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Research Specialist - On-Site

Eiden Systems Corporation
Eiden Systems Corporation Salary
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/16/2025

Eiden Systems Consulting is seeking a skilled Research Specialist for an upcoming contract award. This role will support OUSD A&S in various departmental initiatives aimed at advancing defense acquisition and sustainment efforts. The Research Specialist will be responsible for conducting research and studies and analyzing data from a variety of sources to provide input on Defense programs and projects and assist in developing policies and strategies to guide the acquisition and sustainment of Defense systems and capabilities for the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(A&S)) and the divisions that support it.

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Key Responsibilities :

  • Assist in the development of budget proposals, resource allocation plans, and financial justifications for research, development, and sustainment projects.
  • Collect and analyze data from a variety of sources (e.g., technical reports, field data, and policy documents) to inform decision-making processes related to defense acquisition and sustainment.
  • Identify emerging technologies, systems, and operational trends that could impact acquisition strategies, lifecycle management, and defense capabilities.
  • Conduct or support technical reviews, assessments, and evaluations of new and existing defense systems, technologies, and processes to determine their readiness, effectiveness, and applicability.
  • Assist in developing policies and strategies that guide the acquisition, sustainment, and management of defense systems and capabilities.
  • Provide input on defense programs and projects by conducting research into specific program requirements, potential risks, and technological feasibility.
  • Support cost-effectiveness analyses, risk management strategies, and other assessments to ensure that defense programs are feasible and sustainable over time.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports, white papers, and presentations that summarize research findings, technical evaluations, and policy recommendations for senior officials and stakeholders within OUSD(A&S) and across the DoD.
  • Create and deliver presentations or briefings to senior leadership, stakeholders, and working groups to communicate research findings and strategic recommendations.
  • Work closely with other departments, including acquisition, logistics, and engineering teams, to ensure that research findings align with operational and technical requirements.
  • Collaborate with external research organizations, defense contractors, universities, and other government agencies to exchange knowledge and develop new solutions to technical and policy challenges.
  • Provide research-driven insights to help shape long-term strategic plans for the acquisition and sustainment of defense systems.

Required Qualifications :

  • Security Clearance : Active Top Secret / SCI clearance is mandatory.
  • Experience :
  • Level IV : Minimum of ten (10) years in DoD policy, product support, and logistics, with a Master’s degree from an accredited institution.

  • Level III : Minimum of five (5) years in strategic communications, with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
  • Essential Skills :
  • Executive-level support within DoD and federal agencies.

  • Proven ability to provide technical guidance and manage complex, multi-project initiatives.
  • Proficiency in customer relations, with strong judgment, creativity, flexibility, and confidence.
  • Capable of managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality results across projects.
  • ESC provides a competitive compensation package to include premium health insurance, dental, vision, 401k w / match, life insurance, STD / LTD, and more.

    ESC also supports a healthy balance of quality work and personal lives.

    Minimum physical demands for on-task positions : Employee needs to be able to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Most positions require the ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing / analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries, and / or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and / or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

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