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Advanced Manufacturing Technical Specialist

Lensa
Mc Lean, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/29/2026
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Job Family

Technology Consulting

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Clearance Required

Active Secret

What You Will Do

Join a high-performing management consulting team supporting important Department of Defense (DoD) customers across the globe. The Advanced Manufacturing Technical Specialist position is for an Associate Director that will join other advisory consultants and subject matter experts for Guidehouse Advanced Manufacturing capabilities, which includes research, development, and pilot demonstration for technologies that cover smart manufacturing, additive manufacturing, composites, highly conductive materials, cyber security for manufacturing, and materials for harsh service conditions. This Advanced Manufacturing Technical Specialist position will support the Guidehouse Technology Consulting and Defense Segment in the area of Advanced Manufacturing (AdvMfg).

Responsibilities Include

  • Oversees and assures program implementation/alignment and the development of methods and measures for reviewing and evaluating the efficiency of associated programs and the degree to which they are accomplishing their intended objectives.
  • Work on complex problems to develop innovative solutions that resonate across DoD agencies.
  • Recommends changes in AdvMfg legislation and policy to senior management based upon program experience and performance.
  • This position will be located in the Metro DC area and will require travel to various CONUS and OCONUS locations as required by customers.
  • Aligns AdvMfg deliverables across DoD organizations.
  • Communicates AdvMfg efforts to DoD and commercial agencies; communicate those efforts back to all stakeholders.
  • Participates in Joint AdvMfg working groups across DoD, as appropriate, to provide technical input to joint efforts.
  • Aligns/recommends line of efforts direction, deliverables, and collaboration opportunities.
  • Aligns DoD efforts and deliverables for qualification/certification of AdvMfg processes.
  • Develops roadmaps and documentation supporting Qualification/Certification requirements and focus areas for DoD AdvMfg.
  • Gathers all documentation and efforts on qualification/certification efforts across the Military Services, to include reports, roadmaps, and program direction to develop cohesive Roadmaps for qualification/certification.
  • Drafts and coordinates briefs and reports for senior officers and executive civilians.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work in a team and individual environments on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Demonstrates the ability to mentor and guide junior team members in execution of their duties.
  • Demonstrates the ability to manage projects efficiently and effectively.

What You Will Need

  • An ACTIVE and CURRENT SECRET federal security clearance; or higher.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a Manufacturing-related field.
  • Eight (8) years of related work experience of related work experience, with a particular focus on client advisory or strategic planning within a professional services environment.
  • Must have expertise working with AdvMfg techniques (E.g., 3-D printing or Additive Manufacturing (AM) processes) as well as expertise in adjacent fields such as cybersecurity, intellectual property, and business process reengineering.
  • Working knowledge of DoD AdvMfg techniques and environment.
  • Experience with materials characterization and testing methods.
  • Experience with failure analysis and root-cause determination at all stages of product life cycle (development, processing/manufacturing, customer or field issues).
  • Apply engineering principles and expertise to solve important systems-related issues and create the internal mechanisms to reliably prevent recurrence (e.g., procedures, documentation, training, communications).
  • Collaborate across clients using technical analyses and business acumen to anticipate operational and strategic needs, creating news systems and processes as needed to provide successful decisions that impact the organization and the business.
  • Must be proficient in MS Office applications and possess advanced writing skills.
  • Experience managing business strategy and technology insertion projects in complex environments.
  • Excellent problem solving, project management, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis and the ability to link business strategy to performance.
  • Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients' goals.

What Would Be Nice To Have

  • Master's Degree in a Manufacturing-related field
  • Direct experience with DoD/Pentagon Staff work
  • Knowledge of DoD logistics and maintenance systems

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits Include

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life
  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Student Loan PayDown
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
  • Skills Development & Certifications
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com . Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com . Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

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