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DevOps Engineer
Salary not disclosed
Fairfax, VA 3 days ago


DevOps Engineer

Job ID

2026-2165

# of Openings

1

Category

Software Engineering

Overview

Pyramid Systems is seeking an experienced DevOps/AWS Engineer take responsibility for creating, building, deploying, orchestrating, and automating deployment packages in AWS cloud-based environment.



Responsibilities

  • Design and automate cloud environments at scale using Infrastructure as Code tools
  • Design and develop fully automated software delivery pipelines
  • Efficiently collaborate within and across agile teams to maximize productivity
  • Develop technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and similar
  • Engage in all agile ceremonies including backlog grooming, demos and retrospectives
  • Eliminate roadblocks and hindrances preventing teams from delivering software
  • Assist the team in documenting and leveraging cloud and DevOps best practices
  • Fullstack development using modern frameworks and languages Python or JavaScript
  • Quickly learn and adapt to new technologies, frameworks, or project requirements as needed
  • Apply critical thinking and a solutionoriented mindset to identify issues and propose effective resolutions
  • Integrate AI/ML models into applications to enhance functionality, automation, and overall user experience
  • Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to design scalable architectures supporting both traditional and AIdriven features
  • Implement best practices for model deployment, data handling, and performance optimization in AIenabled systems


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field
  • Must have AWS certs and/or CompTIA relevant certifications
  • 5+ years of experience managing cloud or virtualized infrastructure
  • Passionately practices Infrastructure automation using Terraform, Ansible, or similar
  • Knowledge and familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
  • Fluent in at least one programming language - Python, Go, Typescript, JavaScript or similar
  • Strong system administration experience in Linux
  • Knowledge of AWS DevOps with GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, or similar
  • Strong team player, communicates well, and caries an infectious can-do attitude
  • Must have hands on experience with Claude Code or similar AI tools
  • Strong experience in compliance frame works like: ATO, SOC 2, PCI-DSS, FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, or CIS Benchmarks


Target Pay Range

The below listed pay range for this position is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. The final offered salary will be influenced by a host of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at Pyramid Systems that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, to include our Employee Stock Ownership Program, FlexPTO, and learning and development opportunities.

Pyramid Min

USD $123,760.00/Yr.

Pyramid Max

USD $185,640.00/Yr.

Why Pyramid?

Pyramid Systems, Inc. is an award-winning, technology leader, driving digital transformation across federal agencies. We empower forward-thinking innovations, accelerate production-ready software, and deliver secure solutions so federal agencies can meet their mission goals. Voted a Top Workplace, both regionally (Washington, DC) and Nationally (USA) the past 2 years (2023 and 2024) based on the feedback from our employees, we are headquartered in Fairfax, VA. and have a growing national footprint. We value and promote our Flexible Workplace approach because of the positive impacts it has on work-life integration. We remain committed to ensuring every employee's voice is heard, performance and results are recognized and rewarded, development and advancement is a focus, and diversity, equity and inclusion is a company priority. We offer competitive compensation and benefits (including a recently launched Employee Stock Ownership Plan - ESOP), a robust performance-based rewards program, and we know how to have fun! Our people and culture have endured and delivered for our clients for nearly three decades.

EEO Statement

Pyramid Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Not Specified
Media Sr Project Manager- Broadcast
Salary not disclosed
Arlington, VA 3 days ago

About Diversified:



Diversified is a global leader in audio visual and media innovation, recognized for designing and building the world's most experiential environments. Our award-winning team specializes in delivering solutions for the most complex, large-scale and immersive installations. Serving a global clientele that includes major media organizations and retailers, sports and live performance venues, corporate enterprises, and government agencies, Diversified partners with clients to create spaces that bring people together and keep them coming back.



What to Expect:



At Diversified, we're on a mission to create a world without boundaries, where technology enables all people to connect and experience the moments that matter, wherever they choose to be. With clients spanning the globe and an exciting pipeline of projects across industries, Diversified offers more than just a job. We offer a career path with the flexibility to grow personally and professionally, wherever your ambitions take you.



As a Diversified associate, you'll dive headfirst into big, complex, and rewarding projects that push the boundaries of what's possible. Plus, you'll enjoy a flexible work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.



IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, YOU CAN DO IT AT DIVERSIFIED.

How You'll Contribute:



A Media Sr Project Manager (SPM) is responsible for the scope, schedule, cost, quality, and client satisfaction of a project throughout its entire lifecycle, from Initiation through Closing phases. However, the PM depends on the help of other people to perform most of the actual activities of the project. A project manager's role is primarily focused around written and verbal communication to all project stakeholders. The PM is responsible for overseeing and performing project management functions on all Broadcast projects, budgets, and scopes. The SPM will act as the person responsible for their assigned projects and have direct control over all project activities. Daily activities include project communications, scheduling, task lists for team participants, managing deliverables from the consulting team, and overseeing the completion of projects. The PM is responsible for completing consulting projects on time, on budget and achieving high levels of customer satisfaction from our customers. Most of this employee's time will be spent managing projects and communicating with all project stakeholders. This person will be helping to constantly improve the established Diversified processes. As the primary interface to the client, the project manager develops a strong long-term relationship. They manage the client relationship, including expectations, communications, and satisfaction.

What You'll Do:





  • Provides clear leadership and ownership for the project within Diversified, including accurate and timely verbal and written communication and follow up.

  • Coordinates all activities associated with the timely, accurate and on-budget completion of the project, including engaging stakeholders, delegating responsibilities clearly and running client and internal project meetings.

  • Provides support and assistance to team members as needed in order help them be successful and get the job done.

  • Ensures appropriate and frequent communication between stakeholders.

  • Resolves destructive conflict.

  • Designs, plans, and coordinates work teams regarding Media and Entertainment's consulting projects

  • Assumes ownership of individual projects and assignments

  • Establishes and maintains communication with Account Executives, Directors, internal and external consultants and subject matter experts, clients, etc.

  • Develops and communicates project updates as required.

  • Provides constant monitoring of labor budgets.

  • Provides and/or directs technical and administrative support to project team members. Develops and maintains all related project schedules.

  • Coordinates all deliverable documentation between all internal and external stakeholders. Facilitate and directs document reviews to assure proper documentation is delivered to the client. Provides punch-list of remaining tasks after substantial completion.

  • Contracts with contractors when necessary.

  • Monitors status of projects including cost, timing, and staffing to ensure timely and accurate completion of projects.

  • Ensure quality and continuous improvement.

  • Coordinates transition of projects to later phase project teams.



Complexity:



Every project is different, and project stakeholders are different. The SPM needs to negotiate a very complex set of variables between discovery, analysis, conceptual design, and a widely varying set of expectations with multiple stakeholders. The skill of communicating both verbally and in writing to manage all these variables takes a very high level of awareness, emotional intelligence, and people management skills. The PM is constantly managing the forces of change in every project environment. Balancing schedules, budgets, scope, quality, and client satisfaction are a very complex set of variables.

Decision Making Authority:





  • Takes full ownership of project



    • Acts as the single point of responsibility and accountability for the project.

    • Ensures schedule performance, quality of solution delivered to client, and client satisfaction.

    • Manages and reports on the project's financials, including ensuring budget performance and profitability. Ensure timely and correct billings to client.

    • Demonstrates proactivity, responsiveness, and follow through.



  • Communicates decision options to stakeholders and manages those decisions.

  • Manages a complex array of decisions at every point of the project but is rarely the sole decision maker.



Physical Demands:



The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee. The employee will experience normal office conditions and be required to use office equipment such as computers, peripherals, etc.



Travel:



Some travel by car and occasional airplane trips should be expected as much of our consulting work is conducted remotely with occasional in-person meetings. Employee must possess a valid driver's license in their state of residence. Employee will be required to use their own vehicle and will be reimbursed for mileage at the current corporate rate. 10% remote travel is not unusual.



Safety:



When meeting a client in person, Diversified requires PMs to ensure the team is conducting themselves in a safe manner and adheres to our site visit requirements. This may include:





  • Maintain and wear appropriate PPE as the job and tasks require it.

  • Ensure hazards are addressed and rectified in a timely manner.

  • Participate in incident investigations and reporting.

  • Conduct safety walk-throughs on project sites.

  • Prepare safety paperwork as needed including but not limited to JSA, and Site safety Plans.



What do we require from you?



Education/Certifications:





  • A PMP certification from the Project Management Institute is desired.

  • Other relevant certifications may be required or preferred based on the technology focus of the position. This includes Certified Scrum Master (CSM), demonstrated knowledge of Agile project management, software project management, program management, organizational change, management, and possibly cloud technologies.



Required/Desired Knowledge, Experience and Skills:





  • 5+ years of experience as a project manager in media technology projects, especially in consulting.

  • Knowledgeable of broadcast operations and technologies.

  • Comfortable with hardware and software-based solutions.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Supervisory and people skills.

  • Ability to manage design/build projects for the Media business unit when not managing consulting projects.

  • The Project Manager shall have the ability and skills to diagnose and resolve complex technical, political and people related problems.



A project manager typically has these base skills.





  • Has a high level of both written and verbal communication skills.

  • Focused on clients and able to understand how they can use solutions to meet their business needs.

  • Approachable; works well on teams. Is a natural leader.

  • Delegates effectively.

  • Good at setting and managing people's expectations.

  • Personally organized, manages time well, and sets clear priorities. Sets an example for preparation, punctuality, and professional appearance.

  • Excellent at planning.

  • Forecasts and manages risks.

  • Problem solver who can remain effective in tense situations.

  • 5+ years of experience in managing complex broadcast infrastructures / projects ($10-30M) + matrix managing > 6 professionals + Fiscal Management of >$1M in assigned annual budgets.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of broadcast technology, equipment, facilities, and production systems used in the Media and Entertainment / Broadcast industry. Formats include high-definition, UHD and HDR video systems deployed using analog, SDI and SMPTE 2110 IP transport protocols.

  • Understanding of TCP/IP routing, ACL's, QoS, VLAN's and Wireless Access Points.

  • Certified Scrum Master = a definite plus.

  • Proven track record of successfully completing engineering projects.

  • A clear understanding of project phases Program, Conceptualization, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction and Commissioning.

  • A thorough, demonstrable understanding of the consulting process including discovery, business analysis, gap analysis, workflow documentation, conceptual system diagrams, and development of roadmaps, presentations, and written narratives for project findings. Aware of systems integration as well as architectural and construction drawings and specifications.

  • Detailed oriented, independent, self-starter

  • Exceptional time management skills with a track record for meeting deadlines

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Ability to analyze complex issues and communicate concise succinct messages

  • High level of problems solving and technical troubleshooting skill



What We Offer:



Along with competitive compensation, you will be eligible for the following benefits:





  • Multiple medical plan options to suit your family's needs

  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans

  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

  • 401k with Employer Match

  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

  • Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Term and Dependent Life and AD&D, and Legal Services

  • Commuter Benefits

  • And much more



To learn more about becoming part of the Diversified team, visit us at our career siteor email us at .



Diversified is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All aspects of employment will be based on job requirements, individual qualifications, merit, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We believe in fair and equitable hiring practices and strive to create an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered.



If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact so we can assist you.



Our compensation ranges reflect the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The pay details below range from our lowest geographic market up to our highest geographic market. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience depending on the position offered, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.



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Sr. Full Stack Engineer
🏢 Pyramid Systems
Salary not disclosed
Fairfax, VA 3 days ago


Sr. Full Stack Engineer

Job ID

2025-2140

# of Openings

1

Overview

Currently seeking multiple Full Stack Developers in support of the of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Engineering Support for Identity Services (ESIS), this individual will support Agile Application Development technologies and capabilities in the areas of software development, systems engineering, integration, and test of software applications and infrastructure. Will be skilled with front-end, back-end, and database development. Design and implement full stack cloud solutions to include IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. Design and deploy computing infrastructure, physical or virtual machines and other resources like virtual-machine disk image library, block and file-based storage, firewalls, load balancers, IP addresses, virtual local area networks. Implement cloud-based platform services for AWS. Implement cloud-based software as service for AWS. Perform DevOps functions.

Key Skills:

  • 10+ years of experience with full stack engineering with proficiency in database development/integration as well as server and client application development/integration
  • Software developing experience using Python and Java Spring framework
  • Experience with other software technologies such as Web Services (SOAP/REST), React/Angular, VS Code, SQL, Gradle, and/or Git
  • AWS experience required with experience deploying enterprise applications in AWS
  • Experience with CI/CD environment tools such as Docker, Jenkins, Ansible, Kubernetes


Responsibilities

  • Software development with Python, Java, React, and various scripting languages
  • Design data models and web APIs and creation of software tasks from system requirements
  • Perform requirements analysis, design, development, unit, and integration testing of software, troubleshooting and debugging of the system
  • Immediate responsibilities will include enhancing and maintaining the existing system as well as design, development, and documentation of new features
  • Create Git Releases, pull request and code reviews
  • Query logs utilizing Splunk and will monitor dashboarding utilizing New Relic
  • Usage of Atlassian Tools for day to day tasks within the Scrum process
  • Implement web services, data persistence access features and external interfaces
  • Partner closely with front-end and database engineers to ensure features are developed holistically
  • Follow Agile software development methodology and team architecture standards.
  • Will need to be able to read Architecture Diagrams
  • Perform test service to improve code coverage, mocking services, test driven development and unit testing
  • Will modify Helm Charts, Jenkinsfiles, and Dockerfiles


Qualifications

  • MUST BE US CITIZEN
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance
  • 10+ years expereince in Software Engineering
  • Must have experience in Python and Java Spring Framework (Boot, Batch, Data, Security)
  • Must have experience with other software technologies such as Web Services (SOAP/REST), React/Angular, VS Code, SQL, Gradle, and/or Git
  • Experience with design, development, enhancement, troubleshooting and debugging of web applications
  • Must have experience in AWS cloud environment and with CI/CD tools (ie. Docker, Jenkins, Kubernetes) for deployment processes, monitoring production environments, and modifying docker/Jenkins files and helm charts
  • Experience with scripting languages (Python, Bash, Powershell, Perl) is not required but nice to have
  • Understanding of the concept of branching and utilizing technological tools such as Git, VS Code, and/or Rancher to perform
  • Experience with creating Git releases, creating pull requests, and reviewing code
  • Experience monitoring dashboards utilizing New Relic
  • Experience with Splunk to query logs
  • Experience with Junit testing preferred
  • Experience creating release instructions utilizing JIRA
  • Experience developing and integrating complex software systems through the full SDLC
  • Experience with Agile Scrum
  • Must have strong written and verbal communication skills


Target Pay Range

The below listed pay range for this position is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. The final offered salary will be influenced by a host of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at Pyramid Systems that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, to include our Employee Stock Ownership Program, FlexPTO, and learning and development opportunities.

Pyramid Min

USD $125,731.00/Yr.

Pyramid Max

USD $188,597.00/Yr.

Why Pyramid?

Pyramid Systems, Inc. is an award-winning, technology leader, driving digital transformation across federal agencies. We empower forward-thinking innovations, accelerate production-ready software, and deliver secure solutions so federal agencies can meet their mission goals. Voted a Top Workplace, both regionally (Washington, DC) and Nationally (USA) the past 2 years (2023 and 2024) based on the feedback from our employees, we are headquartered in Fairfax, VA. and have a growing national footprint. We value and promote our Flexible Workplace approach because of the positive impacts it has on work-life integration. We remain committed to ensuring every employee's voice is heard, performance and results are recognized and rewarded, development and advancement is a focus, and diversity, equity and inclusion is a company priority. We offer competitive compensation and benefits (including a recently launched Employee Stock Ownership Plan - ESOP), a robust performance-based rewards program, and we know how to have fun! Our people and culture have endured and delivered for our clients for nearly three decades.

EEO Statement

Pyramid Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

permanent
Patent Litigation Associate
Salary not disclosed

Lateral Link is assisting a reputable boutique firm, in its search for a highly credentialed Patent Litigation Associate to join the team.

The ideal candidate will be a junior-midlevel associate, specifically with an electrical engineering or computer science background.

The firm has multiple trials coming up this year, as well as new business that has come in.

The firm is comprised of former BigLaw attorneys and provides an opportunity to work on some major patent litigation matters alongside some of the country's most respected litigators and trial advocates.

The associate will be afforded the opportunity to practice patent litigation at the highest level with other exceptional attorneys in a small-firm environment.

NO billable hours, which has tremendous mentoring and professional development benefits for associates.

Associates have autonomy and given real responsibility from the outset so they can play key role in matters.

Compensation is extremely competitive (and bonuses are typically over market).

If you are interested and qualified, please submit your resume here or email me at

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Information Technology Professional
🏢 US Navy
Salary not disclosed
Washington D.C, District of Columbia 4 days ago
When warfare moves at the speed of technology, we need personnel who can always keep us one step ahead of our enemies. As an Information Professional Officer, you lead your team of Enlisted Information Systems Technicians to ensure the delivery of communications capabilities by operating, maintaining and securing our networks around the globe. Assist with top secret cyberwarfare missions and discover tactical and strategic advantages afloat and ashore. IPO is a big job, but your team will always have your back.
Want to start your journey with the Navy?
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What to Expect
Information Professional Officer
More Information
Responsibilities
Information Professional Officers (IPOs) oversee the seamless operation of the global Naval network environment. Their responsibilities include:
  • Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
  • Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
  • Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
  • Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
  • Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
  • Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
  • Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology

Work Environment
Information Professionals serve in challenging roles of increasing scope and responsibility both afloat and ashore. This could include:
  • Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
  • Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
  • Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
  • Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe

Training & Advancement
Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.
Upon completion, candidates typically attend a five-week IP Basic Course of instruction in Pensacola, FL, before or during their initial assignment. IPOs must complete specific qualifications as part of their training during Fleet tours and are expected to pursue advanced education opportunities.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.
Education Opportunities
Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Information Professional Officers can advance their education by:
  • Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
  • Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

Postgraduate education is important to the success of the Information Professional. Most IPs will complete a master's degree in C4I, space, information systems, computer science or modeling and simulation.
There's also potential to pursue a graduate certificate, DoW certifications, federal executive fellowships and information assurance scholarships and internships.
Qualifications & Requirements
A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. Candidates seeking an Information Professional Officer position must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a technical field, preferably in one of following fields: Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Operations, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, General Engineering.
All candidates must also be: U.S. citizens, willing to serve worldwide, eligible for a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance and qualified for sea duty.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
There are part-time opportunities available as an Information Professional Officer.
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, Information Professional Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.
For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again.
Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.
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Surface Warfare Officer
🏢 US Navy
Salary not disclosed
Washington, DC 6 days ago
If you're a Surface Warfare Officer (SWO), you have what it takes to lead by example. Maintain and operate the most advanced fleet of ships in the world-along with the crews that support them. Your team of Sailors will look to you for guidance, so you'll need to become an expert on everything from engineering to combat systems to navigation. Communicate your mission and goals with your crew to ensure everything is smooth sailing. If you see yourself commanding a Naval ship as a Captain one day, this is the role that will get you there.

Want to start your journey with the Navy?

Apply Now

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What to Expect

Surface Warfare Officer

More Information

Responsibilities

Surface Warfare Officers (SWOs) are involved in virtually every aspect of Navy missions. As a SWO, you may be in charge of any number of shipboard operations and activities while at sea, working with or within any of these specialized forces:

Aircraft Carrier Forces: Provide and coordinate air, submarine and surface ship defense for aircraft carriers.

Cruiser-Destroyer Forces: Provide ship attack and defensive measures with a wide array of missile and fire power capabilities, providing anti-air, -submarine and -surface warfare support.

Amphibious Forces: Embark and transport vehicles, equipment and personnel for amphibious assault operations.

Combat-Logistics Forces: Provide combatant ships with fuel, ammunition, food and supplies, and provide repair, maintenance and rescue capabilities through Fleet Support Ships.

Mine Warfare Forces: Detect, identify and neutralize threats from hostile use of maritime mines.

You may also be interested in becoming a Surface Warfare Officer within the prestigious Navy Nuclear community where you will have the opportunity to work on some of the world's most powerful nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers.

Work Environment

As a Surface Warfare Officer, you will work at sea and on shore, in a variety of environments. Sea duty could place you aboard ships within the fleet. Shore duty may involve a tour of duty at the Pentagon, a student assignment at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, or command and management positions at shore bases and stations around the world.

Training & Advancement

Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.

Unless they have already been commissioned through the Naval Academy or ROTC, those pursuing a Surface Warfare Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School. Newly commissioned SWOs can expect an advanced training process that includes comprehensive training at sea and ashore.

Newly commissioned Surface Warfare Officers will be assigned to a surface ship, leading a team of Sailors responsible for a component of the ship - anything from electronics to weapons to engineering systems. In this setting, Officers are working toward full Surface Warfare qualification.

After completing these initial sea tours, Surface Warfare Officers may be selected to serve on high-level staffs, commands or strategic projects or they may be selected to work in recruitment. The ultimate goal for many: to one day command their own ship.

Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.

Post-Service Opportunities

Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.

Education Opportunities

Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Surface Warfare Officers can advance their education by:

  • Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
  • Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges


Qualifications & Requirements

A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer.

There are different ways to become a SWO. If you're a high school student or an undergraduate, you can enter through the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) or through the U.S. Naval Academy. Those already having a degree attend Officer Candidate School (OCS), a 12-week Navy school in Newport, RI.

All candidates must also be U.S. Citizens.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.

Part-Time Opportunities

There are part-time opportunities available as a Surface Warfare Officer.

Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.

For annual training, Surface Warfare Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.

Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.

Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.

Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.

For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again.

Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.

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MEP Superintendent
Salary not disclosed
Falls Church 6 days ago
Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates.

No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT.

MEP Superintendent Job Description: The MEP Superintendent’s role is to coordinate and manage all activities related to the construction startup and commissioning of the mechanical, electrical, and control systems in accordance with the contract documents and project schedule.

Responsibilities Assist bidding mechanical and electrical trades Manage Equipment Procurement process Develop MEP critical path schedule Coordinate and track critical path construction and startup activities Track and coordinate equipment deliveries Review mechanical and electrical submittals Organize and conduct project meetings for critical MEP activities Develop MOP for critical work in live environments Work with subcontractors and design team to provide conflict resolution for MEP issues Coordinate and manage the quality control process for MEP systems construction Manage startup and pretesting of mechanical and electrical systems Coordinate and support third party commissioning activities Manage commissioning documentation Build strong client relations Qualifications A four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred.

In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable.

4 years experience in Mechanical or Electrical System Construction 3 years combined experience in Mission Critical Construction, Hospital Construction, MEP Project Management, or Mechanical and Electrical System Start-up and Commissioning Strong communication skills; verbal and written Strong leadership skills; able to build and lead a team Capable in coordinating and scheduling MEP activities Aptitude for problem solving Ability to work independently Motivated self-starter Effectively utilize computer and software technology in the performance of duties Preconstruction / Equipment Procurement Experience Willing to travel HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
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Preconstruction Project Executive - Design Manager
🏢 HITT Contracting
Salary not disclosed
Falls Church 6 days ago
Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates.

No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT.

Preconstruction Project Executive
- Design Manager Job Description: The Preconstruction Executive – Design Manager reports directly to the Senior Vice President of Strategic Services and supports the Vice President of Preconstruction while leading the development and execution of the company’s design build strategy.

The Design Manager is a key leadership role that oversees the execution of the design build strategy and project execution from beginning to end.

In addition, this role provides design-build leadership and design management during pursuits and preconstruction by analyzing RFP/RFQ requirements, coordinating the preconstruction team leads, guiding design team selection, and managing the design phase to maintain alignment to cost, schedule, constructability, procurement, and client performance requirements.

The ideal candidate will act as the liaison to HITT’s clients (external owners and internal operations teams), the design team, and the Preconstruction team.

The Design Manager may oversee additional design manager resources.

Responsibilities • Lead design-build preconstruction efforts by establishing the design management plan, design schedule/milestones, decision log, and deliverable requirements from pursuit through handoff to Operations • Perform RFP/RFQ and contract document analysis for design-build pursuits to identify scope, performance criteria, deliverables, risk items, and proposal requirements; translate requirements into a clear execution plan for the preconstruction team • Coordinate with preconstruction team leads (trade managers, MEP, scheduling, VDC, estimating) to assign responsibilities by phase and maintain a consistent cadence of design-to-budget and design-to-schedule checkpoints • Lead design team selection in coordination with leadership: develop shortlist criteria, interview approach, scope alignment, and onboarding expectations to meet HITT deliverables and client requirements • Manage the design process by facilitating design coordination meetings, tracking design actions/decisions, ensuring constructability reviews are completed, and driving timely owner and designer decisions required to maintain schedule • Integrate trade partner input (design-assist/delegated design where applicable) to support constructability, systems coordination, long-lead procurement, and package strategy; document scope splits and design responsibilities • Prepare and analyze bid or budget proposals to include; current market conditions, historical data, material escalation, internal estimates and subcontractor input for complete and accurate proposals to our clients • Develop and coordinate proposal narratives and exhibits related to design-build approach, design management, schedule strategy, risk, and cost drivers in alignment with RFP requirements • Make and influence decisions under tight deadlines • Identify and communicate cost saving solutions both internally and externally • Review work product to ensure process and quality are consistently being achieved • Assist with on-going training of all staff members • Present technical and financial information to stakeholders, including changes from previously presented pricing information Qualifications • DBIA education/certification or equivalent design-build training is a plus • Strong understanding of design-build procurement and RFP requirements, including development of compliance matrices, risk registers, and design management narratives • Demonstrated experience leading design-build pursuits and preconstruction with responsibility for design management and coordination of A/E deliverables • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field preferred • (5) to (10) years of commercial general contracting preconstruction or operations experience preferred • Clear & Concise communication skills with internal and external stakeholders • Critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making in pressure situations • Analyze construction documents and identify missing details and components required to provide a complete system or scope • Meticulous attention to detail • Timeline and Deadline oriented • Understand Building Code and LEED Requirements • Microsoft Office Suite, with high level of proficiency using Excel • Adobe products, including Bluebeam HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
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Recruitment Specialist - Building Industry
Salary not disclosed
Washington D.C, District of Columbia 1 week ago

Now Hiring: Recruitment Specialist - Building Industry

We're looking for a Recruitment Specialist to join our Workforce Strategy team in Washington, DC. In this role, you'll partner with executives across engineering and architecture firms to help them attract, hire, and retain top talent. You'll oversee and execute high-level strategic searches, advise clients on employee engagement and development practices, and build lasting relationships with career professionals across the AEC industry. This role is ideal for someone who loves connecting people with purpose, understands the nuances of talent in a technical industry, and wants to make a tangible impact on how firms grow and lead their teams.

Why DesignForce?

At DesignForce, we're a hardworking, passionate, and collaborative team united by one mission — to elevate the employee experience in the AEC industry. As a proud Certified B Corporation, we're guided by principles of social responsibility, ethics, and impact. We balance purpose and fun, with a culture that celebrates connection and creativity through happy hours, team bonding events ( sip-and-paint nights, bowling, paintball, escape rooms, axe throwing and more), and biweekly catered lunches. Our biweekly internal trainings reflect our deep commitment to innovation and continuous learning, we're always looking for ways to elevate our people and our work. We bring high energy and fresh ideas to everything we do, working in a flexible hybrid environment out of our vibrant, modern office in Dupont Circle.

Core Responsibilities Include:

  • Develop and foster long-term relationships with professionals in the design and building industries, assisting them with their career development.
  • Provide personalized career coaching sessions for professionals within the Architecture, Interiors, Engineering, Development and Construction fields.
  • Assist with the development and execution of workforce strategy initiatives, including 360-performance reviews, strategic planning, benefits benchmarking, compensation analysis, and employee engagement surveys.
  • Partner strategically with organizational leaders and hiring managers to proactively assess talent needs, providing expert guidance to shape workforce planning and ensure alignment with both immediate and long-term business objectives.
  • Source talent and continue to build and enhance an active National network through various channels like LinkedIn, social media, and industry networking events.
  • Aid in the development and facilitation of high impact learning and development workshops.
  • Research and write industry-specific blog articles to promote DesignForce and personal brand.

Preferred Qualifications Include:

  • Hold a BA or BS in Communications, Human Resources, Psychology, Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
  • 1+ professional years of experience in talent acquisition, recruiting, career coaching, design, engineering consulting, or a related field.
  • Display exemplary communication capabilities, effectively communicating verbally and through writing.
  • Demonstrate strong ownership of your workload by proactively managing client and internal team relationships, independently establishing realistic deadlines, and consistently delivering results that meet or exceed the highest standards of excellence.
  • Be able to pivot quickly and adapt to change in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
  • Love food. Seriously. We like to eat. (Specific knowledge about the DC food scene is a plus but not a requirement).

Additional Information - We Take Care of Our People by Providing the Following Benefits:

  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
  • Paid Voting & Wellness Leave
  • Annual Professional Development Budget
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • On-Site Gym Membership
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • 401(k) with Matching
  • Quarterly Team Volunteering Outings
  • Professional Development Support
  • Bi-Weekly Catered Team Lunch

Equal Opportunity Employer

At DesignForce, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate, support, and thrive because of it. DesignForce is a proud equal-opportunity employer. Employment at DesignForce is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. DesignForce does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

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Quality Control Manager- (OCONUS)
Salary not disclosed
McLean, VA 1 week ago

American International Contractors (Special Projects), Inc. (AICI-SP) is seeking Quality Control Manager candidates to work on upcoming overseas projects in Europe and the Middle East. A U.S. Secret Level Security Clearance is required for this position, which also requires U.S. citizenship. Please only apply if you are a US Citizen holding a secret level (or higher) security clearance.

American International Contractors (Special Projects), Inc. (AICI-SP) has established itself as one of the leading construction firms in the Department of State, Overseas Building Operations (OBO) program. We continue to win important contracts and projects throughout this program and others. We have a culture of innovation where our employees can make a difference and are looking for like-minded, dynamic individuals to come and join our rapidly expanding team. Our employees are our most valuable resources, and we strive to ensure that every one of them is treated as such. In keeping with this philosophy we offer a competitive benefits package including: Health insurance (medical, dental, vision), paid federal holidays, long- and short- term disability, life insurance, paid vacation, and a 401K matching program.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Quality Control Manager is responsible for the effective implementation of U.S. Government contract documents in construction activities to achieve quality and safety. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Prepare and execute the Quality Control Program on site
  • Inspect and perform testing coordination and control
  • Supervise workers engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure high productivity and high technical integrity
  • Formulate, document and maintain quality control standards and on-going quality control objectives
  • Manage and review the submittal register
  • Check material, design, shop and as-built drawings
  • May be required to manage a team of Quality Control Engineers
  • Other duties as assigned by the Project Manager or Operations Manager

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States
  • Must have an active U.S. SECRET level security clearance 
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or Quality Control
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience implementing construction quality control programs for similar projects
  • Must be proficient in project management tools and software, such as, RMS, ProjNet, SharePoint, etc.
  • Completed USACE course entitled “Construction Quality Management for Contractors
  • Must be willing to work overseas

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

  • International construction industry experience interacting with various diverse culture
  • Experience operating as the Quality Control Manager on large valued projects over $100M
  • Professional Engineer Certification 
  • Previous experience in US Government funded projects a plus (NAVFAC, DOS OBO, USAID or USACE preferred)

                                                     

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

The demands described here are not exhaustive, but are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions in accordance with applicable law, provided that the individual does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others when performing such essential functions.  

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, among other things, use hands to grasp and reach up with arms overhead, including manual dexterity to operate office equipment, filing, and perform specialized skills. The employee must have the ability to   stoop, squat, stand, walk, twist, balance, climb (ladder and stairs of high-rise building), kneel, crouch, speak, carry, and hear. The employee must have the ability to lift, carry, push or pull and move up to 15 pounds of weight without assistance. The job imposes a demand for physical agility and mobility, including the ability to maneuver safely throughout the work site. This position will require the use of personal protective equipment while present in active construction zones. The employee must be able to hear warning sounds and alarms, communicate effectively with coworkers and follow spoken directions.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands:

The position requires a high degree of concentration in a busy environment.   There is a substantial demand for analyzing, perceiving, comprehending, rapid decision making and exercising sound judgment to ensure individual and coworker safety in a potentially dangerous environment.  Ability to follow directions and meet deadlines is critical.  

Environmental Demands:

The position entails working on a busy construction site overseas, generally away from the employee’s family, and in countries whose laws and social norms may be much more restrictive than in the United States, with the potential for occasional periods of social unrest, military action, interruption of normal services such as electricity and water, natural disasters, and the like.

Work involves a 60-hour workweek, 6 days a week/ 10 hours per day. Flexibility with hours/days is required. Individuals must have comfort working in a high-stress environment and be able to perform the above activities in extreme hot, cold, humid, and wet conditions depending on location and season. Exposure to construction equipment and sharp tools, including power tools, and materials. Some exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals, potential electric shock, significant heights and high noise level, including high-pitched noises.  Some potential exposure to dust, fumes, smoke and airborne particles.  

NOTE:                   The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by individuals assigned this position.  They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands and working conditions associated with the position.

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