Applies advanced technical concepts, techniques, and procedures to lead a
project team in the development of technical products. Identifies and
documents project functional requirements. Defines and organizes a proposed
project into the tasks and activities needed to solve the problems being
addressed. Schedules work to meet completion dates and technical
specifications. Regularly provides technical guidance and oversight to lower
level technical staff. Receives limited technical guidance and training from
more experienced technical staff.  Plans, results, and work products are
reviewed periodically by senior technical staff. Prepares and reviews input to
technical reports, status reports, letters, technical memoranda, contract
reports and formal briefings.   May author or co-author technical reports.
Prepares and provides formal briefings to the staff and project sponsors.
Leads technical discussions at project review sessions and in negotiations
with the project sponsor. Identifies opportunities for follow-on tasking for
current projects; develops related briefings, specific project proposals, and
works through appropriate channels to schedule presentation of these briefings
and proposals to prospective customers. Provides input and support to larger
intra-organizational proposal development efforts. May have some exposure to
and provide input to inter-organizational technical and business development
activities. Is recognized within the organization in one or more areas of
technical expertise. Complies with applicable quality and security procedures
in the performance of duties. Provides recommendations for improvements to
existing quality systems or applicable company procedures and guidelines.
Bachelor¿s degree in engineering or a related scientific discipline plus 5 to
7 years relevant work experience.  Master¿s degree preferred.  Degree(s) must
be in engineering, computer science, mathematics or a related discipline. In
some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than
ten years of applicable work experience.  Work experience may be adjusted
based on education, or highly specialized knowledge or uniquely applicable
experience for positions involving new technology or labor market shortages as
reflected by market survey data. Demonstrated command of engineering
principles, methods, and techniques in area of expertise. Advanced knowledge
of relevant tools, equipment, hardware, and software. Effective customer and
organizational level communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite programs, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Applicants must hold at least a secret clearance and eligible to obtain a TS
clearance. JITC & ATEC experience preferred.

Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged
to apply.

 U.S. Citizenship Required.