Navy Action Officer (Counter UAS) - Clearance Required

Cydecor is a premier Federal Government solutions provider, delivering differentiated innovations in mission systems and business platforms. We leverage leading-edge secure systems and software development, backed by industry-leading subject matter expertise, and business intelligence to enable decision-support and remain ahead of ever-evolving national security challenges. Our success rests squarely on three bedrock principles: People, our center of gravity; Mission, what inspires us; and an unyielding commitment to Excellence, what separates us.

Job Description:

We are seeking aNavy Action Officer (Counter - Unmanned Aircraft Systems) to provide the program requirements management support for our OPNAV N96 support contract.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide on-site support and strategic analysis for Sensors & Navigation programs, ensuring alignment with DoD requirements and acquisition policies.
• Act as the principal technical advisor, offering daily support, status updates, and recommendations on program cost, schedule, and performance.
• Assist in supporting IPTs, advisory boards, off-sites, and working groups.
• Prepare and present technical and financial briefs, reports, and documentation for major milestone decisions and Flag-level meetings.
• Draft white papers, concept papers, technical reports, and meeting summaries related to Defense Planning Guidance activities.
• Participate in acquisition processes, systems engineering design reviews, and lifecycle support for Navy Surface Fleet capabilities.
• Analyze and develop acquisition strategies, draft presentations, and communicate program objectives to high-level officials.
• Provide analysis to improve program management using new initiatives and best practices.
• Conduct reliability, maintainability, availability analyses, and perform Total Ownership Cost evaluations.
• Participate in risk assessments, tradeoff studies, and feasibility analyses.
• Maintain liaison with OPNAV N96 leadership, Program Offices, and related government and industry partners.
• Monitor program progress, assist in POM budget proposals, and develop program performance metrics.
• Prepare and track Milestone documentation, participate in design reviews, and support Test and Evaluation activities.
• Provide analytical support for resource allocation and proposal development, advising on impacts and risks for program/system changes.

Here's what you need:

• Five (5) years of general experience, with at least five (3) years of hands-on experience in the following areas. Recent and relevant operational or staff experience can be substituted for years of experience with specific tasks:
  • Assessing implementation of defined requirements associated to the mission and subsequently developing plans to better meet those requirements.
  • Assessing historical and current program performance in relation to mission objectives, and analyzing the effects of developmental plans and/or new technologies on all factors associated to the mission.
  • Daily interaction with senior leadership within affiliated organization.

Security Clearance:

• Interim or active Secret clearance

Work Schedule:

• Onsite

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Compensation and Benefits:
The projected compensation range for this position is $100,000-120,000. There are numerous factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the role, work location, education/certifications, and a contract's Labor Categories.

Cydecor offers a comprehensive compensation package including Health and Dental Insurance, Vision and Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, 401(K) + company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Company Holidays, Tuition and Professional Development Assistance and more.

What We Believe
We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Cydecor has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.

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Cydecor is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (EEO/AA). All employment and hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, nationality, gender, ethnic origin, disability, age, sex, gender identity & expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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