Science and Technology Coordinator (TS/SCI Clearance ) with Security Clearance

ONR Science and Technology Coordinator Location: Arlington, VA FT/PT Status: Full Time Required Clearance: TOP SECRET/SCI Overview: Strategic Analysis is seeking an experienced Science and Technology (S&T) Coordinator (Program Manager) to support our efforts for a high-profile program within the Office of Naval Research (ONR). The successful candidate will oversee and coordinate scientific and technical efforts for government research programs, manage a team of scientists and engineers, and provide executive-level support to senior government officials. The role requires technical proficiency, strong leadership skills, and extensive experience in managing research teams within a defense-related context. As a Program Analyst, you will:
• Lead and manage a team of scientists and engineers working on Government contracts related to ONR Science and Technology (S&T) programs.
• Oversee day-to-day activities and ensure the team meets project milestones and objectives.
• Provide guidance and strategic direction in the areas of life sciences, social sciences, or human-systems integration.
• Establish and implement process improvements and training programs for junior staff.
• Coordinate and manage outreach events to promote research efforts.
• Develop and synthesize technical reports, summarizing complex material for senior government executives.
• Collaborate with ONR program officers and science advisors in the context of S&T technology development.
• Provide executive-level support to Government Senior Executives, preparing briefings, reports, and other materials. Provide analytical and administrative support to the DSB Summer Study and Quick Task Forces Qualifications:
• U.S. Citizen and current DoD TOP SECRET security clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Doctor of Science (ScD) from an accredited college or university plus five (5) years of relevant work experience; or Master's Degree plus ten (10) years of relevant work experience in at least one of the following research disciplines: Life Science (e.g., biology, physiology, neuroscience), Social Science (e.g. psychology), or a domain related to Human-Systems Integration or related science
• Ability to work onsite in Arlington three (3) days a week
• Demonstrated understanding of the organizational structure and functions of the components of the Naval Research Enterprise (NRE); to include the roles of ONR program officers and science advisors in S&T technology development
• Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, organizational, communication, and analytical skills. For example: established and implemented process improvement initiatives, managed workshops, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to read technical material and synthesize important information and/or briefly summarize the material
• Recent experience providing support to Government Senior Executives
• Have experience and be proficient in the following: Microsoft Office 365 (specifically, Word, Power Point, Outlook, SharePoint Online, Teams, and Excel); Communicating clearly, effectively, both orally verbally and in writing; Being effective working independently and collaboratively; Organizing and coordinating meetings; Demonstrating creativity, foresight, professionalism, and mature judgment in anticipating and addressing scientific, business, financial, or program management tasks. Preferred Qualifications:
• DAWIA certification or Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) certification or commercially available Project Management Certification (PMP); Prior Department of Defense (DoD) or Department of Navy (DON) experience. Degree(s) in political science, economics, international relations, security studies, and/or STEM
• Five (5) years of experience in developing and supporting Navy S&T programs.
• Experience preparing, handling, storing, couriering, and arranging for digital projection of classified information. Strategic Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to non-discrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability (physical or mental), age (40 or older), protected veteran status, genetic information (including family medical history) or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy includes but is not limited to the following employment actions: recruitment, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, compensation, fringe benefits, training, mentoring and sponsorship programs.