Job Description

Are you an experienced analyst looking to develop your own impactful research program that addresses the nation's most challenging security problems?

Are you interested in mentoring developing analysts, and providing imaginative career development opportunities for analysts you supervise?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!

We are seeking a supervisor for the Battlespace Information and Awareness (BIA) Section within the Operations and Programs Analysis (JOP) Group to lead and oversee studies and analyses, and provide career development for BIA staff. As a Section Supervisor, you will provide leadership to a team of analysts that uses systems engineering and operational analysis to help understand the performance and interoperability of U.S. and adversary information networks operating across all domains.

As the Battlespace Information and Awareness Section Supervisor...

• Your primary responsibility will be to provide technical leadership to a team of analysts investigating the performance of U.S. and adversary information networks. You will also oversee analyses of the enablers to those networks, such as PNT, ISR, and tracking capabilities. This leadership will primarily be provided directly to team members as the lead for technical projects and by example to all the section members through quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis and the presentation of relevant results to decision makers. You will also ensure the timeliness and quality of the analysts’ work, to include their analytic technique and approach; their interactions with colleagues, sponsors, and project team members; and their written and presentation products.
• You will mentor and coach section members by example. You will work with analysts to further develop their skills and grow the capability and capacity of the section. In addition, you will provide and guide staff development opportunities.
• You will assist higher-level managers with group strategic planning and the development of new business initiatives to further develop APL’s capability in analyzing U.S. and adversary information networks.
• You will assist higher-level managers with staff and task planning, interviewing and hiring, and integrated investment and capital planning.
• You will conduct regular performance coaching sessions with staff.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you have...

• A bachelor's degree (or higher) in engineering, physical science, computer science, mathematics, operations research or another relevant discipline.
• A demonstrated record of analytic leadership conducting operational and technical studies for relevant sponsors.
• Demonstrated strength in communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Familiarity with systems engineering and operational analysis techniques.
• A demonstrated ability to collaborate, lead teams, mentor and coach.
• Willingness and ability to travel to meet with sponsors and leaders at operational commands.

• An active Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have...

• Experience with analysis of U.S. and adversary information networks, and/or enablers such as PNT, ISR, and tracking capabilities.
• Supervisory and Project Management experience.

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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