Riverside Overview

Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country's most challenging technical problems. All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship.

Position Overview

Works with the RAF to manage cooperative program with the USAF. Provides management and technical support to assist the RAF in developing requirements and assuring the contract deliverables meet operational needs.

Responsibilities

Serves as technical expert on US-UK RC-135 RIVET JOINT Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case and Cooperative Program
Represents US/UK RJ Cooperative Program Office in all UK-based RC-135 related discussions
Advises ISTAR FHQ Commander and Senior Leadership Team on availability, operational, and training issues
Updates Cooperative Program Manager and senior team on emerging RJ-related UK government/RAF issues
Ensures Cooperative Program Information is shared appropriately amongst relevant stakeholders IAW Sustainment and Follow-on Development (SFD MOU)
Works closely with UK Strategic Command Requirements Manager, ISTAR FHQ staff, and USAF staff on the development of UK requirements as part of the USAF requirements process
Oversees implementation of aircrew operations, maintenance operations, training, test/evaluation, and safety data sharing procedures for RAF/USAF RC-135 co-manning supporting the Temporary Assignment of Personnel MOU
Coordinates with USAFE, ACC, and other relevant agencies on basing and support issues, including BOS
Coordinates with US Embassy's Office of Defense Cooperation (ODC) and US Air Force Attaché on matters associated with USAF-RAF partnerships and the US/UK RJ Cooperative Program.
Coordinates with UK DE&S Delivery Team on equipment upgrade, logistical, and maintenance issues
Authors applicable USAF/RAF Memorandums of Understanding/Memorandums of Agreement
Coordinates security and access procedures with national intelligence agencies and the USAF
Organizes UK-based US/UK Cooperative Program meetings, including the Steering Committee, Executive Program Management Review, and UK RJ Program Management Review
Works closely with leadership teams from local squadrons and L3Harris Field Service Representatives (FSR) on aircraft maintenance and enterprise support issues
Advises RAF on RC-135 simulator training issues including the implementation of Project Gladiator
Assists Cooperative Program Office in assessing logistics and maintenance operations effectiveness
Develops and implements Cooperative Program Office process improvement initiatives
Advises Cooperative Program Office on local L3 Harris FSR team composition
Assists local L3 Harris FSR team with local and UK-based access and support issues

Qualifications

A current TOP SECRET/SCI/TK Security Clearance.
A proven record in problem solving, decision making, financial management, and program management
Experience with working closely with allied foreign partners
Knowledge of Department of Defense acquisition
Knowledge of national and international policy relating to intelligence activities
Experience with RC-135 RJ weapon systems, communication systems, computer systems, and reconnaissance type systems development, test, evaluation and sustainment roles
In-depth knowledge of the RC-135 aircraft and mission systems
In-depth knowledge of RC-135 Aircrew training requirements, qualification process, and aircraft ground maintenance weapon system qualification processes.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products, Web based technologies, and virtual meeting collaborative tools
Experience working on a HQ staff is desired

Global Comp

$130,000 - $150,000 This represents the typical compensation range for this position based on experience, location and other factors.

Closing Statement

Riverside Research Institute is a not-for-profit, technology-oriented defense company, where service to our customers and support of our staff is our overall mission. Riverside is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Riverside offers comprehensive compensation and benefit packages to our employees. Riverside bases its employment decisions solely on technical experience, qualifications and other job-related criteria related to our organizational purpose as a not-for-profit company, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran's status or any other status legally protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.