Technical Advisor – Space Systems and Technologies

Location: Arlington, VAExperience: 10+ yearsClearance: U.S. Citizenship required. Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance (or ability to obtain) required. MACH-20 is seeking resumes to fill SETA positions focused on space systems and technologies. Technical SkillsThe successful candidate will possess a comprehensive 10+years of experience in current state-of-art space systems and technologies. Specific technical topics of interest include development of space-based technologies, remote sensing technologies, radiation hardened materials, orbital dynamics, rendezvous and proximity operations, and robotics. The candidate will support government clients in technical oversight and direction of program management, assessment of performer progress, and coordination and execution of contract deliverables. A successful candidate will have experience with NASA, military space organizations, defense industrial base and/or national level space or defense policy. Desired Capabilities & CharacteristicsExpertise and strong interest in the above technical areasAbility to quickly learn unfamiliar areas needed to broadly support client goalsPersistence to find solutions (technical and administrative) when roadblocks seem insurmountableProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteProficient user of MATLAB including the Aerospace ToolboxDemonstrated attention to detailExcellent communication skills - both written (to include PowerPoint) and oralSelf-starter who is willing to both take the lead and provide support on a team in a complex, fast-paced, cross-disciplinary work environmentStrong organization skills with the ability to multi-task and respond to quick turn-around requestsFlexible and readily adaptable to changePrevious experience with supervising and executing multiple highly technical projects in parallel ResponsibilitiesCandidate will advise and assist in daily program management duties including meeting facilitation, schedule development, milestone reviews, and program documentation.Candidate will participate in new program ideation to include conducting literature reviews, crafting slide decks, refined technical storytelling, metrics development and transition planning.