Technical Engineering Collaborator

Idaho National Laboratory•Idaho Falls, ID

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring an experienced Technical Collaborator to work alongside engineers, researchers, scientists, analysts, and facility managers in troubleshooting technical issues, conducting analysis during design and development, developing strategies, and creating documentation for research projects as part of our Wireless Research team. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of Idaho Falls, ID with every other Friday off. This role sits at the intersection of technical research and mission execution — translating scientific objectives as a technical professional in offering solutions to everyday issues that deliver real-world impact for national security and critical infrastructure protection. Success here requires a practitioner’s understanding of scientific principles and wireless research lifecycles, from initial concept and proposal development through proof-of-concept, prototype, and technology transition. This exciting position requires technical project and business leadership skills, to include planning, coordinating, and driving project activities for various sponsors. The person in this position is expected to: Have broad expertise and unique knowledge leading multi-disciplinary teams focused on wireless communication projects. Have extensive experience managing or working in DoD and Special Operations planning efforts to serve as INL spokesperson for developing advanced ideas and driving development of advanced solutions in this area. Be self-starter who can provide true project/program leadership and vision for rapidly growing mission area. Facilitate the integration, synchronization, and coordination of requirements to internal and external DoD organizations to help address mission gaps.

Requirements

Genuine fluency in wireless technology
Project Management Skills: Demonstrated ability to plan, execute, and oversee complex projects
Technical Skills: In-depth understanding of technical concepts and communications technologies is preferred
Communication Skills: Demonstrate subject matter expertise and communication skills to interface with all levels of sponsor management and for project deliverable quality and integrity
Ability to effectively convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Capable of handling multiple priorities and managing competing demands effectively
Proven ability to work as a member of a team as well as autonomously without close supervision
Experience with RF Communications
Experience working with US DoW
US DoW Special Operations and Acquisition Experience a plus
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
A high level of drive and energy, with a strong results orientation
Strong attention to detail
Creative problem-solving, initiative and excellent customer service skills
Knowledge and interest in electronic communications and information technology
Experience working in a design and development environment
Exercise independent judgment as well as a high level of analytical skill in solving technical, administrative, and managerial problems
Bachelor of Science degree in a technical field from an accredited institution and 5 years of experience OR Master's and 2 years or PhD
Depending upon scope of work and assigned directorate, related experience may be considered in lieu of degree. Related experience in lieu of degree may require a closely related associates degree, certification, license, or specialized training/designation or a HS Diploma or equivalent and 11 years of experience
Relevant experience commensurate with level
Obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” level security clearance
U.S. citizenship
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Testing Designated Position

Nice To Haves

Military Experience
Prior experience leading teams with multifaceted strengths, establishing critical deliverables, and implementing program management processes
Prior experience working as a DoD action officer, working with Joint staff departments, and briefing senior leadership teams is desired
Comfortable operating in inter-governmental, inter-agency environments
Ability to understand high government level directives and understand/articulate how INL capabilities support and enable those initiatives
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models

Responsibilities

Troubleshooting technical issues
Conducting analysis during design and development
Developing strategies
Creating documentation for research projects
Support work that spans cellular network security, RF sensing, spectrum analysis, electronic warfare, and next-generation communication systems
Understand what researchers are building, what sponsors need, and how to bridge those two worlds under the constraints of federal research programs
Technical project and business leadership skills, to include planning, coordinating, and driving project activities for various sponsors
Lead multi-disciplinary teams focused on wireless communication projects
Serve as INL spokesperson for developing advanced ideas and driving development of advanced solutions
Provide true project/program leadership and vision for rapidly growing mission area
Facilitate the integration, synchronization, and coordination of requirements to internal and external DoD organizations to help address mission gaps
Plan, execute, and oversee complex projects
Interface with all levels of sponsor management and for project deliverable quality and integrity
Effectively convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders
Handle multiple priorities and manage competing demands effectively
Work as a member of a team as well as autonomously without close supervision
Exercise independent judgment as well as a high level of analytical skill in solving technical, administrative, and managerial problems
Simultaneously address multiple complex tasks to meet commitments while maintaining quality of work and a professional interface
Travel internationally to support assigned programs and projects
Lead teams with multifaceted strengths, establishing critical deliverables, and implementing program management processes
Work as a DoD action officer, working with Joint staff departments, and briefing senior leadership teams
Operate in inter-governmental, inter-agency environments
Understand high government level directives and understand/articulate how INL capabilities support and enable those initiatives
Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Monitor/Assess performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Apply principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
Apply a general rule to specific problems to produce answers that make technical sense
Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions