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JRAD is seeking candidates for a proposal position supporting the OUSD. 

This position is Pentagon, DC. Provides the knowledge and expertise in a specific subject, business area, or technical area for a project or program. Defines procedures or standards, using the knowledge of what the right or best way to execute a task would be; and recommends procedural improvements. Develops performance objectives and determines acceptable performance levels. Comprehends the language, terms, and jargon in area of expertise; and understands required knowledge needed to determine effective decision-making being able to describe where inconsistencies, irregularities, or flaws may occur. Assures area of expertise is clearly explained to others, and serves as liaison within a department or function for questions and problems within the area of expertise. Assures facts and details are correct so that the project or program's deliverables will meet the needs of appropriate parties. Supports the definition of processes and policies, supplies business rules and procedures, and communicates the contexts in which the rules, processes and polices are applied. Represents a business units' needs to the project team. Validates the requirements and deliverables that describe product(s) or service(s); tests the product(s) or service(s) near the end of the project or program, using and evaluating it for accuracy and usability; and provides feedback to the project team. Provides input for the design and construction of test cases and scenarios and may validate executed test results. Gives input into and executes user documentation and training materials. Guides others working on a project to ensure the content is accurate. Resolves issues relevant to project deliverable(s) within the area of expertise. Obtains or provides approval for changes to rules, processes, and policies..

Roles/Responsibilities:

• Technical Experience: Fifteen (15) years’ technical experience in a field related to developmental/operational testing, systems engineering, or operations analysis.
• Test & Evaluation (T&E) Expertise: Ten (10) years’ experience planning and conducting analytical studies and experimentation to validate system design, specifications, and performance.
• Modeling & Simulation: Ten (10) years’ experience utilizing high-fidelity modeling environments to support verification, validation, and analysis of complex systems.
• Doctrine, Organization, Training, Materiel, Leadership and Education, Personnel, Facilities, and Policy (DOTMLPF-P) Framework: Functional and practical knowledge of the DOTMLPF-P integration framework and ten (10) years’ experience developing analysis and recommendations within it.
• Analytical Acumen: Ten (10) years’ applying quantitative and qualitative analytical methods to solve complex problems and inform high-stakes decisions. Military or DoW experience.
• Five (5) years’ experience supporting SAP projects. (TS/SCI SAP eligible).

Required Skills and Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in web design, computer science, mathematics, or engineering.

Security Clearance:

• TS/SCI

When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!  

JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:  

• Health Insurance  
• Dental Insurance  
• Vision Insurance  
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance  
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care  
• Disability Insurance  
• 401K Plan  
• Tuition Reimbursement  

JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.

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