Technical Advisor

QinetiQ US • Chantilly, VA

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About The Position

Join us in our fast-paced support to the Space Development Agency (SDA). Recognized as the Department of Defense's constructive disruptor for space acquisition, SDA delivers space-based capabilities to the joint warfighter to support terrestrial missions through development, fielding, and operation of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. SDA capitalizes on a unique business model that values speed and lowers costs by harnessing commercial development to achieve a proliferated architecture and enhance resilience. We are seeking a Technical Advisory to support SDA’s mission. Responsibilities include:

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or relevant technical discipline and 5+ years of related work experience
• Prior experience supporting space system development or the Department of War
• Prior experience preparing highly technical information for public presentation through web, social media, or visual products
• Hands on proficiency using MS Office Suite for Outgoing Product Development (e.g., PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Sharepoint) presentation development tools, principally PowerPoint
• Excellent written and visual communication skills
• Creative thinking skills
• TS/SCI Eligibility; #clearedjob

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or relevant technical discipline
• Prior experience expressing technical (STEM) concepts in plain language to non-technical audiences

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with subject matter experts and SDA leadership to support integration of technical info into SDA’s communication products
• Coordinate within SDA on technical matters, helping to “translate” complex technical concepts into plain language
• Develop and maintain external facing products (briefings, emails, factsheets, etc) with high standard and attention to detail
• Maintain understanding of technical and communication trends, both external and internal to SDA, and how they may apply to the agency’s messaging objectives
• Support SDA international engagements with technical input and products (briefings, written Q&A, diagrams, etc), coordinated across the agency for appropriate release
• Conduct information gathering and remain cognizant of internal developments to ensure timely and accurate information sharing
• Facilitate public release process, including security review for clearance of technical info/products before public release
• Incorporate feedback and input on product strategy and identify the best path to improve efficiencies
• Collaborate with Strategic Engagement Director to develop communication plans that support clear transmission of complex technical concepts and acquisition activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level