Current Opportunities
A key element to our success at DESE is to attract and retain the highest quality employees in the defense industry. Because our employees are our most valuable resource, we provide a comprehensive array of benefits, incentives and professional development opportunities to all members of the DESE Research, Inc., Team.
Job Title: Business Process Engineer / Enterprise Architecture Analyst - 2011-005
Location: Northern Virginia / Washington, DC / Maryland
Job Description:
- Works with staff members at multiple levels of the client organization to develop, analyze, and apply/use Enterprise Architecture models and data to support and enable Business Transformation and IT systems acquisition, integration, and modernization efforts,
- Develops architecture models, data and associated products in accordance with established U.S. Government and industry standards and best practices,
- Identifies, documents, and analyzes client operational and technical problems, risks, and opportunities in order to develop alternatives and recommendations for improvements,
- Performs DOTMLPF and gap/overlap analyses using architecture products and data,
- Prepares, delivers, and presents Enterprise Architecture products to clients for review,
- Prepares and delivers written reports and oral presentations on the results of Enterprise Architecture product and data analysis to clients,
- Develops and maintains strong relationships with current and prospective customers,
Job Requirements:
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor?s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology Management, Systems Engineering or a similar analytical discipline or equivalent experience,
Experience Requirements:
Required - Two (2) years of relevant experience, Desired - Five (5) years of relevant experience,
- Familiarity with Enterprise Architecture laws, policies, concepts, and principles,
- Knowledge of and experience with developing integrated architecture descriptions in accordance with the DoDAF,
- Knowledge of and experience with the DoD Business Enterprise Architecture (BEA), IT Portfolio Management, CPIM, Business Systems Certification, and other DoD directives, instructions, regulations, pamphlets, policies, procedures, and documents driving and guiding Enterprise Architecture development and use in the DoD.
- Working knowledge of and experience with business process, information flow, data, application, and technical infrastructure modeling concepts and standards, including, but not limited to: IEEE Standard 1320.1-1998 (IDEF0), BPMN, UML, IEEE Standard 1320.2-1998 (IDEF1X), Functional Decomposition, Data Flow Diagramming, and other industry-standard systems and information engineering modeling types.
- Working knowledge of the Federal Enterprise Architecture (FEA) and DoD Reference Models and the Federal Segment Architecture Methodology (FSAM).
- Working knowledge of and experience with integrated Enterprise Architecture modeling tools,
- Strong interpersonal skills and leadership skills,
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills,
- Able to plan, coordinate, and lead facilitated working sessions with client personnel,
- High degree of self-motivation and integrity; able to work with minimal supervision.
Certification Requirements:
Desired - Formal training and professional certifications related to Enterprise Architecture, Information Systems Engineering, Federal Chief Information Officer (CIO) responsibilities, Lean/Six Sigma, or Information Assurance.
Additional Qualifications:
Required - Working knowledge of and experience with Enterprise Architecture modeling tools,
Desired - Working knowledge of and experience with IBM Rational System Architect (formerly Telelogic, formerly Popkin), U.S. Army or other DoD experience.
Security Clearance:
Required - Must be capable of being cleared at the DoD Secret level. Desired - Current TS/SCI. Current polygraph (CI or Full Scope) preferred.
Travel Requirements: Almost entirely local travel, i.e. weekly visits to Government offices in the Washington, DC metropolitan area for the purposes of leading and participating in working sessions and meetings with clients. Anticipated distant travel time (TDY) not to exceed 5%.
Primary Work Location: Springfield, VA
Alternate Work Locations: Arlington, VA
Job Title: Enterprise Architecture Project Manager - 2011-004
Location: Northern Virginia / Washington, DC / Maryland
Job Description:
- Organizes, trains, leads and manages Enterprise Architecture development team members,
- Advises and assists leaders and staff members at multiple levels of client organizations with the development, analysis, and application/use of Enterprise Architecture models and data to support and enable Business Transformation and IT systems acquisition, integration, and modernization,
- Ensures architecture models, data and associated products are developed in accordance with established U.S. Government and industry standards and best practices,
- Prepares, coordinates, delivers, and presents periodic project plan and architecture product development updates, In-Progress Reviews (IPRs), and status reports to clients and corporate leadership,
- Leads and manages DOTMLPF and gap/overlap analyses using architecture products and data,
- Conducts project risk assessments, develops and implements appropriate risk mitigation strategies to prevent project problems, mitigate and manage risks, and resolve problems,
- Develops and maintains strong relationships with current and prospective customers,
- Helps sustain current client base and helps develop and capture new business opportunities,
- Assists with workforce recruiting, hiring, orientation, professional development, and retention,
Job Requirements:
Education Requirements:
Required - Bachelor?s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology Management, Systems Engineering or a similar analytical discipline or equivalent experience. Desired - Master?s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology Management, Systems Engineering or a similar analytical discipline or equivalent experience.
Experience Requirements:
Required - Five (5) or more years of relevant experience, Desired - Ten (10) or more years of relevant experience;
- Comprehensive knowledge of Enterprise Architecture laws, policies, concepts, and principles,
- Expert knowledge of and experience developing integrated architecture descriptions in accordance with the most current version of the DoDAF,
- Working knowledge of and experience with DoD Business Transformation Guidance, Business Enterprise Architecture (BEA), Enterprise Transition Plan (ETP), IT Portfolio Management, CPIM, Business Systems Certification, JCIDS, Defense Acquisition System (DoD 5000 series), PPBE, Business Capability Lifecycle (BCL), AR 25-1, AR 25-2, DIACAP, and other DoD and Army directives, instructions, regulations, pamphlets, policies, procedures, and documents driving and guiding Enterprise Architecture development and use in the DoD and the Army,
- Expert knowledge of and experience with business process, information flow, data, application, and technical infrastructure modeling concepts and standards, including, but not limited to: IEEE Standard 1320.1-1998 (IDEF0), BPMN, UML, IEEE Standard 1320.2-1998 (IDEF1X), Functional Decomposition, Data Flow Diagramming, and other industry-standard systems and information engineering modeling types,
- Working knowledge of the Federal Enterprise Architecture (FEA) and DoD Reference Models and the Federal Segment Architecture Methodology (FSAM),
- Experience providing modeling and analysis support to SOA projects,
- Expert knowledge of and experience with integrated Enterprise Architecture modeling tools,
- Strong interpersonal skills and leadership skills,
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills,
- Able to plan, coordinate, and lead facilitated working sessions with client personnel,
- High degree of self-motivation and integrity; able to work with minimal supervision.
Certification Requirements:
Desired - Formal training and professional certifications related to Project Management, Enterprise Architecture, Federal Chief Information Officer (CIO) responsibilities, IT Acquisition Management, Lean/Six Sigma, and/or Information Assurance.
Security Clearance:
Required - Must be capable of being cleared at the DoD Secret level, Desired - Current TS/SCI. Current polygraph (CI or Full Scope) preferred.
Travel Requirements: Almost entirely local travel, i.e. weekly visits to Government offices in the Washington, DC metropolitan area for the purposes of leading and participating in working sessions and meetings with clients. Anticipated distant travel time (TDY) not to exceed 5%.
Additional Qualifications:
Required - Working knowledge of and experience with Enterprise Architecture modeling tools,
Desired - Expert knowledge of and experience with IBM Rational System Architect (formerly Telelogic, formerly Popkin), Command and General Staff College (CGSC) or Combined Arms and Services Staff School (CAS3) graduate, U.S. Army Staff experience, Familiarity with U.S. Army Knowledge and Information Management practices.
Primary Work Location: Springfield, VA
Alternate Work Locations: Arlington, VA
Job Title: Systems Engineer - 2009-008
Location: Huntsville, AL
Education: Bachelor of Science Mechanical, Aerospace or Electrical Engineering
Experience: 5 years minimum. All applicants selected will be subject to a government security clearance and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Job Title: Engineer/Scientist (Ref 2011-001)
Location: Huntsville, AL
Develop and utilize advanced object-oriented programming techniques and tools to build aerospace vehicle simulations and conduct analyses. This will include flight algorithm and physics computer model development with heavy emphasis on deriving mathematical representations and coding.
Engineering or a related scientific degree with experience in and familiarity with some aspect of missile modeling and analysis such as dynamics, aerodynamics, control systems, and propulsion in a modeling and simulation context is required. Expertise with one or more systems languages (C++, Fortran, C) is required and familiarity with object-oriented techniques and scripting languages is desired. All experience levels are invited to respond.
Job Title: Engineer/Scientist (Ref 2011-002)
Location: Virginia/Washington, DC, All Locations
Education: BS degree and/or advanced degree in an engineering or field related to work area in which the individual will perform. Relevant experience may be substituted for specialized education.
Job Description: Creates and/or conducts enterprise architecture development, activity modeling, business oriented simulations or business process improvement activities. Successful applicant will make decisions and recommendations that have an important impact on the development, presentation and use of the above products. Duties require the use of advanced modeling and simulation tools and techniques. Projects entail both individual and group work in corporate and client site environments.
Desired Experience: Prior Army experience at the Major or above level. Record of successful performance of duties specifically related to Installation and Garrison operations. Advanced training in logistical fields. Experience in modeling and/or simulation using enterprise architecture tools such as Popkin System Architect. Familiarity with the Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DODAF) Document.
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain clearance is a requirement for employment.
Job Title: Analyst/Specialist (Ref 2011-003)
Location: Virginia/Washington, DC, All Locations
Education: BS or BA degree and/or advanced degree in a field related to work area in which the individual will perform. Relevant experience may be substituted for specialized education.
Job Description: Creates and/or conducts enterprise architecture development, activity modeling, business oriented simulations or business process improvement activities. Successful applicant will be required to perform detailed and complex calculations necessary to assess advanced systems and business concepts, assess specifications and perform system integration. Development, planning, coordination and integration of systems related requirements to support operational needs. May formulate and use mathematical models or representations to conduct analysis and make decisions and recommendations that have an important impact on the development, presentation and use of the above products. Duties require the use of advanced modeling and simulation tools and techniques. Projects entail both individual and group work in corporate and client site environments.
Desired Experience: Prior Army experience at the Major or above level. Record of successful performance of duties specifically related to Installation and Garrison operations. Advanced training in logistical fields. Experience in modeling and/or simulation using enterprise architecture tools such as Popkin System Architect. Familiarity with the Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DODAF) Document.
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain clearance is a requirement for employment.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DESE offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package. For confidential consideration, please send resume and salary requirements to:
Attn: Lisa Rogers, Human Resources;
315 Wynn Drive, Suite 2 Huntsville, AL 35805
lrogers@dese.com
Or Contact via email: lrogers@dese.com
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