ValidaTek is seeking a highly motivated, customer-focused System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) Administrator to provide mission critical engineering services for a multi-tenant enterprise environment.  The SCCM Engineering role requires expertise in the deployment and management of Windows desktop Operating Systems (OS) and applications.  The selected SCCM Engineer will have a strong background in using Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM)/SCCM, Active directory (AD), Group Policy Objects (GPO), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT).  The candidate will be responsible for creating, maintaining, auditing, and improving systems to meet needs, often as advised by leadership, testing software systems to diagnose and resolve system weaknesses, and make recommendations for future developments. 

ValidaTek is seeking a dynamic Senior .Net Developer to lead software development for one of our Defense Customers. The ideal candidate will have technical experience developing software capability and leading modernization efforts. As the Senior .Net Developer you will perform requirements analysis; decompose requirements into features, user stories and tasks; perform custom development; deploy solutions to development, test and production environments utilizing various tools and remediate software bugs found in testing and production. Development to integrate with other software systems via APIs is also in scope for this role. 

Shift Time: Friday 6 PM - 7:30 AM, Saturday: 6 PM - 7:30 AM, Sunday: 6 PM - 8:30 AM The Tier 2 support candidate will provide second level support to troubleshooting issues on the network and supporting the customer. The Tier 2 support candidate will provide support in a 24/7/365 Network Operations Center (NOC) environment and report to the Shift Supervisor. Tier 2 support areas include network management, enterprise operations monitoring, network incident service response, create and update network mapping, coordination with external users outside the NOC, policy input, and reporting.

Shift Time: Friday 6 PM - 7:30 AM, Saturday: 6 PM - 7:30 AM, Sunday: 6 PM - 8:30 AM Responsible for the design, installation, analysis, troubleshooting and maintenance of computer networks. Develops and maintains a network that provides maximum and efficient performance and reliability for users. Performs tasks such as installation and configuration, testing and maintenance on new server hardware and software infrastructures; identification, diagnosis and resolution of network problems; and maintenance of required certification from key vendors. Responsible for keeping the network secure from a variety of threats and the recommendation and scheduling of network repairs.  

ValidaTek is seeking a highly qualified Senior Travel Trainer to support the Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs Queue Management (CAQM/Q-Flow) lobby line management and customer experience program. The CAQM program provides software, hardware and capabilities that improve the customer waiting and service fulfillment experience at the bureau’s domestic Passport Agencies and Overseas Posts. These locations provide Passport, Visa and Overseas Citizen services for U.S. citizens and foreign nationals.   As a Senior Travel Trainer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the end-users of the CAQM/Q-Flow system are properly trained on maximizing the value of the system. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and delivering comprehensive training programs for our software products. You will play a critical role in ensuring our clients and internal teams have the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively utilize our software solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of technical expertise, instructional design skills, and exceptional communication abilities.

ValidaTek is seeking a highly qualified Software/QA Tester to support the Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs Queue Management (CAQM) lobby line management and customer experience program. The CAQM program provides software, hardware and capabilities that improve the customer waiting and service fulfillment experience at the bureau’s domestic Passport Agencies and Overseas Posts. These locations provide Passport, Visa and Overseas Citizen services for U.S. citizens and foreign nationals.   As a Software/QA Tester will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products/services. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and executing comprehensive test plans to identify and address any defects or issues before software deployment. This position requires a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality software solutions.

ValidaTek is seeking a highly qualified Deployment Support Engineer to support the Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs Queue Management (CAQM) lobby line management and customer experience program. The CAQM program provides software, hardware and capabilities that improve the customer waiting and service fulfillment experience at the bureau’s domestic Passport Agencies and Overseas Posts. These locations provide Passport, Visa and Overseas Citizen services for U.S. citizens and foreign nationals.   The Deployment Support Engineer will provide hands-on deployment, installation and application support for a customized version of the Q-Flow lobby line management software system as well as the associated software and hardware components that are integrated into the functionality of the system (customized software modules to expand COTS capabilities, self-service kiosks, manager dashboards, over-the-counter media player displays, lobby media player displays, ethernet cabling, HDMI extenders, USB extenders, scanners, printers, etc).  Working as the Deployment Support Engineer, you travel up to 75% to OCONUS and CONUS locations to install system components. When not traveling, you will be preparing for deployments and supporting the operations of the system remotely.

ValidaTek is seeking a highly qualified Application Support Engineer to support the Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs Queue Management (CAQM) lobby line management and customer experience program. The CAQM program provides software, hardware and capabilities that improve the customer waiting and service fulfillment experience at the bureau’s domestic Passport Agencies and Overseas Posts. These locations provide Passport, Visa and Overseas Citizen services for U.S. citizens and foreign nationals.   The Application Support Engineer will provide deployment and application support for a customized version of the Q-Flow lobby line management software system as well as the associated software and hardware components that are integrated into the functionality of the system (customized software modules to expand COTS capabilities, self-service kiosks, manager dashboards, over-the-counter media player displays, lobby media player displays, ethernet cabling, HDMI extenders, USB extenders, scanners, printers, etc).  Working as the Application Support Engineer, you will act as a liaison between the end-customer, business units and operations/development/engineering teams.  The candidate must be a team player willing to work a flexible schedule when required per deployment schedules (evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays).   Support will mostly be remote, assisting the boots on the ground support teams. However, occasional travel CONUS and OCONUS for more complicated support is in scope for this position.

We are seeking a talented Help Desk Specialist III to support our DHS program. The Help Desk Specialist III will serve as the lead help desk specialist providing administrative and technical guidance, training, and support to other help desk personnel. The Lead will manage help desk activities providing implementation, operation and troubleshooting assistance to staff and other employees. Responsible for performing qualitative and quantitative systems analysis, program development, and computer hardware/software troubleshooting on IT systems and mobile devices.

ValidaTek is searching for an Operations Voice Manager who will oversee all operations and enhancements of voice communication systems for a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users. 

ValidaTek is searching for a Senior Circuit Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex circuit layouts that support a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users.

ValidaTek is searching for a Primary Technical Control Facility Lead to manage the day-to-day operational status of a cryptographic technical control facility supporting a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users.

ValidaTek is searching for a Senior Registered Communications Distribution Designer to lead the planning and development of an advanced cable infrastructure supporting a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users.

ValidaTek is searching for a Senior Network Engineer to support our customer’s network architecture which is a part of a large telecommunications and networking infrastructure in a secured DoD environment.  The Sr. Network engineer will provide full network support to include design/architecture, planning, security, and troubleshooting of issues. 

ValidaTek is searching for a Requirements, Evaluation, and Design (RED) Team Lead to project manage the planning and implementation of IT solutions supporting a large, enterprise-wide telecommunications and networking infrastructure in a secured DoD environment. 

ValidaTek is searching for a Project Execution Manager to support projects for a large, enterprise-wide telecommunications and networking infrastructure in a secured DoD environment. As an experience project manager, this individual will utilize best practices, processes, and procedures to drive various projects to successful completion. 

ValidaTek is searching for a Voice Technician to support and maintain telephony systems supporting a large telecommunications and networking infrastructure in a secured DoD environment. This individual will have a strong background in all telecommunications systems and utilize this expertise to troubleshoot and resolve end user issues. 

ValidaTek is searching for a Cable Technician supporting a large telecommunications and networking infrastructure in a secured DoD environment. This role will focus on installing, maintaining, and repairing fiber optic and cabling systems to ensure connectivity and performance.  The Cable Technician will adhere to all applicable rules and regulations, focusing on the utilization of best practices and safety.  This role will conduct routine maintenance checks and emergency repairs as needed and ensure proper documentation of all installations and repairs.

ValidaTek is searching for a Registered Communications Distribution Designer to lead the planning and development of an advanced cable infrastructure supporting a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users.

ValidaTek is searching for a MAC Lead to oversee and coordinate all aspects of network modifications, additions, and changes to a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users. 

ValidaTek is searching for an Inside/Outside Plant Manager to oversee development, installation, and maintenance of inside and outside plant cabling systems that support a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users.  The Plant Manager will ensure the integrity and reliability of the cabling system, adhering to all required regulations and regulatory requirements that include safety and training. 

- ValidaTek is searching for a Tier 2 Helpdesk Lead CAB Manager for Tech Control to oversee the operations of the help desk operations that supports a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users. As the primary point of contact between the help desk and leadership, this manager will focus on customer service, performance, and optimization of processes to ensure end users have the support they need to be successful when utilizing the network. 

ValidaTek is searching for a Cable Technician supporting a large telecommunications and networking infrastructure in a secured DoD environment. This role will focus on installing, maintaining, and repairing fiber optic and cabling systems to ensure connectivity and performance.  The Cable Technician will adhere to all applicable rules and regulations, focusing on the utilization of best practices and safety.  This role will conduct routine maintenance checks and emergency repairs as needed and ensure proper documentation of all installations and repairs.

ValidaTek is searching for a Rapid Response Team Sr. Network Engineer who will act as the Subject Matter Expert for the configuration, security, and troubleshooting of the network framework that supports a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users.  As part of the Rapid Response Team, the Sr. Network Engineer will focus on the optimization of the network framework to prevent system intrusions and respond with urgency when a breach occurs. 

ValidaTek is searching for a Rapid Response Team Lead to oversee the integrity, security, and efficiency of the network framework that supports a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users.  This will entail ensuring the framework meets all required engineering and security requirements and safeguards the system from all intrusions.

ValidaTek is searching for an Infrastructure Operations Manager to manage the day-to-day support of an IT infrastructure program that provides a common view for all enterprise-wide capabilities, supported by structured processes, priorities, knowledge sharing, and focus on performance management.  This program provides our customer clear lines of accountability and will drive execution.  The Infrastructure Operations Manager will provide customers day-to-day support by responding to, documenting, tracking, resolving, and managing customer issues, questions, and requests. 

ValidaTek is searching for a Program Manager to oversee an IT infrastructure program that provides a common view for all enterprise-wide capabilities, supported by structured processes, priorities, knowledge sharing, and focus on performance management.  This program provides our customer clear lines of accountability and will drive execution.  The Program Manager has ultimate responsibility for the strategic vision and successful delivery of the program with frequent communication to the customer and ValidaTek leadership.  This role also has fiduciary responsibility for revenue generation and will provide leadership that motivates and rewards team members for outstanding performance.

  - Does time in Excel excite you more than scrolling through Instagram? - Are you process-driven and solution-oriented? - Do you enjoy problem solving and performing root cause analysis? - Are you willing to learn the tools of the trade on the job?  If you answered 'yes' to the questions above, please keep reading.   ValidaTek is seeking an attention-to-detail-oriented Junior Business Analyst to support our enterprising Program Management Office (PMO) Team. This critical role will collaborate with every layer of the organization from: corporate services, delivery operations, business development, and executive leadership. The ideal candidate will develop, design and implement process quality and improvement programs and initiatives. Collaborate with quality, business process owners, and other functional areas on strategic planning for process quality improvements. Evaluate results of process analysis, audits, and plan implementation to determine organizational efficiency. Analyze and resolve process quality issues and needs as they relate to the organization's process performance and adherence to quality requirements.   Hybrid: Must be able to commute to our HQ in McLean, Virginia.

ValidaTek is searching for a Human Resources Business partner who will support the HR needs of several of our business operations and who will focus on projects requiring an in depth understanding of metrics and analysis.  Reporting to the Sr. HR Manager, the Business Partner will function as a trusted advisor and business partner, providing guidance on human resources operational issues and employment law.  This role will also develop new programs and initiatives to meet management and employee needs. 

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Contracts Administrator to join our team. As a Senior Contracts Administrator, you will play a crucial role in managing the organization's contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, mitigating risks, and optimizing contract terms. You will be responsible for overseeing the entire contract process, from negotiation and review to execution and maintenance. This individual will ensure that contract and procurement policies are being completed and implemented properly in an agile and growing environment.

Provides technical program management for an IT Operations Center (enterprise-wide Network Operations Center (NOC) and Service Desk (SD)) and manages staff and performance in accordance with specified objectives. Provides leadership and expertise for all related operations center functions, ensure efficient processes, and implement performance monitoring and improvement measures. Oversees and manages an integrated, high performing team in a dynamic 24x7 work environment to ensure implementation of ITSM and IT Operations Center functions and provide technical network engineering and problem resolution coordination/support.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Sets procedures, technical standards, and methods for all IT Operations Center functions; maintains responsibility for control, coordination, and execution of all IT Operations Center activities; and serves as the single POC for customer on all contractor activities.  Plans workload and job scheduling priorities, supervises personnel, and communicates ongoing changes in tasks, goals, or performance.  Manages technical challenges, coordinates with the Security Operations Center and other stakeholders in incident response, ensures problem resolution, maintains knowledge base, and identifies and minimizes risks.

Provides program management and transition support to programs ensuring that implementation and defined activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives. Manages programs of varying complexity and size. Participates on teams through some or all phases of projects including Project Initiation, Project Planning, Project Execution, Project Monitoring and Control, Project Closure. Ensures that the project plan, scope, work breakdown structure, schedule, risk, budget, and deliverables are in alignment with the program goals and objectives as defined by the statement of work. Facilitates the efforts of team members to achieve their project and/or task goals and initiatives.

ValidaTek will be adding a Senior Capture Manager to our Capture Team. This position will provide leadership and support for all phases of the capture life-cycle. The Senior Capture manager will utilize their experience and knowledge of the capture process for full and open, strategic capture opportunities. This manager will oversee the development of a winning strategy with a common vision for the capture, solution, proposal team, and teaming partners. This includes building a strategy that considers the customer requirements (both articulated and hidden), amplifies the strengths of the organization, and articulates a compelling case for ‘Why ValidaTek’.

Provides senior level program management support to ensure the successful execution of program implementation, service requests, and contract performance carried out in accordance with federal law enforcement mission critical specified objectives. Manages programs of varying technical complexities and sizes while providing an outstanding customer experience. Manages teams of 60 - 80 FTEs through Project Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring/Control, and Closure. Ensures that the program plan, scope, work breakdown structure, schedule, risk, budget, and deliverables are in alignment with the program goals and objectives as defined by the statement of work. Provides customer centric leadership through the coordination, communication, and complete accountability for this enterprise-wide IT services support contract. Facilitates the efforts of team members to achieve their project plans and potential in a dynamically diverse technical environment to ensure the success of critical priorities.

The Senior Proposal Manager will join a growing bid team of proposal managers, technical writers, proposal analysts, and graphic designers. This role works closely with capture managers and subject matter experts (SMEs) to craft proposals for Information Technology (IT) projects. This strategically important position will impact company growth.   The Senior Proposal Manager will lead the development of all proposal components, working closely with business leadership, technical specialists, and other team members. This position requires a collaborative team member who can effectively work across all levels of ValidaTek, gathering information and producing proposals under tight deadlines. The candidate must be able to proactively engage with key stakeholders to ensure that all content is appropriate and created at the highest quality standards, while maintaining complete accuracy and proper handling of sensitive data.  

ValidaTek is seeking a self-motivated and experienced Senior Solutions Architect to support development of technical solutions and work as part of our Business Development and Capture Management Team. The ideal candidate will work with a team that architects, designs, and develops the technical responses for proposals in compliance with requests for proposal (RFPs) requirements; analyzes RFPs’ requirements; responsible for full life-cycle development of technical solutions; partner with the proposal manager to oversee, develop, produce, and deliver high-quality technical approaches, including both written responses and oral presentations, while ensuring compliance with solicitation requirements.  

ValidaTek is seeking Systems Engineers to support an exciting new DoD Program at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. This is a unique program to design, engineer, and deliver a modernized infrastructure to replace the current operational infrastructure that has reached end-of-life. This program will provide all engineering and related support necessary to develop a SIP (Session Initiated Protocol)-based policy engine routing solution that can ensure continuity of operations in the event of a single policy engine and/or SBC failure.    Handles multiple applications, systems, network, and/or telecommunications activities. Manages information systems throughout the organization. May include programming, analysis, networking, data processing, and/or administration responsibilities. Resolves technical problems. Researches and recommends technology.  Coordinates information system priorities.

  - Does time in Excel excite you more than scrolling through Instagram? - Are you process-driven and solution-oriented? - Do you enjoy problem solving and performing root cause analysis? - Are you willing to learn the tools of the trade on the job?  If you answered 'yes' to the questions above, please keep reading.   ValidaTek is seeking an attention-to-detail-oriented Junior Business Analyst to support our enterprising Program Management Office (PMO) Team. This critical role will collaborate with every layer of the organization from: corporate services, delivery operations, business development, and executive leadership. The ideal candidate will develop, design and implement process quality and improvement programs and initiatives. Collaborate with quality, business process owners, and other functional areas on strategic planning for process quality improvements. Evaluate results of process analysis, audits, and plan implementation to determine organizational efficiency. Analyze and resolve process quality issues and needs as they relate to the organization's process performance and adherence to quality requirements.    

ValidaTek is looking for a Senior Program Manager for a large, complex IT platform service with multiple task orders.  As the main liaison with customer leadership, the Senior Program Manager will have responsibility for the overall management of task orders, ensuring that technical solutions are maintained to expected customer operational levels and product schedules are delivered on time and meeting customer expectations.  This will include product integration planning, maintaining interfaces with other functional systems, and providing regular status reports to customers. The Senior Program Manager will provide leadership to the contract staff, oversee the effectiveness of any subcontractors, and ensure all personnel are providing services that meet and exceed customer expectations.   

ValidaTek is seeking an IT Service Desk Specialist to support an exciting new program for Soft Switch Backbone (SSBB) Modernization (SSBM) for DISA. This is a brand new program to design, engineer, and deliver a modernized SSBB to replace the current operational SSBB that has reached end-of-life. This program will provide all engineering and related support necessary to develop an SIP (Session Initiated Protocol)-based policy engine routing solution that can ensure continuity of operations in the event of a single policy engine and/or SBC failure. Support for this effort is largely remote with occasional on-site support at DISA HQ, Ft. Meade, MD.    Handles multiple applications, systems, network, and/or telecommunications activities. Manages information systems throughout the organization. May include programming, analysis, networking, data processing, and/or administration responsibilities. Resolves technical problems. Researches and recommends technology. Coordinates information system priorities.  

ValidaTek is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer for a large, complex IT platform service with multiple task orders. This position will serve as the operational lead for platform and software products. Duties will include:

ValidaTek is seeking a Information System Security Officer (ISSO) for a large, complex IT platform service with multiple task orders. As the official ISSO for this program, this role will oversee and manager the overall cyber posture of the IT products as well as the agency accreditations maintained by the program office for all products. TheISSO will serve as the principal advisor, facilitator, and coordinator to all program key personnel (both government and contractor) regarding all cyber security related topics across all areas of the IT products.  This role will ensure that operational systems maintain and update all necessary accreditations as new requirements are identified for the program, new services are operationalized, and new vulnerabilities are observed.  This individual will be considered the subject matter expert on the agency risk management framework and how it applies to commercial cloud platforms used by the agency as well as how it applies to software modernization through DevSecOps automation. 

ValidaTek is looking for a Senior Solutions Architect for a large, complex IT platform service with multiple task orders.  This role will design and implement distributed systems, scalable workloads, big data, and DevSecOps software in a government cloud environment. This Senior Solutions Architect will analyze customer requirements and lead the design and development of a distributed system in a secured government cloud environment that includes scalable workloads, big data, and DevSecOps software.  This position will develop and maintain the cloud network, security, and systems documentation. 

Provides project/program management support to programs and/or projects ensuring that implementation and defined activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives.  Manages projects/programs of varying complexity and size. Participates on teams through some or all phases of projects including Project Initiation, Project Planning, Project Execution, Project Monitoring and Control, Project Closure. Ensures that the project plan, scope, work breakdown structure, schedule, risk, budget, and deliverables are in alignment with the project/program goals and objectives as defined by the statement of work. Facilitates the efforts of team members to achieve their project and/or task goals and initiatives.

Provides project/program management support to programs and/or projects ensuring that implementation and defined activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives.  Manages projects/programs of varying complexity and size. Participates on teams through some or all phases of projects including Project Initiation, Project Planning, Project Execution, Project Monitoring and Control, Project Closure. Ensures that the project plan, scope, work breakdown structure, schedule, risk, budget, and deliverables are in alignment with the project/program goals and objectives as defined by the statement of work. Facilitates the efforts of team members to achieve their project and/or task goals and initiatives.

Provides project/program management support to programs and/or projects ensuring that implementation and defined activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives.  Manages projects/programs of varying complexity and size. Participates on teams through some or all phases of projects including Project Initiation, Project Planning, Project Execution, Project Monitoring and Control, Project Closure. Ensures that the project plan, scope, work breakdown structure, schedule, risk, budget, and deliverables are in alignment with the project/program goals and objectives as defined by the statement of work. Facilitates the efforts of team members to achieve their project and/or task goals and initiatives.  ​ - Assigns resources to projects, establishes project objectives, and monitors progress. - Develops project plans, and facilitates resolution of all issues to reach project goals. - Manages project budget to reach revenue, cost, and profit targets. - Manages and communicates ongoing changes in tasks, goals, or performance. - Participates in client meetings, contract finalization, and development of requirements and specifications. - Prioritizes, tracks, and manages complex projects ensuring deadlines are met. - Monitors progress, and adjusts schedules and resources to meet key goals. - Identifies and minimizes risks and issues; escalates and mitigates as needed. - Facilitates and guides meetings and project planning to ensure appropriate scope and resource allocation. - May be responsible for ensuring successful integration of all project/program segments and services. - May serve as primary liaison with project/program sponsors, customers and other stakeholders.

Responsible for the design, installation, analysis, troubleshooting and maintenance of computer networks. Develops and maintains a network that provides maximum and efficient performance and reliability for users. Performs tasks such as installation and configuration, testing and maintenance on new server hardware and software infrastructures; identification, diagnosis and resolution of network problems; and maintenance of required certification from key vendors. Responsible for keeping the network secure from a variety of threats and the recommendation and scheduling of network repairs.   Provide shift leadership for the Global Agile Integrated Transport (GAIT) Network Support Center (NSC) Operations Cell (OC). Responsible for overall operation of the NSC to include schedules, resources, reports and safety. The Shift Lead may also perform other functions but is clearly designated as the Shift Lead and is overall responsible for 24/7/365 GAIT operations during his/her shift. Overall responsible for GAIT missions and NSC operations.

Responsible for the design, installation, analysis, troubleshooting and maintenance of computer networks. Develops and maintains a network that provides maximum and efficient performance and reliability for users. Performs tasks such as installation and configuration, testing and maintenance on new server hardware and software infrastructures; identification, diagnosis and resolution of network problems; and maintenance of required certification from key vendors. Responsible for keeping the network secure from a variety of threats and the recommendation and scheduling of network repairs.  

Responsible for the design, installation, analysis, troubleshooting and maintenance of computer networks. Develops and maintains a network that provides maximum and efficient performance and reliability for users. Performs tasks such as installation and configuration, testing and maintenance on new server hardware and software infrastructures; identification, diagnosis and resolution of network problems; and maintenance of required certification from key vendors. Responsible for keeping the network secure from a variety of threats and the recommendation and scheduling of network repairs.   Support the Global Agile Integrated Transport (GAIT) Network Support Center (NSC) contract providing Engineering and Operations Support Services.  Perform engineering activities as they pertain to space based equipment.  These include, but are not limited to: development of SATCOM system specifications, engineering plans and test plans; development of SATCOM based architectures and frameworks (i.e. operational views, structural views); development of test plans and procedures; provide support to technology working groups and integrated product teams; develop technology development plans; provide support in assessment of technology maturity; develop technology transition plans. This position will support the development and refinement of the network/system design by effectively leveraging emulation test bed capability and other lab assets for the refinement and continual improvement of the GAIT including network architecture development, outlining evaluation criteria, and developing experiments and test plans. Must have strong knowledge of networking technologies and the analytical background to cleanly define it, analyze it, and relate results back to the system design/characteristics.

GAIT Task Manager (TM) serves as the primary point of contact for all task order activities and issues. Ensures each task is performed efficiently, accurately, on time, and in compliance with the requirements. Coordinates, as necessary, with the Program Manager and the COR-TO to ensure that individual tasks are managed consistently with overall contract requirements. The Task Manager shall ensure timely and accurate submission of invoices.   The Deputy Program Manager/Task Manager serves as the primary point of contact for all task order activities and issues. Ensures each task is performed efficiently, accurately, on time, and in compliance with the requirements. Coordinates, as necessary, with the Program Manager and the COR-TO to ensure that individual tasks are managed consistently with overall contract requirements. The Task Manager shall ensure timely and accurate submission of invoices.