GEOINT Ground System Program Office SETA

Noblis; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

Noblis ESI is seeking an experienced GEOINT Ground System Program Office SETA to support a government customer on-site in Chantilly, Virginia. The role requires active TS/SCI clearance and a strong background in GEOINT tasking, acquisition, and radar processing.

The position involves program development, technology transition, and data processing project acquisition across multiple mission partners, with up to 10% travel and light lifting.

Qualifications

• GEOINT tasking, collection, planning and processing expertise for national overhead systems.
• Experience with Other Transaction Authorities and non-traditional acquisition approaches.
• Experience with radar processing systems and related data workflows.
• Contracting, financial and program management support for government programs.

Responsibilities

• Program Development: draft and coordinate program technical and budget requirements, and develop acquisition strategies.
• Emerging Technology Development: identify gaps, manage rapid source selections, and coordinate with government and contractors.
• Data Processing Project Acquisition: manage project lifecycles, coordinate with PMs/SMEs, support Agile development and funding.

Skills

GEOINT tasking

Non-traditional acquisition

Radar processing

Program management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Doctorate

Job description

Responsibilities

Noblis ESI is seeking an experienced

Responsibilities

Noblis ESI is seeking an experienced GEOINT Ground System Program Office Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) to support our government customer on-site in Chantilly, Virginia.

Responsibilities Include

• Program Development
  • Draft and coordinate program technical and budget requirements.
  • Project 5-year budget requirements and document basis of estimates.
  • Develop acquisition strategies and budget distribution.
  • Coordinate closely with Government program management, budget, and contracting officers to manage program budgets.
• Emerging Technology Development
  • Document areas of interest to improve current or fill future gaps for processing apps, host frameworks, and mission management capabilities.
  • Develop and support rapid competitive source selections (end-to-end management of process from RFP development to award and execution - following both traditional and non-traditional acquisition approaches).
  • Coordinate directly with Government and contractor program management and SMEs to manage technology and Agile software development.
  • Facilitate transition of promising processing apps and mission management capabilities and operations.
• Data Processing Project Acquisition
  • Perform project and budget management throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Coordinate directly with Government and contractor PMs and SMEs to develop and deliver capabilities.
  • Support Agile software development management and capability deliveries.
  • Guide project expansion and source funds to support multiple mission partners.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 8 years of related experience OR Master's degree and 6 years of related experience OR Doctorate and 4 years of related experience OR High School/equivalent with 14 years of related experience.
• GEOINT tasking, collection, planning, and processing expertise, particularly for national overhead systems.
• Experience with non-traditional acquisition approaches (Other Transaction Authorities).
• Experience with radar processing systems.
• Contracting, financial and program management functions in support of Government program offices.
• Travel up to 10% within US.
• Lift up to 30 lbs, walk, bend, drive.

Desired Qualifications

• GEOINT tasking, collection, planning, and processing expertise, particularly for national overhead systems.
• Experience with non-traditional acquisition approaches (Other Transaction Authorities).
• Experience with radar processing systems.
• Contracting, financial and program management functions in support of Government program offices.
• PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent DAU certification.
• Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Agilist certification.

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $132,900.00 - USD $207,750.00 /Yr.