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11/02/2007     International Program Manager (6572)

Check out our Program Management team! We are in a work setting that is highly people-oriented. We have fun at the same time as getting the job done. Our team members see this as a stimulating environment in which the work is engaging and varied, calling upon the innovative application of general management and leadership skills. The work is on the international stage, and it represents a major thrust in our growth initiatives. This area is highly visible, exciting and at the core of our ongoing efforts. You'll work with all levels of employees, including senior leadership. We are embarking on exciting growth initiatives with an array of interesting and expanding products in the hi-tech communications area. Our superior technical expertise and product delivery history provides us with certain advantages over the competition, though it's never a 'cake walk', so we need engaged contributors. Note that the work is in a small division of less than 2,000 total employees with a historically stable environment. So it has the feel of a small and intimate organization, though it has the powerhouse resources and systems of the 8 billion dollar Fortune company that we are.
This position will be stationed in Iraq to provide program support for installation and delivery of communication equipment. Duties include, but are not limited to, managing subcontractors, managing site personnel (approx. 115), overseeing security & life support, overseeing installations & sell-off of equipment, interfacing with customer & end-user, providing periodic reporting to the Program Manager in the U.S.
Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or other related fields.
6-8 years technical experience with at least three to five years experience of direct project/program management experience. 7 years of program leadership experience required. International and U.S. Government contract experience required. Past military experience in leadership, (O4 or above) preferred. Previously stationed in combat or war zones preferred. Program management experience of >$10M program(s) preferred.

Company Name: ITT Corporation

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11/02/2007  Senior Program Manager - International (6351)

Manage a small group of International Program Managers in the capacity of coach, mentor, problem solver and resource enabler.
Collaborate with our Business Development group in the development and execution of international marketing strategies and plans.
May work a limited number of international programs.
Check out our Program Management team! We are in a work setting that is highly people-oriented. We have fun at the same time as getting the job done. Our team members see this as a stimulating environment in which the work is engaging and varied, calling upon the innovative application of general management and leadership skills. The work is on the international stage, and it represents a major thrust in our growth initiatives. This area is highly visible, exciting and at the core of our ongoing efforts. You'll work with all levels of employees, including senior leadership. We are embarking on exciting growth initiatives with an array of interesting and expanding products in the hi-tech communications area. Our superior technical expertise and product delivery history provides us with certain advantages over the competition, though it's never a 'cake walk', so we need engaged contributors. Note that the work is in a small division of less than 2,000 total employees with a historically stable environment. So it has the feel of a small and intimate organization, though it has the powerhouse resources and systems of the 8 billion dollar Fortune company that we are.

Company Name: ITT Corporation

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10/29/2007   SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Responsible for the cost, schedule and
technical performance of multiple programs
including contractual oversight
• Plans, organizes, directs and monitors
Government and commercial programs
• Principle contact between COMPANY and its
customers
• Directs all phases of programs from
inception through completion
• Coordinates change proposals, work
statements and specifications, budgets and
contractual terms and conditions
• BS in engineering discipline – mechanical
engineering a plus
• Minimum of 5-7 years of aerospace/defense
program management experience for both
development and production programs
• PMP certification a plus
• Knowledge of integrated financial/ERP
systems
• Familiarity with military standards, FAR,
and ISO
• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft
Office
• Experience developing and maintaining
schedules using Microsoft Project
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Special Requirement: Selected candidates may be subject to and must comply with all applicable U.S. export control and security regulations which require U.S. citizenship or permanent U.S residency

Company Name:
The Couture Group, Inc.

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10/26/2007  Director of Materials

The Director of Materials will play a key role at Defense & Space Company,supporting the mission of being an employer of choice by assisting in new product and process development in a make-to-order high tech environment. In addition, the successful candidate will focus on ERP implementation (mySAP), partnering with other departments and building effective relationships to support new business development transfers to manufacturing. This position is located in San Diego, CA., and reports to our VP-Operations
• Manage and execute the responsibilities, roles, targets and budgets for procurement, material planning, production control, inventory management, warehouse and shipping/receiving operations for make to order high technology electronics.
• Implement and leverage ERP/WMS system to support Demand Planning, Production Control, Sales & Operations Planning
• Develop Supplier initiatives to improve performance of the supply base, including Supplier Assessment and Quality-at-the-Source tools, and VMI modeling
• Understanding of Small Business requirements (SBA) - Minority, Small Business, and Disadvantaged Business procurements
• Develop and Implement lean supply chain initiatives such as; Strategic Sourcing, Low-Cost-Country (LCC) Sourcing and Supplier Development / Long Term Agreements (LTA)
• Develop, implement and manage planning and inventory policies/practices including ensuring timely planning, acquisition, receipt and storage of all material, and in-process production planning.
• Represent enterprise to other company sites and locations as the Supply Chain Management representative.
• Manage parts obsolescence
• Develop and Implement lean supply chain initiatives such as; Strategic Sourcing, Low-Cost-Country (LCC) Sourcing and Supplier Development / Long Term Agreements (LTA)
• Manage inventory and turns, warehousing, distribution, and transportation/logistics
Qualified candidates will possess:
• Must be a self starter who is results driven, recognized as a hands-on leader with a history of achievement in optimizing total-cost-of-ownership, promoting technology and diversity, and improving quality, velocity, and service levels in a high technology electronics manufacturing and development environment.
• BS/BA in business, operations management or Info Systems. 10+ yrs in operations management with 5+ yrs in resources management, preferably in the electronics industry.
• Experience with Department of Defense procurement regulations and requirements including FAR, and DFAR.
• Demonstrated leadership, team building abilities, and good English communication skills.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems & SAP experience strongly preferred.
• CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager, ISM) and CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management, APICS) a plus.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a US DoD security clearance

Company Name:
The Couture Group, Inc

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10/26/2007  Program Manager

T• Participation in contract negotiations and customer support.
• Program design, schedule, execution and cost containment.
• Execution of commercial and military contacts & projects.
• Matrix w/engineering, marketing & production.
• Plan, manage and coordinate pre-contract meeting, management and design.
• Review & identify new business opportunities.
What Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Experience should the Program Manager possess?
• 8 years or more related experience in an electronics-manufacturing environment
• Program management experience that includes design, development, product transition and full-scale production phases.
• Knowledge of basic production material control/scheduling, engineering principles and manufacturing technology, cost accounting principles and basic finance
• Working knowledge of MS Office software, excellent presentation and written communication skills including ability to compile data from diversified sources and write reports
• Contract-related administration experience is considered a plus
• B.S. in engineering or related technical field
• Must be able to obtain & maintain secret security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

Company Name:
The Couture Group, Inc

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10/19/2007  Antenna Engineering Manager

Reporting directly to the Plant General Manager, the Antenna Engineering Manager will be responsible for a cross functional engineering team to ensure COMPANY is meeting all program requirements for our current ground based SATCOM and data link antenna terminals and broadband COM antennas.
You will lead the technical effort of expanding our product line base from concept through production including design, supplier management and customer interface.
As the hands-on manager, you will be involved in multiple projects and assign engineers as required to meet the program needs.
As a creative manager, you will proactively identify resource shortages and product development roadblocks developing, suggesting and implementing alternate plans in a timely manner to avoid schedule delays.
Qualified candidates will possess:
• Ability to be a proactive leader
• Capacity to organize, plan, implement and evaluate engineering activities that span multiple disciplines
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate between the development team, executive management, business development, the DOD and most of all, the customer, is critical.
• This position requires 5-7 years experience in the defense antenna industry or a minimum of 7-10 years of experience in the RF/Microwave industry.
• MSEE degree or equivalent is desired preferably with previous management or lead engineering experience.
• Prior supervisory experience is preferred.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance which requires US citizenship.

Company Name:
The Couture Group, Inc

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10/19/2007   Corporate HR Manager

The Corporate Human Resources Manager is responsible for Human Resources issues at the corporate level and directly manages SNC’s Human Resources Department, including all SNC Human Resources Manager's at multiple locations.
The Corporate Human Resources Manager is also responsible to ensure that all HR Department's are following Corporate HR Policies and Procedures.
Oversees employee related issues and documents including AAP, employee benefits renewals, employee relations, company functions and HR budgets.
Some duties include annual HR planning, Labor Resource Management, Salary planning and Performance Management, HR Measurement (metrics) & Process Improvement, HR Budget Management, Builds partnerships with business leaders in the organization and provides HR / business support in change management, succession planning, operational initiatives etc., and Corporate Employee Relations.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Bachelors degree or Human Resource Certificate required.
Minimum of five years experience in HR Management is also required.
Candidates must have DoD experience
Knowledge of employment laws and requirements is necessary.
Proficiency in Word & Excel is required.
This position required strong organization and interpersonal communication skills.
This position handles confidential information therefore the individual must be discrete.
Position requires up to 50% travel.
Candidate must be able to obtain/maintain a security clearance.

Company Name: Sierra Nevada Corporation


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09/12/2007   Data Link Specialist

Responsibility:
1. Supervision over the development of operation and training program that involves Link-16 RF system, C4ISR command and control systems, and related Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) systems as the communication network
2. Generation and presentation of technical briefs and artifacts review
3. Facilitation of technical interchange meetings and peer reviews
4. Construction and analysis of complex program schedules
Qualifications:
1. Must be knowledgeable in Tactical Data Link network structures and operations, as well as Link-16 protocols (MIL-STD-6016)
2. Extensive operational experience (10-15 years) in Link-16 and related area.
3. Strong in planning, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills and seasoned in written and oral communication
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Military experience; preferably as a former JICO.
2. Ability to communicate in Mandarin language is a plus.
3. Project or program management skill and experience desirable.
4. Familiarity in Enterprise Information software and related system administration tasks.
Requirements:
1. BA/BS degrees or equivalent
2. Able to obtain US security clearance; holding current clearance is a plus.
3. International travel 25% and direct interface with customer

Company Name:
Integrated Solutions Inc.

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09/11/2007
Business Manager

The Business Mgr will be responsible for performing a variety of Cyber Security Network Training Simulator (CYNTRS) business mgmt & business dev. activities for the Defense & Security Division. Responsible for working w/ the CYNTRS Business Partner & the DEFCO Program Mgr for DS3 to develop monthly, quarterly, annual & 5yr business plans, including quarterly, annual & 5yr booking & revenue projections. Responsibilities also include coordinating the manufacture, delivery & servicing of CYNTRS systems w/ the CYNTRS Business Partner & the DEFCO Program Mgr, & the pursuit of new business opportunities w/in the broad Homeland Security market. Serve as the lead for the CYNTRS in the HLS Integrated Project Team (IPT)
Position Responsibilities:
• Develop & monitor CYNTRS monthly quarterly, annual budgets & monthly, quarterly & 5yr business plans, including booking & sales revenues. (20%)
• Coordinate w/ the CYNTRS Business Partner to coordinate reqs for manufacture, delivery & servicing of CYNTRS systems.(20%)
• Pursue Business Dev. opps, including the conduct of briefings & discussions with HLS customers to include the Nat'l Guard, DHS, other federal agency, state/local officials & private industry. (20%)
• Maintain liaison w/ CYNTRS customers & coordinate efforts w/ the CYNTRS Business Partner & the DEFCO PM to ensure & sustain high quality performance of CYNTRS systems, installers, instructors & technicians. (20%)
• Prepare all DS CYNTRS reports & the CYNTRS IPT for weekly, monthly & board audiences. (10%)
• Attend selected trade shows to ensure current understanding of competitor threats. (5%)
• Serve as the coordinator on the CYNTRS IPT. (5%)
Position Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Must have at least 5yrs business mgmt exp, including successful business dev., coordination & matrix mgmt success, & financial mgmt. Must have exp w/ the Nat'l Guard, State & local gov't. Exp w/ other US Gov't Agencies desired. Multi-level coordination responsibility for implementation of IT projects is a requirement.

Company Name:
EADS north America Defense

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09/05/2007
Director of Materials

The Director of Materials will play a key role at Defense & Space Company,supporting the mission of being an employer of choice by assisting in new product and process development in a make-to-order high tech environment. In addition, the successful candidate will focus on ERP implementation (mySAP), partnering with other departments and building effective relationships to support new business development transfers to manufacturing. This position is located in San Diego, CA., and reports to our VP-Operations
Responsibilities include:
• Manage and execute the responsibilities, roles, targets and budgets for procurement, material planning, production control, inventory management, warehouse and shipping/receiving operations for make to order high technology electronics.
• Implement and leverage ERP/WMS system to support Demand Planning, Production Control, Sales & Operations Planning
• Develop Supplier initiatives to improve performance of the supply base, including Supplier Assessment and Quality-at-the-Source tools, and VMI modeling
• Understanding of Small Business requirements (SBA) - Minority, Small Business, and Disadvantaged Business procurements
• Develop and Implement lean supply chain initiatives such as; Strategic Sourcing, Low-Cost-Country (LCC) Sourcing and Supplier Development / Long Term Agreements (LTA)
• Manage inventory and turns, warehousing, distribution, and transportation/logistics

Company Name:
The Couture Group, Inc.

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08/31/2007  Director Quailty Assurance

• Directs and manages the quality assurance and control, calibration and training functions, of the company.
• Generates and maintains quality assurance plan for the company.
• Performs audits, creates updates and maintains compliance with ISO 9001 procedures. Reports results of audits to management monthly.
• Sets up and maintains quality metrics pertaining to the company's overall quality perfomrance and product reliability as required. Initiates corrective actions requests, internal and external and generates timely responses to customer requests.
• Assists in the analysis, evaluation and presentation of information concerning factors such as business situations, manufacturing problems, economic trands, and design and development of new products, as required, for consideration by other members of the management team.
• Assists in the development of alternative methods and procedures in solving quality and manufacturing problems in meeting market opportunities.
• Cooperates with other top management personnel in formulating and establishing company policies, operating procedures, and goals.
• Develop initial and subsequent modifications of product assurance program to delineate areas of responsibility, personnel requirements, and operational procedures within the company.
• In conjunction with the VP Operations, conducts management meetings with manufacturing department managers to establish, delineate, and review program orgainzational policies, coordinate functions and operations between departments, and to establish responsibilities and procedures for attaining objectives.
• Assists in the review of technical problems and procedures of departments and participates in determining solutions to problems or changes in procedure.
• Develop and maintain customer specific quality assurance plans as required.
• In conjuction with purchasing, develop, coordinate and maintain a supplier certification program involving quality, purchasing engineering, and manufacturing.
• In conjuction with purchasing, visit and confer with representatives of material and component suppliers to obatin information related to supply quality, capacity of suppliers to meet orders, and quality standards


Company Name: Defense Talent Network Exe Search


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08/31/2007  Business Development Manager

Primary functions:
- Develop new business accounts within a geographic territory
- Identify new solution opportunities to market to new and existing clients
- Cold call and respond to client inquiries
- Manage the client relationship that will result in your development as a trusted advisor
- Coordinate, schedule and deliver product training and sales presentations to customers
- Work with the Engineering team members to turn leads into business opportunities
- Develop and coordinate preparation of proposals with the team
- Assist in general marketing activities
Special knowledge, skill and ability requirements:
- Knowledge of the computer industry and sales experience with DoD and other USG customers with high-performance, portable computing requirements.
- An understanding of customer missions including current systems and needs.
- Strong presentation, sales, negotiation and influencing skills
- Strong account management and new business development skills
- Experience in large revenue and complex enterprise deals

Company Name:
MaxVision Corporation

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08/30/2007  Program Manager 2

Put your professional program management skills to use providing specific expertise in execution of communication networking systems integration for multiple programs through all program phases.
* Manage program(s) requiring complete and coherent program plans to ensure meeting contractual commitments, establishing major milestones such as preliminary reviews, critical reviews, and other schedule goals.
* Establish and implement program plans in compliance with specifications, performance requirements, costs and schedules; as well as responsibility for meeting all assigned objectives of the program.
* Monitor all program activities to ensure compliance with product specifications, performance requirements, schedules and cost commitments. Identify existing or potential problems in terms of schedule and budget, etc., and work with affected departments and/or the customer in resolving or avoiding them.
* Report to more senior program management, as appropriate, all significant developments regarding program performance costs and customer views, providing status reports as specified and required.
Our Program Management team works in a highly people-oriented setting, having fun at the same time as getting the job done. This area is highly visible, exciting and at the core of our ongoing efforts. The department is managed by leaders who are concerned with employee job satisfaction and growth opportunities. Our superior technical expertise and product delivery history provides us with certain advantages over the competition, though it's never a 'cake walk', so we need engaged contributors.

Company Name:
ITT Corporation

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08/30/2007  Product Center Manager

This position will lead a product center with revenues from $50-$75M, with full responsibility for P/L. Primary role is to ensure program execution to cost, schedule and technical requirements. The product center includes various programs for numerous products within family. . The product center manager will have a business manager and will lead a co-located team matrixed from the functional areas. The following are job functions/responsibilities: 1. Execution of programs that result in on time deliveries of a technically compliant product, within budget resulting in satisfied customers. 2. Interface with the customer base to ensure good customer relations and grow the product center business. 3. Balance the objective of ATK and the customer in an effort to meet the program milestones, business objectives and contract terms. 4. Drive technical excellence by setting technical standards, balancing risk and mitigation activities to ensure program execution. 5. Productively resolve contractual, technical, financial and legal issues on the program. 6. Preparation and maintenance of all budget/financial activities, including, but not limited to EACs. 7. Implement Lean, PES and Six Sigma tools. Challenge business impediments to drive a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. 8. Responsible for interfacing with executive management. 9. Maintain a professional and disciplined program management culture. 10. Risk and Opportunity management. 11. Interface with the business development organization for the purpose of identifying and pursuing business growth opportunities.

Company Name:
ATK

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08/29/2007  Business Development Manager

The position leads efforts to identify, analyze, and anticipate marketplace trends with the purpose of bidding for new business opportunities. Also engages with existing and new customers to develop relationships.
Requirements include:
- A bachelor's degree in business or equivalent experience
- 5 years experience in business development or program management with military/government organizations
- Thorough understanding of the DoD and its budgeting processes
- Comprehension of the defense-related market
- Proposal writing experience
- Ability to travel extensively
Additional requirements include: Excellent communication and presentation skills, ability to meet deadlines and follow through on details, and proficiency using MS Office software.

Company Name:
SupplyCore Inc.

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08/29/2007   Program Manager

This position bids for new business opportunities and oversees the creation of various sized bid proposals.
Requirements include:
- A bachelor's degree in business or equivalent experience
- 5 years experience in business development or program management with military/government organizations
- Thorough understanding of the DoD and its budgeting processes
- Proposal writing experience
- Ability to travel
Additional requirements include: Excellent communication and presentation skills, ability to meet deadlines and follow through on details, and proficiency using MS Office software.
SupplyCore offers a competitive salary and excellent benefit package including medical/dental insurance and 401(k). To join our company, please apply online at www.supplycore.com/careers.asp. Drug Free Workplace Equal Oppty.

Company Name:
SupplyCore Inc.

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08/29/2007   Program Manager

Supporting the Marketing Department in the development of technical proposals
Acting as primary customer interface for assigned programs and regularly providing customers with project status
Preparation and presentation of design reviews and program reviews
Monitoring activities of engineers and/or other functional departments such as purchasing, and quality assurance
Interfacing with engineering staff to ensure program milestones and deadlines are met
Ability to confer with engineering and/or other employees to resolve issues
The Ability to become knowledgeable of how products operate (this is necessary to help guide customer requirements as well as work with Systems Engineering to develop innovative technical solutions to new applications/requirements)
Planning and organization to provide management reports for assigned contracts to ensure technical, cost, and scheduling goals are met
Establishing and monitoring the program plan and schedules against the plan
Coordinating and preparation of detailed reviews of customer contract documents (e.g.: Statements of Work (SOW), Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Technical Specifications, Terms Conditions, and deliverable data requirements)
Participation in the negotiation and preparation of contracts, including specifications, pricing, delivery dates, and other contractual provisions
Being responsible for the management, performance, and completion of assigned fixed-price military contracts
Overseeing and directing, all phases of a program from inception to completion
Providing Progress Reports, and Preparation and updating of project budget

Company Name:
KOR Electronics

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08/23/2007   Program Manager

Support Programme Process changes to include Programme development Plans and Programme Management Plans. The Trusted Borders Process Group (TBPG) will provide:
Process and tools development, deployment, and training
Process compliance assessments
Process effectiveness resulting from metrics collection and analysis
Corrective and preventive action
Process and productivity improvement
Intergroup coordination
Assist with implementation of updated processes
Works with programme staff to define measures of effectiveness for the processes used on the programme, and will review the process measures periodically to determine process improvements.
The TBPG supports peer reviews of programme and project plans and assists product teams and functions in developing and updating programme plans, collecting and analyzing process measures (e.g., number of defects found in phase and out of phase), collecting lessons learned and contributing best practices to the Process Asset Library (PAL).
• Ensure that all the processes within the Programme and the key support processes owned by the Programme are clearly defined with clear objectives, inputs and outputs and are reviewed for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Develop, maintain and report KPIs for these processes.
• Appoint an owner of each of the processes and ensure that the responsibility and authority for creative improvement is delegated to that owner but that the changes are scrutinised before significant changes are made.
• Ensure that relevant processes are captured in standard RSL format and made available on the PAL (company information management system).
• Continuously challenge the way we work and actively identify areas of where change can improve the performance within Programme and in the way this programme works with others in the company. Ensure implementation of any changes to agreed timescales.
• Benchmark the operation of the Programme’s processes and tools internally and externally (including competitors, partners and within RTN) so that we learn from the best practice seen.
• Ensure that the suite of programme management tools work effectively together and with the other business systems.
• Ensure that the suite of tools allow the business to control the programmes effectively and with clarity and are easy to use.

Company Name:
Raytheon

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08/23/2007   Balanced Score Card

Balanced Score Card Responsibilities
- Identify, implement, generate and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Assist with stakeholder buy-in on the goals and measures related to the KPIs.
- Recommend a small number of clear and more intuitive metrics that can engage stakeholders, rather than a plethora of lower-quality ones.
- Assess value for money by linking benefits into the Balanced Scorecard measurement system.
- Ensure the scorecard is “balanced” in that it gives weighting to hard metrics (e.g., cost savings and system delivery) as well as softer metrics (e.g., user satisfaction).
- Create a Balanced Scorecard “dashboard” as part of the Trusted Borders Collaboration Environment (TBCE) to provide visibility of indicators to authorized users, using management information from a combination of system-generated reports and support from the financial controls team.
- Work with an economic consulting firm and the Authority throughout programme execution to audit Trusted Borders performance against social and policy outcomes.
- Tailor the metrics as circumstances dictate and incorporate new thinking when required.
Customer
• Provide key information about the health of the programme to the business, the risks to successful execution and timely warning of any extraordinary activity that is likely to be required.
Learning and Growth
• Provide training and tools to individuals to ensure understanding of KPI’s
Processes
• Support the Programme Manager – Process by developing, maintaining and reporting process KPIs
• Benchmark our KPI performance with other companies so that we learn and improve

Company Name:
Raytheon

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08/23/2007    Release Project Director

The Project Executive will report to the Programme Director of a major Business Change and IT Delivery Programme for the UK Government. The role is high profile and the responsibility considerable in implementing a technical, business change and service management solution to the Customer on time, to cost and meeting the requirements of customer and business alike
The role will demand a candidate of exceptional capabilities, used to working in a dynamic and fast moving environment, requiring rapid yet considered decision making and redirection to maximise programme performance.
The Project Executive will provide the leadership and guidance to a team of Project Managers responsible for the delivery of a number of solution components to a time phased programme, as well as identifying opportunities that will provide mutual benefit to the business and customer in terms of enhanced capability and all aspects of programme performance.
The role will require considerable influencing and negotiation skills to ensure the integrated business teams responsible for the solution delivery, business change and service management meet their delivery requirements to enable a seamless introduction of the business requirements and capabilities into service.
Additionally, there will be significant Industry collaboration required to achieve levels of cooperation to implement a data transfer solution across a diverse and often ill informed industry sector. A dedicated team will report to the Project Executive responsible for this activity.
Within the execution team will be subcontractors that play significant roles in the programme, once again demanding excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills to achieve the levels of collaboration and partnering necessary to achieve programme success.
Programme progress and performance reporting will be a major part of the role, ensuring that the necessary metrics and programme progress reports are compiled to reflect an accurate status of the programme and delivered to internal and external on times and presented in a highly professional manner as required.

Company Name:
Raytheon

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08/23/2007  Technical Subcontract Manager

The technical subcontract managers (TSMs) work within the Subcontract management function of the eBorders program.
There will be significant customer and subcontract exposure, through formal project meetings and working groups and so candidates must be comfortable with collaborative working to develop an overall solution.
The technical subcontract managers will be responsible to the head of supply chain management on the programme. The TSMs work as part of a Subcontract ‘Triad’ lead by a Programme Subcontract Manager and supported by a Commercial Subcontract Manager. In this relationship, the PSM is responsible for co-ordinating the triad and for managing the the Subcontract, the CSM is responsible for the Commercial aspects of the Subcontract and the TSM is responsible for managing the technical elements of subcontract. Specifically they:
•Help plan and execute the implementation plan.
•Are responsible and accountable for the execution of all technical aspects of the Subcontract.
•Establish and maintain an effective relationship with the Triad and the head of Supply Chain Management, working with the Program Subcontract Manager, representing their requirements and liaising directly with sub-contractors under their direction.
•Execute the needs of the Program Subcontract Manager and the Solution Delivery Director.
•Monitor and effectively influence the technical progress of the Subcontract.
•Develop and maintain an open and honest culture within the program.
•Identify and manage of the technical elements of the risks, issues and opportunities.
•Foster communication across the program to ensure an optimized engineering solution and avoiding surprises.

Company Name:
Raytheon

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08/17/2007  Manager, ESD Characterization and Test

Job Description:
The individual will manage all activities related to ESD characterization, verification, design review, database management, scheduling and analysis for high-speed active, precision passive circuits of advanced process and module technologies.
The individual will manage, mentor, coach the engineers and techs on all the ESD efforts in Company.
He/She will provide value added service to design engineering in improving the ESD threshold.
The individual will effectively interface between manufacturing and design, and provide guidance in product reliability and ESD protection methodology for analog/mixed-signal/RF ASIC and module design.
Requirements:
The position requires extended knowledge in semiconductor device physics and circuit design methodology for advanced Si and compound semiconductor technologies.
Supervisor skill and a good team player is essential.
In-depth understanding of ESD device design and characterization is also necessary.
Required skills include
1) Should have managed more than 3 technical people in providing guidance and direction.
2) Hands-on experience of wafer-level characterization for high-speed active, precision analog passive, and ESD devices, facilitate STR builds.
2) Hands-on experience in Cadence Spectre, Virtuoso, ADS and 3D device simulator.
3) Understanding in design methodology for analog/mixed-signal/RF ASIC and module.
4) Understanding and working knowledge of the High Speed / Rf automated test systems including Network analyzer, power meter and synthesizer.
Minimum Requirements: Bachelors of Science, Electronics; 5 years relevant experience

Company Name:
The Couture Group, Inc.

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08/16/2007  Trade Compliance Manager (6038)

ITT Aerospace/Communications (ACD)
The Trade Compliance Manager is responsible for Trade Compliance for all existing and new business opportunities at ITT A/CD.
Responsibilities include: Develop, implement, monitor, and lead, with the Trade Compliance Senior Empowered Official and the Trade Compliance Program for A/CD.
Provides independent technical assessment of documents, develops and conducts Trade Compliance Training, reviews and approves all facility access plans for Foreign National Visitors, works with Trade Compliance Official to provide advice on import/export issues and to develop policy and procedures guide. Interfaces with various departments to ensure Export/Import regulations are being followed.
ITT Aerospace/Communications Division (ACD) www.acd.itt.com is a world leader in developing wireless networking systems for tactical communications. We are the creator of the core technology used in the world's two largest tactical digitization programs. ACD is a co-creator of the Software Communications Architecture for the Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) and is also the provider for America's newest ground to air radios used by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
ITT offers a team-oriented, stimulating learning environment in which the veterans learn from the new generation, and gladly provide mentoring. You will find projects that are fascinating where the only limitation is innovation and creativity. Our leadership style is 'people-oriented'. That's one of the many reasons people who come here rarely leave. We are a CMMI Level III organization; that shows our commitment to process excellence. Note that the work is in a small division of less than 2,000 total employees with a historically stable environment. So it has the feel of a small and intimate organization, though it has the powerhouse resources and systems of the 8 billion dollar Fortune 500 Company that we are.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other technical field, with a Master's degree preferred.
4+ years of technical experience, preferably in a Radio Communications related product area, and a minimum of 4 years working in a Trade Compliance intensive environment.
The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of ITAR and EAR regulations, and should be familiar with U.S. Customs regulations.
Must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Company Name:
ITT Corporation

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08/16/2007  Director of International Trade (6228)

Responsibilities of the Director of International Trade include the development, implementation, and management of programs to ensure compliance with U.S. Export/Import Regulations as outlined by the Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security Regulations (BIS), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Department of State Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of the Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and any other special trade programs/exporting regulatory agencies as required. The Director of International Trade shall establish and maintain an import/export control infrastructure consisting of operational processes, export licensing/classification, deemed export compliance, export documentation, and Export/Import violation identification/disclosure. The position is expected to assist in coordinating expedient licensing strategies for all A/CD International programs. This individual will be responsible for all aspects of supervision of all domestic/international trade compliance employees, reporting directly to the VP Contracts Administration and General Counsel, and will work with numerous levels of management to identify and resolve compliance issues as appropriate.
Requirements:
BA/BS
Minimum of 5 years extensive experience in a global trade environment with direct responsibility for overseeing the regulatory compliance of goods, technical data and services. A total of 10-12 years experience in compliance/import/export.
Individual must possess strong working knowledge of the ITAR, EAR and US Customs regulations. This position requires excellent leadership, judgment, communications & team building skills; ability to work closely with all levels of employees. Requires strong organizational/analytical problem solving skills. MS Office required. OCR preferred but not required.
Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. citizenship required.

Company Name:
ITT Corporation

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08/03/2007  Account Executive

Drive revenue through acquisition of new customers.
Coordinate with business partners to close government opportunities.
Perform as an individual contributor to achieve revenue targets.
Develop opportunities across government agencies.
Discover prospect needs and coordinate internal resources to craft solutions.
Track all activities in sales force automation system.
Coordinate lead generation activities to develop new business opportunities.
Coordinate all sales efforts through the Government Sales Director.
Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of direct public sector sales
Demonstrated success in solution sales
Experience selling C-level government executives
Consultative and value based selling experience
Posses strong consultative and solutions based sales skills
Strong desire to help build and grow business
Operate well in an entrepreneurial environment
Effectively manage key sales opportunities from prospecting to closing
Proven ability to build effective relationships and deliver results
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Demonstrate high level of personal integrity
Comfortable with taking responsibility and being held accountable for results
Strong communication skills
Education:
Four year undergraduate degree required; MBA desirable.

Company Name: Targusinfo


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08/01/2007  Business Development Director

- Assisting US business development and marketing activities for their Test System Division’s products, including electro-optical, infra-red and ultra-violet EW simulators and Advance Boresight alignment systems.
- Supporting strategic planning.
- Interfacing with existing customers in order to promote their products and capabilities.
- Identifying and qualifying new client opportunities.
- Developing and leading capture planning activities.
- Forecasting and achieving booking goals.
- Participating in trade show activities and develop advertising and promotional materials.
- Coordinating proposals for our client’s products.
- Ongoing customer visits and demonstrations.
Critical Skills Requirements:
- Bachelors degree required. Equivalent education or experience may include “user” military experience with complex aerospace systems.
- Knowledge and understanding of the US defense test/support equipment/training marketplace, especially in the test, training and evaluation areas associated with EW systems.
- Must have first hand experience competing successfully in a DOD full and open competition and in Government budgeting and procurement processes.
- The successful candidate will have five to ten years of experience and professional growth with responsibilities including engineering, program management and business development. Significant amount of that experience must have been in business development and marketing. Must have a demonstrated ability to close business and work effectively in a team focused, non bureaucratic environment.
- Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain/maintain a government security clearance and comply with pre-employment screening requirements, including but not limited to, drug testing, medical, reference verification, and a background check.
- He/she must be able to travel up to 30% of time both domestically and internationally.
- Must have excellent overall business and communications skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Technical degree preferred, ie BSEE, BSIE
- Knowledge of and established credibility with military customers and prime developers of aircraft.
- US military background through military service with experience in electronic warfare is preferred.

Company Name:
Boyden

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07/28/2007  Director, USAF Sales

• Responsible for managing a sales team, meeting annual sales quotas and developing relationships with key USAF organizations involved in the procurement of Communications products and systems.
• Lead the USAF Sales and Business development team to position the product family as the preferred communications solution in the USAF while positioning growth products and systems for future success.
• Develop USAF orders forecasts and 3 year orders outlooks for each product business area.
• Lead the development of sales strategies for upcoming pursuits. Develop key USAF relationships and coordinate call plans with sales team. Develop USAF sales plans, campaigns and pursuit strategies.
• Advocate for USAF requirements during product development planning. Conduct sales and capabilities presentations. Analyze existing and anticipated customer requirements and promote products and services.
• Lead the development of a USAF MARCOM campaign plans including tradeshows. Maintain up-to-date customer contacts.
• Keep informed of new products and other information of interest to customers.
• Provide marketing intelligence to division management.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• Possess established working relationships with key communications and electronics decision makers within the USAF. Preferred significant experience and working relationships with management’s staff at ESC Hanscom AFB, ACC, and other key MAJCOM’s. Relationships with customer groups within the USAF are very important including: TACP, Security Forces, Communications Squadrons, CENTAF and PACAF.
• Communications experience in the USAF, or other military service and/or Business Development experience with a major government contractor preferred. Fundamental understanding of radio communications and Network concepts including key programs and requirements.
• Demonstrated track record of sales results, prospecting new opportunities and successfully exceeding quotas.

Company Name: DHR International


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07/25/2007   Director, System Evaluation Division

We are seeking candidate to provide leadership and coordination of Strategic Planning for A/CD and lead the development of the Strategic and Operating Plans for the Value Center. Support the development of business plans for the Business Areas within A/CD.
Coordinate contributions to and reviews of the Strategic and Operating Plans of the Value Center, interfacing with Business Area leaders and functional managers, as well as Defense Group planning personnel, to provide high quality, high accuracy planning materials to Value Center management and Defense Group.
Ensures that A/CD Strategic Plan is developed in coordination with the Business Areas, functional managers and Defense Group and Strategic Plan objectives and agendas are properly implemented. Acts as the focal point for Division on Defense Congressional Initiatives and the coordinator for the identification and pursuit of suitable acquisitions. Coordinates departmental budget activities. Coordinates the collection and distribution of market and competitive intelligence. Performs other assignments as directed by the Business Development Vice President.

Company Name: Institute for Defense Analyses


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07/25/2007   Manager, Strategic Planning & Analysis

We are seeking candidate to provide leadership and coordination of Strategic Planning for A/CD and lead the development of the Strategic and Operating Plans for the Value Center. Support the development of business plans for the Business Areas within A/CD.
Coordinate contributions to and reviews of the Strategic and Operating Plans of the Value Center, interfacing with Business Area leaders and functional managers, as well as Defense Group planning personnel, to provide high quality, high accuracy planning materials to Value Center management and Defense Group.
Ensures that A/CD Strategic Plan is developed in coordination with the Business Areas, functional managers and Defense Group and Strategic Plan objectives and agendas are properly implemented. Acts as the focal point for Division on Defense Congressional Initiatives and the coordinator for the identification and pursuit of suitable acquisitions. Coordinates departmental budget activities. Coordinates the collection and distribution of market and competitive intelligence. Performs other assignments as directed by the Business Development Vice President.

Company Name: ITT Aerospace/Communications Division


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07/12/2007    Program Manager

This position manages all aspects of a classified (SECRET, Special Access Program) Government contract for the development of a space-qualified photon counting detector. Responsible for the technical and management execution of all tasks as specified in the customer Statement of Work (SOW) and/or Program Plan. Serves as the primary interface between the customer and Intevac on all program-specific issues. Generates Program Integrated Master Schedule using Microsoft Project. Monitors, directs and performs day-to-day activities of the assigned program to ensure that goals and objectives are being met, including schedule, cost and technical performance, and subcontractor management. Conducts and leads internal meetings and customer meetings, including weekly telecoms, monthly/quarterly program reviews, design reviews, and Tiger Team meetings. Generates periodic reports as required by the program. Takes appropriate corrective action in response to program deficiencies. Generates proposals to address program requirements, overruns, or changes in scope.
Required Skills:
1. Excellent people skills;
2. Effective presentation skills;
3. Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, superiors, subcontractors, customers / customer representatives, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information in a timely, accurate manner;
4. Strong leadership and motivational skills in managing multi-faceted work groups;
5. Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities;
6. Ability to manage multiple tasks, often with competing deadlines;
7. Ability to handle difficult and sensitive situations, using sound, independent judgment;
8. Knowledge of management principles and practices;
9. Knowledge of budgeting, cost estimating, and fiscal management principles and procedures;
10. Proficient with standard Microsoft tools, including Word, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook and Excel.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and at least 5 years of related work experience;
2. Must be a U.S. citizen, either have a DoD clearance or be qualified for security clearance with special access requirements. Active SECRET security clearance is preferred.

Company Name: Intevac, Inc.


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07/11/2007  Project Engineering Manager

Project Engineering Manager – Integrated Security Systems
Washington Group International, Inc. is a leading integrated engineering, construction, and management solutions company. With approximately 25,000 employees at work in more than 30 countries, the company provides professional, scientific, management, and development services in more than two dozen major markets including power generation, transmission and distribution, and clean air solutions; environmental remediation; heavy civil construction; mining; nuclear services; defense, homeland security, and global threat reduction.
We have an immediate opportunity for a Project Engineering Manager to provide leadership in the preparation of major security systems specifications and the conceptual development of the overall security system for domestic and foreign customer projects. You will participate in complex system analyses and studies including requirements analysis, concept of operations development, total cost of ownership estimates and risk assessments. Additionally, you will apply an interdisciplinary approach to focus on defining customer needs and requirements early in the development cycle.
At the present time, you will work with a Business Development/Operations team focused on Integrated Security Systems projects located in the Middle East. Initially, you will work temporarily in our Arlington, Virginia office and then be available for project site relocation.
You must be proficient in systems design processes including requirements specification, disciplined design reviews, verification and validation processes, risk management, change control and related areas. Project experience with physical security systems is required. Experience in applying systems engineering process per ISO/IEC 152888 or DOD systems engineering guidance is highly desired. Prefer international project experience in the Middle East and oil industry experience. Understanding Middle East cultures preferred.
Need BS degree in engineering with 15 plus years of experience and Professional Engineer License. Five plus years as a PEM or Deputy PEM on a large project desired.

Company Name:
Washington Group International

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07/07/2007  Project Manager

The Information Assurance Services Special Projects Manager is responsible for business development / growth and management of Special Projects (Engineering Change Proposals) in support of the Raytheon’s Information Assurance Services Contract with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. The Special Projects Manager will define, develop and implement competitive Information Assurance solutions for not only the existing program, but also competitive Information Assurance pursuits in the DoD and IC. The Special Projects Manager will report directly to the IA Services Program Manager and will be a key member of the Program Management Team. Work with IA Services Customer, Program Manager, Project Leads and Program Functional Leads to understand long-term requirements and priorities and then develop the investment and business strategies technology roadmaps needed to ensure that Raytheon is competitively positioned to meet those needs. Develop detailed proposals for Information Assurance technical insertion and process enhancement projects. These projects can be upgrades to existing systems or projects that provide new functionality and would cover implementation and O&M.
Required Skills
· BS plus a minimum of 8 years experience or equivalent education and experience
· TS SCI security clearance
· Must have expertise in the field of Information Assurance including Certification and Accreditation experience under DCID 6/3 and/or DITSCAP
· Experience with Systems engineering or Software Engineering experience on large-scale systems
· DoD and/or IC program and proposal experience
· Demonstrated ability to serve as principal spokesperson for the business unit on highly significant business and technology issues

Company Name:
Raytheon

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07/07/2007   Manager, III Capture Management

The Capture Manager will have primary accountability for growing the Intelligence Community portion of the Information and Collection Management business area. The Capture Manager will be responsible for the entire capture life cycle from working with key classified customers to identify and develop new business opportunities, developing winning teams, proposal generation, through contract negotiation and award. This also includes partnering with the IR&D and Product Development functions to develop key concepts and technology, develop capture strategies and define market initiatives to capture that new business. Responsibilities also include coordination with key customers and the capture team for developing, maintaining, and executing win strategies throughout the capture/pl process, preparation of strategy, teaming, solution development; collecting and presenting the information required to make good decisions at gate reviews; working with senior management to assure customer perspective is maintained and developed; preparing win/loss analysis including capture process improvements with proposal manager; and participating in transition to programs.
The Capture Manager will be responsible for establishing and managing capture budgets to include selling expenses and bid and proposal costs. Candidate must have the ability to develop a defensible business case and justify to management the why and how this pursuit can be won at a competitive cost with acceptable risks and opportunities to achieve the desired program and business objectives.
Basic Qualifications:
10 years experience
Bachelor’s degree (additional related experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.)
Experience Developing and providing briefings to customers and senior management
Candidate must have knowledge and operational and technical experience in the Intelligence community to include an understanding of the mission, requirements, and infrastructure including operations support and the clandestine service.
Customer Intimacy: Possess first-hand understanding of the Customer’s environment and the priorities with regard to funding and requirements and recommending solution sets. An ability to assess the customer’s objectives, the likely competition, their approach, and clearly state a winning strategy. Must have a clearly demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with customers, employees and senior executives.
Desired Skills:
Experience leading a capture valued at least $10M in the IC area.
Raytheon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.
Other Information
Relocation Availability No
Security Clearance Requirement TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly
Requirements:
ERIP Eligible Yes
Job Portal General
Current Years of Experience 10-12
Field of Interest Business Development
Highest Level of Education Bachelors Degree
Job Type Full Time
Work Location(s) VA - Falls Church

Company Name:
Raytheon

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07/07/2007   Manager II-Program Management

Program Manager with proven financial background.
This position is in Falls Church, Virginia
Job Description:
The individual will be responsible for the financial and schedule performance of the Enhanced Trackwolf and Mystic Star Programs within cost limitations and Raytheon established standards (i.e. IPDS and CMMI Leve 3). Additional requirements will include proposal preparation, statements of work and specifications, estimation of product/service costs, and liaison with Contracts during negotiations. She/He will also be responsible for establishing milestones and monitoring adherence to program master plans and schedules. Developing control systems and reports that accurately measure progress will also be the responsibility of this individual. The identification of potential problems in sufficient time for corrective action is essential.
Required Skills:
This position requires a strong financial background. Clear evidence of the following experience is required.
· Tracking and monitoring of financials including bookings, sales, profit and cash.
· Intimately familiar with manpower forecasting, management and variance analysis of controllable and non controllable budgets for indirect accounts.
· Estimated Cost at Completions (ECAC) deveopment in support of Raytheon’s financial guidelines
· Development of cost proposal estimates for various contract types (i.e. T&M, Fixed Price.)
TS Clearance Required.
Desired Skills:
Computer literate, Six Sigma trained, EVMS knowledgeable; TS/SCI clearance desired.
Required Education(including Major):
Four year degree in Business Adminsitration
Other Information
Relocation Availability No
Security Clearance Requirement Top Secret - Existing
Requirements:
ERIP Eligible No
Job Portal General
Current Years of Experience 8-10
Field of Interest Program Management
Highest Level of Education Bachelors Degree
Job Type Full Time
Work Location(s) VA - Falls Church

Company Name:
Raytheon

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06/28/2007    Security Cleared Professionals - Technology, Engineering, Aerospace, Intelligence


Description
Hot Career Opportunities this Summer! Interview at TECHEXPO's July job fairs for your exciting new position in the defense, intelligence and government services sectors with the nation's top employers including federal agencies and government contractors. Bring many copies of your resume and meet recruiters and hiring managers in July to discover the many opportunities offered in Information Technology, Engineering, Aerospace, Telecom, Project Management, Intelligence, Operations, Homeland Security, Research, & much more.
Wednesday, July 18th from 10am - 4pm
Sheraton Crystal City
1800 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA 22202
and
Thursday, July 19th from 10am - 4pm
BWI Marriott
1743 W. Nursery Rd.
Baltimore, MD 21240
Jobs Available Nationwide, Coast to Coast

Admission: Any level of Active Security Clearance issued by the US Federal Government or Military is REQUIRED to attend (or clearance last used within past 24 months.)

Company Name: TECHEXPO

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06/19/2007     GM/VP COMMUNICATIONS

Our client is a division of a multi Billion dollar technology services and products company providing leading edge products and services to defense, government intelligence and commercial customers. The company develops and manufactures a broad range of mission critical systems, which are sold to all branches of the U.S. military forces, government agencies, major aerospace and defense contractors, and international military forces.
The newly reorganized Division, located in Northern Virginia , specializes in designing, procuring, integrating, installing, training for and maintaining complex, industrial-grade security systems. Customers include the U.S. Department of Defense, civil federal agencies, state and local government agencies, and large industrial concerns. We are searching for a GM/VP Communications worldwide with a demonstrated track record in operations management, business growth and systems integration. Candidate must have experience in Federal contracting in Net Centric Warfare.
EDUCATION
Candidate ideally will have a BS or MS in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, information technology, or related field.
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Candidate must have Satellite, Terrestrial, and data communications
.Candidate will have ten or more years experience in Federal Government/DOD Communications.
Federal government contracting experience is required.
Candidate will have five or more years in an operations management capacity in Communications business or a related field with P&L in a for profit business.
The GM will have excellent contacts in the Federal Communications community, as evidenced by direct government job experience and/or participation in key recognized professional societies.
He or she will be responsible for Tactical Command and Control.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The GM will have overall operations responsibility for all Federal Communications programs and projects.
The GM will be responsible for tactical Command and Control.
He or she will be responsible for the overall performance of the business unit; including development and execution of strategic plans, assuring financial performance to annual budgets and plans, oversight and direct participation in key business development efforts, management of high level customer relationships and successful on-time delivery of services, i.e., overall customer satisfaction.
This division provides Federal Government customers with Net Centric warfare and Tactical command and Control.
The GM leads the company’s ongoing efforts to stay abreast of emerging communications technologies in the federal communications market.
He or she also serves as a member of the corporate Federal Systems Management team and participates actively in Federal communications strategy development and implementation.
In addition insures compliance with Federal contracting regulations, company ethics policie

Company Name: Confidetial

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06/19/2007  Director of Contract Compliance

The Couture Group, Inc. is an independent Executive Search Firm operating on a retained or contingency fee basis. We specialize in working for companies in the DefenseAerospace and Consulting Engineering Sectors concentrating our searches for engineers, Sales, Marketing, Program Managers and Contracts Professionals.
Director of Contract Compliance to be based within Client's Clearwater site. Selected candidates may be subject to and must comply with all applicable export control and security regulations.
Key Responsibilities
• Preparing CSA, Major Civil and all Military proposals over $100,000 specifically NAVICP proposals, Tinker F15 Rudder option, Boeing CH47 Recap option, Boeing C17 Equitable adjustment, $175MM+ in active PBL pursuits with NAVICP, Boeing Lockheed Martin, Sikorsky, USAF, DLA LTC’s to SSA/DVD.
• Retaining records.
• Overseeing export control.
• Managing the TCO.
• Monitoring issues and resources and supporting to Ensure Duty Free Entry are addressed with Customs.
• Minimizing turnaround times.
Requirements:
• BS in a Business related discipline such as Business, Finance, Procurement or Law is required.
• Any professional certificates with be desirable.
• Extensive experience in the defense industry with management experience is essential.
• Candidate should ideally be a member of the National Contract Management Association, National allocation of Purchasing Management/Institute of Supply Management or Member of the American Production and Inventory control society.
• Ability to create and influence a positive working environment.
• A “Can do” attitude is key to this role.
• Must possess strong knowledge of DoD/FAR contracting standards and procedures.
• Candidate must be customer focused and possess leadership qualities.
• Must possess a broad functional knowledge base.
• Flexibility to judge priorities and events is required.
Skills: CPCM

Company Name: The Couture Group, Inc

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06/06/2007      VP Federal Market Development

$1.2 billion international company received EPA clearance in September 2006 for their proprietary Bio-decontamination product and the Department of Defense has designated the technology as a platform for Bio-decontamination.
This person will be responsible for making the company’s product the core technology found in sterilization and decontamination products sold to the government. They will be the company’s eyes and ears, carrying forward the company’s initiatives and requirements and maximizing opportunities for government contracts.
Specifically they will:
• Represent the company and advance its business opportunities with government agencies. In particular the DOD, DHHS, CDC, NIH and the FDA.
• Work with the company’s Government Relations firm and the legislative process to develop market opportunities the company’s products and services.
• Liaise with the company’s R&D and marketing groups to develop appropriate products and marketing strategies in response to the requirements of the target defense and industrial customers.
• Provide immediate market and competitive intelligence.
This person must have an undergraduate degree, ideally in a technical or scientific discipline; a graduate degree would be an advantage.
This person must be able to demonstrate a record of achievement, a list of tangible results based on their work within the Federal Procurement environment. Their experience should include:
• Extensive Federal contract experience with a contractor, consulting firm or federal agency.
• Experience with the Department of Defense contracts and procurement process and ideally similar knowledge of other Agencies mentioned above.
• Experience and knowledge of the Federal Budget process, Congressional Supplemental funding and other funding sources.
• Familiarity with marketing techniques used in government and business to business sales.

Company Name:
Confidential

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05/29/2007   Estimating & Pricing Manager - Level K

The K Level manager will oversee the estimating and pricing function within the S&IS Mission Systems business unit. Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: supervision and care and feeding of direct report staff members, functional responsibility for non-direct report estimating and pricing personnel within S&IS Mission Systems; oversee the existing estimating and pricing tools and processes, and development of new or improved tools and processes; manage proposal activities, including cost volume lead on selected proposals; contribute to strategy discussions having pricing implications; and ensure adequate and meaningful information is maintained to support data - calls and audits.
Competencies:
This position requires strong organization and project management skills as well as expert knowledge of pricing and estimating concepts, techniques, and requirements in a FAR Part 15 pricing environment. Any experience and familiarity with the Boeing Estimating System Manual and the Common Pricing System is a plus. Please make sure all experience and skills are clearly indicated on the candidate resume. This position also requires effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively cross functionally. Any experience overseeing and coordinating RFI, RFP or procurement proposals should be clearly indicated on the candidate resume.
Bachelor’s or Master's degree and typically 10 years’ relevant work experience.
Security Clearance Requirements:
Ability to Obtain Interim and/or Final Clearances (Post Start) - US Citizenship Required.
Relocation Money Available:Yes
Notes:
Position is contingent on applicant being able to obtain interim and final security clearances post-start.
Boeing is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity in the workplace.

Company Name: The Boeing Company 

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05/29/2007    Missile Field Construction Project Engineer Level 4

Construction Project Engineering supporting the design and construction of the Weapon System Operation and Sustainment (WSOPS) & Site Development (SD) organizations. This engineering staff position will support both the Fort Greely Alaska (FGA) and Vandenberg AIR FORCE BASE (VAFB) California teams for the management of major Subcontractors in the design and construction of a HEMP'd Hardened Power Plant at FGA and the refurbishment of LF-24 at VAFB. Tasks include the review and approval of designs, specifications, development of requirements and SOW’s, technical support during the construction, cost/schedule review/approvals, ensure requirements are met and implementation and subcontractor management working through and MSM.
Competencies:
• PROJECT MANAGEMENT
• PLANNING AND ORGANIZING
• TECHNICAL BOEING KNOWLEDGE
• BUDGET MANAGEMENT
• PROJECT LEADERSHIP
• DECISION MAKING
Education:
Requires educational credentials meeting the Boeing classification standards for engineers and typically 9 to 13 years' experience in an engineering classification, or educational credentials meeting the Boeing classification standards for engineers and either a Master's degree with 7 to 11 years' experience or a PhD degree with 4 to 8 years' experience in an engineering classification. Site construction and subcontractor management experience required.
Security Clearance Requirements: Ability to Obtain Interim Clearance (Pre-Start) and Final Clearance (Post Start) - US Citizenship Required
Relocation Money Available: Yes
Travel Required: Frequent travel to the GMD sites, including the FGA and VAFB sites, will be required.
Boeing is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity in the workplace.

Company Name: The Boeing Company 

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05/23/2007  Program Manager 2 - System Integration Programs

ITT Aerospace/ Communications Division (A/CD), Fort Wayne, Indiana
Put your professional program management skills to use providing specific expertise in execution of communication networking systems integration for multiple programs through all program phases.
* Manage program(s) requiring complete and coherent program plans to ensure meeting contractual commitments, establishing major milestones such as preliminary reviews, critical reviews, and other schedule goals.
* Establish and implement program plans in compliance with specifications, performance requirements, costs and schedules; as well as responsibility for meeting all assigned objectives of the program.
* Monitor all program activities to ensure compliance with product specifications, performance requirements, schedules and cost commitments. Identify existing or potential problems in terms of schedule and budget, etc., and work with affected departments and/or the customer in resolving or avoiding them.
* Report to more senior program management, as appropriate, all significant developments regarding program performance costs and customer views, providing status reports as specified and required.
Experience:
* BS in Engineering or related technical field (MS Engineering/MBA preferred).
* Experience in program management for technical programs relating to communications networking systems development and integration for military prime contractors.
* At lease six years of technical/engineering experience in the areas of communication networking systems with at least three years of successful program management experience.
* Experience managing teams and projects in functional as well as matrix organizations. History of successful project delivery experience using scheduling, cost and variance analysis (EVMS).
* Experience in exercising leadership and motivating people to incorporate strategic plan, and in defining and implementing goals, objectives, activities and priorities.
* Understand the management of human and fiscal resources to meet program requirements, as well as meeting customer demands and expectations, with short deadlines and changing priorities.
* Professional and excellent interpersonal skills. Adaptable, energetic and enthusiastic. Must be able to learn and implement business change while coaching, mentoring, team building, and problem solving. Must be self-motivated and confident in making challenging decisions, and be a creative problem solver
* Considerable knowledge of program planning and control methods and procedures as well as the skills outlined above.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Company Name: ITT Corporation

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05/23/2007   Program Manager 1 - Aftermarket Support

ITT Aerospace/ Communications Division (A/CD), Fort Wayne, Indiana
Put your professional Program Management skills to use providing expertise in execution of aftermarket support of communications and networking systems programs through all program phases. Under the general supervision of the Program Director or Senior Program Manager, you will manage and direct smaller programs or segments of very large programs which require the formulation and implementation of complete and coherent program plans and coordination with involved departments and the customer.
* Manage various Ancillary Products, Sustainment, Interactive Products, both International and Domestic Logistics and Maintainability efforts.
* Manage Shipped Product (i.e. Aftermarket Opportunity) Database.
* Manage program(s) requiring complete and coherent program plans to ensure meeting contractual commitments, establishing major milestones such as preliminary reviews, critical reviews, and other schedule goals.
* Establish and implement program plans in compliance with specifications, performance requirements, costs and schedules; as well as responsibility for meeting all assigned objectives of the program.
* Monitor all program activities to ensure compliance with product specifications, performance requirements, schedules and cost commitments. Identify existing or potential problems in terms of schedule and budget, etc., and work with affected departments and/or the customer in resolving or avoiding them.
* Report to more senior program management, as appropriate, all significant developments regarding program performance costs and customer views, providing status reports as specified and required.
We have a team-oriented, stimulating learning environment in which the veterans learn from the new generation, and gladly provide mentoring. You will find the projects to be fascinating experiences where the only limitation is innovation and creativity. Our leadership style is 'people-oriented' and that's one of the many reasons people who come to ITT want to stay with us. We are a CMMI Level III organization; that shows our commitment to process excellence. Our work is in a small division of less than 2,000 total employees with a historically stable environment. We offer the feel of a small and intimate organization, but we have the powerhouse resources and systems of an 8 billion dollar Fortune company--ITT Corporation.
ITT offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package, including relocation assistance, medical, dental and life insurance; 401(k) with employer match, and a pension plan. In addition, we offer other excellent salaried employee benefits including a generous number of holidays, vacation days, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and flexible work schedule.
Experience:
* BSEE, BSEET, BSM, or equivalent in related fields (Masters Degree a plus).
* 8-10 years technical experience with at least three to five years of direct/program

Company Name: ITT Corporation

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05/11/2007    Small Business Innovative Research

General Position Description:
Performs Small Business Innovative Research support duties for the Transformational Research and Development Directorate. This position requires a government security clearance.
Tasks to be performed include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Assists with procurement process, including drafting solicitations, researching requirements, assisting with organizing review panels, and assisting with review panel documentation (e.g., reports, notifications, briefings, debriefs).
• Assists with project reviews, e.g., scheduling, briefs, meeting minutes.
• Collects and screens project reports; ensures timely posting to project repository, assists with adjudicating late reports, and notifies Program Managers of potential concerns.
• Assists in maintaining project repository and updates key parameters for quality data (costs and timelines).
• Assists with program tracking (e.g., milestones and deliverables).
• Researches technical issues as required.
• Assists with company interface, e.g., responds to appropriate pre-solicitation questions.
• Assists with SBIR specific timeline requirements, e.g., generating potential topics for consideration.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
• BS or higher in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Engineering Physics or Material Science.
• Minimum 3 years work experience in a related field.
• Excellent written and oral skills.
• Prior management experience.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated MS Office experience.
Desired KSA:
• Experience with nuclear detection systems.
Excellent Company benefits and competitive salary commensurate with education, experience and skills.
Must be eligible for a government security clearance.
Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Possible candidates will be contacted to schedule interview.

Company Name: DGI

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05/11/2007    Engineer/Scientist - Project Management

General Position Description:
Performs Advance Technology Demonstration support duties for the Transformational Research and Development Directorate. This position requires a government security clearance.
Tasks to be performed include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Assists with procurement process, including drafting solicitations, researching requirements, assisting with organizing review panels, and assisting with review panel documentation (e.g., reports, notifications, briefings, debriefs).
• Assists with project reviews, e.g., scheduling, briefs, meeting minutes.
• Collects and screens project reports, ensuring timely posting to project repository, assisting with adjudicating late reports, and notifying Program Managers of potential concerns.
• Assists in maintaining project repository and updates key parameters for quality data (e.g., costs and timelines).
• Assists with program tracking, e.g., milestones and deliverables.
• Researches technical issues as required.
• Assists with System Engineering interactions.
• Assists with testing interactions.
• Assists with technology transition process, to include budget forecasts and requirements.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
• BS or higher in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Engineering Physics or Material Science.
• Minimum 3 years work experience in related field.
• Excellent written and oral skills.
• Prior management experience.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated MS Office experience.
Desired KSA:
• Experience with nuclear detection systems.
Excellent Company benefits and competitive salary commensurate with education, experience and skills.
Must be eligible for a government security clearance.
Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Possible candidates will be contacted to schedule interview.

Company Name: DGI

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05/07/2007     International Program Manager (4561)

Under the general supervision of the Program Director/Senior Manager, the Program Manager is responsible for managing and directing smaller programs or segments of very large programs. The Program Manager is responsible for the formulation and implementation of complete and coherent program plans and coordination with involved departments and the customer to insure meeting contractual commitments. The Program Manager establishes major milestones such as preliminary reviews, critical reviews and other schedule goals. Establishes, implements and monitors all program plans to insure compliance with specifications, performance requirements, schedules and cost commitments. Responsibilities include meeting all assigned objectives of the program.
The Program Manager identifies existing or potential problems in terms of schedule and budget, etc. They will work with affected departments and/or the customer in resolving or avoiding them. Responsible for reporting to more Senior Program Management as appropriate, all significant developments with regard to program performance costs and customer views. Provides status reports as specified and required. International travel required.
Experience:
Requires Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or other related fields.
Requires 6-8 years technical experience with at least three to five years direct project/program management experience with military tactical communications systems preferred.
Requires considerable knowledge of program planning and control methods and procedures as well as basic skills outlined above. Must have good working knowledge of all phases of electronic development and manufacturing activities.
Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access of classified information.
U.S. citizenship required.

Company Name: ITT Corporation

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04/30/2007  Program Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:(not limited to)
• Provide management leadership for Adaptive Methods programs to transition modern sensor processing, information processing, and display technologies into US Navy Undersea Warfare (USW) systems.
• Serve as principal interface for Adaptive Methods with US Navy acquisition managers for contract task definition, budgets, product delivery schedule, and contract execution.
• Serve as principal interface for Adaptive Methods with other US Navy prime contractors and industry partners for planning and execution of product integration into USW combat systems and operational Navy platforms.
• Maintain communication with customers, Adaptive Methods engineering domains, and subcontractors for the establishment and execution of technical plans and programs.
• Identify, forecast, and coordinate engineering, administrative, and technical support resource requirements satisfy contract requirements.
• Support Adaptive Methods business development and technical proposal efforts by identifying new business opportunities, formulating technical approaches to satisfy customer needs, and preparing development cost estimates.
• Represent Adaptive Methods through leadership of multi-organization program execution teams, technical working group, and IPTs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science and a minimum of 5 years engineering management experience, including at least one major development project requiring customer interface.
• Demonstrated practical experience in task definition, budget planning, subcontracting, and management execution of technology development and transition to operational military combat systems.
• Demonstrated multi-organizational team leadership ability in developing advanced systems for military platforms.
• History of positive interface with customers, partners, suppliers, and internal functional organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
APPLIED SKILLS:
• Management and systems engineering experience in Undersea Warfare (USW) and Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) surveillance and combat systems, US Navy sonar, and/or military command and control systems.
• Engineering management of ASW surveillance and combat system programs, including Surface Ship USW Combat System (SQQ-89, USW-DSS), Maritime Surveillance Systems (SURTASS, ADS, ICP), Littoral Combat Ship ASW Mission Package, Air ASW Systems, and Submarine Sonar and Combat Systems (ARCI, BYG-1).
• Practical work experience relative to current DoD Acquisition System policies and process
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
• Knowledge of Department of Defense Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution process
Travel will be required
Subject to government security investigation - including U.S. citizenship for clearance.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Company Name: Adaptive Methods

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04/07/2007  Google: Associate Manager, Online Sales and Operations - Mountain View


Associate Manager, Online Sales and Operations - Mountain View
This position is based in Mountain View, CA.
Google is looking for enthusiastic, experienced, and dynamic individuals to lead a team of coordinators in their interactions with potential and existing clients. This is an operational role for an energetic and motivated self-starter who is passionate about team-building and creating a great customer experience. A