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Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter

DEFCON 1 Newsletter for March 6, 2013

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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.)  Administrative Assistant, MCR, Arlington, VA

2.)  Test and Evaluation Manager, MCR, Wright Patterson AFB, OH

3.)  RF Technicians, DRS Technologies, Inc., Fort Walton Beach, FL

4.)  Engineering Leadership Development Program (ELDP)-Controls, BAE System, Endicott, NY

5.)  Engineer, Associate, ManTech, Sierra Vista, AZ

6.)  Financial Management Analyst, MCR, Dayton (Fairborn), OH

7.)  All Source Geo/Political Analyst for 547th IS, Global Resource Solutions, Inc., Las Vegas, NV

8.)  Avionics Sensor / Weapons Integration Engineer(13001468), Northrop Grumman, El Segundo, CA

9.)  Cyber Intelligence Analyst 4 (Requisition ID: 13003611), Northrop Grumman, Chantilly, VA

10.)  AF Civil Engineer (Expeditionary), AFCEC, Readiness Support Division, J. M. Waller Associates, Inc.,

Tyndall AFB, Florida

11.)  Engineer, Infrastructure Assessments (IA), J. M. Waller Associates, Inc., Barksdale AFB, LA

12.)  Site Mission Coordinator / UAS Operator – Level 4, Insitu, Bingen, WA

13.)  Mechanical Engineer, Insitu, Hood River, OR

14.)  Mult Func Fin Analyst Asc, Lockheed Martin, Moorestown, New Jersey

15.)  Systems Engineer Asc, Lockheed Martin, Orlando, Florida

16.)  Director of Training – Systems and Services (Program/Project Management Experience Preferred)-212672, AAI Logistics and Technical Services (LTS), Textron, Goose Creek, SC

17.)  Intelligence Trainer – Embedded Mentors DCGS–A, Overwatch Systems Limited, Textron, Fort Bliss, TX

18.)  DCGS-A Field Engineer, Journeyman, ManTech Int’l Corp., Fort Shafter, HI

19.)  Systems Engineer, Jacobs Technology, Huntsville, AL

20.)  Solid Rocket Motor Technician, Jacobs Technology, Huntsville, AL

21.)  Division Communications Manager, ATK Armament Systems (AS), Independence, MO

22.)  Engineer IV, Design Job, ATK, Mesa, AZ

 

 

 

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

 

1.)  Administrative Assistant, MCR, Arlington, VA

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MCRI&cws=1&rid=1436

 

2.)  Test and Evaluation Manager, MCR, Wright Patterson AFB, OH

 

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:

 

The incumbent shall accomplish test and evaluation tasks as necessary to support day-to-day FMS operations within the Simulator Division. The incumbent shall be capable of independently performing the most complicated and technical test and evaluation tasks to include:

•Assist in the designing, planning, execution, analysis and reporting phases of test and evaluation programs (including any applicable FAA certifications and procedures) to assess the performance of aeronautical systems, subsystems and equipment, as they progress through the various acquisition phases and milestones.

•Recommend, assess, and analyze test and evaluation strategies, requirements and objectives.

•Recommend and assess test data requirements necessary to meet program test objectives within program cost and schedule constraints.

•Provide recommendations to the Government on integrated data processing, software and analysis considerations.

•Prepare, maintain, update, and review the full range of test and test-related documentation for adequacy, specification/performance requirement compliance, conformity with mandatory guidance, and provide recommendations as necessary for improvement.

•Propose and coordinate detailed test plans and programs to include determination of objectives, schedules and cost.

•Interface and coordinate with lateral Wright Patterson organizations, i.e. headquarters, major commands, aircraft wings/squadrons, test agencies and Air Force Centers or other external agencies as required to accomplish assigned tasks:

•Participate in Value Stream Mapping activities and Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century (AFSO21) Program Facilitation, understand the AFSO21 initiative and shall be able to apply and facilitate performance improvement events and actions, and provide any process improvement recommendations to include on-site test facility improvements to government officials.

•Assist in scheduling and securing required test resources in support of project/program office objectives and  provide assistance to schedule data collection support, provide data sufficiency evaluations, and necessary recommendations on adequacy of data collection methodology, instrumentation, and procedures, format data to facilitate computer processing and analysis, and perform first and second generation data reduction.

•Perform tradeoff studies and recommend alternative test strategies and approaches to the government and participate in integrated test teams, test readiness reviews and other test related program events as necessary by:.

•Assisting in the determination of capability and availability of major DoD and civilian test resources and facilities.

•Monitoring, assessing status, and reporting on test and evaluation efforts of any and all types of systems at both weapon system contractor and government facilities.

•Performing data analysis using modeling and simulation techniques, models, computer simulations or other tools/methods and using analysis results to recommend changes in testing techniques, procedures, and/or to identify.

 

Requirements for the Position:

•Active Secret security clearance required.

•Ten years of acquisition experience, five of which were directly involved in a aeronautical weapon system acquisition logistics.

•Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required; Master’s degree.

 

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. M/F/V/D

 

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MCRI&cws=1&rid=1434

 

3.)  RF Technicians, DRS Technologies, Inc., Fort Walton Beach, FL

https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/career?company=drs&career_ns=job_listing&career_job_req_id=17530

 

4.)  Engineering Leadership Development Program (ELDP)-Controls, BAE System, Endicott, NY

http://www.applyhr.com/26986245

 

5.)  Engineer, Associate, ManTech, Sierra Vista, AZ

https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?SID=&jobId=1019429

 

6.)  Financial Management Analyst, MCR, Dayton (Fairborn), OH

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MCRI&cws=1&rid=1432

 

7.)  All Source Geo/Political Analyst for 547th IS, Global Resource Solutions, Inc., Las Vegas, NV

https://grsco.applicantpro.com/jobs/l/20304-12198.html

 

8.)  Avionics Sensor / Weapons Integration Engineer(13001468), Northrop Grumman, El Segundo, CA

https://ngc.taleo.net/careersection/ngc_pro/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=239366

 

9.)  Cyber Intelligence Analyst 4 (Requisition ID: 13003611), Northrop Grumman, Chantilly, VA

https://ngc.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=277966

 

10.)  AF Civil Engineer (Expeditionary), AFCEC, Readiness Support Division, J. M. Waller Associates, Inc.,

Tyndall AFB, Florida

http://jmwaller.hrmdirect.com/employment/view.php?req=116031l

 

11.)  Engineer, Infrastructure Assessments (IA), J. M. Waller Associates, Inc., Barksdale AFB, LA

http://jmwaller.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=96201

 

12.)  Site Mission Coordinator / UAS Operator – Level 4, Insitu, Bingen, WA

https://jobs-insitu.icims.com/jobs/2070/job

 

13.)  Mechanical Engineer, Insitu, Hood River, OR

https://jobs-insitu.icims.com/jobs/2073/job

 

14.)  Mult Func Fin Analyst Asc, Lockheed Martin, Moorestown, New Jersey

http://lockheedmartin.jobs/moorestown-nj/mult-func-fin-analyst-asc/34912130/job/

 

15.)  Systems Engineer Asc, Lockheed Martin, Orlando, Florida

http://lockheedmartin.jobs/orlando-fl/systems-engineer-asc/34654780/job/

 

16.)  Director of Training – Systems and Services (Program/Project Management Experience Preferred)-212672, AAI Logistics and Technical Services (LTS), Textron, Goose Creek, SC

https://textron.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=111600

 

17.)  Intelligence Trainer – Embedded Mentors DCGS–A, Overwatch Systems Limited, Textron, Fort Bliss, TX

https://textron.taleo.net/careersection/textron/jobdetail.ftl?job=126220

 

18.)  DCGS-A Field Engineer, Journeyman, ManTech Int’l Corp., Fort Shafter, HI

https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?jobId=1067697

 

19.)  Systems Engineer, Jacobs Technology, Huntsville, AL

https://jacobsexternal-jacobstechnology.icims.com/jobs/12512/job

 

20.)  Solid Rocket Motor Technician, Jacobs Technology, Huntsville, AL

https://jacobsexternal-jacobstechnology.icims.com/jobs/12491/job

 

21.)  Division Communications Manager, ATK Armament Systems (AS), Independence, MO

 

ATK Armament Systems (AS) is world’s largest supplier of small-caliber ammunition for the military, law enforcement and shooting sports markets. We are a leader in medium caliber systems, advanced propellants and energetics, and tactical systems.

 

Division Communications Manager

 

The ATK Division Communications Manager performs day-to-day, “hands-on” management and execution of external and internal communications activities supporting the priorities of the Small Caliber Systems division.

 

Reporting. The Communications Manager reports directly to the Vice President and General Manager for the Small Caliber Systems division. The Communications Manager works closely with the SCS division leadership team to drive communications initiatives aimed at achieving business goals and objectives. The Communications Manager reports functionally (dotted line) to the ATK Defense Group Communications Director, to ensure that communications plans, priorities and activities are coordinated, and align with the vision, mission, priorities and goals of the Defense Group and ATK Corporate.

 

Requirements. This position requires a well-rounded communications generalist with proven results in successfully applying effective external and internal communications solutions. The Communications Manager is expected to plan, manage and execute in fast-paced and complex environments involving multiple organizations, deadlines, conflicting priorities and simultaneous projects. Initiative, motivation to continually improve, collaboration and the ability to tactfully and professionally exert influence are key enablers of success. The position will be based in Independence, Missouri. Occasional travel to Corporate and other Defense Group division site locations and/or trade show venues is required.

 

Roles and Responsibilities.

 

A key focus of this position is to raise the visibility and awareness of the division’s programs/capabilities with customers, the industry and the media. This is accomplished through proactive planning and execution of external communications activities encompassing public relations, media relations, advertising, marketing communications and community outreach, as well as coordinating messaging, graphics, brand alignment and marketing collateral for domestic and international tradeshows. This focus will be executed in collaboration and cooperation with division Business Development leaders.

 

An equal focus is to develop and execute internal communications programs that effectively inform, align and engage employees in the workplace. This includes preparing and disseminating employee communications materials in support of business objectives, campaigns, events, workforce issues and crisis communications. Examples include, but are not limited to, leader messages, employee presentations, all hands meetings, internal articles, intranet content management, social media platforms and other internal communications vehicles. This focus will be executed in collaboration and cooperation with division Human Resources leaders.

 

Key responsibilities include:

– Research, plan, execute and measure activities encompassing public relations, media relations, internal communications, marketing communications, advertising, community relations and crisis communications.

– Coordinate responses to media inquiries, support media interviews and act as spokesperson when designated.

– Develop, edit and coordinate approvals for news releases, talking points, product data sheets, visual media products, internal stories, organizational announcements and presentations.

– Support planning, messaging, collateral development and brand alignment for campaigns, programs, tradeshows and events.

– Develop content and coordinate placement on internal and external websites, and social media platforms.

– Support crisis communications planning and response.

– Foster and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

 

Education: and Experience.

– Bachelor’s degree in Communications, PR, Journalism or related field.

– Minimum 8 years current and direct related experience in managing and executing external and internal communications programs.

– Experience in planning, executing and measuring effectiveness of communications programs and activities.

– Knowledge and experience in communications principles, theory, planning processes, execution tactics and a variety of communications platforms (e.g., print, digital, visual, verbal, social, etc).

– Outstanding writing, verbal communications, presentation and project management skills.

– Working knowledge of Associated Press style.

– Demonstrated expertise writing for web and print.

– Inclusive, team player with proven ability to collaborate and problem solve.

 

Desired Travel: less than 25%

Group: Defense

Expertise: Communications

Education: Bachelors

Job Type: Full Time

Location: MO-Independence

Years of Experience: 8-10 Years

 

ATK has the people, strategy, agility, and products to thrive in a highly dynamic national security and space environment. If you are a dynamic, successful, driven professional, ATK is the company that will further your experience and career growth. We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including, medical, dental, 401k, tuition reimbursement, and much more. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

M/F/V/D

 

http://www.atk-jobs.com/job/Independence-Division-Communications-Manager-Job-MO-64050/2402972/

 

22.)  Engineer IV, Design Job, ATK, Mesa, AZ

http://www.atk-jobs.com/job/Mesa-Engineer-IV%2C-Design-Job-AZ-85201/2240908/

 

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