Gather and analyze technical and operational requirements for government approval
Document technical and operational requirements in support of R&D program planning
Assist in planning, scheduling, and facilitating collaborative design discussions and technical exchange meetings
Support coordination of end-to-end integration, testing, and transition activities for new capabilities
Help prepare R&D program proposals for gaining advocacy or funding from sponsor organizations
Assist in developing technical briefing materials and presentation packages
Support the creation of advocacy materials to secure sponsorship and funding for PIR R&D programs
Compile technical data and performance metrics for program reviews
Assist in the evaluation of technical merits of various R&D efforts
Support independent assessments of R&D tools and algorithms being developed for exploitation and analysis
Help document technical feedback on R&D prototypes and proof-of-concept demonstrations
Assist in evaluating and recommending new areas for R&D initiatives
Support research on advanced computational algorithm development approaches
Help identify advanced signal processing techniques for PIR data analysis
Collect and organize information on emerging technologies and innovative approaches
Assist in researching sensor design concepts and IR phenomenology applications
Support documentation of sensor characterization processes and methodologies
Help compile information on current and future sensor program initiatives across IC and DoW PIR sensors
Assist in gathering data on PIR environmental intelligence products and static scene analysis
Support documentation of Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) data processing and extraction activities
Help track Sensor Open Framework Architecture (SOFA) operation developments
Assist in compiling information on Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) applications for PIR analysis
Support documentation of analytic modernization and capability development efforts
Help research and document PIR signal processing and IR phenomenology information
Assist in collecting data on general physics, optics, and remote sensor design/characterization
Support collaboration activities with government, industry, and academic partners
Help coordinate alignment of R&D roadmaps with operational mission needs
Assist in maintaining communication and coordination across DoD and IC organizations
Support facilitation of meetings between technical development teams and operational users
Help document stakeholder feedback and requirements from collaborative sessions
Prepare draft meeting minutes for formal meetings, Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs), and working groups
Qualifications
Minimum Experience
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Clearance: Eligible for TS/SCI; able to obtain and maintain required clearances.
Education:Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
Years of Experience
Minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering, science, or acquisition/program analysis.
Up to 6 additional years of relevant work experience may be substituted for the degree; or 4 years of additional experience plus an Associate’s degree.
Familiarity with R&D program structures, documentation, and basic systems engineering principles.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency with common office and collaboration tools used for schedules, trackers, and documentation.
Location:Wright Patterson AFB Dayton, OHOn-site/Hybrid/Remote: On-siteTravel: Occasional
