Soldier Team Staff Synchronization Officer (SSO)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Soldier Team Staff Synchronization Officer (SSO)

Location: DC Metro Area

This is an Onsite Position:

Opportunity Overview: CORTEK seeks a highly qualified Soldier Team Staff Synchronization Officer (SSO) to serve as Key Personnel supporting Army Soldier Systems programs. This role focuses on integrating, analyzing, and managing crew-served weapons, sniper systems, optics, mounts, and tactical targeting technologies. The ideal candidate will have deep operational experience with Army weapon systems and synchronization across Soldier Team capabilities.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage and synchronize Army Soldier Team programs and capabilities
• Provide strategic analysis and support for decision forums and briefings
• Support integration of crew-served weapons and related systems into Army modernization efforts
• Collaborate with Army, Joint, and OSD staffs to develop strategic-level products
• Conduct quality control of leadership reviews and portfolio briefings
• Maintain and update leadership smart books and strategic communication materials

Systems & Equipment Supported

• Crew-Served Weapons:
  • M2/M2A1 .50 Caliber Machine Gun
  • M240B/L Medium Caliber Machine Guns
  • M3A1 40mm Launcher
  • Multi-role Antiarmor Antipersonnel Weapon System (MAAWS) 40mm
  • Future Medium Machine Gun (FMMG)
• Sniper Rifles and Ammunition
• Small Arms Ammunition
• Machine Gun Optics
• Tripods and Vehicular Mounts
• Tactical Lasers:
  • STORM (Small Tactical Optical Rifle Mounted)
  • LTLM (Laser Target Locator Module)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business or Engineering
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Force Development or related duties
• Experience at senior Army levels such as HQDA, MACOMs, or Army Service Component Commands

• TS/SCI clearance is mandatory
• Operational experience with Soldier Team systems and Mission Command Transport Applications

Preferred Skills & Expertise

• Interdisciplinary knowledge of:
  • Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE)
  • DoD acquisition processes (DoDI 5000.2)
  • Materiel and force structure requirements development and validation (JCIDS)
• Experience applying force development across DOTMLPF-P domains in fiscally constrained environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Highly Preferred Qualifications, Certifications, and Training :

• How the Army Runs (HTAR) Course
• RQM 1010 / CLR 101: Introduction to JCIDS
• RQM 1100 / RQM 110: Core Concepts for Requirements Management / CDC
• RQM 3100 / RQM 310: Advanced Concepts and Skills
• CLR 151: Analysis of Alternatives
• RQM 2500 / CLR 250: Capabilities-Based Assessments
• RQM 2520 / CLR 252: Developing Performance Attributes

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Life & Disability Coverage
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Professional Development Support

Clearance: An Active Top Secret-SCI Clearance is required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

About CORTEK : Founded in 2003, CORTEK is a distinguished Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) defense, Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) terrorism prevention, Counter-WMD (CWMD) support services, and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)/Privacy Act support. With over a decade of experience, CORTEK has delivered mission-critical solutions to government clients, including the Department of State (DOS), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Justice (DOJ), and Department of Defense (DoD). Our proven track record includes 12 years of incumbency on DOS contracts supporting WMD threat mitigation and consequence management programs and comprehensive support for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency's (DTRA) technical and strategic objectives across Physical and Biological Sciences, Engineering, Policy, and Operations. Additionally, CORTEK has provided onsite analytical support for the Department of the Army Headquarters (HQDA) at the Pentagon.

At CORTEK, relationships are at the heart of what we do. We pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, leveraging proven management processes to deliver tailored solutions that drive client success. Our focus on excellence, innovation, and competitive value throughout the project management lifecycle makes CORTEK a trusted partner. Curious to learn more? Visit us at CORTEK.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer: CORTEK is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace by hiring and retaining talented individuals from all backgrounds. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. As an EEO employer, CORTEK complies with Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination and posts notices outlining these protections in accordance with applicable regulations.

Reasonable Accommodation Requests: CORTEK is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail View email address on ziprecruiter.com or call Human Resources at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

E-Verify: As a Federal Contractor, we are required to use E-Verify to validate employees' ability to work legally in the United States.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination: CORTEK will not discharge or, in any other manner, discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.