Innovation Specialist with Security Clearance

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Job description

Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Innovation Specialist s to join our team in the DMV area . Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Identify and implement innovative solutions to address challenging problems within the Department of Defense (DoD). C ontributing to the development of the organization's innovation strategy and leveraging technical expertise to identify opportunities for technological advancements and breakthrough innovations. C onduct research and analysis to identify emerging technologies, developing trends, and potential market-disrupting technologies that can give the U.S. military a competitive advantage on the battlefield. C ollaborates with cross-functional teams to generate and evaluate innovative ideas . A ssist personnel in transitioning ideas into v iable concepts and prototypes. E va luate fe asibility, scalability, and potential impact of innovative ideas and technologies. Collaborat e with internal teams, external partners, and industry experts is crucial to fostering an innovation network and identifying opportunities for collaboration and knowledge sharing. W orks closely with Legal and Intellectual Property Teams to protect and manage intellectual property rights associated with innovation projects. E stablish key performance indicators (KPI) and metrics to measure the success and impact of innovation initiatives. P rovides regular reports and insights to senior management supervises and mentors subordinate project and Innovation Collaborative (IIC) staff members. Basic Qualifications: 9 years of experience; with 5 years relevant to the position Bachelor s D egree in Physics , Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Strong knowledge and understanding of physics or engineering principles, with the ability to apply them to evaluate and develop innovative solutions. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a creative mindset to generate innovative solutions to complex technical challenges. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners. Multiple levels & locations available! Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Physics , Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Experience in the design and use of virtual reality or augmented reality (AR/VR), immersive simulation environments, high performance computing (HPC), or Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) technologies as they relate to performing engineering design development, maintenance, or disposal activities. Experience in advanced technology research, innovation management, technology scouting, and/or research and development, preferably within a technical or engineering-focused industry. Clearance Requirements: Active TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain a Poly Physical Requirements: Must be able to be in a stationary position more than 50% of the time Must be able to communicate, converse, and exchange information with peers and senior personnel Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a computer The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license.The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone. ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. 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