What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Specialist – Science Director position at American Technology Solutions International Corp.?
ATSI support services are growing. We are currently seeking a dedicated professional with a proven track record of success to join our team. This full-time position supports the Office of Naval Research (ONR). The Program Specialist – Science Director (SD) will provide program and administrative support to the ONR Global Science Director Program.
The selected candidate will accept technical tasking and task prioritization direction from the ONR Global Science Director Program Manager, who will serve as the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) for this position. The role will support the administration, execution, and evaluation of Science Director program initiatives, including coordination of program activities, preparation of briefings, and maintenance of program documentation and administrative records.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, possess experience supporting U.S. Government Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) programs, and have the ability to work effectively with senior military, civilian, academic, and research leadership supporting ONR’s global science and technology mission.
Requirements:- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree with at least seven (7) years of relevant work experience, OR Associate’s degree with at least ten (10) years of U.S. Government RDT&E program support experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency managing customer requirements across a broad range of program and administrative support tasks, including briefing preparation and maintaining program administrative history and documentation.
- Experience supporting the administration, execution, and evaluation of management or program initiatives.
- Professional maturity and ability to interact daily with senior military and civilian leadership, including O-6, GS-15, and Director-level personnel across ONR Global S&T partner organizations, ONR Headquarters staff, University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs), CONUS-based universities, and members of the Naval Research and Development Establishment (NR&DE).
- Demonstrated proficiency in planning, scheduling, and managing conferences and multi-day meetings.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively while supporting ONR leadership and program stakeholders.
Desired additional qualifications:
- Working knowledge of the Naval Research and Development Establishment (NR&DE).
Position Location: Arlington, VA (Situational Telework Available).
Our Company: American Technology Solutions International Corp. (ATSI) is a valued Veterans Affairs (VA) certified service-disabled-veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB). We support multiple prime and subcontracts with the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence, and Federal Government clients. ATSI provides program management, financial management, and technical support services to DoD S&T programs, to include technology transition and technology transfer programs and initiatives.
Benefits: The ATSI benefits package includes:
- Direct Deposits & Allotment
- 11 Paid Federal Holidays
- Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Insurance
- Virtual Doctor Visits (unlimited/$0 copays)
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance Program
- Flexible Spending Plans for healthcare, dependent care, & parking/transportation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Travel Assistance Program
- Education Reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match & profit sharing
- Paid Parking
- Grocery Delivery Service Fee Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
ATSI is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable law.