D_Personnel_Qualifications.docx

ATTACHMENT D

PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS

The following personnel qualifications represent the minimum desired qualifications in terms of education and experience for each labor category. Additional requirements may be defined at the time of issuance of Individual Task Orders.

Program Manager

Experience. This senior level contract program manager (CPM) will be in charge of the overall management of awardee responsibilities under the Basic IDIQ Contract and all subsequent Program Task Orders. This person will develop, implement and continuously execute effective plans for overall contract management, contract administration, security and training/quality assurance. As part of the awardee's responsibilities, the CPM must be capable of planning, directing and coordinating the work activity of all personnel involved in all aspects of the contract and to integrate problem resolution in the ongoing work without loss of fiscal integrity and work force efficiency. Experience working in DoD is desirable, within a DoD research and development organization is more desirable, and within DARPA is most desirable. A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a contract program manager providing support to cutting edge research and development programs is required. The five (5) years of experience must include managing fiscal and personnel resources similar to those listed in the PWS.

Education: Requires a Master's degree in a relevant technical or business field. The determination of whether specialized experience is equivalent to specific educational requirement will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Senior Scientist/Engineer

Experience: At least seven years of experience at progressively more difficult levels in planning and developing technical projects of a research and development (R&D) nature, concerned with unique or controversial problems which have an important effect on major Department of Defense programs. Demonstrated skill in conceiving, planning and conducting research in problem areas of considerable scope and complexity requiring unconventional or novel approaches and sophisticated research techniques. Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently on research and development (R&D) engineering problems and methods, and to resolve important questions and to plan and coordinate work. Demonstrated experience in the use of advanced techniques, theories, precepts, and practices in one or more BTO technical areas is desired. At least five years extensive experience, background and knowledge of one or more DARPA programs are highly desirable.

Education: Masters of Science or Art degree in Biology, Neuroscience, Chemistry, Engineering and/or Mathematics. (Published articles in Field of Expertise is highly desirable.) The determination of whether specialized experience is equivalent to specific educational requirement will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Junior Scientist/Engineer

Experience: At least five years of experience at progressively more difficult levels in planning and developing technical projects of a research and development (R&D) nature, concerned with unique or controversial problems which have an important effect on major Department of Defense programs. Demonstrated skill in conceiving, planning and conducting research in problem areas of considerable scope and complexity requiring unconventional or novel approaches and sophisticated research techniques. Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently on research and development (R&D) engineering problems and methods, and to resolve important questions and to plan and coordinate work. Demonstrated experience in the use of advanced techniques, theories, precepts, and practices in one or more BTO technical areas is desired. At least two years extensive experience, background and knowledge of one or more DARPA programs are highly desirable.

Education: Bachelor of Science or Art degree in Biology, Neuroscience, Chemistry, Engineering and/or Mathematics. The determination of whether specialized experience is equivalent to specific educational requirement will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Senior Systems Analyst

Experience: At least seven years of experience in systems analysis, with a broad understanding of national security issues. Demonstrated experience must include (1) the analysis of system benefits derived from advanced technologies such as those listed the Performance Work Statement; (2) skill and efficiency in developing and executing analysis methodologies as appropriate for unique situations with minimal reliance on complicated war games, and (3) the ability to work effectively with technology developers and technology users to facilitate technology transfer. At least five years of experience, background and knowledge of one or more of the DARPA programs is highly desirable. At least three years of experience working with DARPA Program Managers is highly desirable.

Education: Masters of Science or Art degree in Biology, Neuroscience, Chemistry, Engineering and/or Mathematics. (Published articles in Field of Expertise is highly desirable.) The determination of whether specialized experience is equivalent to specific educational requirement will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Junior Systems Analyst

Experience: At least two years of experience in a technical program support environment including responsibility for program analysis. Demonstrated experience must include computer-related analysis, including (1) design and development of automated data processing and software tools to support complex program management requirements (including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point), and (2) analysis and preparation of high-qualify computer-generated documents and graphics for technical programs. Individual must have demonstrated the ability to work independently in a technical program support environment. Demonstration of these attributes in Research and Development (R&D) in one or more BTO technical areas. At least one year experience, background and knowledge of one or more DARPA programs is highly desirable. At least one year experience working with DARPA Program Managers is highly desirable.

Education: At least a Bachelor of Science or Art degree in Biology, Neuroscience, Chemistry, Engineering and/or Mathematics. The determination of whether specialized experience is equivalent to specific educational requirement will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Senior Technical Writer

Experience: At least four years of experience in analyzing and preparing documentation, writing, editing, and interpreting technical documentation standards and preparing documentation accordingly. At least three years of experience, background and knowledge of one or more DARPA Programs is highly desirable. At least two years of experience working with DARPA Program Managers is highly desirable.

Education: A Bachelor of Science or Art degree. The determination of whether specialized experience is equivalent to specific educational requirement will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Junior Technical Writer

Experience: At least two years of experience in analyzing and preparing documentation, writing, editing, and interpreting technical documentation standards and preparing documentation for both technical and lay audiences. At least two years of experience, background and knowledge of one or more of the programs delineated the SOO are highly desirable. At least one year experience working with DARPA Program Managers is highly desirable.

Education: A Bachelor of Science or Art degree. The determination of whether specialized experience is equivalent to specific educational requirement will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Senior Science Advisor

Experience: At least five years of experience in technical, scientific, or managerial fields providing problem definition, analysis, requirements development and implementation for complex to extremely complex technologies or technological systems. Demonstrated skill in conceiving, planning and conducting research and analysis in difficult technological problem areas of considerable scope and complexity requiring unconventional or novel approaches and sophisticated research techniques. Individual will have demonstrated ability to make decisions independently on research and development (R&D) engineering problems and methods, in resolving important questions, and planning and coordinating work. Individual will have demonstrated experience in the use of advanced techniques, theories, precepts, and practices in a scientific or technological discipline. Demonstration of all these attributes in R&D in one or more BTO technical areas is preferred. At least five years extensive experience, background and knowledge of one or more DARPA programs is highly desirable. At least three years of experience working with DARPA Program Managers is highly desirable.

Education: Bachelor of Science or Art degree in a scientific or technological discipline. Master's Degree or Ph.D in a scientific or technological discipline is preferred. The determination of whether specialized experience is equivalent to specific educational requirement will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Subject Matter Expert #3

Experience: At least twenty years of experience in technical or scientific fields and have expert credentials or be recognized as an authority. The individual will have demonstrated skills in conceiving, planning and conducting research and analysis in difficult technological problem areas of considerable scope and complexity requiring unconventional or novel approaches and sophisticated research techniques. Demonstration of all these attributes in R&D in one or more BTO technical areas is preferred. At least twenty years extensive experience, background and knowledge of one or more DARPA programs is highly desirable. At least five years of experience working with DARPA Program Managers is highly desirable.

Education: Ph.D in a scientific or technological discipline is required.

Subject Matter Expert #2

Experience: At least ten years of experience in technical or scientific fields and have expert credentials or be recognized as an authority. The individual will have demonstrated skills in conceiving, planning and conducting research and analysis in difficult technological problem areas of considerable scope and complexity requiring unconventional or novel approaches and sophisticated research techniques. Demonstration of all these attributes in R&D in one or more BTO technical areas is preferred. At least ten years extensive experience, background and knowledge of DARPA programs is highly desirable. At least five years of experience working with DARPA Program Managers is highly desirable.

Education: Master's Degree or Ph.D in a scientific or technological discipline. Ph.D in a scientific or technological discipline is preferred.

Subject Matter Expert #1

Experience: At least ten years developing and applying advanced methods, theories and research techniques in support of a complex concept, planning, and/or design or implementation problem. Recognized for achievements and/or technical expertise in subject matter.

Education: At least a Bachelor of Science or Art degree. The determination of whether specialized experience is equivalent to specific educational requirement will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Senior Program Analyst

Experience: At least five years of experience in DoD, preferably R&D. Demonstrated creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving problems in financial, administrative, and program management. Demonstrated experience in organizing and facilitating small meetings. Experience in developing, organizing, forecasting and maintaining financial budgets and tracking technical and financial milestones. Experience in creating and coordinating budget and acquisition funding documents. Requires knowledge/competence in analysis using modern PC computer techniques, systems, and tools. At least two years of experience working with DARPA is highly desirable.

Education: Bachelor of Science or Art degree or five years of experience in DoD. The determination of whether specialized experience is equivalent to specific educational requirement will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Junior Program Analyst

Experience: At least three years of experience in DoD, preferably R&D. Demonstrated creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving problems in financial, administrative, and program management. Demonstrated experience in organizing and facilitating small meetings. Experience in tracking technical and financial milestones. Experience in creating and coordinating budget and acquisition funding documents. Requires knowledge/competence in analysis using modern PC computer techniques, systems, and tools.

Education: At least a Bachelor of Science or Art degree or three years of experience. The determination of whether specialized experience is equivalent to specific educational requirement will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Principal Analyst

Experience Requirements/Duties: This position acts as a principal lead on analytical, consulting, or assessment processes in support of technical, business, and administrative goals of the program and directs a technical team in performance of complex tasks. At least ten (10) years of technical management and/or analysis experience in the management, direction and performance of complex technical projects; five years of which were spent managing a team of personnel performing complex technical projects is required. At least three years of experience working with DARPA Program Managers is highly desirable.

Education Requirements: At least a Bachelor of Science or Art degree with some management coursework preferred. The determination of whether specialized experience is equivalent to specific educational requirement will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Mid-Level Analyst

Experience: At least four years of experience in DoD, preferably in an R&D environment. Demonstrated creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving problems in financial, administrative and program management. Demonstrated experience in organizing small meetings. Experience in tracking technical and financial milestones. Requires knowledge/competence in web-based research as well as analysis using modern PC computer techniques, systems, and tools. At least 1 year experience working with DARPA is highly desirable.

Education: At least a Bachelor of Science or Art degree or 4 years of experience. The determination of whether specialized experience is equivalent to specific educational requirement will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Administrative Assistant

Experience: At least three years with progressive responsibility in organizing reports, etc.; providing assistance in tracking contract deliverables and organizing meetings; and taking notes of minutes; and providing administrative assistance to all members of a technical team as required. Must have good rapport at dealing with the public. Demonstrated experience must include at least two years creating, compiling, and editing computer-generated documentation including technical text and graphics. Strong spelling and grammar skills and ability to put documents in proper format is required. At least one year experience working with DARPA Program Managers is highly desirable.

Education: At least a High School Diploma or GED.

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