What are the responsibilities and job description for the R&D Planning, Advocacy, and Prototyping Specialist position at WiSC Enterprises, LLC?
Overview
WiSC Enterprises is seeking a skilled R&D Planning, Advocacy, and Prototyping Specialist to support critical research and development initiatives. This position requires a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and experience developing and advancing emerging technology solutions. The selected candidate will play a key role in identifying new R&D opportunities, supporting proposal development, and transitioning prototypes into operational use.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Provide subject matter expertise to evaluate, prioritize, and support execution of advanced R&D initiatives
Plan and manage R&D programs, including requirements gathering, system design, testing strategies, milestone development, scheduling, and cost estimation
Support acquisition planning and contract strategy development for new sensors, data processing, analysis, or delivery capabilities
Develop and present R&D proposals and technical briefings to secure stakeholder or sponsor advocacy and funding
Advise on the integration and transition of prototypes into real-world operating environments
Collaborate with engineering teams, acquisition personnel, and mission stakeholders to align technical objectives with operational needs
Contribute to the development of documentation, white papers, and status updates in support of R&D efforts
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Clearance: Active TS/SCI required at the time of application
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline (Master’s degree preferred)
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of experience supporting or managing technical R&D projects, preferably in a DoD or Intelligence Community environment
Experience with systems engineering, technical requirements analysis, system lifecycle planning, or T&E (Test & Evaluation)
Demonstrated success in developing technical proposals or white papers for government funding and advocacy
Familiarity with transitioning prototypes into operational or production environments
Skills:
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to brief technical and executive-level stakeholders
Strong understanding of acquisition lifecycles, R&D funding processes, and prototyping methodologies
Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional, collaborative team
