JRAD is seeking candidates for a proposal position supporting the OUSD.
This position is Pentagon, DC. Develops and utilizes simulations and models. Evaluates tools, technologies, architectures, models, and test results. Heads meetings regarding AI with external parties and internal business-embedded innovation teams. Collaborates with lead engineers to define subsystem requirements and acceptance criteria. Researches AI and financial services market conditions and assists in conducting feasibility studies to determine market demand for existing and new AI products or services. Remains fully informed on market trends and implements best practices. Configures, codes, develops and documents software specifications throughout the project life cycle. Works with integration and test teams to develop tools and methods for verification protocols and assess results..
Roles/Responsibilities:
- Ten (10) years of engineering experience
- Broad Technical Acumen: Ten (10) years’ experience working across a wide range of emerging technology domains such as: AI/ML, Quantum Computing, Biotechnology, Advanced Materials, Autonomous Systems (UAVs/USVs), Hypersonics, and Cyber.
- Technology Scouting & Assessment: Eight (8) years’ experience identifying and evaluating nascent technologies from academia, startups, and international sources.
- Red Teaming & Wargaming Experience: Eight (8) years’ experience planning and executing red team events, tabletop exercises (TTX), or wargames.
- CONOPS Development: Five (5) years’ experience developing Concept of Operations (CONOPS).
- Demonstrated ability to articulate how a new technology would be integrated into military operations—how it would be deployed, used, maintained, and supported from a practical standpoint . Military or DoW experience.
- Five (5) years’ experience interfacing with Joint Staff, Military Services, and warfighters to coordinate engineering and analysis needs and analytic results.
- Demonstrated experience with military or intelligence community red teaming.
- Additional technical background in one or more of the technical areas outlined in PWS Section 5.1.1 (TS/SCI (SAP eligible).
Required Skills and Education:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in web design, computer science, mathematics, or engineering.
Security Clearance:
- TS/SCI
When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!
JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
- Disability Insurance
- 401K Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in web design, computer science, mathematics, or engineering
- Ten years of engineering experience
- Eight years experience identifying and evaluating nascent technologies
- Eight years experience in planning and executing red team events or wargames
- Five years experience developing Concept of Operations (CONOPS)
- Experience interfacing with Joint Staff and Military Services
- Experience with military or intelligence community red teaming
- Additional technical background in outlined technical areas
- TS/SCI security clearance
What We Do
As a recognized leader in the Chemical and Biological Defense (CBD) community, we will continually strive to provide a distinguishably high level of innovative, proactive approaches in science and technology (S&T), test and evaluation (T&E) and engineering efforts to the U.S. Government, industry and academia. Through the application of subject matter expertise, JRAD personnel will separate themselves from other engineers and scientists by providing consistently high quality services and products at the best value to our customer. JRAD performs its mission through a framework of expertise, community structure, unbiased perspective and visionary leadership enhancing current and future readiness of the war fighter, first responder and civilian communities. JRAD personnel help transform defense objectives into defense achievements by supporting key decision-makers with sound judgment, reliable data and exceptional technical support.
