DEFCON 1 Newsletter for January 8, 2014

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Surface Warships 2014

 

Portsmouth, UK

January 29-30-31

 

http://www.surfacewarships.com/

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Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter

DEFCON 1 Newsletter for January 8, 2014

http://www.yourdefcon1.com/

www.nedsjotw.com

Issue # 346

 

“You are constantly invited to be what you are.”

– Ralph Waldo Emerson

 

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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.

 

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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When you learn about a job opportunity in the defense sector, such as a position that comes open with your company, you send me the title, organization, location, and a brief description; link; or contact information, and I’ll share.  This is a cooperative network.  That means everyone’s participation is required to provide job opportunities to share.

 

I never give out, rent, or sell my list, and neither does Topica.

 

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

 

1.)  AMCOM Express Program Manager, MCR, Huntsville, AL

2.)  Communications Manager,  Exelis Mission Systems, Colorado Springs, CO

3.)  Senior Management Analyst, MCR, El Segundo, CA

4.)  Marketing Campaign Specialist, ICF INTERNATIONAL, Fairfax, VA

5.)  C4ISR Software Engineers, Forward Slope, San Diego, Calif.

6.)  Software Engineer, Forward Slope, Charleston, SC

7.)  Acquisition Subject Matter Expert 2, MCR, El Segundo, CA

8.)  Senior Digital Electronics Engineer, FLIR Systems, Billerica, MA

9.)  Sr. Electrical Engineer, FLIR Systems, Goleta, CA

10.)  Mid-Level Software Engineer, G2 Software Systems, San Diego, Calif.

11.)  Software Engineer – Java Developer, Moebius, San Diego, Calif.

12.)  Mid-Level Java Developer, Geocent, Charleston, SC

13.)  Business Intelligence Consultant, Geocent, Tulsa, OK

14.)  RESEARCH ENGINEER – SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER — NUCLEAR Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio, Texas

15.)  ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST – SPECIALIST – RECRUITMENT, Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio, Texas

16.)  Engineering Aide, Areté Associates, Niceville, FL

17.)  Intern, Optical Engineering, Areté Associates, Tucson, AZ

18.)  Export/Import Licensing Coordinator (ELC), Raytheon Missile Systems, Tucson, AZ

19.)  Operations Manager – Mgr II Engineering, Raytheon Mission Solutions, Chantilly, VA

 

 

…and more!

 

***  Ned’s upcoming travel, maybe, perhaps:

 

January 17- 25, Stockholm, Gothenburg, Karlskrona, and Linkoping, Sweden

 

January 26-29  Helsinki, Finland

 

January 30-February 1, Portsmouth, UK

 

March 17-18-19, Accra, Ghana

 

March 25-26-27, Monterey, Calif.

 

June 2-3-4, Abu Dhabi, UAE

 

***  Navy Program Rewards Money-Saving Technologies

National Defense magazine

January 2014

By Edward Lundquist

 

http://www.nationaldefensemagazine.org/archive/2014/January/Pages/NavyProgramRewardsMoney-SavingTechnologies.aspx

 

***  The Power of Teamwork

International Partnerships Foster Better Relations, Enhance Regional Security

Seapower December 2013

By Edward Lundquist

http://www.seapower-digital.com/seapower/december_2013#pg54

 

***  Upcoming events:

 

***  Surface Warships 2014

 

Portsmouth, UK

January 30-31

 

http://www.surfacewarships.com/

 

The full agenda for Surface Warships 2014 has just been released and is available to download now at www.surfacewarships.com/brochure.

 

Ned will be conducting a workshop on modularity at this conference.

 

***  Coastal and Maritime Surveillance

 

March 17 – 20, 2014

Accra, Ghana

 

http://www.coastalsurveillanceafrica.com/

 

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

 

1.)  AMCOM Express Program Manager, MCR, Huntsville, AL

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MCRI&cws=1&rid=1755

 

***  From David Albritton:

 

Ned,

 

Happy New Year!  I hope you and your family had a wonderful holiday.

 

Below, I’d like to ask you to share this opening for a Communications Manager for Exelis Mission Systems, which will be based in Colorado Springs, CO and report to the Vice President of Communications for that business – retired Army PAO, George Rhynedance.

 

Thanks so much!  Have a fantastic 2014!

 

Sincerely,

 

David

 

David J. Albritton

Vice President &

Chief Communications Officer

Exelis Inc.

McLean, VA

 

2.)  Communications Manager,  Exelis Mission Systems, Colorado Springs, CO

 

The Communications Manager will assist the Communications team for Exelis Mission Systems in managing a broad range of communications activities for the division, to include marketing communications, employee communications, philanthropy, executive communications, social media, web integration, and program communication as well as domestic and potentially international trade shows. As a member of the Mission Systems Communications team, s/he is responsible for supporting and executing all communications activities that will support the company’s business objectives in accordance with the Exelis Vision and Values.

 

Applicants should be aware that in December 2013, Exelis announced its plan to spin-off Exelis Mission Systems into an independent public company by summer 2014. Following completion of the spin-off,

 

Exelis Mission Systems will be renamed and rebranded as a new, independent company that provides industry-leading facilities management, logistics and network communications services. As a pure-play services provider, the new company will capitalize on more than 50 years of experience delivering service solutions to a wide range of customers. With nearly 7,000 employees currently operating in more than 100 locations in 18 countries, the Mission Systems business is well-positioned to deliver a broad range of capabilities as an independent entity. From facilities management and full spectrum logistics support to operating and maintaining networks and communication infrastructure, the new company will leverage its reputation and decades-long track record as a leading provider of services to the U.S. government to offer a unique value proposition based on efficiency, operational excellence and cost-effectiveness.

 

MAJOR JOB ACTIVITIES:

 

•         Assist in the development and execution of a proactive social media strategy to enhance relationships with all applicable audiences, ensuring accurate coverage.

•         Manage social media presence to maximize synergies and enhance effectiveness of the communications function.

•         Broadly assist in the development and execution of long-range and annual communications strategies and plans that are aligned with the company’s business objectives, address both external and internal audiences, and are executed within the function’s budget.

•         Position the Exelis brand consistently and innovatively to all internal and external stakeholders in accordance with the corporate branding guidelines.

•         Draft and disseminate news releases, media alerts and other media materials as directed by the Mission Systems Communications team and in collaboration with corporate headquarters and other Exelis business divisions.

•         Provide content and design input as part of the management effort for the company’s external website, social media channels and employee intranet.

•         Partner with Exelis human resources and other functional departments to develop and implement communications plans for major company change management initiatives such as, open enrollment, IT implementations, diversity & inclusion efforts, ethics & values, etc.

•         This manager will also play a key role in event planning/management at the direction of the VP, Communications, including Town Halls, All Hands meetings, corporate visits and Board of Director/Program/CEO meetings.

•         Provide Communications expertise as a subject matter expert at appropriate employee training or meeting venues.

•         Other duties as required

•         Some travel required.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certifications: One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.

 

B.A. or higher in Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing or a related field.

 

Experience:

 

At least 5-8 years of work experience in communications. Knowledge of the defense and aerospace industry. Extensive knowledge of social media and website content development.

 

Skills:

 

Strong written and verbal communicator. Detail-oriented. Self-starter. Collaborative. Teamwork. Prioritization and planning. Customer Focus. Delegation. Integrity. Self and Talent Development. Strategic  thinker. Able to balance multiple priorities and to integrate into a small team. Must be a doer. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products a must

 

COVER LETTER & RESUME SUBMISSIONS:

 

Cover letters, resumes and all relevant background materials should be sent via e-mail to George Rhynedance, Vice President, Communications, Exelis Mission Systems:  george.rhynedance@exelisinc.com.

 

Note: attachments shall not exceed 5MB.

 

3.)  Senior Management Analyst, MCR, El Segundo, CA

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MCRI&cws=1&rid=1729

 

***  From STACEY PIPER:

 

Ned,

 

I hope you had a nice holiday!

 

I have a JOTW for you to promote next time around.

 

Thanks for your help promoting this & all the best in 2014 – Stacey

 

STACEY PIPER

Senior Director, Federal Marketing

ICF INTERNATIONAL

Fairfax, VA

 

4.)  Marketing Campaign Specialist, ICF INTERNATIONAL, Fairfax, VA

 

The Marketing Campaign Specialist will execute marketing campaigns designed to raise awareness of, build reputation for, and generate leads for the firm’s federal business. This position will work in partnership with subject matter experts, freelance writers, and marketing strategists to develop, implement, and measure campaigns to promote these offerings to target customers. The Marketing Associate must exhibit a solid understanding of general business strategy, industry issues, products and services offered, key customers, and competitors in the marketplace. The position also requires a keen understanding of the ICF brand to ensure that the marketing activities recommended and implemented have the appropriate tone, consistency and quality, and uphold the firm’s brand standards.

 

Key Responsibilities:

–              Plan and implement marketing campaigns developed by marketing strategists.

–              Execute numerous online and offline tactics, including e-mail, webinars, events, direct mail, online communities/social networking, mobile, SEO, infographics, video and other marketing touch

 

points.

–              Support the creation of marketing content, ensuring the highest levels of quality in writing, design, and production of deliverables.

–              Serve as marketing lead in managing, measuring, tracking, and reporting on metrics and to evaluate campaign effectiveness.

–              Create and deliver presentations on project goals and plans, including ROI.

–              Manage multiple priorities within scope and budget, for on-time delivery.

–              Research competitors and industry trends as well as example of marketing best practices to support marketing strategy development.

–              Exhibit a persistent, positive attitude to problem-solving and recognizes that goals are achievable, even with obstacles.

 

https://icfi.taleo.net/careersection/icf_prof_ext/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=1300003301

 

5.)  C4ISR Software Engineers, Forward Slope, San Diego, Calif.

http://forwardslope.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2wdpuzkc519

 

6.)  Software Engineer, Forward Slope, Charleston, SC

http://forwardslope.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2wdpuz8zzll

 

7.)  Acquisition Subject Matter Expert 2, MCR, El Segundo, CA

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MCRI&cws=1&rid=1721

 

8.)  Senior Digital Electronics Engineer, FLIR Systems, Billerica, MA

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH10/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=FLIR&cws=1&rid=5440

 

9.)  Sr. Electrical Engineer, FLIR Systems, Goleta, CA

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH10/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=FLIR&cws=1&rid=5861

 

10.)  Mid-Level Software Engineer, G2 Software Systems, San Diego, Calif.

http://www.g2ss.com/EmploymentOpp.htm

 

11.)  Software Engineer – Java Developer, Moebius, San Diego, Calif.

http://www.moesol.com/?q=careers/software-engineer-%E2%80%93-java-developer

 

12.)  Mid-Level Java Developer, Geocent, Charleston, SC

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH13/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=GEOCENT&cws=1&rid=1567

 

13.)  Business Intelligence Consultant, Geocent, Tulsa, OK

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH13/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=GEOCENT&cws=1&rid=1225

 

14.)  RESEARCH ENGINEER – SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER — NUCLEAR Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio, Texas

http://www.swri.org/HR/ViewPosition.asp?JobID=3208&Type=Exempt

 

15.)  ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST – SPECIALIST – RECRUITMENT, Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio, Texas

http://www.swri.org/HR/ViewPosition.asp?JobID=3213&Type=Exempt

 

11.)  Software Engineer – Java Developer, Moebius, San Diego, Calif.

http://www.moesol.com/?q=careers/software-engineer-%E2%80%93-java-developer

 

12.)  Mid-Level Java Developer, Geocent, Charleston, SC

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH13/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=GEOCENT&cws=1&rid=1567

 

13.)  Business Intelligence Consultant, Geocent, Tulsa, OK

14.)  RESEARCH ENGINEER – SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER — NUCLEAR Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio, Texas

http://www.swri.org/HR/ViewPosition.asp?JobID=3208&Type=Exempt

 

15.)  ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST – SPECIALIST – RECRUITMENT, Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio, Texas

16.)  Engineering Aide, Areté Associates, Niceville, FL

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH14/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ARETE&cws=1&rid=497

 

17.)  Intern, Optical Engineering, Areté Associates, Tucson, AZ

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH14/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ARETE&cws=1&rid=499

 

18.)  Export/Import Licensing Coordinator (ELC), Raytheon Missile Systems, Tucson, AZ

http://jobs.raytheon.com/jobs/export-licensecompliance-adv-job-tucson-arizona-1-4172079

 

19.)  Operations Manager – Mgr II Engineering, Raytheon Mission Solutions, Chantilly, VA

http://jobs.raytheon.com/jobs/operations-manager-mgr-ii-engineering-job-chantilly-virginia-1-4172075

 

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