The DarkStar Group LLC
Network Communication Engineer (TS/SCI + CI Poly)
The DarkStar Group LLC, Mc Lean, Virginia, us, 22107
Description
The DarkStar Group is seeking a Network Communication Engineer with a TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance to join one of our top projects in McLean, VA. Below is an overview of the project, as well as information on our company, our benefits, and our $25,000 referral program.
THE PROJECT
The DarkStar Group's team provides Analytic Software Development, Data Engineering, and Cloud Migration services, as well as interagency communication and data-sharing solutions, as part of an enterprise program that spans two major Intelligence Community customers. This project regularly has new openings for Software Engineers, Cloud Infrastructure Experts, DevOps Engineers, Data Engineers, SharePoint Developers and Administrators, ServiceNow Developers, and various other types of IT professionals.
Work on this program takes place in Herndon, McLean, and Bethesda (we cannot support remote work) and requires a TS/SCI + Polygraph clearance (acceptable to this customer).
THE ROLE
The DarkStar Group is seeking a Network Communication Engineer! You will be responsible for designing, developing, and creating innovative concepts and ideas to enhance all visual aspects of the company or client brand. This will include all external and internal communications, and advertising and promotional materials to include literature, print, multimedia, and social media marketing, web applications, presentations, videos, and similar graphics applications. You will also be involved in the planning, designing and preparation of artwork (audio, video and visual), as well as strategy and conceptualization of new designs. Invent your future and make a lasting impact at DarkStar!
Duties Include but are not limited to:
Experience leading a team providing 24x7 operations and maintenance (O&M) support for a portfolio of airborne communication systemsMaintain productive working relationships with staff in other communications.Address problems of system integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms.Perform day-to-day management of the programProvide management of contract personnel, ensure high quality and acceptable task completion, and ensure deliverables within their contract are in complianceResearch, acquiring, edit and produce commercial broadcast-quality video and audio informational materials for use on web and traditional media platforms.Identify and select newsworthy events.Produce radio, television and documentary scripts, narrations, public service announcements, and spot announcements.Assist in developing and producing content for new and emerging communication vehicles, such as blogs, audio, video, and online publications.Expert in all phases of the project lifecycle including design, procurement, integration, testing, and deployment.Select associated visual material as necessary and available.Consult with project teams and end users to identify application requirements.Perform feasibility analysis on potential future projects.Assist in the evaluation and recommendation of application software packages, application integration and testing tools.Duties may include planning, designing and preparation of artwork (audio, video and visual), as well as strategy and conceptualization of new designsRequired Skills
Bachelor's degree in a related field, from an accredited institution5+ years of relevant experienceExperience with working closely with leaders on the performance criteria and due dates during service delivery, and successful overall project completionUnderstanding of and ability to apply the principles of layout and design of photographic projects using industry standard software, with an emphasis on Adobe Creative Suite 6 Production Premium software and hardware for layout, editing, and producing final multimedia productsKnowledge of end-to-end production of professional video and audio materials (e.g. conception, design, execution, finishing/editing, and distribution/publishing)Knowledge of copyright laws applicable to visual information productionExperienced in designing, integrating and performing O&M functions to custom IT and communications equipment.Expert solutions provider to include Ethernet, grounding, RF and wireless communication settings and operating system and driver conflicts and versioning.Expert in all phases of the project lifecycle including design, procurement, integration, testing, and deployment.Must be familiar with a Mirrorless cameraDemonstrated (non-academic) experience in a similar role (day-to-day management as a contractor supporting a government enterprise IT environment)Demonstrated experience defining measurable metrics to monitor progressTeam member to travel back and forth from primary location to ICCB Bethesda 50% of the time.Desired Skills (Optional)
Working knowledge of other desktop publishing software (e.g. Black Magic Davinci version 18 or later, Talisma Knowledgebase)Working knowledge of other graphics or photo imaging softwareFundamental understanding of Lightroom, PhotoShopBasic understanding of how to:operate a teleprompteroperate a sound board, andoperating and maintenance of Black Magic cameraUnderstanding of studio lighting as well as a lightboardExperience with productionAbout The DarkStar Group
Our Company
The DarkStar Group is a small business that solves BIG problems. We're one of the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies in the US, and our engineers and scientists support the most critical national security missions in Virginia, Maryland, and elsewhere. Data Science, Software Engineering, Cloud/AWS Infrastructure, and Cyber/CNO are our core areas of expertise. We offer interesting and important work, job security, some of the best and most flexible benefits you'll find in the IC, and salaries so strong that they'll likely surprise you.
Our Benefits
The DarkStar Group offers exceptional compensation and benefits:
very strong salaries;100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and all dependents;the ability to get increased salary if you don't need medical/dental/vision;100% company-paid disability and life insurance benefits;a generously-funded HSA;an 8% 401(k) contribution;31 days of PTO/holidays to start (more with tenure);the ability to flex time across pay periods without using your PTO;a generous training budget;$25,000 employee referral bonuses;business development / growth incentives; andtop notch company swag.
** We have a huge growth opportunity, so we are offering up to a $25,000 reward for anyone new you refer whom we hire. **
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
The DarkStar Group is seeking a Network Communication Engineer with a TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance to join one of our top projects in McLean, VA. Below is an overview of the project, as well as information on our company, our benefits, and our $25,000 referral program.
THE PROJECT
The DarkStar Group's team provides Analytic Software Development, Data Engineering, and Cloud Migration services, as well as interagency communication and data-sharing solutions, as part of an enterprise program that spans two major Intelligence Community customers. This project regularly has new openings for Software Engineers, Cloud Infrastructure Experts, DevOps Engineers, Data Engineers, SharePoint Developers and Administrators, ServiceNow Developers, and various other types of IT professionals.
Work on this program takes place in Herndon, McLean, and Bethesda (we cannot support remote work) and requires a TS/SCI + Polygraph clearance (acceptable to this customer).
THE ROLE
The DarkStar Group is seeking a Network Communication Engineer! You will be responsible for designing, developing, and creating innovative concepts and ideas to enhance all visual aspects of the company or client brand. This will include all external and internal communications, and advertising and promotional materials to include literature, print, multimedia, and social media marketing, web applications, presentations, videos, and similar graphics applications. You will also be involved in the planning, designing and preparation of artwork (audio, video and visual), as well as strategy and conceptualization of new designs. Invent your future and make a lasting impact at DarkStar!
Duties Include but are not limited to:
Experience leading a team providing 24x7 operations and maintenance (O&M) support for a portfolio of airborne communication systemsMaintain productive working relationships with staff in other communications.Address problems of system integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms.Perform day-to-day management of the programProvide management of contract personnel, ensure high quality and acceptable task completion, and ensure deliverables within their contract are in complianceResearch, acquiring, edit and produce commercial broadcast-quality video and audio informational materials for use on web and traditional media platforms.Identify and select newsworthy events.Produce radio, television and documentary scripts, narrations, public service announcements, and spot announcements.Assist in developing and producing content for new and emerging communication vehicles, such as blogs, audio, video, and online publications.Expert in all phases of the project lifecycle including design, procurement, integration, testing, and deployment.Select associated visual material as necessary and available.Consult with project teams and end users to identify application requirements.Perform feasibility analysis on potential future projects.Assist in the evaluation and recommendation of application software packages, application integration and testing tools.Duties may include planning, designing and preparation of artwork (audio, video and visual), as well as strategy and conceptualization of new designsRequired Skills
Bachelor's degree in a related field, from an accredited institution5+ years of relevant experienceExperience with working closely with leaders on the performance criteria and due dates during service delivery, and successful overall project completionUnderstanding of and ability to apply the principles of layout and design of photographic projects using industry standard software, with an emphasis on Adobe Creative Suite 6 Production Premium software and hardware for layout, editing, and producing final multimedia productsKnowledge of end-to-end production of professional video and audio materials (e.g. conception, design, execution, finishing/editing, and distribution/publishing)Knowledge of copyright laws applicable to visual information productionExperienced in designing, integrating and performing O&M functions to custom IT and communications equipment.Expert solutions provider to include Ethernet, grounding, RF and wireless communication settings and operating system and driver conflicts and versioning.Expert in all phases of the project lifecycle including design, procurement, integration, testing, and deployment.Must be familiar with a Mirrorless cameraDemonstrated (non-academic) experience in a similar role (day-to-day management as a contractor supporting a government enterprise IT environment)Demonstrated experience defining measurable metrics to monitor progressTeam member to travel back and forth from primary location to ICCB Bethesda 50% of the time.Desired Skills (Optional)
Working knowledge of other desktop publishing software (e.g. Black Magic Davinci version 18 or later, Talisma Knowledgebase)Working knowledge of other graphics or photo imaging softwareFundamental understanding of Lightroom, PhotoShopBasic understanding of how to:operate a teleprompteroperate a sound board, andoperating and maintenance of Black Magic cameraUnderstanding of studio lighting as well as a lightboardExperience with productionAbout The DarkStar Group
Our Company
The DarkStar Group is a small business that solves BIG problems. We're one of the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies in the US, and our engineers and scientists support the most critical national security missions in Virginia, Maryland, and elsewhere. Data Science, Software Engineering, Cloud/AWS Infrastructure, and Cyber/CNO are our core areas of expertise. We offer interesting and important work, job security, some of the best and most flexible benefits you'll find in the IC, and salaries so strong that they'll likely surprise you.
Our Benefits
The DarkStar Group offers exceptional compensation and benefits:
very strong salaries;100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and all dependents;the ability to get increased salary if you don't need medical/dental/vision;100% company-paid disability and life insurance benefits;a generously-funded HSA;an 8% 401(k) contribution;31 days of PTO/holidays to start (more with tenure);the ability to flex time across pay periods without using your PTO;a generous training budget;$25,000 employee referral bonuses;business development / growth incentives; andtop notch company swag.
** We have a huge growth opportunity, so we are offering up to a $25,000 reward for anyone new you refer whom we hire. **
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.