Senior Hypersonic Analyst (SETA)

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ US is seeking Hypersonic expert to support technical projects for a government client. The highly motivated candidate will provide leadership and guidance through knowledge, experience, and their ability to effectively manage and oversee current and emerging Research, Development and Technology hypersonic projects. The candidate will help identify critical warfighter needs, initiate new projects, and provide program management and technical expertise in project execution to deliver impactful capability to the warfighter quickly.

The Hypersonic Analyst System Engineering, Technical and Administrative (SETA)’s primary responsibilities are to guide and support multiple programs through development and expansion into additional mission sets. Responsibilities will include program management, engagements with performers, Program Executive Office (PEO) and Combatant Command (COCOM) partners.  Additionally, this will include leading multi-disciplinary, multi-agency integrated product team and providing critical advice to the Government Program Manager when gaps are identified.  This position will also lead program engagements with multiple Services to foster program integration and operationalization.  

Responsibilities

• Interact with Service or Defense Agency Program Offices to leverage existing capabilities in new and innovative ways and to provide expertise in relevant technical disciplines.
• Provide routine administrative support to a RDT&E Program Manager including but not limited to scheduling industry days, coordinating with vendors to develop performance work statements, concept of operations, integrated master schedules, schedule meetings etc. 
• Experience in development, test and evaluation of hypersonic systems, weapons systems, and space systems including ground and flight test
• Experience developing and reviewing test plans including identifying key test objectives, performance metrics, and risks
• Knowledge of DoD kill chains, familiarity and relationships with the stakeholder community, understanding of detailed technical characteristics
• Detailed knowledge and experience with the different types of military communications technologies, how they interface, and what their performance capabilities are
• Knowledge and understanding of target track quality and combat ID requirements
• Experience with rapid prototyping of new or modified military technologies to include program execution, test, and transition management
• Experience with acquisition management of current and future projects, including the total cost, schedule, and performance.
• Experience with Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) service contracting and financial analysts.
• Provides critical support in multi-disciplinary, multi-agency integrated product team of professional acquisition personnel across multiple sites nationwide.
• Leads development of acquisition products and materials in support of transition and transition partner Milestone Decision Authority gates.
• Oversee collaborative development of requirements and programmatic documents (MOUs, SOWs, Project Outlines, etc.) with Service stakeholders such as USAF and USN partners
• Experience with kinetic air vehicles, design, development and prototyping of long-range fire kill chains etc. 
• Special projects as desired

Required Qualifications

• TS/SCI-Eligible - Currently hold an active TS/SCI or have held an SCI and have been debriefed in the last 24 months; #qinetiqclearedjob
• Bachelors in Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science or Science
• Knowledge of MS Project and in-depth familiarity with developing, reviewing, and tracking Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and experience developing or reviewing performer EVMS data
• Experience working in a TS/SCI/SAP environment
• Minimum of 15 years of program management, operational, and analytical experience
•  Proficient in program management, systems engineering, and an in-depth knowledge of one or more of the following: (1) Long range fires/Hypersonic Weapons; (2) Long range weapon kill chains;
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, excel and/or other equivalent program management tools.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work in a team environment, and be independently motivated.
• Travel up to 25% of the time to CONUS and OCONUS locations (Alaska, Hawaii, UK and EUROPE) 
• #LI-ONSITE

Preferred Qualifications

• Acquisition or government program management experience highly desired
• Self-starter mentality combined with proficiency in supporting execution of DoD projects
• Experience developing MS PPT briefing products and white papers
• Good organizational skills with experience coordinating large meetings both in-person and virtual
• Proactiveness with ability to identify and resolve problems or issues in a timely fashion 
• Master’s degree

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.