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The A&P Mechanic – G650 is responsible for performing high-level maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on the G650 aircraft. This position supports a VIP/ VVIP aviation environment that requires exceptional technical expertise, meticulous attention to detail, and the highest standards of safety, confidentiality, and professionalism.

The ideal candidate has advanced experience with the G650 platform, knowledge of G650-specific systems and modifications, and the ability to maintain both airframe and cabin systems to meet elevated customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Aircraft Maintenance & Repair

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the G650, including A/B checks, cabin systems maintenance, and Gulfstream-specific modifications.
• Conduct inspections and repairs on high-end interiors, cabin management systems (CMS), entertainment systems, lighting, galley equipment, and VIP-customized installations.
• Execute component replacements, SB/AD compliance, structural repairs, and configuration-controlled cabin changes per BBJ documentation.
• Support AOG recovery and rapid-response troubleshooting in remote or international locations as needed.

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure all maintenance actions comply with FAA regulations, company procedures, and Gulfstream-specific maintenance programs.
• Accurately document work performed in digital maintenance tracking systems and aircraft logbooks.
• Review and apply service bulletins.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance for inspections, major repairs, and return-to-service authorization.

Inspection, Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

• Perform detailed inspections of airframe, powerplant, avionics, and high-touch cabin systems unique to G650 configuration.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment and built-in test systems (BITE) to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Conduct borescope inspections on LEAP-1B engines, APU troubleshooting, and avionics system evaluations.

VIP Cabin, Interior & Special Systems Support

• Maintain and repair VIP furnishings, luxury materials, cabinetry, and premium finishes.
• Troubleshoot and support Cabin Management Systems (CMS), satellite communications, Wi-Fi, Blu-ray/AV systems, and aircraft internet hardware.
• Work closely with flight crews and cabin staff to ensure the aircraft meets VVIP standards of comfort and functionality.

Safety, Quality & Operational Excellence

• Uphold the highest levels of safety, confidentiality, and customer service expected in VIP aviation environments.
• Support continuous improvement of maintenance processes, reliability programs, and long-term fleet health monitoring.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and strictly follow OSHA, company, and regulatory safety protocols.
• Coordinate with operations, flight crew, engineering, and supply chain for aircraft readiness and mission reliability.

Required Qualifications

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
• 3–5+ years of experience maintaining G650 platforms.
• Strong experience with:
• G650 interior and cabin systems
• Digital maintenance platforms (AMOS, TRAX, CMP, or equivalent)
• VIP cabin repairs, CMS systems, and premium interiors
• Ability to read and interpret data, manuals, engineering drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Capable of working in high-standards VIP or corporate aviation environments.
• Must possess an active Secret (or TS/SCI) security clearance or be eligible to obtain one.

Preferred Qualifications

• G650 Maintenance Training Certification.
• Prior experience with VVIP fleet operators, corporate aviation, charter, or government executive transport.
• FCC License, NCATT or avionics endorsements, or AET certifications.
• AOG experience with international travel capability.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity and data sensitivity for VIP aircraft systems.
• This position does not offer relocation assistance; local candidates are preferred.

Core Competencies

• Extreme attention to detail and craftsmanship
• High professionalism and discretion
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic capability
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• Ability to adapt in high-tempo VIP operations
• Customer-service mindset for VVIP standards

Overview

We are seeking multiple experienced Acquisition Professionals to support high-visibility DoD/Navy ACAT I programs in the Washington, DC area. These roles will provide direct program management and acquisition support to Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAP), with a strong emphasis on shipbuilding and Navy program execution.

Candidates must have recent experience supporting DoD or Navy acquisition programs and possess working knowledge of DoD Instruction 5000.02.

Open Roles May Include:

• Program Manager (Senior) -Program Manager
• Deputy Program Manager / Task 1 Lead-(Senior) -Program Manager
• Business and Financial Manager Task Lead - Financial Management Analyst (Senior)
• Systems Engineering Task Lead - Systems Engineer (Senior)
• Mission Systems Task Lead - Engineering Technician (Senior)
• Production Task Lead (Senior) - Management Analyst
• Test and Evaluation Task Lead - Engineering Technician (Senior)
• Logistics Task Lead-(Senior) - Logistics Analyst
• Baseline Management Task Lead-(Senior) -Management Analyst
• Post Delivery Task Lead (Senior) - Engineering Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition and program management support to DoD/Navy ACAT I programs
• Apply knowledge of DoD 5000.02 and Defense Acquisition System policies
• Support milestone documentation, ADM preparation, and program reviews
• Develop and review acquisition strategies, schedules, budgets, and risk plans
• Support oversight and execution of recent DoD/Navy contracts
• Coordinate with PEOs, NAVSEA, OPNAV, and other key stakeholders
• Provide executive-level briefings and decision support materials
• Support shipbuilding lifecycle planning and execution

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience supporting a DoD or Navy ACAT I program
• Recent contracts experience within DoD/Navy environment
• Strong knowledge of DoD 5000.02 acquisition framework
• Experience supporting shipbuilding programs (NAVSEA experience preferred)
• Active Secret Clearance
• Located in or near Washington, DC (or able to commute onsite)

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.

Patent Attorney – Intellectual Property (DC)

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an experienced Patent Attorney to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group in Washington, DC. This role also offers flexibility for remote work.

The firm is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.

This position provides the opportunity to work on sophisticated intellectual property matters within a collaborative team environment while advising innovative clients across a variety of industries.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Manage domestic and international patent prosecution matters
• Support patent prosecution activities before foreign patent offices
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on patent protection and portfolio development
• Collaborate with attorneys and technical specialists across the intellectual property practice
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver high-quality legal services

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of patent prosecution experience
• Demonstrated experience drafting patent applications and prosecuting patents before the USPTO
• Experience coordinating with foreign counsel on international patent matters
• USPTO admission required
• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical field
• At least 3–5 years of law firm experience
• Strong academic credentials, analytical skills, and communication abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced technical degree
• Experience working with medical device technologies

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $150,000 – $210,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, the role may also be eligible for performance-based or discretionary compensation, depending on a variety of factors including performance, experience, and location.

What the Firm Offers

• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated intellectual property matters
• Flexibility for remote work
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Are you an experienced Operating Room nurse ready to take your surgical career into the cardiovascular specialty?

We are seeking skilled OR RNs who want to transition into the Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) through our structured CVOR Bridge Program. This program is designed for perioperative nurses who already understand the OR environment and are ready to build advanced expertise in cardiac and major vascular surgery.

If you are looking to specialize, increase your clinical complexity, and be part of a high-performing cardiac surgical team, this is your next step.

Why MedStar Washington Hospital Center?

• We are incredibly proud of our two-time ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designation and Magnet® Program Recognition, the highest credential for nursing a hospital can receive. MedStar Washington is one of only two hospitals in the nation to hold active dual designations for nursing excellence and a positive work environment, as recognized by the ANCC.
• Home to one of the nation’s top cardiology, heart, and vascular surgery programs, as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, and earned the highest possible quality rating for cardiac surgery from the prestigious Society of Thoracic Surgeons. 
• Ongoing investment in surgical services, including state-of-the-art CV operating rooms opening later this year.

Our cardiovascular service line performs a broad range of complex cardiac and vascular procedures, providing exposure to advanced technologies and intricate surgical cases. Nurses joining this program will become part of a highly specialized team supporting significant annual cardiac surgical volumes.

About the CVOR Bridge Program

This program is built for experienced OR nurses who bring deep clinical knowledge but may not have formal CVOR experience.

You will receive:

• Structured didactic CVOR curriculum
• Dedicated CVOR preceptorship
• Ongoing mentorship from experienced CVOR nurses and clinical educators
• Our goal is to provide the foundation, technical training, and confidence needed to successfully transition into the surgical cardiac environment.

Our Leadership & Support Structure

You will practice within a well-established Perioperative leadership model that includes:

• Director of Perioperative Services
• Assistant Director of Nursing (AODN)
• Specialty Clinical Educators
• Dedicated CVOR charge nurses and experienced preceptors

This structure ensures consistent support, professional development, and operational excellence.

Why Transition to CVOR?

Your OR background is highly valuable in the specialized CVOR setting. As a CVOR nurse, you will:

• Care for patients undergoing complex open-heart and major vascular procedures
• Collaborate closely with cardiac surgeons, perfusionists, anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists
• Develop advanced technical and procedural expertise
• Practice in a high-performing, team-based environment
• Expand your career opportunities within Cardiovascular and Perioperative Services

Qualifications

• Active DC RN license prior to start date
• Minimum of 1 year recent OR expereince
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Commitment to completing the structured CVOR training program

What We Offer

• Highly competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Structured onboarding and specialty training
• Magnet-level nursing practice environment
• Long-term growth opportunities within Cardiovascular and Perioperative Services
• Access to professional development and advancement pathways

If you are an experienced OR nurse ready to specialize in one of the most advanced areas of surgical nursing, we encourage you to apply.

Join our CVOR Bridge Program and take the next step in your perioperative career.

• 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

Position Overview

A newly created position due to growth, the Director, Legal Operations will be primarily responsible for collaboratively providing legal support services with the AVP of Legal Services and Chief Legal Officer, working with C-Suite Executives. Key areas of focus will be mergers & acquisitions, business contracts, personnel matters and general operations support. This role will work cross-functionally with the holding company, member companies, and external counsel, to provide ongoing legal services and is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in helping to build a rapidly growing post-IPO company.

As a Director, you will:

• Support all phases of mergers and acquisitions; deal structuring, NDAs, due diligence, closing and post-closing processes.
• Manage transaction and due diligence documentation; utilize data rooms and coordinate due diligence requests and responses.
• Support post-closing legal integration processes; update entity governance, contracts, and regulatory filings.
• Support outside counsel engagement on international M&A due diligence and transactions.
• Support day-to-day administration of the company's credit facilities; track covenants, coordinate required reporting, support lender communications, and document amendments, consents, and M&A related financing impacts.
• Support personnel matters across the full employment lifecycle; prepare or review legal documentation and provide support for onboarding, separations, contractor engagements, and management of restrictive covenants and confidentiality obligations.
• Opportunity to support the legal department across various disciplines including client contracts (new clients, renewals, amendments, terminations, RFPs), vendor contracts, operational compliance, asset management, and dispute resolution.
• Perform other duties as necessary to achieve departmental goals.

To be successful, you will need:

• 5-7+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department
• Demonstrates strong learning agility; committed to continuous learning and professional growth
• Comfortable with hands-on environment; willing and excited to take ownership of both strategic and day-to-day tasks that support company growth
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, specifically Excel; ability to learn and adapt to new software
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Proven ability to operate with integrity and ethics, and maintain highest standards of confidentiality
• Willingness and ability to meet and exceed established deadlines
• Dependability and reliability
• Be able to adjust to flexible work schedules
• A "Can – Do" Attitude
• We prefer that you have:
• Demonstrated success supporting M&A transactions across the full lifecycle
• Experience supporting personnel matters across the employment lifecycle
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Microsoft Excel

What We Offer:

• Generous PTO policy of 21 days per year for all full-time employees
• Competitive yearly bonus structure based on performance
• 401K plan with traditional and Roth options
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employees and families with opportunity to enroll in HSA
• Opportunities to enroll in Flexible Spending accounts and Commuting accounts
• Company paid basic life insurance of $50,000, long term disability, and short term disability coverage
• Company paid access to a wide range of health and well-being resources and services including telephonic counseling, legal advice, and other services

Additional Information

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel, or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Public Policy Holding Company (PPHC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. PPHC does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

Account Manager – Client Practice (Strategic IT Staffing & Consulting)

Locations (required): Philadelphia, PA | McLean, VA | Morristown NJ

About the Role

We're expanding our Client delivery and sales organization after 10 years of partnership and are looking for a high-performing Account Manager to help us elevate this relationship from transactional to strategic.

This isn't a "drop-off-bagels” role. We're looking for a true hunter who thrives on opening doors, driving discovery conversations, and identifying opportunities before the requisition ever hits the VMS.

Our Client portfolio is long-standing and proven, with hundreds of active managers who have bought from us in the past. The opportunity now is to go beyond order fulfillment and lead with sales, building relationships where business problems start, not where staffing transactions end.

What You'll Do

• Own and expand a defined Client portfolio, with a focus on proactive outreach and relationship development
• Hunt for new opportunities by leveraging existing buyer lists, historical req data, and LinkedIn to identify where future demand will emerge
• Drive consultative conversations that uncover project needs, pain points, and workforce gaps across Client's business units
• Collaborate closely with delivery and recruiting teams to ensure client satisfaction and timely fulfillment
• Track and analyze activity, opportunities, and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement
• Build long-term credibility with hiring managers, procurement teams, and delivery leaders, progressing from transactional engagements to strategic partnerships

Who You Are

• A hunter by nature, comfortable navigating a large enterprise client with both structure and white space
• Curious and commercially minded, eager to ask "why” and "what's next,” not just "what's open”
• Experienced in IT staffing or professional services sales (ERP, Cloud, AppDev, Cyber, or Digital Transformation)
• Confident leading client discussions from problem discovery through to talent delivery
• Organized, data-driven, and capable of managing multiple requisitions and relationships simultaneously
• A natural communicator who can engage both line managers and senior leaders with professionalism and insight

Focus Areas

You'll support Client projects in domains such as:

• Business Operations: Contracts, Law Clerks, AML/KYC Analysts
• Technology Enablement: ERP (SAP, Oracle, Workday), Cloud, AppDev, Cybersecurity, and Digital Transformation

(This role does not focus on infrastructure or desktop support work.)

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary plus a strong commission structure
• Draw option available for high-potential candidates
• Access to an established, growing Client program with significant white-space opportunity
• Collaborative team culture with direct executive mentorship and autonomy to run your territory
• Clear career path toward Senior AM or Client Partner roles

Ideal Background

• 3–7 years in IT staffing, consulting sales, or client management
• Prior experience supporting or selling into Client, Client, or similar system integrators is a plus

Demonstrated track record of new business development and relationship growth