SkillBridge (DoD) Internship – Counter-UAS Systems Integrator

i3 is proud to help our nations military personnel make the transition to civilian careers through the Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge program. These opportunities are specifically for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service for up to 180 days. Participants are not eligible for compensation as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

i3 will consider any active-duty member that is eligible for the DoD SkillBridge program; however for immediate consideration we are looking for Military members to fill the following role:

• Systems Integrator

• Lead technical integration of CUAS detection tracking and defeat systems
• Develop system architecture and integration plans for multi-sensor CUAS solutions
• Coordinate with vendors and stakeholders to ensure successful system deployment
• Oversee system testing validation and verification activities
• Create technical documentation and integration procedures
• Represent the FMS community at technical interchange meetings and integrated product teams
• Troubleshoot complex system integration issues
• Provide technical guidance to project teams and stakeholders

SkillBridge Requirements:

• Must be a current Active Duty Servicemember.
• Must be separating from the Military within 180 days.
• Will receive an honorable discharge.
• Must be able to complete 40 hours per week.
• Willingness to learn from others on the job.
• Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

For more information on the DoD SkillBridge program please visit Requirements:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in engineering science or other field relevant to the support for which the individual is supporting plus 5 years of experience. Or Masters degree and 3 years of experience.
• Active Top-Secret Level Clearance with SCI Access. Clearance Access and Investigation must appear in DISS and be within scope (5 Years).
• Current experience in managing government contracts and interacting with Contracting Officers CORs and Technical Monitors.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in establishing budgets forecasts and resource needs.
• Experience in designing and conducting program metrics reports and briefings.
• 2 years of experience in cross-functional team leadership at the operational and/or strategic level.
• 2 years of experience ranging from the tactical unit to service level

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday however additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

i3 is a technically diverse 100% team member owned business headquartered in Huntsville Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis UAS system integration and flight operations full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services Missile Defense Agency National Aeronautics and Space Administration and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.

Perks of being a team member owner include:

• Long-term financial security
• Higher job satisfaction
• Greater job security
• Personal and professional growth
• Great company culture

Other outstanding benefits:

• Excellent insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!