Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking a Science & Technology (S&T) Coordinator to support the Office of Naval Research, Warfare Performance Department in Arlington, VA.

I’ve never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

So, what will the Science & Technology (S&T) Coordinator at Terrestris do?

The Warfighter Performance Department, Code 34, is responsible for fostering, creating, maturing, and transitioning knowledge products and technologies that will enhance the Naval Enterprise’s ability to conduct operations anytime, anywhere. The focus of Code 34’s research investments are related to human and biological systems, artificial intelligence, and autonomy. As S&T Coordinator you will play a key role in managing and aligning research efforts to meet Navy operational needs. This position is both technical and administrative, focusing on coordination rather than direct research execution.

What does a typical day look like for the Science & Technology (S&T) Coordinator?

You will:

Lead and manage a team of scientists and engineers working on Government contracts related to ONR Science and Technology (S&T) programs.
Oversee day-to-day activities and ensure the team meets project milestones and objectives.
Provide guidance and strategic direction in the areas of life sciences, social sciences, or human-systems integration.
Establish and implement process improvements and training programs for junior staff.
Coordinate and manage outreach events to promote research efforts.
Develop and synthesize technical reports, summarizing complex material for senior government executives.
Collaborate with ONR program officers and science advisors in the context of S&T technology development.
Provide executive-level support to Government Senior Executives, preparing briefings, reports, and other materials.
This position is contingent upon contract award **
Current TS-SCI Clearance.
Authorization to permanently work in the United States without sponsorship.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Doctor of Science (ScD) from an accredited college or university plus five (5) years of relevant work experience; or Master’s Degree plus ten (10) years of relevant work experience in at least one of the following research disciplines: Life Science (e.g., biology, physiology, neuroscience), Social Science (e.g. psychology), or a domain related to Human-Systems Integration or related science.
Demonstrated understanding of the organizational structure and functions of the components of the Naval Research Enterprise (NRE); to include the roles of ONR program officers and science advisors in S&T technology development.
Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, organizational, communication, and analytical skills. For example: established and implemented process improvement initiatives, managed workshops, etc.
Demonstrated ability to read technical material and synthesize important information and/or briefly summarize the material
Recent experience providing support to Government Senior Executives.
Experience utilizing Microsoft Office 365 (specifically, Word, Power Point, Outlook, SharePoint Online, Teams, and Excel).
Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated effectiveness working independently and collaboratively.
Demonstrating creativity, foresight, professionalism, and mature judgment in anticipating and addressing scientific, business, financial, or program management tasks.
Ability to demonstrate professional politeness, proficient and effective verbal and written communications skills that are void of slang, colloquialisms and/or phases that could be interpreted as vulgar or offensive.
DAWIA certification or Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) certification or commercially available Project Management Certification (PMP); Prior Department of Defense (DoD) or Department of Navy (DON) experience.
Five (5) years of experience in developing and supporting Navy S&T programs.
Experience preparing, handling, storing, couriering, and arranging for digital projection of classified information.

What qualifications do you look for?

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What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?

We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Science & Technology (S&T) Coordinator (Secret Security Clearance Required)