Arlington, VA, USA | Full Time

USAF Military Operations Analyst

DEFTEC delivers mission-critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by the critical missions of our clients, and we are driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products.

Position Overview

We are seeking a former USAF service member with operations expertise to directly support the DARPA Front Office. Candidate will be a bridge-maker between DARPA senior staff/Program Managers and the Service, Combatant Command, and DoD organizations to establish enduring relationships and create advocacy for DARPA technology. Primary responsibilities will include serving as a liaison between DARPA offices and the U.S. Air Force personnel, specifically to provide information and operational counsel to ensure that DARPA senior staff and PMs are aware of DoD operational challenges, capability gaps, and current and future concepts of operations. The successful candidate will assist in determining the technology application to address military operations challenges, identify relevant operational program concepts, and provide technical advice and recommendations on emerging military warfare and potential application of DARPA technology. Deliver counsel through written analysis, presentations, and other products for technology demonstrations, evaluations, and transitions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree

• 10+ years USAF service with operational experience

• Familiar with the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS)

• Active DoD Secret clearance and able to obtain a clearance up to TS/SCI

• Good rapport at dealing with the public, customer service expertise, excellent oral/written communication skills, and excellent organizational and time-management skills

• Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and respond to quick turn-around requests, and proficiency with modern PC systems and tools

  Desired Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI clearance

• Advanced degree in a STEM field

• Experience as a staff officer within Headquarters DoD, Military Service, or Combatant Command

• Working knowledge of DARPA and DoD policies and procedures

• Ability to translate warfighter needs, articulate capability gaps, and discuss current and projected Acquisition Programs within USAF

  DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole-life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401K with a match, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and educational reimbursement.

  DEFTEC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

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  DEFTEC Corp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding , and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law.