DLS Engineering

Role Description DLS Engineering (DLS) is seeking a full-time, remote Configuration Manager (Junior) in support of the United States Coast Guard Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC). The Communications Product Line (COMPL) is part of C5ISC and provides sustainment and sustainment engineering support for a variety of communications systems located along all United States coastlines and navigable waterways. This support includes maintaining system requirements and system performance levels as part of the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) phase of the system lifecycles associated with the following C5ISC systems: - Rescue 21 (R21) VHF Communication and Direction Finding including the following variants: - R21 Coastal - R21 Western Rivers - R21 Alaska - VHF/UHF and HF communications - MILSATCOM - Integrated Communications Systems Professional sustainment support services include, but are not limited to: - Project/program support - Supply and inventory management - Configuration management - Technical data management - Property management - Logistics analysis - Engineering analysis A day in the life: - Develop, implement, execute, and maintain the Configuration Management Plan for C5ISC product lines. - Perform configuration identification of components, subsystems, systems, software, and higher-level assemblies (HLA’s). - Manage, maintain, and update configurations of components, subsystems, systems, software, and HLA’s. - Update the Communications Product Line Configuration Manager and designated system engineers on the status of proposed configuration changes. - Record and report implementation status of approved changes. - Monitor and assist with enforcement of the configuration change process. - Update all databases relevant to equipment configuration and technical documentation. - Perform internal and support independent configuration audits. - Process up to 5 contractor provided physical configuration audits weekly. - Perform up to 100 independent physical configuration audits (PCA’s) annually. Qualifications - Must be a United States Citizen - A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate business or technical discipline, or equivalent field experience is required. - A minimum of 4 years’ experience in the development and maintenance of management plans, processes, and systems. - Advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office 2016 applications (i.e. Excel, Word, Visio, and SharePoint). - Familiarity with government personal and real property management concepts, policy, procedures, and tools. - Familiarity with government configuration management (CM), technical data management (TDM), and product line management (PLM) concepts. - Familiarity with government logistics lifecycle engineering processes. - Familiarity with government inventory management and accounting systems. - Familiarity with industry, Coast Guard, and C5ISC obsolescence management. Benefits - Competitive salary and a 401k program with company match. - Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. - Generous paid time off package. - Some travel may be required for this role. Other Information - If accommodation is needed with the application and/or the interview process for applicants with disabilities, please contact Human Resources at 757-494-5151. - DLS is an E-Verify company. - DLS is an equal employment opportunity employer. - Must be able to pass a government background check, which will be completed before employment.

Role Description DLS Engineering (DLS) is seeking a full-time, remote Configuration Manager (Senior) in support of the United States Coast Guard Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC). The Communications Product Line (COMPL) is part of C5ISC and provides sustainment and sustainment engineering support for a variety of communications systems. - Support includes maintaining system requirements and performance levels as part of the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) phase of the system lifecycles associated with the following C5ISC systems: - Rescue 21 (R21) VHF Communication and Direction Finding including the following variants: - R21 Coastal - R21 Western Rivers - R21 Alaska - VHF/UHF and HF communications - MILSATCOM - Integrated Communications Systems - Professional sustainment support services include, but are not limited to: - Project/program support - Supply and inventory management - Configuration management - Technical data management - Property management - Logistics analysis - Engineering analysis A day in the life: - Develop, implement, execute, and maintain the Configuration Management Plan for C5ISC product lines. - Perform configuration identification of components, subsystems, systems, software, and higher-level assemblies (HLA’s). - Manage, maintain, and update configurations of components, subsystems, systems, software, and HLA’s. - Update the Communications Product Line Configuration Manager and designated system engineers on the status of proposed configuration changes. - Record and report implementation status of approved changes. - Monitor and assist with enforcement of the configuration change C5ISC-Communications Product Line Logistics Support process. - Update all databases relative to equipment configuration and technical documentation. - Perform internal and support independent configuration audits to verify requirements of approved configuration baselines are met. - Process up to 5 contractor provided physical configuration audits weekly and may perform up to 100 independent physical configuration audits (PCA’s) annually. Qualifications - Must be a United States Citizen - Must have 10 years of experience in the following programs: FLS, NESSS, WEBFLIS, FEDLOG, SFLC CENTRAL, SharePoint, and TEAMS. - A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in appropriate business or technical discipline, or equivalent field experience is required. - A minimum of 4 years’ experience in the development and maintenance of management plans, processes, and systems. - Advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office 2016 applications (i.e. Excel, Word, Visio, and SharePoint). - Familiarity with government personal and real property management concepts, policy, procedures, and tools including Oracle Fixed Asset Module or similar. - Familiarity with government configuration management (CM), technical data management (TDM), and product line management (PLM) concepts. - Familiarity with government logistics lifecycle engineering processes. - Familiarity with government inventory management and accounting systems. - Familiarity with industry, Coast Guard, and C5ISC obsolescence management. Benefits - Competitive salary and a 401k program with company match. - Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. - Generous paid time off package. Other Information - If accommodation is needed with the application and/or the interview process for applicants with disabilities, please contact Human Resources at 757-494-5151. - DLS is an E-Verify company. - DLS is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, religion, sex (pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, or disability. - Must be able to pass a government background check, which will be completed before employment.

Contract/Acquisition Specialist (Remote) DLS Engineering (DLS) is looking for a Contract/Acquisition Specialist to join our team for a full-time remote position in support of the U.S. Coast Guard Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Cyber and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC). You will have the opportunity to work on acquisition projects ranging from $250K-$50M+ and collaborate with Coast Guard Product Line Managers and Shared Service Division Chiefs. Prior Coast Guard experience is helpful but not required for this position. A Day in the life: - Lead acquisition planning for Coast Guard C5I systems, services, and products - Draft Performance Work Statements (PWS), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), and Acquisition Plans that meet FAR, HSAM, and CGAP requirements - Conduct market research and develop Source Selection Plans with evaluation criteria that identify key discriminators - Facilitate Acquisition Integrated Product Team (A-IPT) meetings with stakeholders to define requirements and review acquisition strategies - Prepare "actionable" acquisition packages that are accepted by Contracting and Procurement staff without rework - Support solicitation and evaluation (ALT Phase 2) and negotiation/award activities (ALT Phase 3) as directed by Contracting Officers When I read the below it sounds like me: - Hold a FAC-C Professional or FAC-C COR, DAWIA in Contracting, or a Legacy certification, or a commercial equivalent. - Have 3 to 5+ years of recent experience in government acquisition planning, market research, aiding government in requirements development, defining evaluation factors, and Purchase Request package development for Government acquisitions valued over $3M. - Experience developing acquisition artifacts including: - - Performance Work Statements (PWS) / Statements of Work (SOW) / Statements of Objectives (SOO) - Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE) - Acquisition Plans (AP) - Justification & Approvals (J&A) - Market Research Reports - Source Selection Plans and Evaluation Criteria - Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP) - Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) - Must be able to pass a government background check - Must be a US Citizen - Preferred experience/knowledge includes: - - Experience procuring IT hardware, software, and service - Understanding of Command, Control, Communications, Cyber, and Computing (C5I) systems - Professional services contracting experience - Agile procurement methodologies - Post-hire Training Requirement (Not required for application): All hired candidates will complete C5I Acquisition Liaison Personnel Qualification Standard (PQS) Level 1 certification within the first 60 days of employment. This is Coast Guard-specific training provided after hire. Other information: - We offer a competitive salary and a 401k program with company match. - We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. - We offer a generous paid time off package - If accommodation is needed with the application and / or the interview process for applicants with disabilities, please contact Human Resources at 757-494-5151. - DLS is an E-Verify company. - DLS is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, religion, sex (pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, or disability. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you believe you have been discriminated against, please contact Barbara Ellison. You also have the right to file a charge of discrimination with the equal employment opportunity commission. - Must be able pass a government background check, which will be completed before employment.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description DLS Engineering (DLS) is looking for a Contract/Acquisition Specialist to join our team for a full-time remote position in support of the U.S. Coast Guard Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Cyber and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC). You will have the opportunity to work on acquisition projects ranging from $250K-$50M+ and collaborate with Coast Guard Product Line Managers and Shared Service Division Chiefs. A Day in the life: - Lead acquisition planning for Coast Guard C5I systems, services, and products - Draft Performance Work Statements (PWS), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), and Acquisition Plans that meet FAR, HSAM, and CGAP requirements - Conduct market research and develop Source Selection Plans with evaluation criteria that identify key discriminators - Facilitate Acquisition Integrated Product Team (A-IPT) meetings with stakeholders to define requirements and review acquisition strategies - Prepare "actionable" acquisition packages that are accepted by Contracting and Procurement staff without rework - Support solicitation and evaluation (ALT Phase 2) and negotiation/award activities (ALT Phase 3) as directed by Contracting Officers Qualifications - Hold a FAC-C Professional or FAC-C COR, DAWIA in Contracting, or a Legacy certification, or a commercial equivalent - 3 to 5+ years of recent experience in government acquisition planning, market research, aiding government in requirements development, defining evaluation factors, and Purchase Request package development for Government acquisitions valued over $3M - Experience developing acquisition artifacts including: - Performance Work Statements (PWS) / Statements of Work (SOW) / Statements of Objectives (SOO) - Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE) - Acquisition Plans (AP) - Justification & Approvals (J&A) - Market Research Reports - Source Selection Plans and Evaluation Criteria - Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP) - Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) - Must be able to pass a government background check - Must be a US Citizen Requirements - Preferred experience/knowledge includes: - Experience procuring IT hardware, software, and service - Understanding of Command, Control, Communications, Cyber, and Computing (C5I) systems - Professional services contracting experience - Agile procurement methodologies Benefits - We offer a competitive salary and a 401k program with company match - We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance - We offer a generous paid time off package