Business Operations Specialist Technology Research & Training Program

Small Business Consulting Corporation•Shreveport, LA

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About The Position

The Technology Research & Training Program Specialist is a cross-functional role supporting SBCC's Technical Scouting & Vetting (TS&V) division, internal training programs, business operations, and government program management activities. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys rapid learning, synthesizing information, and building scalable processes within a high-paced environment.

Requirements

Associate Degree in management field, engineering field, program management, business operations, or other field related to this position description.
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain Secret clearance.
Strong research, writing, and synthesis skills evidenced by academic work, internships, etc.
Strong communications skills (oral, written)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, analytic tools, AI systems (ChatGPT/Grok/Other), learning-management tools (e.g., SharePoint, I-Solved, etc).
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree (GPA ≥ 3.3)
Prior internship in technical fields curriculum design, or defense consulting.
Exposure to DoD acquisition lifecycle or SBIR/STTR processes, and government contracting
Familiarity with FAR/DFARS clauses
Active Secret clearance
Basic computer coding skills (Python, SQL, Visual Basic, or similar)
Knowledge or experience with i-Solved (general web-based information management), and ASANA (program management software)

Responsibilities

TS&V Support Conduct rapid open-source scans of commercial technologies and emerging industry equities.
Produce concise technical summaries on various companies and technology areas that contribute to comprehensive technology field assessments Maintain tracking matrices of vetted entities, maturity levels, and investment signals.
Engage in cross-functional reviews with engineers, analysts, and subject-matter experts.
Training Program Development & Delivery Professionalize internal training curriculum across TS&V and PM divisions.
Maintain Develop, update, and version-control learning materials (slide decks, quick-reference guides, e-learning modules).
Manage cohort scheduling, enrollment, completion tracking, and feedback loops.
Adapt content to evolving DoD acquisition rules, new company processes, CONOPs, and contract-specific requirements.
Incorporate lessons learned from new business pursuits and contract kick-offs.
Coordinate Continuous Professional Development (CPD) series: monthly company-wide briefings on technical, leadership, or policy topics; external continuing-education partnerships; leadership workshops and refreshers.
Business Operations Scalability Support new-contract and growth activities associated with: labor estimation, business development, related tracking and programs.
Support development and maintenance of internal dashboards for labor forecasting, expenses, rates, and pipeline health.
Support ISO 9001 Initiatives to increase operating efficiencies, and streamline business processes.
Execute discrete projects assigned by the VP/Director (e.g., policy updates, tool evaluations, etc)
Assist with company travel management process Military Program Management Support Support PM functions as assigned in support of DoD program offices on SBIR, STTR, and CRADA efforts.
Prepare quad charts, status briefs, and monthly reports for PMs and contracting officers.