Provide subject matter expertise for the AXS program, support warfighter effectiveness through software and processes, and create documentation for user training and development.
Research Innovations, Inc. (RII) is breaking through the big, slow, status quo with transformative technology that fundamentally changes and improves the world. We develop cutting-edge software for all levels of the government and military. Using agile development practices and user-centered design, we create innovative software solutions for complex real-world problems.
We are looking for a committed Experienced Fires Subject Matter Expert to support our Tactical Command and Control line of business. Solve unique, challenging, and pressing problems supporting national defense.
This position requires an active US SECRET security clearance.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
- Provide subject matter expertise supporting the Artillery Execution Suite (AXS) program
- Use your understanding of staff roles, functions and organizational structures, including Targeting Working Group and Decision Board functions, to support systems engineering activities driving the development of novel software capabilities to support the warfighter
- Work with user organizations and operational units to understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and TTPs that enable the user to make effective use of the prototype solution
- Capture user stories, customer use cases, and draft System Engineering artifacts representative of more complex customer/user environments and scenarios
- Identify desired system functionality and validate current and new operational use cases
- Work with Army, Joint, and Coalition units to understand their network, systems and processes; use that understanding to improve software design and TTPs
- Identify unit specific data sources and systems needed to be integrated in the SW baseline
- Assist in training development and user training support
- Participate in working groups, forums, and analytical activities to support larger business line or program objectives
- Create and deliver clear and compelling high-quality briefings, documents, conceptual and analytical reports to customers, and larger project teams
- Develop white papers and concept documents supporting product development and business development activities
- Effectively translate and communicate relevant complex operational/domain information within your team and cross-functionally (eg. engineering teams)
- Provide support for demonstrations as a Fires SME
WHAT YOUHAVE DONE
- The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of relevant experience; targeting experience at a Division level or higher
- Served in the military as a senior NCO, Warrant Officer, or Commissioned Officer
- Used strong communication skills to effectively interface with military officials, managers, and subordinates
- Knowledgeable of Army and Joint Targeting doctrine
- Experience with Army Tactical systems and relevant joint fires systems (ie. JADOCS, AFATDS)
- Served in a leadership or technical position at a DIV/BCT or higher; preferably with Joint experience
- Must have strong planning, problem solving, analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
- Experience gathering, analyzing, and presenting facts using the appropriate data collection and dissemination tools/techniques
- Possesses a thorough knowledge of applicable complex operational mission areas and program requirements
- Must be able to work independently with limited oversight and function effectively as part of a geographically separated team
- Must have experience developing Tactics, Techniques and Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures or other process documents
- Experience performing tasks with Microsoft productivity software and applications
EVEN BETTER
- Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
- Strong understanding of lethal and non-lethal fires coordination
- Experience with C2 / Targeting system capabilities to include AFATDS, MIDB, CPCE, and DCGS-A
- Knowledge of Army ASCC / CORPS / DIV / BCT Planning and Operations
- Knowledge of Joint Task Force (JTF) Planning and Operations
- Familiar with systems engineering processes for developing/documenting requirements
- Experience leading Targeting Working Groups and/or Decision Boards
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At RII, we believe that diversity in our workforce is critical to our success. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger. We work to help your intellectual passions and creativity thrive. It’s one of our core values: Let your geek flag fly.
We also offer all employees comprehensive benefits including: flexible work schedules, health insurance coverage, paid time off, 401k with a company match, paid parental leave, access to wellness programs and much more. You get this all from day one, and all paid for by RII.
It’s all part of another of our core values: Stay human. It’s why our comfortable and colorful offices such as our headquarters, include a community game room, pantry, massage chair, and an escape room, among other amenities. It’s why we have community ambassadors and regular community events.
Research Innovations, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.
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