated Defense Systems (IDS), Raytheon Company, Colorado Springs, CO
10.) Systems Engineer/Software Developer, Non-Tactical Data Processing System (NTDPS), Progeny Systems Corporation, Groton, CT
11.) Program Manager III, IT&C FINANCIAL MGMT SVCS, SPAWARSYSCEN, JPM IS, Epsilon Systems Solutions, San Diego, CA
12.) Submarine Fleet Analyst, PACOM JIOC Submarine Analysis Group, L-3 Communications MPRI, Honolulu, Hawaii
13.) Human Factors Engineer Asc, Alion Science and Technology, Boulder, CO
14.) Technical Writer, Senior, ManTech, North Charleston, SC
15.) Senior Analyst, DDL Omni Engineering Corporation, Pax River, MD
16.) Intelligence Analyst Stf, Lockheed Martin, Florida
17.) F-18 Lead Mechanic, TS Government Solutions, RIDGECREST, CHINA LAKE, California
18.) Diver, Computer Sciences Corporation, CSC, West Palm Beach, FL/Andros Island, Bahamas
19.) Defense nuclear weapons school facilitator, Defense Threat Reduction University, Northrop Grumman, Albuquerque, NM
20.) Network Intrusion Detection Specialist (US Citizen & Top Secret Clearance), Symantec, Fort Irwin, California
21.) Q -Cleared Executive Administrator, Information Technology Department at B&W Pantex, Aerotek Energy Services, Amarillo, TX
*** Corporate Gray “Security Clearance” Job Fair
There will be a Corporate Gray “Security Clearance” Job Fair at The Waterford in Springfield, Virginia on Friday, November 20, 2009. Job fair hours are 10 am to 2 pm. This job fair is only for job seekers with a Department of Defense security clearance of Secret or higher. The security clearance must either be active (using it now) or current (used within the past 2 years).
Dozens of employers will be participating; including: Lockheed Martin, IBM, JB&A, ManTech, Unisys, URS EG&G Division, TSA, and more!
Pre-registration is encouraged through Corporate Gray Online, www.CorporateGray.com. By pre-registering for this event, “cleared” job seekers will make their resumes available in advance to the participating companies and get the Employer Directory the weekend before the event.
*** SNA GWC Holiday Social – December 10, 2009
Location:
Sine’s Irish Pub
1301 S Joyce St
Arlington, VA 22202
Time: 1630-1800
Cost: No Cost to SNA Members and $5 for Nonmembers
Includes hors d'oeuvres and a ticket for one free drink.
Toys for Tots donations in the form of money or toys collected at the event.
RSVP Required: https://www.navysna.org/Events/HolidayParty/2009GWCHoliday.asp
*** “THE FIVE MOST DANGEROUS THINGS IN THE US NAVY”
A Seaman saying, “I learned this in Boot Camp…”
A Petty Officer saying, “Trust me, sir…”
A Lieutenant JG saying, “Based on my experience…”
A Lieutenant saying, “I was just thinking…”
A Chief chuckling, “Watch this &%-@!…”
*** The Surface Navy Association's Twenty Second National Symposium will be held at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City Hotel in Arlington, Virginia from 12 to 14 January 2010.
Online registration is now open at www.navysna.org using the National Symposium link.
Once on the site, please click on the registration tab. There are several registration options on this page.
Online registration will close at 1400 on Thursday, January 7, 2010. Anyone wanting to register after 1400 on January 7 must register in person at the Symposium.
Please email dgarrynavysna@aol.com if you have any registration questions.
*** Here are the DEFCON 1 jobs for this week:
1.) Military Analyst Lead/Future Force Training Support Analyst, Alion Science and Technology, Fort Eustis Bldg, VA
Job ID: 11059
Responsibilities
Future Force Training Support Analyst This position involves providing the Future Force Integration Team (FFIT), Integration Division, Training Support Analysis and Integration Directorate (TSAID) at ATSC with analytical support to address Training Support System (TSS)-related tasks, program reviews, strategic planning, and operations coordination.
Specifically, the position involves:
Coordinating and integrating actions with the Army Capabilities Integration Center (ARCIC), Future Force Integration Directorate (FFID), other TRADOC organizations, Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA), and other Army organizations, to provide system-of- systems integration of TSS requirements horizontally across the Future Force (FF) and vertically across the other DOTMLPF domains.
Conducting analyses of the Army¿s evolving training and leader development strategy to determine training and support capabilities for the Future Force.
Supporting on-going training support and integration initiatives associated with Brigade Combat Team (BCT) Modernization (successor to the now defunct Future Combat System [FCS] Program), Future Force Integration Directorate (FFID), Army Integrated Training Environment (ITE), and training and testing interdependency initiatives.
Documenting the results of Future Force TSS analyses into the TSS Master Plan and updating it for each POM cycle.
Qualifications
Is a self-starter, able to serve as an effective Action Officer, and who can receive initial guidance, then take ownership and run assigned project(s) with minimal additional input (save for periodic IPRs with ATSC and HQDA [DAMO-TRS] leadership).
Has knowledge of Army Training and Training Support.
Has excellent writing and briefing skills.
Possesses strong MS Office skills (especially PowerPoint and Excel).
Previous experience defining training capabilities and requirements and working with ARCIC and TRADOC is highly desirable.
Muist have or be able to obtain a a Department of Defense Security Clearance.
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: naval architecture & marine engineering; defense operations; systems engineering; modeling & simulation; information management & technology; chemical, biological, nuclear & environmental sciences; wireless spectrum engineering; and industrial technology. Based in McLean, Virginia, Alion employee-owners are located at major offices, customer sites and laboratories worldwide.
http://www.alionscience.com/erecruit/dsp_erecruit.cfm?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=11059
2.) E-9A Avionics Technician, ARINC Technical Services, Panama City, FL
http://www.simplyhired.com/job-id/iwnedxthcd/e-9a-jobs/
*** From Sarah Stewart :
Mr. Lundquist,
I heard about your website/newsletter from our new Communications Manager. We have two very hard to fill positions that we would like to include in your next newsletter. I have attached an abbreviated job description for both of them.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Thank you!
Sarah Stewart, SPHR, GPHR
HQ Employment Supervisor
ITT Systems Division
Office: 719-591-3529
Fax: 877-276-0448
LinkedIn Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahstewart7
3.) Technical Control Technician, ITT Systems Division, Qatar, Kuwait, Djibouti, Iraq and Afghanistan
POSITION SUMMARY: Operates, monitors, secures, and controls the physical, data link, network, and transport layers of strategic and tactical Communications-Computer Systems including connectivity to local and wide area networks, end-to-end telecommunications and circuit switching systems, long-haul transmission, and the global information grid. Performs, coordinates, and supervises their design, configuration, operation, restoration, and improvements. Analyzes their capabilities and performance, identifies problems, and takes corrective action. Operates cryptographic equipment. Fabricates cable assemblies. Performs control facility self inspections. Directs and makes operational adjustments to technical control and telecommunication transmission equipment to include but not limited to promina consoles (400/800) asynchronous Transfer mode (ATM) switching equipment, fiber optic modems and wide band radio equipment.
MATERIAL & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED:
Promina 400/800 IDNX Switching Equipment
Integrated Switch Multiplex Unit (SMU)
KIV-7/19 Trunk Encryption Device
Pair Gain and Canoga Perkins Fiber Modem
Deployable Ku-Band Earth. Terminal (DKET)
OC-192 SONET/SDH Mux / Demux
Alcatel ATM Fiber Equipment
CX-1500 CPE/Network Interface
TSSR Microwave Equipment
FIREBERD Communications Analyzer
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
All applicants must be U.S. Citizens and either posses, or have the ability to possess, a SECRET Security Clearance
Education: High school diploma required. Some college preferable.
Experience: Requires a minimum of 3 years operating experience in a military technical control facility or civilian equivalent within the last 10 years. TCF controllers are required to have a minimum of two years of experience working with Integrated Digital Network Exchanges (IDNX), specifically the Promina 200, 400 and 800 IDNX.
This position is currently available in Qatar, Kuwait, Djibouti, Iraq and Afghanistan.
For a more detailed position description and/or to apply for this job, please visit:
http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=591&ji=1816169&sn=I
4.) Electrical Engineer, ITT Systems Division, Camp As Sayliyah, Qatar
POSITION SUMMARY: Researches, plans, and designs of electrical systems for new building construction and building renovation projects. Coordinate customer's desire with needs and budget to determine feasibility of design approaches. Prepares or modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, and designs for project. Inspects construction activities to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, construction and safety standards. Uses (AutoCAD/Micro-station) computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
Education: BSEE is required, as well as a Professional engineering license.
Experience: 5 years working experience as an Electrical Engineer.
Must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
For a more detailed position description and/or to apply for this job, please visit:
http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=591&ji=2364489&sn=I
5.) Test Engineer Sr, Alion Science and Technology, Portsmouth, VA
Job ID: 11062
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree. Specialties in engineering or a related scientific disciplines are desired.
Combination of 10 years of operational military experience and/or Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) experience.
Experience and familiarity with Navy and Joint acquisition organizations, instructions, policies, procedures and documents.
Experience with development of Test and Evaluation Strategies, OT&E Frameworks, Test and Evaluation Master Plans, test plans, data collection plans, and test reports in accordance with DoD/SECNAV standards.
Ability to apply analytical methodologies to evaluate the operational effectiveness and suitability of combat systems, weapon systems, and combat support systems.
Desire Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification (any level) in Test and Evaluation.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite programs, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures used in test engineering.
A SECRET security clearance will be required after employment.
Responsibilities
Under limited supervision, designs and develops complex engineering standards and tests to evaluate the function of products and systems. Develops and implements procedures for product testing, reviews and evaluates test results, and recommends production or design changes to ensure quality and performance standards.
Provide direct support to a Commander, Operational Test and Evaluation Force (COMOPTEVFOR) Operational Test Director (OTD).
Perform review and analysis of DoD requirements documentation.
Develop Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) evaluation methods that integrate operational and developmental test requirements.
Plan, execute and assess operational tests in accordance with the requirements of current DoD acquisition directives.
Attend test and evaluation meetings and provide trip reports.
Draft test plans, reports and briefs.
Provide on-site test support as required.
Analyze data from test events, questionnaires, modeling and simulation and conduct data reduction.
Defines, documents, analyzes, performs, and interprets complex developmental tests for new and/or modified products or product components.
Plans, develops, coordinates, and implements complex engineering projects. Ensures the technical accuracy of the results obtained.
Performs complex analysis and trouble-shooting.
Evaluates progress and results of project and recommends new methods to improve project design, procedures and performance.
Prepares and assists others in the development of status reports, letters, technical memoranda, contact reports, technical analyses or other outputs needed.
Prepares and provides formal briefings to staff and customers and participates in technical discussions at project review sessions.
Provides guidance to less experienced Test Engineers.
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: naval
architecture & marine engineering; defense operations; systems
engineering; modeling & simulation; information management & technology;
chemical, biological, nuclear & environmental sciences; wireless
spectrum engineering; and industrial technology. Based in McLean,
Virginia, Alion employee-owners are located at major offices, customer
sites and laboratories worldwide.
http://www.alionscience.com/erecruit/dsp_erecruit.cfm?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=11042
6.) DRSN Operations & Maintenance Technician, Harris, Fort Greely, AK
http://www.employment.harris.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view-175103
7.) Military Analyst Principal, Alion Science and Technology, Alexandria, VA
http://www.alionscience.com/erecruit/dsp_erecruit.cfm?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=11061
8.) Communications Specialist / EKMS Manager, General Dynamics Information Technology, Portsmouth, VA
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=28694492
9.) MDSET M&S CPS Lead (E6), Integrated Defense Systems (IDS), Raytheon Company, Colorado Springs, CO
http://raytheon.rayjobs.com/frameset.html?goto=er-viewjob&refnode=1605444
10.) Systems Engineer/Software Developer, Non-Tactical Data Processing System (NTDPS), Progeny Systems Corporation, Groton, CT
http://www.hirebridge.com/jobseeker2/viewdetail.asp?joblistid=79166&cid=6343
11.) Program Manager III, IT&C FINANCIAL MGMT SVCS, SPAWARSYSCEN, JPM IS, Epsilon Systems Solutions, San Diego, CA
http://www.epsilonsystems.com/current_openings_details.asp?ReqID=21319
12.) Submarine Fleet Analyst, PACOM JIOC Submarine Analysis Group, L-3 Communications MPRI, Honolulu, Hawaii
http://www.clearancejobs.com/index.php?action=view_job&jobID=1241983&ref=juju
13.) Human Factors Engineer Asc, Alion Science and Technology, Boulder, CO
http://www.alionscience.com/erecruit/dsp_erecruit.cfm?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=11052
14.) Technical Writer, Senior, ManTech, North Charleston, SC
http://www.engineer-jobs.com/Free/GetStarted.asp?jid=21716002&aff=473EFCF0-7FB9-409B-833C-73E0BC7E3F8B
15.) Senior Analyst, DDL Omni Engineering Corporation, Pax River, MD
http://www.job-search-engine.com/job/000000001xocfw?track_from=emailjob&impression_id=3UNg_ELxQNyVau7HNwgNmA
16.) Intelligence Analyst Stf, Lockheed Martin, Florida
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?SID=^d7YwuY2I8IUsTYKfl/Q8jXl/f2I_slp_rhc_klOP/82CgALbdRKp722E0NMJ3akwNxZSn2u4TM0gJS4GWezQ_C_R__L_F_Jc159X9KNAD1IBiQXj46kQ_slp_rhc_nMZelOE4=&jobId=141750&type=search&JobReqLang=1&recordstart=1&JobSiteId=5010&JobSiteInfo=141750_5010&GQId=0
17.) F-18 Lead Mechanic, TS Government Solutions, RIDGECREST, CHINA LAKE, California
http://www.jsfirm.com/companydetail.asp?jobid=27533
18.) Diver, Computer Sciences Corporation, CSC, West Palm Beach, FL/Andros Island, Bahamas
Initial training will be held in West Palm Beach, FL. Ultimately this position is located on Andros Island, Bahamas.
Responsible for supporting the diving/ordnance for the AUTEC Project
Essential Job Functions
•Perform strictly limited “No Decompression” dives at a depth no greater than 100 feet of seawater while utilizing open circuit SCUBA and associated diving equipment to recover, inspect, repair, install, and remove devices from USN marine vessels and structures.
•Operate and maintain the diving air systems per OSHA Diving Air Standards.
•Operate and maintain diving equipment (tanks, regulators, mask, fins, etc.) as required to support diving operations.
•Operate forklift and overhead cranes per OSHA/NAVFAC standards.
•Operate and maintain underwater camera and video equipment.
•Operate and maintain the dive boat and associated support equipment.
•Assist in general torpedo and ordnance handling operations.
•Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Must meet eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain the required government security clearance.
Basic Qualifications
•High school graduate or equivalent.
•Four (4) years related experience working in military diving or OSHA commercial Air/Mix diving or related professional environment.
•Association of Commercial Diving Educators Certification or equivalent Military Certification.
•Certified NAVFAC forklift and overhead crane operator preferred.
•USN certified small boat handler or civilian equivalent preferred.
•Certified Red Cross First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation preferred.
•Qualified underwater photography experience preferred.
•Working knowledge of USN documentation for technical systems and reporting preferred. .
•Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel).
•Valid Drivers License and Passport will be required.
Other Qualifications
•Flexible, open-minded, and imaginative in adapting to change.
•Occasionally lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds of supplies of varying types.
•Excellent oral and written communication skills.
•Must be able to reside in remote location with limited medical facilities.
https://csc.taleo.net/careersection/cscexternalcareersite/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=498574&src=JB-202
19.) Defense nuclear weapons school facilitator, Defense Threat Reduction University, Northrop Grumman, Albuquerque, NM
http://albuquerque.olx.com/defense-nuclear-weapons-school-facilitator-iid-25022146
20.) Network Intrusion Detection Specialist (US Citizen & Top Secret Clearance), Symantec, Fort Irwin, California
http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/job-JYBM3WDE0JO-l-Fort_Irwin-CA-c-Technology?source=CP&rmpixel=
21.) Q -Cleared Executive Administrator, Information Technology Department at B&W Pantex, Aerotek Energy Services, Amarillo, TX
http://administrative.thingamajob.com/jobs/Texas/Q-Cleared-Executive-Administrator/1999856
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