Sr. Research Coordinator (Project Support Specialist) R12843
Job Description:
Perform support specialist duties in support of multiple Government sponsored R&D activities which include hardware, software, and algorithm design, development, test, demonstration, and deployment. Provide programmatic and technical assistance.
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Job Details:
Responsibilities
- Facilitate regular interaction with and progress reporting to Government sponsor to ensure sponsor satisfaction of project/program technical and business execution.
- Facilitate the investigation of new technical concepts and applications, and prepare and submit budget and technical proposals for new Government-sponsored R&D.
- Facilitate efforts and execute guidance to establish and maintain project goals and priorities to ensure the successful accomplishment of sponsor expectations and mission requirements.
- Manage research staff assignments in accordance with guidance and intent, identify staff training requirements and opportunities, and facilitate the interview and hiring process.
- Continuously manage project budget, schedule, and resources to ensure the successful and timely execution of Government-sponsored R&D.
- Other related functions as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree.
- Five or more years of experience facilitating the execution of technical/scientific R&D or system acquisitions.
- Demonstrated ability and experience with Microsoft Office suite.
- Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time. The position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving skills and excellent judgment. Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision and effectively communicate with diverse groups of clients. Able to work under pressure and accept supervision. Regular and punctual attendance.
US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, or related fields.
- More than five years of project management experience with Government sponsored technical/scientific R&D or system acquisitions.
- Agile workflow experience or coursework.
- Project Management Professional, Defense Acquisition University Project Management, or DoD branch specific project management or system acquisition certification.
- Understanding of RF signal propagation theory or experience with GPS/GNSS.
- Demonstrated ability and experience with Microsoft Office suite, Microsoft Project, and JIRA software.
General Notes
An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.
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