Program Advisor

Location

Springfield, VA | United States

Job description

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

As a Program Advisor to the Transportation Security Administrations (TSA), Office of Requirements and Capabilities Analysis (RCA), Multimodal and Public Area Capabilities (MPAC) Division you will be advising and supporting MPAC clients with various program management and technical activities. Activities include, but are not limited to, supporting MPAC clients with overseeing, planning and coordinating the identification, testing, evaluation and selection of transportation security technology, assessing a variety of complex, multiple, and varying intermodal transportation security program operations, overseeing technical contracts, and coordinating multiple program and project efforts with internal and external stakeholders involved in technology qualification and test beds. 

The Program Advisor will also have the ability to provide Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) at a rapid pace/high-volume, strong communicator to both internal and external stakeholders, and prioritize activities in an evolving/dynamic environment to meet the client’s needs and overall mission of TSA. Occasional domestic and local travel will be required to provide program management and technical support for test bed assessments, site visits, conferences, etc.

• Provide program management expertise to advise the clients on project activities, including developing program management review briefings, monthly reports, and tracking performance metrics.
• Advise the MPAC clients on the best approach for addressing requests from TSA leadership, Congress, and interagency stakeholders regarding project progress and use of funds, apply expertise in strategic communications to meet the various Congressional mandates/legislation.
• Travel will be required to support MPAC clients during test bed assessments, site visits, and conferences across the United States.
• Advise teaming partner on best practices, SOPs, and lessons learned to help ensure the high quality of work is maintained across the division and all the client’s and mission’s needs are addressed in a timely manner.
• Serve as the internal and external point of contact for assigned programs and projects.
• Analyze data collected by using market research and Testing and Evaluation (T&E) of technologies to distill data and create reports detailing cost benefit analysis of technologies, benefits of installing technologies, and providing feedback to vendors regarding capability gaps.
• Provide strategic communication and develop roadmaps, implementation plans, and address numerous Congressional tasks in regard to use of appropriated funds.
• Develop effective program management strategies to obtain best value for the client resulting in lowered program risks and fulfilling requirements.
• Lead development and creation of deliverables including: program dashboards, spend plans, division road maps, implementation plans, acquisition documentation, statements of work (SOWs), process diagrams, source selection plans (SSPs), test plans, and benchmark studies.
• Advise on stakeholder outreach activities, including stakeholder engagement plans and preparing meeting agendas, materials, and notes.
• Develop high-level deliverables by applying various methodologies to provide in-depth details regarding project statuses and holistic overview.

• Bachelor's degree with 10 years of relevant program management experience.
• Knowledge in: SharePoint repository to collect, file, and share project documents, Microsoft Office Tools (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and WebEx/Teams applications.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DHS suitability Public Trust.

• Experience testing and deploying security equipment, specifically Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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