c-UAS Technical Expert and Strategic Advisor

Responsibilities

At Noblis, we have excellent teams of smart, collaborative, proactive experts and professionals. We are actively seeking personnel to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment, and integrity to successfully support the strategic goals of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

At DHS, our team is supporting development, acquisition, and deployment of cUAS technologies. This position will provide strategy and planning, operations, test and evaluation, training, and research and development support to the cUAS executive leadership team.

This position requires staff to be in-person at the DHS client site in Washington, DC (Anacostia metro station) and at additional locations in the National Capital Region as needed in accordance with the requirements of the contract five (5) days per week. By applying for this position, you acknowledge that working onsite is a requirement of this position and you will be readily available to do so.

Role functions may include:

• Partnering with government stakeholders to develop strategy and processes for enabling development, acquisition, training, and deployment of cUAS technologies.
• Preparing technical and programmatic briefing materials to the specifications of leadership, tailored to the appropriate audience, ranging from technical experts, organizational leaders, stakeholders and partners, and the general public
• Providing regular updates to leadership on the status of efforts, stakeholders, events, and accomplishments
• Participating in meetings with senior stakeholders including DHS leaders, interagency partners, and private-sector vendors, to record and distribute minutes and action items, and increase efficiency and productivity
• Monitoring project performance and reviewing deliverables to ensure technical, programmatic, and financial goals and objectives are met and identify possible program risks.
• Assisting with the development and administration of contracts, to include tasks such as: development of solicitation material, administration of source selection reviews, and assessment of technical solutions.
• Developing procurement packages, and their associated elements, to fund specific activities.
• Developing budget execution plans that enable S&T objectives
• Organizing, directing, and coordinating planning and production of all activities associated with assigned task order projects.
• Providing data collection and analyses of user requirements of existing and emerging systems, capabilities, and technologies.
• Performing routine tasks including, but not limited to, scheduling, writing internal memos, maintaining and updating Program Management records, filing, intranet website maintenance, preparing and reviewing presentations, records maintenance, and coordinating daily operations of the assigned program.
• Assisting with planning technology transitions to the respective operational customer.
• Attending meetings, workshops, conferences, and program reviews at the direction of the program or project manager to provide programmatic and technical review, record meeting minutes, and contribute to the program management dialogue with performers.
• Providing assistance in managing and responding to program-aligned Executive Secretary data calls, compiling information, and preparing information for reporting to senior leadership.
• Supporting the identification, assessment, evaluation, and testing of existing and emerging technologies, systems, and capabilities, including: coordination with related government, academic, and industry programs; attending meetings and symposia; coordinating meetings and programs reviews; and supporting program advocacy including development and production of presentation materials.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree and 5 years of relevant experience. Or Equivalent credits/certifications and 10 years of relevant experience.
• Eligibility to receive DHS Suitability.
• TOP SECRET clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Degree in and/or experience in systems, electrical, or other relevant engineering discipline, or prior experience with radar systems, signal processing, RF detection, electronic warfare, drone technology, and counter-drone solutions.
• Demonstrated experience providing program management and analytical support to programs and projects serving DHS Mission Areas.
• DAWIA Certification
• Experience in design, development, testing, fielding, and sustainment of a Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (CUAS)
• Experience facilitating resolution of customer requirements/needs, including helping to identify and document capability gaps, formulate and develop solutions, and participate in and contribute to strategic discussions.
• Experience monitoring project development performance and reviewing deliverables to ensure technical, programmatic and financial goals and objectives are met and identify possible program risks.
• Experience providing compelling and constructive guidance to leadership to ensure objectives are met.
• Excellent written skills, communication, collaboration, and presentation skills. Proven results-oriented problem-solving abilities. Experience with presentation graphics and/or spreadsheet tools.
• Experience with project tracking, collaboration, and work management tools such as Excel, Sharepoint, PowerBI, and MS Teams.
• Experience providing guidance, feedback, and consulting services to federal program managers or similar roles.
• Experience developing effective communication materials such as presentations, memos, and project plans.
• Experience developing and maintaining budgets and prioritizing resources.
• Ability to work in a dynamic team-oriented environment, demonstrate teamwork and initiative, and function productively in the face of new assignments and the re-prioritization of existing assignments.
• Experience preparing and reviewing presentations, reports, project schedules and weekly status inputs.
• Experience supporting the development and production of architectures, organizational charts, and operations plans and procedures, to include program Standard Operating Procedures.
• Experience supporting DHS components and agencies either operationally or through project management.
• Active Security Clearance and DHS Suitability are preferred.

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI , and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

Why work at a Noblis company?

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards . Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

* Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us .

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $132,900.00 - USD $207,750.00 /Yr.