Department Head

Tactical Engineering & Analysis•San Diego, CA

1d•$120,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Department Head who can coordinate internal resources and manage the successful planning, execution and reporting of tasking for the Verification and Validation (V&V) project. The person to fill this role requires a solid technical background in Tactical Data Links and/or experience in Test and Evaluation, System Development and/or System Engineering of U.S. Navy Command and Control Processor (C2P) and combat systems.

Requirements

Solid technical background in Tactical Data Links and/or experience in Test and Evaluation, System Development and/or System Engineering of U.S. Navy Command and Control Processor (C2P) and combat systems.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Clear translation of thoughts into technical reports, plans and correspondences in methods acceptable to industry standards.
Excellent clear and concise verbal communication skills.
Active communicator, giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate.
Solid organizational skills including attention to detail when formulating written products/correspondence.
Ability to articulate situations, needs and requirements with management, assigned staff and customers.
Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
Solid organizational skills include attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
U.S. Citizenship is Required
Candidates must have an active clearance OR the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score).
Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in a STEM field preferred
Project Management Professional certification preferred
An active security clearance is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Coordinate internal resources and sub-contractors for the successful execution of projects.
Maintain and manage relationships with clients, sub-contractors and stakeholders of assigned projects.
Basic project knowledge and technical understanding and/or hands-on experience in department related field.
Knowledge of the associated DoD policies, procedures and processes required for proper implementation of project plans and milestones.
Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility and execution realism.
Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate techniques.
Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation to include detailed project plans to monitor and track progress of assigned projects.
Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques and communicate/report project status and needs to management and associated clients.
Develop existing staff capabilities, perform hiring and staff management functions in accordance with company policies.
Provide guidance to team members and monitor their performance, discipline and attendance on regular basis.
Develop processes and plans for staff technical and professional capabilities growth.
Assign project leads and work with subordinates to formulate team composition to ensure successful service delivery.