Senior Research Specialist OUSD AS
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Dexis is a dynamic professional services firm dedicated to partnering with government and community leaders both in the U.S. and internationally to achieve critical social outcomes in a rapidly changing world.
At Dexis you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness respect fairness and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed and your creativity will be rewarded.
About the Position
Dexis Professional Services (Dexis) is seeking a Senior Research Specialist to be responsible for conducting research and studies and analyzing data from a variety of sources to provide input on defense programs and projects.
The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(A&S) is responsible for leading the U.S. Department of Defenses (DoD) efforts related to research and development advanced technology developmental test and evaluation production logistics installation management military construction defense procurement acquisition policy environmental and nuclear security chemical and biological matters operational energy plans and programs corrosion policy and oversight human capital initiatives as well as small and disadvantaged business management. To accomplish this mission OUSD(A&S) requires administrative analytical and strategic communication support services.
This role will assist in developing policies and strategies to guide the acquisition and sustainment of defense systems and capabilities for the OUSD(A&S). The position requires strong analytical skills technical knowledge and the ability to work closely with senior officials and stakeholders across the Department of Defense (DoD).
This position is based in the DC metro area and is contingent upon award.
Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze data from various sources (e.g. technical reports field data policy documents) to support decisionmaking in defense acquisition and sustainment.
- Identify emerging technologies systems and operational trends that could impact acquisition strategies and defense capabilities.
- Conduct or support technical reviews assessments and evaluations of defense systems and technologies to determine their readiness effectiveness and applicability.
- Assist in developing policies and strategies guiding defense system acquisition sustainment and management.
- Provide input on defense programs by researching program requirements potential risks and technological feasibility.
- Support costeffectiveness analyses risk management strategies and feasibility assessments for defense programs.
- Prepare reports white papers and presentations summarizing research findings technical evaluations and policy recommendations.
- Present research findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership stakeholders and working groups.
- Collaborate with other departments including acquisition logistics and engineering teams to align research with operational and technical requirements.
- Work with external research organizations defense contractors universities and other government agencies to develop new solutions to technical and policy challenges.
- Assist in budget proposal development resource allocation planning and financial justification for research and sustainment projects.
Qualifications
- Active Top Secret/SCI facility clearance.
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college/university.
- Minimum of ten 10 years of experience specializing in DoD policy product support and logistics.
- Experience providing executivelevel support within DoD and other federal agencies.
- Proven ability to lead multiple highcomplexity projects and provide technical guidance.
- Experience in managing customer expectations and working directly with customers.
- Strong initiative judgment creativity flexibility and confidence.
- Ability to multitask across multiple projects.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree from an accredited college/university.
- Prior military or DoD civilian/contractor experience.
Below is the pay range aligned with this position. When developing a range Dexis evaluates compensation holistically triangulating between external market research our budget for the position and internal equity to arrive at a figure that is fair and competitive. Offers within this range will be based on an individual candidates qualification relevant education and experience skills performance and organizational needs.
Dexis is on a mission to help solve todays most pressing global political social and economic challenges and create a world where all people are safe and prosperous. As a Dexis employee you will be challenged empowered and mentored. Our motto is find a way or make a way thats how Dexis goes all in. How will you
If you are passionate about this opportunity apply now!
Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.
Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color sex national origin religion pregnancy disability age genetic information military service veteran status ethnicity citizenship sexual orientation gender identity marital status childbirth and related medical conditions including lactation or any other protected class under applicable law.
As part of a competitive benefits package for eligible employees Dexis provides healthcare insurance in addition to other staff welfare benefits and perks.
If you are hired for a position that is paid from the Dexis home office you will be required to submit proofthat you have received the COVID19 vaccine unless you qualify for a legally recognized medical or religious exception to the vaccine requirement. This does not apply to AL AZ FL KS MT NH ND or TX residents.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
