Strategic Management Consultant

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50 locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, collaborative, forward thinking and committed. If you enjoy taking on a wide variety of complex challenges, working closely with a dedicated team of consultants and federal employees, and want to join a team that is making an impact, then please read on!

QinetiQ US seeks a motivated, Strategic Management Consultant responsible for providing strategic advice to a federal client. This individual will be embedded in a fast-paced environment while working collaboratively with a growing management consulting team in support of senior executive leadership in a federal organization. The primary workstreams include program management, process improvement, internal and external stakeholder engagement, strategic planning and execution, as well as national security subject matter expertise.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level advisory support on an array of topics ranging from executing strategic communications and stakeholder engagement to managing policy, process, and protocol efficiencies under quick deadlines. 
• Oversee the overall flow of work for the team while working closely with both federal and contract staff to advance strategic priorities identified by senior executive management. 
• Anticipate project needs and plan accordingly to deconflict and organize project priorities. 
• Identify, plan, recommend, and implement strategic plans that meet the goals of executive leadership. 
• Identify, plan, recommend, and implement solutions that improve efficiencies for internal processes. 
• Develop, document, and implement recommendations for improving current processes and workflows.

• Manage and report project requirements and deadlines on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to the client and COR, as appropriate. 
• Identify opportunities to introduce QinetiQ solutions to address existing and anticipated challenges. 

Required Qualifications

• Possess a five to eight years of work experience and a Bachelor’s degree, or three to five years of work experience and a Master’s degree. 
• A minimum of three years of experience supporting process improvement or change management initiatives with demonstrated ability achieve project goals in a collaborative team setting.
• Previous experience in federal management consulting as well as homeland security, strategic communications, stakeholder management, Congressional engagement, immigration policy, law, or a related field. 
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic and high-pressure environment.
• Demonstrate consistent growth managing current duties and accepting gradual increases in responsibility as the needs of the team and client evolve.  
• Experience and skills creating a supportive, collaborative, and positive team environment. 
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with an attention to detail. 
• Identify opportunities to introduce QinetiQ solutions to address client challenges.
• Ability to maintain a security clearance from the U.S. government. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience setting and managing federal client relationships and expectations in a diplomatic manner.
• Experience effectively listening and communicating with diverse team, client, and organizational stakeholders.
• Quick learner and an intellectual curiosity when faced with new work and challenges.
• Ability to set priorities, plan, and organize tasks and deliverables as needs evolve.
• Strong self-starter capable of anticipating needs and constantly searching for solutions to answer short- and long-term needs.
• Familiarity with project management tools and best practices.

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.