Advanced Manufacturing Technical Specialist

Guidehouse•Tysons Corner, VA

About The Position

Join a high-performing management consulting team supporting important Department of Defense (DoD) customers across the globe. The Advanced Manufacturing Technical Specialist position is for an Associate Director that will join other advisory consultants and subject matter experts for Guidehouse Advanced Manufacturing capabilities, which includes research, development, and pilot demonstration for technologies that cover smart manufacturing, additive manufacturing, composites, highly conductive materials, cyber security for manufacturing, and materials for harsh service conditions. This Advanced Manufacturing Technical Specialist position will support the Guidehouse Technology Consulting and Defense Segment in the area of Advanced Manufacturing (AdvMfg). Responsibilities include : Oversees and assures program implementation/alignment and the development of methods and measures for reviewing and evaluating the efficiency of associated programs and the degree to which they are accomplishing their intended objectives. Work on complex problems to develop innovative solutions that resonate across DoD agencies. Recommends changes in AdvMfg legislation and policy to senior management based upon program experience and performance. This position will be located in the Metro DC area and will require travel to various CONUS and OCONUS locations as required by customers. Aligns AdvMfg deliverables across DoD organizations. Communicates AdvMfg efforts to DoD and commercial agencies; communicate those efforts back to all stakeholders. Participates in Joint AdvMfg working groups across DoD, as appropriate, to provide technical input to joint efforts. Aligns/recommends line of efforts direction, deliverables, and collaboration opportunities. Aligns DoD efforts and deliverables for qualification/certification of AdvMfg processes. Develops roadmaps and documentation supporting Qualification/Certification requirements and focus areas for DoD AdvMfg. Gathers all documentation and efforts on qualification/certification efforts across the Military Services, to include reports, roadmaps, and program direction to develop cohesive Roadmaps for qualification/certification. Drafts and coordinates briefs and reports for senior officers and executive civilians. Demonstrate the ability to work in a team and individual environments on multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrates the ability to mentor and guide junior team members in execution of their duties. Demonstrates the ability to manage projects efficiently and effectively.

Requirements

An ACTIVE and CURRENT SECRET federal security clearance ; or higher.
Bachelor's Degree in a Manufacturing-related field.
Eight (8) years of related work experience of related work experience, with a particular focus on client advisory or strategic planning within a professional services environment.
Must have expertise working with AdvMfg techniques (E.g., 3-D printing or Additive Manufacturing (AM) processes) as well as expertise in adjacent fields such as cybersecurity, intellectual property, and business process reengineering.
Working knowledge of DoD AdvMfg techniques and environment.
Experience with materials characterization and testing methods.
Experience with failure analysis and root-cause determination at all stages of product life cycle (development, processing/manufacturing, customer or field issues).
Apply engineering principles and expertise to solve important systems-related issues and create the internal mechanisms to reliably prevent recurrence (e.g., procedures, documentation, training, communications).
Collaborate across clients using technical analyses and business acumen to anticipate operational and strategic needs, creating news systems and processes as needed to provide successful decisions that impact the organization and the business.
Must be proficient in MS Office applications and possess advanced writing skills.
Experience managing business strategy and technology insertion projects in complex environments.
Excellent problem solving, project management, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis and the ability to link business strategy to performance.
Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients' goals.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in a Manufacturing-related field
Direct experience with DoD/Pentagon Staff work
Knowledge of DoD logistics and maintenance systems

Responsibilities

Oversees and assures program implementation/alignment and the development of methods and measures for reviewing and evaluating the efficiency of associated programs and the degree to which they are accomplishing their intended objectives.
Work on complex problems to develop innovative solutions that resonate across DoD agencies.
Recommends changes in AdvMfg legislation and policy to senior management based upon program experience and performance.
Aligns AdvMfg deliverables across DoD organizations.
Communicates AdvMfg efforts to DoD and commercial agencies; communicate those efforts back to all stakeholders.
Participates in Joint AdvMfg working groups across DoD, as appropriate, to provide technical input to joint efforts.
Aligns/recommends line of efforts direction, deliverables, and collaboration opportunities.
Aligns DoD efforts and deliverables for qualification/certification of AdvMfg processes.
Develops roadmaps and documentation supporting Qualification/Certification requirements and focus areas for DoD AdvMfg.
Gathers all documentation and efforts on qualification/certification efforts across the Military Services, to include reports, roadmaps, and program direction to develop cohesive Roadmaps for qualification/certification.
Drafts and coordinates briefs and reports for senior officers and executive civilians.
Demonstrate the ability to work in a team and individual environments on multiple projects simultaneously.
Demonstrates the ability to mentor and guide junior team members in execution of their duties.
Demonstrates the ability to manage projects efficiently and effectively.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend