SPQ-15 Sources Sought Posting (Labor Qualification).pdf

DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A. Approved for public release: distribution is unlimited.

A. Recommended Labor Mix

Offerors’ proposal may not deviate from the total number of hours included in Section A.

Offerors have the latitude to propose the labor mix they believe is best to accomplish the requirements identified within the Statement of Work (SOW) in a high quality, efficient, and cost effective manner. Nevertheless, the Government has provided the below labor mix estimate to serve as a reference for prospective Offerors to better understand the overall distribution of skills throughout this effort. This estimate is based on historical requirements;

as such, this estimate will be considered in evaluating proposals. The Offeror may deviate but such deviation shall be explained in the Offeror’s Staffing Plan Narrative. If the proposed labor mix differs from the estimate provided above, the Offeror shall describe how/why the proposed labor mix will result in a high quality, efficient, and cost effective solution. If the Offeror does not explain deviations from the below labor mix it may result in upward cost adjustments or one or more weaknesses/deficiencies during evaluation.

Labor Category Base Period

Option Year 1

Option Year 2

Option Year 3

Option Year 4 Total

Computer Programmer IV (Key) 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 9600

Engineer, Systems IV (Key) 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 9600

Manager, Program/Project III (Key) 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 9600

Specialist, Integrated Logistics Support IV (Key)

1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 9600

Technical Writer, Supervisory IV (Key) 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 9600

Acquisition Cost Estimator I 960 960 960 960 960 4800

Assembler 960 960 960 960 960 4800

Computer Programmer III 960 960 960 960 960 4800

Drafter CAD Operator III 480 480 480 480 480 2400

Electronics Technician, Maintenance II 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 9600

Electronics Technician, Maintenance III 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 9600

Engineer, Computer III 960 960 960 960 960 4800

Engineer, Computer IV 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 9600 Engineer, Cyber Security

III 960 960 960 960 960 4800

Engineer, Electrical/Electronic II 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 9600

Engineer, Electronic III 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 9600

Engineer, Mechanical II 480 480 480 480 480 2400

Engineer, Mechanical III 480 480 480 480 480 2400

Engineer, Software II 480 480 480 480 480 2400

Engineer, Software III 480 480 480 480 480 2400

Engineer, Systems III 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 9600 Specialist, Information System Security II 960 960 960 960 960 4800

29280 29280 29280 29280 29280 146400

Labor Surge

28280 28280 28280 28280 29280 146400

TASK ORDER LABOR CATEGORY QUALIFICATIONS

To perform the requirements of the SOW, the Government requires personnel with the appropriate experience and professional development qualifications. All Contractor personnel shall be qualified and maintain certifications as prescribed throughout this SOW and in accordance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Clause 252.239-7001, on the first day of performance and throughout the duration of the contract.

Personnel providing service under the contract shall be required to possess and maintain current certifications in accordance with DFARS Clause 252.239-7001, DoD Approved Baseline Certifications.

All Key individuals must be available with required Security Clearances in place. Professional Development includes honors, degrees, publications, professional licenses and certifications and similar evidence of professional accomplishments that directly impact the Offeror’s ability to perform the contract. The years of experience are in addition to appropriate professional development. It is incumbent upon the Offeror to demonstrate that the proposed personnel have appropriate credentials to perform the work. Labor qualification levels are desired for those individuals (Key) whose resumes are submitted for evaluation with the proposal.

Accumulation of Qualifying Experience – Categories of experience may be accumulated concurrently.

Two groups of Personnel will support this order — Key Personnel and Non-Key Personnel.

1. Key Personnel are the Personnel whose resumes are submitted with the Offeror's proposal for evaluation purposes. Key Personnel qualification levels are desired for those individuals whose resumes are submitted for evaluation with the proposal. However, personnel who are part of the Cyber Security Workforce (CSWF) are required to possess the applicable certification(s) that allow for the proper IT designations needed in order to perform tasking on this Task Order. As a result, CSWF certifications are required for all personnel including both “Key” and “Non-Key”.

2. Non-Key Personnel are the Personnel proposed to provide support in positions that are not identified as Key.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS SUBSTITUTION OF EXPERIENCE FOR EDUCATION

Labor Category EDU EXP PhD Masters Bachelors Associates High School or GED

Computer Programmer IV (Key) BS 10 5

Engineer, Systems IV (Key) BS 10 7 Manager, Program/Project III (Key) BS 15

Specialist, Integrated Logistics Support IV (Key) BS 10 7

Technical Writer, Supervisory IV (Key) BS 12 2

Acquisition Cost Estimator I BS 0 Assembler HS/GED 3 Computer Programmer III BS 10 5 Drafter CAD Operator III AS 5 3 Electronics Technician, Maintenance II HS/GED 4 3

Electronics Technician, HS/GED 8 5

Maintenance III Engineer, Computer III BS 8 5 Engineer, Computer IV BS 10 7 Engineer, Cyber Security III BS 8 5 Engineer, Electrical/Electronic II BS 4 3

Engineer, Electronic III BS 8 5

Engineer, Mechanical II BS 4 3 Engineer, Mechanical III BS 8 5 Engineer, Software II BS 4 3

Engineer, Software III BS 8 5 Engineer, Systems III BS 8 5 Specialist, Information System Security II BS 4 3

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

All personnel shall possess, at a minimum a DoD Industrial Security Clearance of at least SECRET. Some of the efforts will be at the TOP SECRET/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) level. Clearance requirements are listed for each associated Labor Category in the table below.

Note: All persons performing as Privileged Users are required to have and maintain a final adjudicated Tier 5 security investigation with an IT Level I designation in Defense Information System for Security (DISS). All persons performing as Enhanced User and Core User are required to have and maintain a final adjudicated Tier 3 security investigation with an IT Level II designation. All persons performing as Authorized Users are required to have and maintain a final adjudicated Tier 1 security investigation with an IT Level III designation.

Labor Category Clearance

Requirement IT Level Designation DFARS 252.239-7001

Baseline Certification Computer Programmer IV (Key) SECRET IT Level I

Tier 5 / Special-Sensitive Position IASAE III

Engineer, Systems IV (Key) SECRET IT Level I Tier 5 / Special-Sensitive Position IASAE III

Manager, Program/Project III (Key)

SECRET

Specialist, Integrated Logistics Support IV (Key) SECRET Technical Writer, Supervisory IV (Key)

SECRET

Acquisition Cost Estimator I SECRET Assembler SECRET

Computer Programmer III SECRET IT Level I

Tier 5 / Special-Sensitive Position

Drafter CAD Operator III SECRET N/A Electronics Technician, Maintenance II

SECRET IT Level I Tier 5 / Special-Sensitive Position

Electronics Technician, Maintenance III

SECRET

IT Level I Tier 5 / Special-Sensitive Position

Engineer, Computer III

Engineer, Computer IV

Engineer, Cyber Security III SECRET

Tier 5 / Special-Sensitive Position IAT III

Engineer, Electrical/Electronic

II

Engineer, Electronic III

Engineer, Mechanical II

Engineer, Mechanical III SECRET IT Level I Tier 5 / Special-Sensitive Position

Engineer, Software II SECRET IT Level I

Tier 5 / Special-Sensitive Position

IASAE II

Engineer, Software III SECRET IT Level I

Tier 5 / Special-Sensitive Position IASAE II

Engineer, Systems III SECRET Specialist, Information System Security II SECRET

IT Level II IAM Level II

B. Government Defined Labor Categories

KEY PERSONNEL – MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

COMPUTER PROGRAMMER IV

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited university is required. A Master of Science in a relevant field is highly desired.

Experience:

• A combined total of Ten (10) years of progressive, full-time professional experience in designing and developing complex software systems with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Creating or maintaining operating systems, communications software, database packages, compilers, assemblers, or utility programs for software applications o Ability to program in multiple programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, JQuery, Voice over IP (VoIP), and Session Initiated o Software development, lifecycle, architecture, and design experience o Experience in analysis and interpretation of user requirements and in the development of design documentation o Experience in designing, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation of software programs o Demonstrated ability to develop and support technical positions, to justify technical recommendations, and to write technical publications and reports o Experience with the deployment and sustainment of software systems in a DoD operational environment, including providing on-site support and collaborating with government and military end-users.

o Proven experience leading software development efforts within a DoD contract environment, including participation in formal technical reviews (System Requirements Review, Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review) and delivery of software-related Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs).

o Leading the design and implementation of DevSecOps pipelines, integrating automated security scanning, testing, and continuous monitoring into the software development lifecycle.

o Experience architecting and deploying applications using virtualization and containerization technologies (e.g., VMware, Docker, Kubernetes) to enhance scalability and portability.

ENGINEER, SYSTEMS IV

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university is required. A Master of Science in Systems Engineering or a related technical field is highly desired.

Required Certification: N/A

• Experience:

• A combined total of Ten (10) years of full-time professional experience in all of the following skillsets/disciplines:

o Serving as the lead technical authority for the complete systems engineering lifecycle of complex system of systems, from initial concept and requirements analysis through deployment and sustainment.

o Proven experience as the primary technical interface to government and military stakeholders, successfully leading major program milestones and formal design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) within a DoD acquisition environment.

o Architecting and managing the technical baseline for large-scale systems, including the development of system-of-systems architectures and the definition of all external and internal interface control documents (ICDs).

o Leading the integration, verification, and validation (IV&V) strategy for radar and command-and-control (C2) systems to ensure operational effectiveness.

o Applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies to model and analyze the performance, behavior, and structure of systems of systems networks.

o Directing technical trade studies and analyses to drive critical decisions on system design, architecture, and technology insertion in support of DoD operational requirements.

SPECIALIST, INTEGRATED LOGISTICS SUPPORT IV

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related technical field from an accredited university is required. A Master's degree in a relevant field is highly desired.

Experience:

• Ten (10) years of progressive, full-time professional experience in leading Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) for major DoD acquisition programs, with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Developing, executing, and managing the comprehensive Integrated Logistics Support Plan (ILSP) for complex, software-intensive systems, specifically including radar data distribution or similar command-and-control (C2) systems.

o Serving as the lead logistician in a DoD contract environment, responsible for all logistics-related program milestones, technical reviews, and the delivery of logistics-specific CDRLs.

o Leading the Logistics Support Analysis (LSA) process to influence system design for supportability and to determine maintenance, sparing, and support equipment requirements.

o Overseeing the development and delivery of all ILS elements, including configuration management, Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), training curricula for operators and maintainers, provisioning and sparing analyses, and support equipment.

o Experience planning for the full sustainment lifecycle, from initial fielding and operator training in a DoD environment to depot-level maintenance planning and managing obsolescence.

o Managing the logistics budget and schedule to ensure all support products are developed and delivered in alignment with the overall program plan

TECHNICAL WRITER, SUPERVISORY IV

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Journalism, or a related field from an accredited university is required. A degree in an engineering or technical discipline is a plus.

Required Certification:

• Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC) from the Society for Technical Communication (STC) is highly desired.

Experience:

• Twelve (12) years of progressive, full-time professional experience in technical writing for DoD programs, with at least five (5) of those years in a supervisory role, and with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Leading a team of technical writers to develop and deliver the complete documentation suite for complex systems, specifically including radar data distribution or similar command-and-control (C2) systems.

o Serving as the primary point of contact for all technical documentation matters within a DoD contract environment, including planning, scheduling, and managing all documentation-related CDRLs.

o Expert-level knowledge of and experience applying military documentation standards, such as MIL-STD-40051 for IETMs and MIL-STD-38784 for general technical manual content.

o Overseeing the authoring, editing, and production of a wide range of technical documents, including system specifications, operator manuals, maintenance manuals, training materials, and computer-based training (CBT) materials, and IETMs.

o Establishing and enforcing documentation standards, style guides, and quality control processes for the entire technical writing team.

o Working directly with systems engineers, software developers, logisticians, and government representatives to gather technical information and ensure the accuracy, clarity, and completeness of all documentation.

o Leading the development of technical data in accordance with S1000D, including the management of a Common Source DataBase (CSDB) and the creation of Data Modules and Publication Modules.

MANAGER, PROGRAM III

Education: Bachelor's level degree in an Engineering, Business/IT Management, or similar discipline.

Desired Certification:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) is highly desired.

Experience:

• Fifteen (15) years of progressive, full-time experience in leading large, complex programs for DoD customers, with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Holding profit and loss (P&L) responsibility for major DoD acquisition programs, specifically those involving the development and sustainment of radar data distribution or similar command-and-control (C2) systems.

o Serving as the primary point of contact and lead interface to senior government and military stakeholders, including the government Program Manager and Contracting Officer.

o Managing a portfolio of interdependent projects and directing the activities of subordinate project managers and cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, logistics).

o Developing and executing program-level strategy, managing the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and ensuring all cost, schedule, and performance objectives are met.

o Leading all aspects of program execution, from contract award through final delivery, including formal program reviews (e.g., Program Management Reviews), risk and opportunity management, and contract modifications.

o Ensuring all contractual requirements are met, including the timely delivery of all

CDRLs and adherence to all security and quality standards.

o Proven experience managing the full project engineering lifecycle for a DoD-based

'system of systems', from initial architecture and design through integration, production, fielding, and operational sustainment.

o Demonstrated experience overseeing manufacturing and production activities, including the management of supply chain, quality control, and factory acceptance testing (FAT).

NON-KEY PERSONNEL – REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

AQUISITION COST ESTIMATOR I must have:

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics, or a related analytical field from an accredited university is required.

Experience:

• Zero (0) to two (2) years of experience in cost analysis, financial analysis, or a related quantitative field is required. On-the-job training will be provided. Must demonstrate the ability to develop skills in the following areas:

o Assisting in the collection and analysis of cost, technical, and programmatic data for use in cost estimates.

o Developing proficiency in using spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel) for data manipulation and basic model development.

o Supporting the creation of cost estimating models and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) under direct supervision.

o Learning and applying basic cost estimating methodologies (e.g., analogy, parametric, engineering build-up).

o Assisting in the documentation of cost estimate assumptions, methodologies, and data sources.

o Working effectively within a project team environment and communicating clearly with program and engineering personnel.

ASSEMBLER must have:

Education: High School Diploma or GED. An Associate of Science in Electronics Technology or a certificate from a technical school in a relevant field is highly desired.

Certification:

• IPC J-STD-001, Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies.

• IPC-A-610, Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies.

• ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Control Certification.

• Three (3) to Five (5) years of full-time professional experience in electro-mechanical assembly with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, schematics, and detailed assembly instructions.

o Performing fine-pitch soldering and de-soldering on circuit boards and components under a microscope.

o Using a wide range of electronic assembly tools, including torque drivers, crimpers, wire strippers, and specialized test equipment.

o Performing in-process quality checks and final inspections to ensure products meet military and industry specifications.

o Assembling, wiring, and installing components into chassis, racks, and enclosures according to technical documentation.

COMPUTER PROGRAMMER III must have:

Education: A professional degree in Computer Science or Mathematics obtained from an accredited college or university.

Certification: N/A.

Experience:

• Ten (10) years of experience as a skilled developer creating or maintaining operating systems, communications software, database packages, compilers, assemblers, and utility programs for software applications.

• Desired experience programming at the field-programmable gate array (FPGA) and microcontroller levels.

• Seven (7) years of desired experience with multiple programming languages including C, C++, C#, Java, DotNET and with software development lifecycle, architecture, and design.

• Desired experience in both Windows and Unix development.

• Experience with UML, MS Project and MS Office tools.

• Experience in designing, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation of software programs.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and support technical positions, to justify technical recommendations, and to write technical publications and reports.

DRAFT CAD OPERATOR III must have:

Education: An Associate of Science degree in Drafting and Design Technology or a related technical field from an accredited institution. A technical certification in CAD software may be considered in lieu of a degree with extensive experience.

Certification:

• An Associate of Science degree in Drafting and Design Technology or a related technical field from an accredited institution. A technical certification in CAD software may be considered in lieu of a degree with extensive experience.

Experience:

• Five (5) years of full-time professional experience in computer-aided drafting and design with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Creating and modifying complex 2D and 3D models, technical drawings, and schematics using

CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or CREO.

o Thorough understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) standards (ASME

Y14.5).

o Developing and maintaining detailed drawing packages, including assembly drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and component details.

o Interpreting and applying engineering sketches, specifications, and supporting calculations to create accurate assembly, fabrication, source control, vendor item control, and installation control drawings.

o Managing drawing revisions, documentation control, and release processes within a Product Data Management (PDM) system.

o Collaborating with engineers and designers to resolve design issues and ensure the accuracy of final drawings.

ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN, MAINTENANCE II must have:

Education: A High School Diploma or GED, an Associate of Science degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or a related field from an accredited college or technical school is desired.

Certification:

• IPC J-STD-001, Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies certification is desired.

• Fiber Optic Association (FOA) Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) certification is a plus.

• Four (4) years of hands-on experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic systems with demonstrated experience in the following areas:

o Diagnosing and repairing electronic equipment and components down to the circuit card or component level.

o Using standard electronic test equipment, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers.

o Performing preventative maintenance, calibration, and alignment on electronic and communications systems.

o Reading and interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals to perform maintenance and repairs.

o Documenting maintenance actions, test results, and system configurations in maintenance logs and databases.

ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN, MAINTENANCE III must have:

Education: High School Diploma or GED, an Associate of Science degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or a related field from an accredited college or technical school is desired.

Certification:

• Certified Electronics Technician (CET) certification from the International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) is highly desired.

• IPC-7711/7721, Rework, Modification and Repair of Electronic Assemblies certification is highly desired.

Experience:

• Eight (8) years of progressive, hands-on experience in the maintenance and repair of complex electronic systems with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Performing advanced diagnostics and isolating faults on complex electronic, communication, and digital systems with minimal supervision.

o Developing and documenting troubleshooting procedures for new or unique electronic systems.

o Leading maintenance efforts, providing technical guidance, and mentoring junior technicians.

o Analyzing system performance trends and recommending preventative maintenance or modifications to improve reliability.

o Expert-level proficiency with a wide range of specialized test equipment to perform system-level and component-level analysis.

o Liaising with engineers to provide feedback on equipment performance and to assist in resolving complex technical problems.

ENGINEER, COMPUTER III must have:

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited university is required. A Master of Science in a relevant technical field is a plus.

Certification:

• CompTIA Security+ certification is required.

• Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) from INCOSE is desired.

Experience:

• Eight (8) years of professional experience in computer hardware and software engineering with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Independently designing, developing, and integrating complex hardware and software components.

o Leading troubleshooting efforts to diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software, and system integration issues with minimal supervision.

o Developing and implementing software for real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded platforms.

o Utilizing advanced functions of laboratory equipment (e.g., protocol analyzers, oscilloscopes) for in-depth system analysis and testing.

o Leading peer reviews of code and technical designs to ensure quality and adherence to standards.

o Contributing to the development of system architecture and technical documentation.

ENGINEER, COMPUTER IV must have:

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited university is required. A Master of Science in a relevant technical field is highly desired.

Certification:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is highly desired.

• PMP certification is a plus.

Experience:

• Ten (10) years of progressive experience in leading the design and development of complex computer systems with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Serving as a technical lead for the complete system development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and system architecture to integration, verification, and deployment.

o Architecting hardware and software solutions to meet demanding performance, security, and reliability requirements.

o Mentoring junior engineers, providing technical oversight, and leading design and code reviews.

o Performing system-level trade studies and analyses to determine optimal engineering solutions.

o Defining and managing system interfaces and ensuring compatibility across different subsystems.

o Developing technical proposals, presenting design concepts to stakeholders, and writing comprehensive technical reports.

ENGINEER, CYBER SECURITY III must have:

Education: Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, or Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Certification:

• DoD Approved DFARS 252.239-7001 Baseline Certification, minimum IAT Level III.

Experience:

• Eight (8) years of full-time professional experience in cybersecurity engineering and analysis with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Implementing and managing the Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DoD or Federal information systems, from system categorization to continuous monitoring.

o Engineering, implementing, and monitoring security measures for the protection of computer systems, networks, and information.

o Performing system hardening and configuration in accordance with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and industry best practices on both Windows and Linux systems.

o Conducting vulnerability assessments using tools such as the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Nessus, and other scanning tools, and leading remediation efforts.

o Configuring and managing security tools such as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, firewalls, Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), and Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS).

o Leading incident response activities, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery, and performing forensic analysis.

ENGINEER, ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC II must have:

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited university is required.

Certification:

• N/A Experience:

• Four (4) years of professional experience in electrical and electronic engineering with demonstrated experience in the following areas:

o Assisting in the design and development of analog and digital circuits, printed circuit boards (PCBs), and electronic components.

o Creating and modifying schematic diagrams and supporting PCB layout and fabrication processes using CAD tools (e.g., Altium, OrCAD).

o Building, testing, and debugging electronic prototypes and assemblies using standard laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters.

o Performing analysis and simulations to verify circuit performance against design requirements.

o Documenting design specifications, test procedures, and results for engineering and manufacturing teams.

ENGINEER, ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC III must have:

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited university is required. A Master of Science in Electrical Engineering is a plus.

Certification:

• N/A Experience:

• Eight (8) years of progressive experience in electrical and electronic engineering with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Leading the design, development, and integration of complex electronic circuits and systems from concept to production.

o Performing advanced design tasks, including signal integrity analysis, power integrity analysis, and component selection for demanding applications.

o Independently troubleshooting and resolving complex hardware issues and system integration challenges.

o Mentoring junior engineers and providing technical oversight on design and testing activities.

o Developing system-level test plans and verification strategies to ensure products meet all technical and performance requirements.

o Interfacing with cross-functional teams, including software, mechanical, and systems engineering, to ensure a cohesive product design.

ENGINEER, MECHANICAL II must have:

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited university is required.

Certification:

• N/A Experience:

• Four (4) years of professional experience in mechanical engineering with demonstrated experience in the following areas:

o Developing and detailing 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings for mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software (e.g., SOLIDWORKS, CREO, AutoCAD).

o Applying principles of GD&T to mechanical drawings.

o Assisting in the fabrication, assembly, and testing of prototypes to validate design concepts.

o Performing basic engineering analyses, such as Finite Element Analysis (FEA) or thermal analysis, under supervision.

o Selecting appropriate materials and components for mechanical designs based on requirements.

o Creating and managing BOMs and supporting the engineering change process.

o Interpreting and applying engineering sketches, specifications, and supporting calculations to create accurate assembly, fabrication, source control, vendor item control, and installation control drawings.

ENGINEER, MECHANICAL III must have:

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited university is required. A Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering is a plus.

Certification:

• N/A Experience:

• Eight (8) years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Leading the mechanical design of complex systems and sub-systems from conceptualization through to detailed design and manufacturing.

o Independently performing and interpreting complex engineering analyses, including structural, thermal, and fluid dynamics simulations/computational fluid dynamics (FDS/CFD).

o Developing comprehensive test plans and overseeing the verification and validation of mechanical systems against performance and environmental requirements.

o Providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.

o Conducting design trade studies and making material and component selections to optimize for performance, cost, and manufacturability.

o Interfacing with vendors and machine shops to ensure the successful fabrication and delivery of parts and assemblies.

o Interpreting and applying engineering sketches, specifications, and supporting calculations to create accurate assembly, fabrication, source control, vendor item control, and installation control drawings.

ENGINEER, SOFTWARE II must have:

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited university is required.

Certification:

• DoD Approved DFARS 252.239-7001 Baseline Certification, minimum IAT Level III.

Experience:

• Four (4) years of professional experience in software development with demonstrated experience in the following areas:

o Developing, testing, and maintaining software applications and services using languages such as Java, C++, C#, or Python.

o Working within an Agile or Scrum development team to deliver software features.

o Writing unit tests, participating in code reviews, and contributing to technical documentation.

o Debugging existing code and troubleshooting software defects.

o Utilizing version control systems (e.g., Git) and supporting continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.

o Developing software that interfaces with databases using SQL or ORM frameworks

ENGINEER, SOFTWARE III must have:

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited university is required. A Master of Science in a relevant field is a plus.

Certification:

• DoD Approved DFARS 252.239-7001 Baseline Certification, minimum IAT Level III.

Experience:

• Eight (8) years of progressive experience in software engineering with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Leading the design and development of major software components, features, and services.

o Applying software architecture principles and design patterns to create scalable, maintainable, and robust applications.

o Mentoring junior developers, leading code reviews, and establishing team coding standards and best practices.

o Architecting and implementing solutions within a cloud environment (e.g., AWS, Azure).

o Independently troubleshooting and resolving complex software issues and performance bottlenecks.

o Owning the full software development lifecycle for key projects, from requirements analysis and design to deployment and maintenance.

ENGINEER, SYSTEMS III must have:

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering, or a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., Electrical, Computer, Software, Mechanical), from an accredited university is required. A Master of Science in Systems Engineering or a related technical field is a plus.

Certification:

• N/A.

Experience:

• Eight (8) years of progressive experience in systems engineering with demonstrated experience in all of the following areas:

o Leading the development and management of system requirements, including elicitation, analysis, decomposition, and traceability, using tools such as DOORS.

o Developing and defining system architectures, functional allocations, and interface control documents (ICDs) for complex systems.

o Applying MBSE principles and tools (e.g., SysML/UML) to model and analyze system behavior and structure.

o Planning and overseeing systems integration, verification, and validation (IV&V) activities to ensure requirements are met.

o Leading technical trade studies and analyses to support key architectural and design decisions.

o Managing the system’s technical baseline and leading formal engineering reviews such as System

Requirements Review (SRR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), and Critical Design Review

(CDR).

SPECIALIST, INFORMATION SYSTEM SECURITY II must have:

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field from an accredited university is required.

Certification:

• DoD Approved DFARS 252.239-7001 Baseline Certification, minimum IAT Level III.

• CompTIA Security+ CE or an equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification is required.

• CompTIA CySA+ or GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) certification is desired.

Experience:

• Four (4) years of full-time professional experience in information assurance or cybersecurity with demonstrated experience in the following areas:

o Supporting the implementation and assessment of security controls under the RMF.

o Conducting vulnerability scans using tools like the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution

(ACAS) or Nessus and assisting in the remediation of findings.

o Applying STIGs to harden operating systems, applications, and network devices.

o Monitoring system logs and security alerts from tools such as SIEM and IDS/IPS to identify potential security incidents.

o Assisting in the development and maintenance of System Security Plans (SSP) and other security documentation.

o Supporting incident response activities by providing analysis of security events and assisting with containment measures.