Cherokee Nation Businesses

Experimental & Operational Technical Specialist

Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in engineering or related field with 10+ years of experience in Science and Technology Development.
  • Proven knowledge in Experimentation Planning and Operations Research methods.
  • Skilled in technical writing and reporting on S&T portfolio progress.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance is mandatory for consideration.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 and collaboration tools.
  • Must possess an active US Passport for potential international travel.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Perform technical evaluation to support informed management decisions on S&T investments.
  • Develop and execute the Data Collection and Analysis Plan for all operational experimentation events.
  • Create mathematical models to assess technology performance in practical scenarios.
  • Conduct technical evaluations and cost/benefit analysis of proposed technologies.
  • Analyze alignment of E&A priorities with Naval S&T guidelines in collaboration with program officers.
  • Identify future technology needs that deviate from the established strategic guidance.
  • Represent and present project data in various technical sessions and planning meetings.

Benefits

  • Full-time medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401K plan available to employees.
  • Possibility of other benefits, subject to change.
  • Work within a government contract environment.
  • Opportunity to work on advanced S&T projects important to national defense.
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION

Experimental & Operational Technical Specialist

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance or the ability to obtain a   TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance to be considered.

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.  You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

The Experimental & Operational Technical Specialist will provide US Navy Science & Technology (S&T) Technical Services to the Office of Naval Research (ONR) Global Experimentation and Analysis (E&A) Department Head.

 

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Estimated Starting Salary Range for Experimental & Operational Technical Specialist: $170K-$DOE
  • Pay commensurate with experience.
  • Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.  Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

 

Experimental & Operational Technical Specialist Responsibilities Include:

  • Performs the technical evaluation and analysis required to enable the government E&A leadership team to make highly informed management decisions regarding the Program’s S&T investments.
  • Develops and executes the Data Collection and Analysis Plan (DCAP) for all Technology Operational Experimentation Events (TOEE) Key Perforce Parameters (KPP’s).
  • Develops mathematical models to compare and assess technology performance in operational scenarios.
  • Conducts technical evaluation and cost/benefit analysis of proposed E&A technology.  
  • Conducts technical analysis, in conjunction with input from NRE program officers and science advisors, to identify, and determine the percentage of E&A priorities that are in alignment with Naval S&T focus areas.  
  • Conducts technical analysis to identify and validate future E&A technology needs that no longer aligns with the strategic guidance from the NRE leadership.
  • Represents, and presents E&A project data, at Program Officer Portfolio Reviews and NRE Technical Exchange Sessions.
  • Represents the E&A Team project priorities, at planning sessions, ONR-G team meetings, and other NRE meeting requiring E&A representation.  
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

 

Experimental & Operational Technical Specialist Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

  • Master’s Degree (MS) from an accredited college or university in civil, mechanical, material, or industrial engineering or a closely related technical field in engineering and physical sciences and ten plus (10+) years of experience in Science and Technology Development.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Experimentation Planning and Operations Research methods to include Data Collection and Analysis Plan (DCAP), Modeling and Simulation, Wargaming, Technology Innovation Games (TIG), and other analytical methods to provide decision support to leadership for S&T investments.
  • Ability to produce technical execution reports and reports on technical progress of S&T portfolio and update collaboration sites as necessary.
  • Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance.
  • Proficiency with commercial office productivity software packages; at a minimum, Microsoft Office 365 (specifically, Word, Power Point, Outlook, SharePoint Online, Teams and Excel).
  • An active US Passport for occasional travel (OCONUS to UK)
  • Excellent communication skills; both oral and written.
  • Must successfully pass a drug screen and federal background check as a condition of employment.

 

Similar searchable job titles:

Technical Specialist

Operation Analyst

Experimental Technical Analyst

Global Data Analysis

 

Keywords:

Experimental & Operational Technical Specialist

Technical analysis

Global Experimentation and Analysis

Science & Technology (S&T) Technical Services

Operational Technical Specialist

 

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.

About Cherokee Nation Businesses

Cherokee Nation Businesses is a diversified holding company that manages a range of businesses and investments in various sectors, including gaming, hospitality, aerospace, real estate, technology, healthcare, natural resources, and more. The company is owned by the Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the United States. Cherokee Nation Businesses is committed to creating economic opportunities and improving the quality of life for Cherokee citizens and the surrounding communities.
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