Strategic Consultant - Systems Engineering

Systems Planning & Analysis; Alexandria (VA); Vor Ort; USD 125.000 - 145.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Systems Planning & Analysis is seeking a Strategy Advisor for its Headquarters in Alexandria, VA. The role includes providing strategic guidance, influencing complex program objectives, and leading in-depth research to support studies and analyses.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and over 3 years of experience in strategic guidance within systems engineering. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and an active Secret clearance are also required.

Salary range for this position is between $125k and $145k annually.

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years of strategic guidance experience and background in systems engineering.
• Understanding of the Systems Engineering Lifecycle and industry standards.
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain DHS Suitability.

Aufgaben

• Provide strategic guidance in a specialized functional area.
• Advise on strategic direction and use of industry standards.
• Influence objectives of complex programs or projects.

Kenntnisse

Strategic guidance

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ausbildung

Master's degree or equivalent credits/certifications

Jobbeschreibung

Strategy Advisor – SPA Headquarters, Alexandria, VA (regular visits to VA and DC sites).

Responsibilities

The Strategy Advisor provides strategic guidance in a specialized functional area. This involves advising on strategic direction and the use of current industry standards and innovative solutions based on deep knowledge of the latest developments in the field. The role influences the objectives of complex programs or projects by offering clear vision to project managers and senior leadership, and by guiding functional procedures, processes, and policies. It may also include leading in-depth research to support studies and analyses.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent credits/certifications.
• 3+ years of strategic guidance experience and background in systems engineering.
• Understanding of the Systems Engineering Lifecycle and industry standards and best practices.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both in written and verbal formats, with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain DHS Suitability.

Desired

• DHS Systems Engineering Level 2, DAWIA Engineering and Technical Management Practitioner Level 2/3, and/or INCOSE certification(s).
• Experience in providing assistance to program planning and oversight, exercise, development, execution and evaluation; system level analysis; system integration support inclusive of understanding of threats and vulnerability; technical assessment & evaluation to support and complement the Government’s technical experts in applying both acquisition efforts and RDT&E towards accomplishing the DHS mission.
• Prior experience supporting DHS programs.
• Active DHS Suitability.

Compensation

Salary transparency pay range: $125k-$145k.