Project Technical & Acquisition Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

• Support prototype development, maturation, and fielding.
• Assist government Program Managers (PMs) in development and execution across the program lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain program schedules, milestone trackers, and risk management frameworks.
• Coordinate and facilitate performer program reviews, technical exchange meetings, and stakeholder working groups.
• Prepare/create materials in support of internal program reviews, concept development decision processes, etc.
• Prepare/create technical and executive briefings for varied audiences (internal and external).
• Ensure program security and protection measures are defined, implemented, and adhered to in coordination with Program Security Representative(s).
• Provide critical program information (CPI) and inputs for program security classification guides (SCGs).
• Ensure security guidance is propagated to and followed by program performers and stakeholders throughout program lifecycle.
• Financial and Contract Management:
  • Budget forecasting and allocation to performers.
  • Prepare funding requests and associated documents.
  • Track obligations and expenditures to ensure compliance with financial metrics.
  • Prepare and review program documentation, such as Statements of Work (SOW), program work statements, and technical requirements documents.
  • Track program budget execution, monitor performer spending, and analyze to inform program plan and identify programmatic and technical impacts.
• Performer oversight and management:
  • Facilitate clear and consistent communication to ensure performer efforts are aligned with government requirements and program milestones.
  • Advise and assist performers with program management, planning, schedule.
  • Manage weekly battle rhythm of TEMs, update calls, etc.
  • Plan and manage program reviews.
  • Review all performer deliverables and provide feedback.
• Test and event planning, oversight and management:
  • Interface with Government POCs for test events and exercises.
  • Provide inputs and review test documentation (test plans, test cards, checklists, AARs, etc.).
  • Lead planning efforts in preparation for test events and exercises.
  • Plan for and manage security requirements for events (data handling, IATT, physical security).
  • Provide execution oversight during test events.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance at time of application.
• MA/MS degree in a relevant field.
• 10+ years of training and/or expertise in the areas of networking and data protocols, secure system design, interoperability, encryption standards and technologies, and/or understanding of associated field applications (such as reliability, survivability, and resiliency of military communications for various concepts of operations at tactical and operational echelons).
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Project, Excel and Word.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work with and lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Expertise as a senior level program analyst capable of working independently and quickly synthesizing technical and program management information into concise, actionable, and compelling briefings and documentation.
• Able to work full time in a Chantilly VA office within SCIF/SAPF spaces.

Desired Qualifications

• Operational experience in the areas of signals intelligence, electromagnetic spectrum operations, or similar battlefield/tactical missions.
• Proficient in program management (PMP Cert and/or DAWIA PM Level II) with ability to plan, develop, and refine scope of work, work breakdown structures, and cost estimates highly desired.