Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 27 October 2008

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SNA Wounded Warrior Project

The Greater Washington Chapter of the Surface Navy Association is

raising $30,000 to buy a modified wheelchair conversion van for

Operation Second Chance to transport wounded warriors in and around

Washington, D.C. to receive medical treatment and attend sporting events

and entertainment.

Visit https://www.navysna.org/Events/OperationSecondChance.asp to report

your contribution to Operation Second Chance.

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Where in the world is the Great White Fleet:

http://www.navy.mil/gwf/

Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for 27 October 2008

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Welcome to the latest edition of the number one Defense Career

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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. Test Engineer Sr, Alion Science and Technology, Pittsburgh, PA

2.) Program Manager – Defense / Aerospace, MPC and Company, Budd Lake,

3.) Biometrics Doctrine Writer, ASRC Communications, Ft. Huachuca, AZ

4.) Satellite Communications Engineer, Raytheon, Centennial, CO

5.) VH-71 Principal Experimental Test Pilot, Textron, Patuxent River,

6.) Aerospace Engineer III, AAI Corporation, Baltimore, MD

7.) Assembler Electronic B – Avionics, Eaton, Costa Mesa, CA

8.) Integrated Logistics C3 BD Director, Northrop Grumman, Herndon, VA

9.) Technical Writer/Editor, Science Applications International

Corporation, Washington, DC

10.) Logistics Analyst Lead, Alion Science and Technology, Washington,

11.) Logistics Analyst, Headquarters Pacific Air Forces (PACAF), Hickam

AFB, VSE Corporation, Honolulu, HI

12.) Senior Logistics Analyst, SRA International, Honolulu, HI

13.) Financial Analyst with Secret Clearance, Computer Sciences, Fort

Belvoir, VA

14.) Principal Computer Scientist (AIT-IID), BAE Systems, Arlington, VA

15.) PPandC Analyst with Security Clearance, Rockwell Collins,

Warrenton, VA

16.) Sr Risk Analyst- Secret clearance required, General Dynamics

Information Technology, Chantilly, VA

17.) Air & Missile Defense Radar, Johns Hopkins University Applied

Physics Laboratory, Laurel, MD 18.) IT Specialist- Experience in DODAF,

Global Security & Engineering Solutions, L-3 Communications, Reston, VA

19.) Ballistic Missile Defense Systems (BMDS) Analyst, Dynetics,

Huntsville, AL

20.) Ncr Site Systems Engineer 4, Boeing, Arlington, VA

21.) Information Assurance Engineer, DCS Corporation, Huntsville, AL

22.) Technology Business Consultant- Pre-Sales Aerospace & Defense,

EMC, Mclean, VA

23.) ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST, Naval Facilities Engineering

Command, CHINA LAKE, CA

*** And more.

*** From Rodger Dana:

“…Submariners like to boast that they can go anywhere they want

without being seen…”

Please see:

http://www.navytimes.com/news/2008/10/airforce_academy_sub_100208/

http://www.airforcetimes.com/news/2008/10/airforce_academy_prank_100408w/

*** Rodger Dana also sends this:

Transplant complete, attack sub floats again

http://www.navytimes.com/news/2008/10/navy_sub_surgery_102108w/

*** Greater Washington Chapter Surface Navy Association Wounded Warrior

Project

For the past two years, the Greater Washington Chapter of the Surface

Navy Association has conducted a campaign to assist our wounded

shipmates recovering at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda,

MD. We collected more than 800 DVDs for the Sailors and marines to

enjoy during their recuperation. The following year we collected funds

and donated 155 portable DVD players.

This year we want to do something very meaningful for those of our

shipmates limited in their ability to get out and around the Washington

area during their convalescence. We have determined that Operation

Second Chance provides many valuable services to military men and women,

and would greatly benefit from a conversion van equipped too transport

wheelchair patients in and around the D.C. area to attend sporting

events, concerts, and other wise get out and about.

This is an expensive proposition, but very important for those men and

women who are virtually stuck in the hospital. We have carefully looked

at Operation Second Chance and are very impressed with the organization

and the services it provides.

Therefore, SNA GWC is seeking to help OSC raise $30,000 to purchase a

conversion van modified by Adaptive Mobility Systems, Inc. (AMS Vans).

Please indicate your contribution at the SNA website:

https://www.navysna.org/Events/OperationSecondChance.asp

This will take you directly to the OSC website fundraising page for

donations. (When prompted “How did your hear about OSC?” click on

Surface Navy Association.) Your donation will be made directly to OSC,

but we want to track our progress so we can follow our progress to

attaining our $30,000 goal.

Our goal is to help OSC raise the $30,000 by December 15th. If we

exceed the $30,000, the additional funds will be available to OSC for

insurance, registration, maintenance and operating costs for the van.

Please be generous, and share this appeal with others who share your

concern for those shipmates who had made a very great sacrifice in

service to their nation and security and freedom everywhere.

For information about SNA, visit www.navysna.org.

For information about OSC, visit

http://www.operationsecondchance.org/About.htm.

(Some of you noted that Operation Second Chance had imposed a $50

minimum for credit card donations. I have since arranged to have that

dropped to $20.

You can start by checking in here:

https://www.navysna.org/Events/OperationSecondChance.asp)

*** From Geoff Fein:

Defense Daily's Open Architecture Summit is the only one of its kind to

bring together strategic leaders from government and industry for

insightful analysis into operational, funding, cultural issues and

opportunities surrounding the open architecture debate. Featured

speakers include Navy Sec. Hon. Donald Winter who will deliver the

keynote lunch address.

www.defensedaily.com/events/oasummit.html

*** The Greater Washington Chapter fall golf tournament is scheduled

for October 29 at Fort Belvoir. Registration is now open online at

www.navysna.org or at the following link:

https://www.navysna.org/Events/Golf/fall2008/2008OctoberGolf.asp

For information on GWC events, please email navysna@aol.com or call

703-960-6800 if you have any questions.

*** Here are the jobs for this week:

1. Test Engineer Sr, Alion Science and Technology, Pittsburgh, PA

Job ID 9317.

Qualifications

The Systems Engineering Operation of Alion's Engineering and Integration

Solutions Sector is currently accepting applications for a Senior Test

Engineer with a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related scientific

discipline plus at least 2 years of directly related experience.

Educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 10

years applicable work experience. Applicable work experience includes

operation, development or testing Naval amphibious systems and

watercraft. Experience with operational testing, DAWIA T&E certification

is a plus.

Responsibilities

Defines, documents, analyzes, performs, and interprets moderately

complex developmental tests for new and/or modified products or product

components. Creates testing plans and procedures for parts or

subassemblies received from outside vendors. Plans, develops,

coordinates, and implements moderately complex engineering projects.

Ensures the technical accuracy of the results obtained. Performs

moderately complex analysis and writes test reports. Prepares and

assists others in the development of status reports, letters, technical

memoranda, contact reports, technical analyses or other outputs needed.

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.

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.

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.) Program Manager – Defense / Aerospace, MPC and Company, Budd Lake,

http://www.jobscape.net/fdetailb.aspx?Job_ID=3709&t=Program%20Manager%20-%20Defense/Aerospace

3.) Biometrics Doctrine Writer, ASRC Communications, Ft. Huachuca, AZ

http://www.asrcfederal.com/ASRCfederalCareer.htm

4.) Satellite Communications Engineer, Raytheon, Centennial, CO

http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/job-JRVQZKX7JD4

5.) VH-71 Principal Experimental Test Pilot, Textron, Patuxent River,

https://textron.recruitmax.com/MAIN/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=24202

6.) Aerospace Engineer III, AAI Corporation, Baltimore, MD

http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?IPath=JRM&ff=21&APath=2.21.0.0.0&job_did=J8H30Y654B5NYXZQ4WV

7.) Assembler Electronic B – Avionics, Eaton, Costa Mesa, CA

http://cj.careers.adicio.com/careers/jobsearch/detail?jobId=12139277

8.) Integrated Logistics C3 BD Director, Northrop Grumman, Herndon, VA

http://careers.northropgrumman.com/ExternalHorizonsWeb/getJobPostDetail.do?sequenceNumber=162895

9.) Technical Writer/Editor, Science Applications International

Corporation, Washington, DC

http://www.hirediversity.com/jobseekers/jobs/view.asp?ID=2334796

10.) Logistics Analyst Lead, Alion Science and Technology, Washington,

Job ID 9321.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline plus at least 8 years of

directly related experience or a master's degree and 6 years of

experience. In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or

waived for more than 15 years applicable work experience. Work

experience may be adjusted for highly specialized knowledge or uniquely

applicable experience for positions involving new technology or labor

market shortages as reflected by market survey data.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft applications. A SECRET security clearance is

required.

Responsibilities

Provide logistics engineering research and analysis in support of the

Logistics Managers for the CG(X) Acquisition Program to include:

-Analysis of highly complex contractual documents, technical data,

customer usage data, customer maintenance practices, customer operation

characteristics, and related reports to determine requirements.

-Develop logistics plans for facilities, personnel, equipment, spares

and maintenance.

-Assists in the development of policies, guidelines, and procedures to

ensure quality and cost control. Assesses and recommends the

feasibility of proposed approaches to solve difficult problems.

-Prepares and presents reports, studies, cost analyses, and briefings to

staff and customers as needed.

-Leads technical discussions at project review sessions and in

negotiations with the customer.

-Researches state of the art logistics technology advances and applies

appropriate technology in order to improve logistics processes.

Provides high level expertise in writing proposals.

-Consults with management in resolving highly complex logistics issues.

-Provides guidance to less experienced Logistics Analysts.