- Full Time
- Arlington, VA
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Blue Sky Innovators
Level of Effort (FTE): 0.5 FTE
Clearance Required: U.S. citizenship and active Top-Secret clearance, with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program eligibility, is required.
Description:
Candidates sought to provide laser or optics SME support. The successful candidate will support the DARPA program manager by providing technical advice and analysis of multiple innovative designs for Laser or Optical systems. A successful candidate will be able to work effectively in a team, and interface with both industry and National Lab personnel to advise on architecture and technology. This position will also include overseeing contract execution, coordinating and collaborating with Govt mission partners, and communicating status/results by preparing and delivering program briefings.
Requirements:
- 10+ years of relevant experience in laser, High energy laser or complex optical systems
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong communication skills – both written (including PowerPoint) and oral
- Strong organization skills with the ability to multi-task and respond to urgent requests
- Work on-site at DARPA HQ (Arlington, VA) daily
- Travel to support program up to 15% duty factor
Preferred Capabilities:
- Mission focus with enthusiasm for daily work
- Clear, concise, direct communication
- Interest in continuous learning and technical exploration
- Experience working at the Top Secret, SCI, and SAP levels
- Experience with DARPA project management
- Experience leading small teams on technical projects
- Experience and enthusiasm for technical brainstorming
Responsibilities:
- Manage execution of ongoing demonstration activities
- Participate in technical discussions and provide independent advice
- Organize and coordinate activities of a dispersed multidisciplinary team
- Develop technical documentation and briefs to communicate program status
- Coordinate stakeholder engagement across multiple national agencies and services
- Develop transition plans and relationships
Hourly range for the position is $70-$120/hr. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge.
Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified job seeker with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access http://www.blueskyinnovators.com as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, please email us at careers@blueskyinnovators.com and provide your name and contact information. Please note: this is only for job seekers with disabilities requesting an accommodation.
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