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Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter

DEFCON 1 Newsletter for September 19, 2012

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“A person with a new idea is a crank until the idea succeeds. “

– Mark Twain

 

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.

 

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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.)  Program Analyst, MCR, Arlington, VA

2.)  Director of Government Contracts, Mercury Computer Systems, Chelmsford, MA

3.)  Program Specialist, MCR, Arlington, VA

4.)  RF Technician, Temporary Position, Mercury Computer Systems, Salem  NH

5.)  Promotion/Advertising Analysis Sr Mgr, Lockheed Martin, Washington, DC

6.)  Corporate Communications Representative Senior Staff, Lockheed Martin, Littleton, CO

7.)  Advanced Mechanical Engineer, General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems (GDAIS) Pittsfield, Mass.

8.)  Military Analyst Asc, Alion Science and Technology, Shaw AFB, SC

9.)  Systems Engineer, Support to AF DCGS System, MCR, Warner Robins, GA

10.)  SR PROOFREADER (12924), Oshkosh Defense, Oshkosh Corporation, Oshkosh, WI

11.)  Program Director – Advanced Military Vehicle Solution (AMVS), Textron Marine and Land Systems, Slidell, LA

12.)  Military Vehicle Mechanical Design Engineer, Cardinal Engineering Resources, Inc., Charleston, SC

13.)  D-ARST Field Service Representative (FSR), Radiance Technologies, Savannah, GA

14.)  Vehicle Mechanic, URS Corporation, Shelbyville, IN

15.)  ILS PROJECT LEADER (19302), Oshkosh Defense, Oshkosh Corporation, Oshkosh, WI

 

…and more!

 

 

***  Upcoming events:

 

***  Fleet Maintenance & Modernization Symposium (FMMS) 2012

 

September 18-19, 2012

Virginia Beach Convention Center

Virginia Beach, VA

 

Military-in-uniform can attend all FMMS 2012 activities, including luncheons co-sponsored by VSRA and TASC, at no cost. Registration is required.

 

https://www.navalengineers.org/events/individualeventwebsites/FMMS2012/Pages/ASNELandingPage.aspx

 

***  Join us at the 237th Navy Birthday Celebration

Dinner and Dancing

13 October 2012

Sheraton Premier Hotel, Tysons Corner, VA

Mark your calendars Now

 

Website: www.navybirthday.org

Email: navybirthday@aol.com

Phone: 703-960-6801

 

***  Combating Piracy Week  (23 – 25 October 2012, London) is the leading anti-piracy event with attendees from both the shipping and oil & gas industries all in one venue, and a faculty of over 45 expert speakers.

Visit: www.combating-piracy.com/register

Email: register@hansonwade.com

Don’t forget to quote your priority booking code SP4.

***  Ned’s upcoming travel:

 

18-22 September –  Istanbul, Turkey

24-28 September – La Spezia, Italy

22-26 October – London, UK

 

***  Please mark your calendar for the following Surface Navy Association events.

Greater Washington Chapter Events:

September 25 – Lunch
Register Online: https://www.navysna.org/Events/GWCLunch/2012/25September2012.asp

October 3 – Golf Tournament at Fort Belvoir
Register Online: http://www.navysna.org/Events/Golf/Fall2012/Index.htm

December 11 – Holiday Social at Sines
Registration will open in November

National Events:

January 15-17, 2013 – National Symposium
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Registration will open November 1

***  Here are the DEFCON 1 jobs for this week:

 

1.)  Program Analyst, MCR, Arlington, VA

 

THE COMPANY

 

MCR is the trusted leader in integrated program management solutions. For 35 years, we have provided objectivity, smart thinking and the highest levels of support to help our clients get the job done, and done right. Our vast experience and knowledgeable people are our greatest assets. Their subject matter expertise, commitment to excellence and the high quality of their work, combined with our full suite of services, allows our clients to accomplish their missions and support national priorities. Our corporate values are based on integrity, excellence, honesty, service and trust. It is through these values that we form long-term client partnerships, build expertise, and attract and retain talented employees. For more information about MCR, LLC career opportunities, please visit www.mcri.com.

 

Description of Duties:

 

•Assists the ONR Future Naval Capability (FNC) Program Manager with the preparation of program documentation including Change Requests (CRs), reports, spreadsheets, budgets, and briefings.

•Conducts financial database searches and runs reports using ONR’s NAVRIS (Naval Research Information System) and Navy ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning).

•Prepares or collects fiscal data on the program in response to inquiries and action items.

•Develops spend plans and updates plans based on inputs from ONR Program Officers and Principal Investigators.

•Assists with the preparation of FHP annual program budgets.

•Prepares spreadsheets to track the fiscal execution of the program against Command benchmarks.

•Responds to inquiries and resolves problems relating to financial management and/or acquisition issues.

•Provides input to RDT&E (Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation) Budget Item Justifications (R-2 Exhibits).

•Assists with execution of program funding by compiling proposal documentation including Human/Animal/rDNA use paperwork required to fund research efforts.

•Interfaces with ONR personnel and stakeholders in academia, industry, and government laboratories.

•Establishes and/or maintains necessary electronic and/or physical records and files.

 

Requirements for the Position:

 

•Bachelor’s in Business, Finance, or Accounting. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

 

•7 years relevant experience; 1 or more years experience running reports using NAVRIS, Navy ERP, or STARS and 3 years supporting Science & Technology programs (preferred) or 3 years supporting DoD acquisition programs.

 

•Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.  Knowledgeable on other MS office suite applications.

 

•US citizenship is required. Applicants selected will be subject to a Government investigation and must meet eligibility for the required Government clearance (Secret).

 

•Must be available to travel as required.

 

Compensation

 

MCR, LLC’s compensation and benefits package is very competitive. It is designed to help employees meet varying needs throughout their careers and to reward employee’s skills, experience, and potential.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

MCR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.  In addition, MCR participates in the DHS E-Verify program.    M/F/V/D

 

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MCRI&cws=1&rid=1202

 

2.)  Director of Government Contracts, Mercury Computer Systems, Chelmsford, MA

 

Responsibilities: Conducts the preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and management of government contracts and sub contracts with particular focus on commerciality/commercial item price reasonableness justification under FARs/DRARs. The Government Contract Manager is viewed as a subject matter expert. He/She prepares, negotiates and administers government contract and subcontracts involving commercially developed products and related services. Reviews and approves all contractual documents for protection of company’s contractual posture, satisfaction of government specifications and requirements and adherence to company policy. Advises management of contractual rights and obligations and provides interpretation of terms and conditions. Provides primary support for responses to government and customer requests related to price reasonableness and commerciality. Works with Company managers, and members of the Sales, Finance, Order Management, Supply Chain Services, Legal departments to manage all aspects of the contracting process. Structure, review, negotiate, prepare and administer sales, purchase, software licensing, intellectual property, and confidentiality agreements with defense prime contractor and government customers. Applies sound, experience-based judgment to obtain optimal contracting outcomes for the Company. Assists in the preparation of proposals for prospective customers and reviews and as necessary negotiates customer Purchase Orders and associated Statements of Work. Review, negotiate, modify, prepare, and approve customer requested representations and certifications. Ensure that Company agreements comply with Company policies and procedures, regulatory requirements, and other applicable specifications or requirements. Work with other members of the Legal Department to develop and update the Company’s template agreements. Advise business units and managers of risks associated with agreements. Obtain appropriate approvals for any deviations from Company policies procedures and forms.

 

Qualifications: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proven analytical and negotiation capabilities. Experience in government contracting processes that are relevant to Company’s operations, including FARs/DFARs, DCAA audit and review processes, rules and principles related to commerciality and commercial item sales to US government, data rights an intellectual property protection and all aspects of sales operations and contract administration. Ability to anticipate and respond quickly to business requirement. In-depth knowledge of commercial and federal contracts, including the drafting and negotiation of agreements as well as an understanding of the legal/economic basis for the terms of such agreements and the substantive implications of relevant terms and conditions and their variants. Ability to handle a high volume of contract-related tasks in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Strong attention to detail. Requires a minimum of 10 years experience in contracts. Bachelor’s Degree required, advanced degree a plus. Must be a US citizen with willingness and ability to obtain a security clearance.

 

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

http://www1.recruitingcenter.net/clients/MERCURY/publicjobs/controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=10921&esid=az

 

3.)  Program Specialist, MCR, Arlington, VA

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MCRI&cws=1&rid=1220

 

4.)  RF Technician, Temporary Position, Mercury Computer Systems, Salem  NH

http://www1.recruitingcenter.net/clients/MERCURY/publicjobs/controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=10888&esid=az

 

5.)  Promotion/Advertising Analysis Sr Mgr, Lockheed Martin, Washington, DC

https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25037&siteid=5010&jobid=255892

 

6.)  Corporate Communications Representative Senior Staff, Lockheed Martin, Littleton, CO

https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?jobId=238081

 

7.)  Advanced Mechanical Engineer, General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems (GDAIS) Pittsfield, Mass.

https://careers-gd-ais.icims.com/jobs/5422/advanced-mechanical-engineer/job

 

8.)  Military Analyst Asc, Alion Science and Technology, Shaw AFB, SC

 

Coordinates Mine Resistant Ambush Protective (MRAP) weapon systems requirements and reconstitution.  Provides expertise/advice on MRAP management to USAFCENT, AEF Center and Air Staff planners/managers.  Monitors, analyzed and assessed personnel requirements for vehicle mechanics supporting contingency operations.  Ensures proper status reporting on all deployed and in- storage MRAP weapon systems.

SECRET Clearance

Previous AFCENT experience highly desired

Logistics experience required

Vehicle experience highly desired

Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

https://recruiting.alionscience.com/index.cfm?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=15244&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1

 

9.)  Systems Engineer, Support to AF DCGS System, MCR, Warner Robins, GA

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MCRI&cws=1&rid=1219

 

10.)  SR PROOFREADER (12924), Oshkosh Defense, Oshkosh Corporation, Oshkosh, WI

 

11.)  Program Director – Advanced Military Vehicle Solution (AMVS), Textron Marine and Land Systems, Slidell, LA

https://textron.taleo.net/careersection/textron/jobdetail.ftl?job=67760

 

12.)  Military Vehicle Mechanical Design Engineer, Cardinal Engineering Resources, Inc., Charleston, SC

http://www.engineerjobs.com/job.php?jobid=118652

 

13.)  D-ARST Field Service Representative (FSR), Radiance Technologies, Savannah, GA

http://www.radiancetech.com/careers/hr9006.html

 

14.)  Vehicle Mechanic, URS Corporation, Shelbyville, IN

https://www.urs.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=71998

 

15.)  ILS PROJECT LEADER (19302), Oshkosh Defense, Oshkosh Corporation, Oshkosh, WI

 

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