Senior Communications & Networks Engineer

Envisioneering • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

Envisioneering, Inc. is seeking a Senior Communications and Networks Specialist to support the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and its ongoing Science and Technology portfolio. The individual should have experience in technology development, technology evaluation, systems engineering and integration, and system optimization to address emergent Naval priorities as well as technical and operational expertise to assist ONR Program Officers in developing, managing, and executing portfolios that address priority Command, Control, Computing, Communications, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting (C5ISRT) Science and Technology (S&T) requirements.

Requirements

• Current TOP SECRET Clearance and eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Intelligence (SCI) or the ability to obtain a TOP SECRET Clearance and eligibility for access to SCI.
• Demonstrated expertise in commercial and military communications.
• Recent experience in the analysis and optimization of anti-jam, low-probability-of-intercept techniques, adaptive equalization, signal processing and bandwidth efficient modulation.
• Recent experience in commercial standards, networking, interoperability, network management and network security issues.
• Current understanding of Naval applications of space based communications and its applicability to broad Naval requirements.
• Recent experience in both combat system and C4I interoperability.
• Recent experience in coordinating S&T development efforts with program schedules, performing technology assessments, and/or maintaining technology deployment/transition agreements.
• Expertise in assessing current requirements to assist in identifying technology development opportunities to address capability gaps and developing technology roadmaps for the transition of S&T programs.
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from an accredited college or university in mathematics, engineering, physics, or related sciences plus 15 years of relevant work experience , or a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in mathematics, engineering, physics, or related sciences plus 20 years of relevant work experience , or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in mathematics, engineering, physics, or related sciences plus 25 years of relevant work experience.
• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• A Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret security clearance is at time of hire.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Please confirm in your cover letter or resume.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the transition of Naval R&D to the operational military.
• Experience in developing, coordinating, and supporting Navy S&T programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist ONR Program Officers in developing technology development programs and roadmaps to address capability gaps and “plan, foster, and encourage scientific research in recognition of its paramount importance as related to the maintenance of future naval power, and the preservation of national security.”
• Monitor and evaluate S&T efforts being funded in academia, government laboratories/warfare centers, and industry.
• Develop papers and presentations for a wide range of audiences from deckplate sailors to Congressional staff and Senior Executives that describe the S&T portfolio and specific projects within the portfolio.
• Present briefings in support of ONR Program Officers as needed.
• Work with ONR contracts to develop Statements of Work and requirements for potential S&T performers.
• Staff documents and briefings with appropriate Resource Sponsors and Acquisition Offices to gain program support and signatures as needed.

Benefits

• Envisioneering, Inc. offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k, Medical/Dental/Vision, FSA, Short Term, Long Term, AD&D and Life insurance, (employer paid), voluntary life, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Leave, Holidays and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree