Resolute Sentry AFRL/RI Technical Lead

Job Overview

This position is accepting applications until June 27 2024

A primary objective of the Air Force Research Laboratory's High Performance Systems Branch (AFRL/RITB) of the Computing and Communication Division within the Information Directorate is to lead the research, development, prototyping and experimentation of edge computing systems to include novel computing architectures and hardware, along with software frameworks and deployment of AI/ML algorithms. One of the primary programs AFRL/RITB contributes to is the Resolute Sentry (RS) Research and Development program, which delivers a platform-agnostic, edge-hostable software solution that ingests multi-platform, multi-INT data at the tactical edge, fuses the data into actionable information (weapon-quality target tracks), and disseminates that information back to operational users for action.

In support of OI-3, RS allows COCOM commanders to keep custody of a track in a Denied, Degraded, Intermittent, and Latent (DDIL) communications and highly contested environment by reporting target track information back from the tactical edge to feed long-range kill chains. RS enables currently operational UAVs, via platform orchestration and sensor resource management, to provide autonomous air/surface target detection, recognition, tracking, and combat air forces cueing capability in denied, disrupted, intermittent, and limited (DDIL) communications environments. RS is Government Owned and integrates several AFRL RY and RI technology development programs using open architectures to deliver ISR mission autonomy capability. RS uses agile software development practices, employs digital transformation technologies, and implements digital and model-based systems engineering processes to streamline and accelerated transition to a program of record currently projected to begin in FY26.

Roles and responsibilities of this position include:

• Leads all AFRL/RI technology development efforts in support of the Resolute Sentry Program - coordinates with Resolute Sentry PM and Deputy PM for program execution
• Assumes RS PM role on request for a large and diverse team of government and contractor personnel (approx. 80+ team size)
• Collaborates with AFRL/RI liaison for execution of program efforts from the Rome location
• Recommends program priorities and initiatives to the Resolute Sentry Integrated Product Team Leads for discussion and decision
• Briefs AFRL/RY/RI, AFRL/RS, and external stakeholders including Air Combat Command, HAF A5/7, PACAF, and other agencies on program efforts
• Develops acquisition strategies, contract documentation, security program documentation, and executes contract/tasks to meet the technical program objectives
• Develops, obtains appropriate releasability approvals, and briefs program efforts to internal and external stakeholders including the Office of the Secretary of Defense, other services and allies
• Develops briefs/reports and communicates program progress via weekly activity reports, bi-annual program management review presentations, and monthly/quarterly program execution reports for submittal to AFRL/RY/RI and AFRL/RS and higher headquarters
• Responsible for Cost, Schedule, Performance planning and execution in conjunction with the RS PM, including but not limited to:
• Coordinates with program IPTs Leads to include Security, Systems Engineering, Architecture, Software, MS&A, Systems Integration, and Test & Evaluation to scope program objectives, determine priorities, and budgets
• Serves as the Government Risk Management and Scheduling IPT lead - recommends program plans and optimizes program execution to meet technical program delivery schedule
• Serves as selected contract PM and Contract Monitor for RS dedicated contracts
• Coordinates with security, contracting, and finance for program documentation and funding mods to execute required work
• Works with AFRL/RS (TCO) team for priorities and resources to execute technical development activities
• Develops and coordinates with AFLCMC PEOs, AFRL/RY/RI, AFRL/RS, and key stakeholders for WARTECH documentation/reports, technology transition plans development and coordination, and program performance reports

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for telework opportunities; as determined by agency policy
Maximum Telework Flexibilities: The duty location for this position is listed below, however, this position is eligible for maximum telework flexibilities. Telework options can be negotiated and implemented after entrance on duty.

Rome, NY
Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.
Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Currently, possess, or have the ability to get and maintain, a TS/SCI clearance and SAP cleared
• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following science/engineering disciplines: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics. To be acceptable, the curriculum must be in a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional science or engineering curriculum.
• This is an Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) position that requires Practitioner Level certification in Engineering & Technology Management (ETM). The selectee will have two years to meet APDP requirement.
• Understanding of AFRL acquisition process to include contracting and finance processes
• Possess strong leadership and communication skills, and have the ability to work with a fast-paced, diverse team
• Ability to perform temporary duty (TDY) assignment travel
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent will be subject to random testing
• The duty location for this position is AFRL/RI, Rome, NY. The position is eligible for telework and will require routine mission travel, regular classified engagements, and in-person meetings.

Desired Qualifications

• B.S required; M.S. or Ph.D. desired
• Demonstrated the ability to professionally lead technical and diverse teams, develop and maintain relationships, build consensus, and resolve conflicts/problems across a collaborative community to include other government agencies, industry, and academia.

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