Associate will perform electric market and reliability adequacy with advanced simulation software and regional databases.  Studies are used for energy price forecasting, economic transmission and generation evaluation, wind integration studies, etc.  

Classification: Consulting

Compensation: $42 to $55 per hour

Our client as an immediate need for a PeopleSoft consultant with 3+ years of experience specifically in the PeopleSoft HR and Payroll modules. This position will be responsible for identifying, documenting, and performance tuning of services and service owners. Expertise in manger self service, time and labor, benefits administration, and organizational tree creation are a must.
For immediate consideration please call Robert Half Technology Phoenix at 602.224.2486.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.

With more than 100 locations in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia, Robert Half Technology is a leading provider of IT professionals on a project and full-time basis for initiatives ranging from Internet development and multiplatform systems integration to network security and technical support. A division of Robert Half International, we were ranked number one in our industry by Fortune magazine's America's Most Admired Companies, and included in BusinessWeek's 50 Best Performing Companies. To learn more about this job opportunity, contact us today at 1.800.793.5533. Robert Half Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply for this job now or contact our branch office for additional information:

Classification: Contract to Full Time

Compensation: $36 to $41 per hour

Our client is seeking a Application Support Specialist to support its real estate business and back-end financial applications for a 3-6 month, contract-to-hire engagement. Day to day, the Application Support Specialist will support many business and accounting software applications, as well as using SSRS to write custom reports. The Application Support Specialist will report in to the IT Director and will support systems like Mas 500, MS Dynamics CRM, FAS, and many other industry-specific apps. But, experience with these or any real estate software is only a plus, as specific experience with these listed is not required. The main requirement is to have had experience providing front-end support for business and accounting applications and have written custom reports to support the business.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.

With more than 100 locations in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia, Robert Half Technology is a leading provider of IT professionals on a project and full-time basis for initiatives ranging from Internet development and multiplatform systems integration to network security and technical support. A division of Robert Half International, we were ranked number one in our industry by Fortune magazine's America's Most Admired Companies, and included in BusinessWeek's 50 Best Performing Companies. To learn more about this job opportunity, contact us today at 1.800.793.5533. Robert Half Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply for this job now or contact our branch office for additional information:

SCOPE OF OPERATION:

The Software Engineer for SIGINT/ISR projects is an individual contributor on assigned project(s) in the BMSD engineering organization.

MISSION:

Perform and lead software engineering tasks on SIGINT (signals intelligence) and ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) projects involving fully integrated tactical systems for military intelligence programs in remote and mobile ground station site locations.

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:

To achieve the mission for this position, the Staff Software Engineer must produce the following critical actions and results:

1. Software Engineering: Software development to include software plans, requirements analysis, software design, code, unit test, software integration and software qualification testing. Experience in Object-Oriented methods.

2. Subcontractor Interface: Work closely with software development subcontractors on technical issues, including defining technical requirements and monitoring technical performance. Ensure that subcontractors deliver critical capabilities to keep projects on schedule and meet customer needs. Participate in analysis of new capabilities and ongoing subcontractor evaluations.

3. Customer Collaboration: Assist engineering team with high level technical discussions with our customers, including participation in customer/GDC4S working groups and IPTs for SIGINT/ISR

4. Analytical Modeling and Design: Provide high level modeling and design of software capabilities

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION:

The success of the Staff Software Engineer in achieving the objectives described above will be measured by the following:

Develops and integrates software products that meet requirements.

Successfully serves as a Go-To person for software solutions.

Provides excellent technical support of subcontractors.

Provides high level analytical analysis and modeling.

Engages successfully with the organization and execution teams.

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE:

The ideal candidate will have the following education, work history, knowledge, and skills.

Education: BS degree is required (Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or other Engineering). An advanced degree is desirable.

Experience, knowledge and skills:

7 or more years of relevant experience with recent experience with ISR systems design and development. Recent experience with a US Military, DoD and/or Government program environment is required.

Experience in:

Object-Oriented programming and methods

Software Development Languages: Java 1.5+, C#, C++/C

Technologies: Java Messaging Service (JMS), Webservices (SOAP), Remote Method Invocation (RMI), Service Oriented Architectures (SOA)

Application Server development: Oracle, Weblogic, Tomcat, Sun Application server, ANT

Experience with Eclipse, Visual Studio, Rational ClearCase, Rationale ClearQwest.

Additional skills desired:

Effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams of 4 or more supporting DoD/Government programs.

Demonstrated software engineering capability in programs that encompass system architecture, requirements analysis, analytical modeling, design, production, integration, test, and transition into operations.

Citizenship, Clearance, Travel:

A Top Secret level U.S. DoD security clearance (TS/SCI) and U.S. Citizenship is required. Candidate must be able to pass an extended background investigation (EBI) for this position.

Must be able to travel 20% of the time.

PERSONALITY AND CHARACTER:

The ideal candidate will have most of the following traits:

Extroverted and personable.

Takes initiative, with a hands-on approach. Will dig in, roll up sleeves, work closely with people to understand and help resolve technical and program issues.

Relates well with customers, and understands their needs.
Must be able to travel 20% of the time.
Secret level U.S. DoD security clearance is required.
Applicant must be able to pass an extended background investigation (EBI) for this position.

This position is for a Sr. Software Architect to perform tasks in the system definition, architecture development, requirements decomposition, software development and system integration and test over the multiple phases of a software intensive project. Skills needed include: Planning, designing, developing, testing, operating, maintaining, and documenting software or applications for software enhancements and new products. Researching and developing computer software systems, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. In addition, the candidate may be required to perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into software specifications. System integration and test skills needed include: Ability to analyze requirements, develop test strategies, write test cases to verify system-level requirements using simulation tools, develop detailed test procedures and test scripts, support creation of testable requirements, map test cases and scripts to documented requirements, review and release test documentation, assist in the configuration of test environments, provide root cause analysis of failures, develop test reports and work closely with software development, systems engineering and tool support teams. Software development experience is highly desirable in Java. Also experienced in triage when a test fails, demonstrate ability to differentiate between possible simulation error, environment issues, build failure, or end-product issue.
BS Degree in software engineering +10 years of demonstrated results or equivalent experience is preferred. Advanced degree recommended. All candidates must have experience with software architecture development, software application design, implementation, and test of software using state-of-the-art technologies, methodologies, and development environments. Has extensive and demonstrated strengths and experience in the following areas: � Experienced in the use of Java, C++, Linux OS, VMWare and Eclipse. Understanding of service oriented/based architectures, OO design/programming is required. Experience using Rational ClearCase and ClearQuest is a plus. � Conduct Requirements Analysis and develop System level derived requirements and development of system requirements and design products such as Software Requirements Specifications (SRS), Interface Requirements Specifications (IRS), System Design Document (SDD), Interface Control Document (ICD), and Interface Design Document (IDD) � Conduct System functional analysis including trade studies and white paper analysis as needed � Support to the development team and integration team for software, test and integration challenges. � Knowledge of hard and soft real-time operating environments � Experienced with developing Test Plans, Test Procedures and Test Cases for relatively complex subsystems. Support creation of testable requirements, map test cases, and scripts to documented requirements. � Experienced using Telelogic's DOORs, the Rational tools Rose, ClearCase, ClearQuest and Subversion � Develop System Design using Unified Modeling Language (UML) design elements. � Experience in scripting (PERL, SHELL, TCL/TK, etc.) or simulation programming a plus Candidates must have demonstrated excellent oral/written communication skills, and interpersonal skills to support interaction with customer representatives, team members, and internal management. The candidate must have demonstrated an ability to work in a fast paced / dynamic team environment and possess time management skills to meet schedules. Additional Info: Travel to cross-functional sites may be required. Applicant must be capable of obtaining a US Security Clearance. Applicant must be a US Citizen. Applicant must be able to pass an extended background investigation (EBI) for this position.
Must be able to travel 20% of the time.
Applicant must be capable of obtaining a US Security Clearance.
Applicant must be a US Citizen.
Applicant must be able to pass an extended background investigation (EBI) for this position.

Manage an 80+ person multi-disciplined engineering organization. Engineering disciplines and functional domains include systems, software, electrical, mechanical, integration, test, subcontractor technical oversight, and project management. The manager is responsible for execution across the full lifecycle of development of C2 applications, analysis and collaboration applications.

The successful candidate will:

Provide Strong Leadership: Keep teams motivated in challenging situations, and inspire excellence. Provide good judgment and the ability to make good decisions quickly and act on them with clear guidance and feedback.

Provide Technical Oversight: Provide strong technical direction by evaluating and guiding strategy, design/development, deployment and/or sustainment activities across projects. Provide strong technical direction in linking business unit IP strategy to business roadmaps. Ensure excellence in project execution by overseeing risk management activities and project technical, performance and cost metrics. Ensure process compliance of all engineering activity within the engineering section. Guide subcontractor execution, change management, project planning and earned value management. Champion continuous process improvement.

Establish an engineering organizational culture that: Innovates and develops human centered designs, tames the complexity of designs, seeks out root causes and corrects systemic issues, strives to improve engineering efficiency and achieve excellence in execution, operates in a flexible, agile, customer focused manner, leads and facilitates innovation in technologies in support of business needs, and develops a team culture where groups and individuals can be successful and productive.

Support Business Development: Work closely with the business and technical leaders to create a shared vision for the Business Unit's products and develop customer intimacy to realize this vision. Support business development activities including Independent Research and Development, system concept development, technical proposal writing and cost build-up. Foster the conversion of product and technology roadmaps into specific engineering plans and delivered products that meet the competitive time to market demands.

Be a Workforce Champion: Provide mentoring of project personnel and provide for career development, training, compensation and recognition. Ensure effective and efficient resource usage across the projects and the engineering department. Hire and retain personnel to support business needs and growth.

This position reports to the Director of Engineering for the Battle Management Systems Division.

BS degree in a technical field + 13 years of demonstrated results, including management of a technical environment, or equivalent experience

Advanced degree desired.

Must have demonstrated success as a leader of technical personnel.

A solid understanding of the entire systems engineering life-cycle/processes and technical/leadership experience on large military programs.

Demonstrated performance in project management, subcontract oversight and business development

Demonstrated successful influence over business capture strategy and execution within a business unit.

Demonstrated skills including interpersonal, organizational, communication, management and administration.

A strong technical background and services based software development and Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) experience.

Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain relationships within engineering and other functional areas and Business Units.
Must be able to travel 20% of the time.
Applicant must be capable of obtaining a US Security Clearance.
Applicant must be a US Citizen.
Applicant must be able to pass an extended background investigation (EBI) for this position.

Manage an 80+ person multi-disciplined engineering organization. Engineering disciplines and functional domains include systems, software, electrical, mechanical, integration, test, subcontractor technical oversight, and project management. The manager is responsible for execution across the full lifecycle of development of C2 applications, analysis and collaboration applications.

The successful candidate will:

Provide Strong Leadership: Keep teams motivated in challenging situations, and inspire excellence. Provide good judgment and the ability to make good decisions quickly and act on them with clear guidance and feedback.

Provide Technical Oversight: Provide strong technical direction by evaluating and guiding strategy, design/development, deployment and/or sustainment activities across projects. Ensure excellence in project execution by overseeing risk management activities and project technical, performance and cost metrics. Ensure process compliance of all engineering activity within the engineering section. Guide subcontractor execution, change management, project planning and earned value management. Champion continuous process improvement.

Establish an engineering organizational culture that: Innovates and develops human centered designs, tames the complexity of designs, seeks out root causes and corrects systemic issues, strives to improve engineering efficiency and achieve excellence in execution, operates in a flexible, agile, customer focused manner, leads and facilitates innovation in technologies in support of business needs, and develops a team culture where groups and individuals can be successful and productive.

Support Business Development: Work closely with the business and technical leaders to create a shared vision for the Business Unit's products and develop customer intimacy to realize this vision. Support business development activities including Independent Research and Development, system

concept development, technical proposal writing and cost build-up. Foster the conversion of product and technology roadmaps into specific engineering plans and delivered products that meet the competitive time to market demands.

Be a Workforce Champion: Provide mentoring of project personnel and provide for career development, training, compensation and recognition. Ensure effective and efficient resource usage across the projects and the engineering department. Hire and retain personnel to support business needs and growth.

This position reports to the Director of Engineering for the Battle Management Systems Division.

BS Degree in a technical field + 11 years of demonstrated results, including management of a technical environment, or equivalent experience. Advanced degree recommended.

Must have demonstrated success as a leader of technical personnel.

A solid understanding of the entire systems engineering life-cycle/processes and technical/leadership experience on large military programs.

Demonstrated skills including interpersonal, organizational, communication, management and administration.

A strong technical background and services based software development and Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) experience.

Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain relationships within engineering and other functional areas and Business Units.
Must be able to travel 20% of the time.
Applicant must be capable of obtaining a US Security Clearance.
Applicant must be a US Citizen.
Applicant must be able to pass an extended background investigation (EBI) for this position.

Company Description:
HDR is an employee-owned architectural, engineering, planning and consulting firm that excels at helping clients manage complex projects and make sound decisions. Approximately 7,400 professionals, including architects, engineers, consultants, scientists, planners and construction managers, in more than 165 locations worldwide, pool their strengths to provide solutions beyond the scope of traditional A/E/C firms.

Job Description:
HDR is in need of a Senior Federal Project Manager in our Phoenix, AZ office. This individual will be responsible for identifying, developing, procuring and managing program and project management programs for Federal Clients, primarily DHS CBP OBP. Their primary duties will include planning, directing and monitoring all aspects of program and project management projects with a high degree of technical difficulty and requiring complex interactions with a variety of local, State and Federal agencies as well as private stakeholders. They will be involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently, and must establish client relations with both our Federal clients and public and private stakeholders to stay involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings. They will also participate and in some cases facilitate work sessions for design development and contract documentation at the project sites in conjunction with appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines. Additional responsibilities will include: coordinating staff and workload through the entire project's development with the HDR Client Managers, working with accounting managers, project controllers, and the local office department manager for project reviews, implementation of QA/QC procedures, execution of training for personnel as established by strategic plans, and acting as a mentor for less experienced project managers.

Keywords:
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Company Description:
HDR is an employee-owned architectural, engineering, planning and consulting firm that excels at helping clients manage complex projects and make sound decisions. Approximately 7,400 professionals, including architects, engineers, consultants, scientists, planners and construction managers, in more than 165 locations worldwide, pool their strengths to provide solutions beyond the scope of traditional A/E/C firms.

Job Description:
HDR is in need of a Senior Federal Project Manager in our Phoenix, AZ office. This individual will be responsible for identifying, developing, procuring and managing program and project management programs for Federal Clients, primarily DHS CBP OBP. Their primary duties will include planning, directing and monitoring all aspects of program and project management projects with a high degree of technical difficulty and requiring complex interactions with a variety of local, State and Federal agencies as well as private stakeholders. They will be involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently, and must establish client relations with both our Federal clients and public and private stakeholders to stay involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings. They will also participate and in some cases facilitate work sessions for design development and contract documentation at the project sites in conjunction with appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines. Additional responsibilities will include: coordinating staff and workload through the entire project's development with the HDR Client Managers, working with accounting managers, project controllers, and the local office department manager for project reviews, implementation of QA/QC procedures, execution of training for personnel as established by strategic plans, and acting as a mentor for less experienced project managers.

Keywords:
engineer project management manager

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