What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical SETA position at Ventus Solutions?
Ventus Executive Solutions is a small company that works in the innovation and consulting arena and hires particularly talented individuals. At Ventus Solutions, we prioritize our employees' well-being, fostering a workplace culture that values and supports each individual. We are dedicated to promoting mentorship and personal development, recognizing that our team's growth is integral to our collective success. We offer competitive salaries and benefits.
The candidate will support the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in addressing scientific and technical frameworks for investments in high-risk, high-reward research and development (R&D) projects. The candidate will assist Tactical Technology Office (TTO) executive leadership and program managers in developing and initiating new efforts, and in overseeing subsequent project execution and transition. A key element of this is proactive communication, both written and oral, with key stakeholders. The candidate is expected to function as part of a strongly collaborative scientific and technical team, but also to act independently to complete time-critical tasks. Tasks include scientific and technical analysis, development of broadly understandable explanatory documentation for deeply technical programs, monitoring of ongoing research and development programs, and reporting to office leadership. This position also includes identifying national security challenges and participating in the development of portfolio-level strategies to address them.
Location: On-site Arlington, VA.
Travel: Up to 20% travel may be required.
Required Qualifications
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the mature judgment and attention to detail required to advise senior government personnel
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency with modern PC computer system and applications such as Microsoft 365, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Former U.S. Navy Submarine Officer or Nuclear Surface Warfare Officer (Nuc SWO) preferred
• B.S. degree in Engineering required;
• Clearance: TS/SCI
Salary : $148,400 - $192,100
