Strategic Weapon System (SWS) Data Processor/Analyst

Description Are you detail-oriented and eager to learn? Do you work well on teams and have an interest in improving processes and increasing efficiency? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL. Responsibilities You will work as part of a team to select appropriate data inputs, monitor execution of processes and applications, and verify outputs are complete. You will exercise technical judgement in applying quality control checks on data from initial receipt through final data delivery and will be responsible for troubleshooting (independently and collaboratively) data discrepancies to ensure data accuracy. You will leverage software to distribute a variety of SWS and Telemetry data products in accordance with program and sponsor policies and procedures. You will assist the Operations section with keeping procedures current by writing and updating test plans, scenario documents and processing checklists; this includes identification of software/process inefficiencies and recommending solutions to address inefficiencies. You will develop test plans for and lead software testing of the initial processing software applications using automated and manual testing methods. You will work alongside technical professional staff to develop technical concepts/alternatives for the future of Trident data offloads, leveraging encryption technologies. Qualifications Have significant work experience in a specific technical field (e.g. networking topologies/design, encryption/decryption devices, etc.) Have demonstrated relevant experience with executing software in the Microsoft Windows environment. Have at least three years of demonstrated recent experience with Microsoft Office products. Have strong written and oral communication skills. Have excellent interpersonal, organizational & multi-tasking skills. Hold an active Secret level security clearance and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret 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. Preferred Qualifications Have an Associate’s Degree Have data processing or data entry experience. Have familiarity with the US/UK Navy’s Fleet Ballistic Missile Submarines and Strategic Weapons Systems. Have interest in obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science. Have technical writing experience. Have a mathematical and/or analytical inclination, demonstrated by pursuit of formal education in a technical field. Special Working Conditions Some processing must be performed in classified closed areas. Staff may be asked to work occasional weekend or evening hours to support operations conducted in support of the Nation’s Strategic Deterrence mission. Staff may occasionally be requested to travel to support flight tests in support of the Nation’s Strategic Deterrence mission. Compensation Minimum Rate: $30.00 Hourly Maximum Rate: $57.05 Hourly The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign‑on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. 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 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory