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Job Description:
Parsons is seeking technical External Integration Support / Capability Lead to support the Government Program Office within Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Command & Control, Battle Management, and Communication (C2BMC). In this role, you will work on a small team in a dynamic environment executing a critical mission in which every team member is directly responsible for the success of program efforts. This position will support the Multi-Domain C2 program to expand capability for both Missile Defense and Space Mission Partners.
What you will be doing:
Support the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) Global (C2BMC-G) Program Management team as directed
Define and execute project plans for the integration of new sensors or capabilities for approval by the Program Manager
Coordinate with mission partners to define scope / schedule to support joint space and multi-domain command and control (C2) objectives.
Oversee contractor sensor integration schedule development including but not limited to hardware / software readiness, deployment, cyber system accreditations, test, and fielding decisions.
Coordinate tasks and schedules for networks, communications, and element node / interface equipment deployment.
Define sensor integration performance objectives and constraints
Define implementation roadmap and recommend trades based of resources and program priorities
Capture sensor integration risk, issues and opportunities and develop handling plans for agreed to RIOs with the PM
Support development and coordination of test event planning and fielding briefs.
Support architecture, systems engineering, and design reviews with a focus on interfaces with external partners.
Support review and coordination of site surveys, infrastructure requirements, logistics, and Bill of Materials (BOM), hardware procurements.
Support development of inter-agency agreements (e.g., MOU, MOA, ISA, SLA, etc) with externals to define roles, responsibilities, commitments, and constraints.
Support Concept of Operations (CONOPS) development based on external sensor or partner functionality available to support the mission.
Support program review and approval process to ensure system implementation and changes are understood and properly coordinated
Support contract actions as required by generating content, reviewing proposals, and providing support to the acquisition team
Maintain a USG budget estimate across the FYDP for applicable sensors, coordinating inputs with the sensor integration lead and PM
Forecast out year costs for maintenance and support
Support communications with sensor and C2BMC-G system operators to ensure operational utility, identification and resolution of operational issues, and prioritization of enhancements
Support cost estimation for contract actions providing technical inputs and coordinating support from MDA cost estimators
Support development of critical project artifacts to include ICDs, requirements, etc.
Provide sensor overviews via the global lunches of wisdom and maintain an overview brief to education of internal and external personnel
Support Increment planning aligning tasks and feedback with Program Manager directed priorities and identifying deviations from this direction
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Active TOP SECRET with SCI eligibility
BS degree and 10+ years of related System Assessment Support experience; a Masters degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience
Experience with Missile Defense Agency or similar Department of Defense programs
Experience working on classified and special access programs
Understanding of the Missile Defense System (MDS)
Self-starter, thrive in a dynamic environment, and work well with other team members, members of the Senior Executive Service and senior military officers
Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
10+ years of relevant DoD, MDA and/or Industry work experience with SAP and/or SCI
Ability to coordinate with both internal and external organizations to accomplish common goals
Ability to solve complex problems and track detailed information individually or as a member of a team
Ability to multi-task and respond to quick turn-around requests
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret security clearance is required to apply, however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Top Secret SCI clearance prior to the start date.
This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.
The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.
Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.
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About Us
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
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