Senior level: 10 years of experience in systems engineering and project management
Journeyman: 5 years of relevant experience
Strong understanding of defense acquisition processes and technical assessments
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, particularly with Government and military stakeholders
Responsibilities
Provide systems engineering and technical expertise to support Government programs
Assist with acquisition planning and execution throughout the lifecycle
Apply systems engineering principles to develop and manage system designs
Conduct analyses and assessments to inform program decision-making
Identify risks and propose strategies for project improvement
Prepare technical briefings and reports for leadership and stakeholders
Coordinate cross-functional project activities across various domains
Benefits
Opportunity to work on mission-critical defense programs
Collaborative work environment with diverse teams
Emphasis on continuous process improvement and operational effectiveness
Exposure to cross-functional roles involving engineering, logistics, and IT
Opportunity to influence and shape defense initiatives through innovative solutions
Full Job Description
Barbaricum is seeking an Operations Research Analyst Technical Advisor at the Senior and Journeyman level to provide systems engineering, technical assistance, program management, and acquisition support for Department of Defense (DoD) programs. The successful candidate will deliver technical expertise across the program lifecycle, supporting system design, requirements development, project execution, risk management, stakeholder coordination, and mission-critical initiatives. This position requires a collaborative professional capable of working with Government, military, industry, and cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that support complex defense programs.
Responsibilities
Provide systems engineering, technical assistance, and subject matter expertise in support of Government programs, projects, and strategic initiatives.
Support program, project, and business management activities to ensure successful execution of technical and operational objectives.
Assist with acquisition planning, documentation, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
Apply systems engineering principles to develop operational concepts, translate requirements into system designs, manage technical interfaces, and verify that solutions meet mission requirements.
Conduct technical analyses, engineering assessments, and trade studies to support program decision-making and technology integration.
Identify program risks, develop mitigation strategies, and provide recommendations to improve project performance, quality, and efficiency.
Evaluate existing processes, procedures, and quality control methodologies and recommend improvements that enhance program execution and operational effectiveness.
Manage and coordinate technical projects, system integration efforts, testing and evaluation activities, and rapid capability development initiatives.
Prepare and deliver technical briefings, reports, white papers, and executive-level presentations for Government leadership and program stakeholders.
Serve as a liaison among Government organizations, contractors, industry partners, and other stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
Coordinate cross-functional activities involving engineering, acquisition, logistics, cybersecurity, information technology (IT), information assurance (IA), procurement, finance, and administrative support.
Support technical documentation development, editing, and quality assurance to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with Government standards.
Develop training materials, user guides, and instructional content to support Government programs and facilitate knowledge transfer.
Participate in program reviews, technical interchange meetings, working groups, and design reviews while tracking action items and providing status updates.
Support continuous process improvement initiatives that enhance program quality, reduce risk, improve efficiency, and strengthen mission outcomes.
Perform additional systems engineering and technical support duties as required to meet evolving Government mission requirements.
Required Qualifications:
Active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance
Senior level: 10 years of experience
Journeyman: 5 years of experience
About Barbaricum
Barbaricum is a defense contractor that provides consulting and engineering services to the U.S. government. The company specializes in national security and intelligence, with a focus on counterterrorism, cybersecurity, and information operations. Barbaricum's services include strategic planning, program management, and technical analysis. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C.
