NPS Research Developer – Principal Investigator
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Research Developer Engineer leading energy initiatives at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California. Supporting Department of Defense operational and installation energy initiatives with advanced research and engineering innovation.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as Principal Investigator leading research initiatives focused on facilities planning, infrastructure modernization, energy resilience, and project development
- Lead and manage the Energy Engineering and Innovation Research Team consisting of faculty, researchers, interns, and technical contributors
- Direct research efforts supporting Operational Energy (OE) and Installation Energy (IE) initiatives across Department of Defense mission areas
- Develop and advance Civil Systems Engineering (CSE) methodologies and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) applications supporting defense and infrastructure programs
- Design, development, and delivery of professional education offerings, executive courses, workshops, and academic content supporting energy and engineering disciplines
- Advise DoD program offices, government leadership, and stakeholders on energy strategy, infrastructure resilience, systems engineering, and emerging technology solutions
- Conduct strategic analysis, technical assessments, and research reporting supporting defense energy transformation initiatives
- Support proposal development, research planning, technical briefings, and executive-level communications
- Ensure research quality, technical rigor, schedule execution, and alignment with sponsor objectives
Requirements:
- 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field
- 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field
- 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field
- High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
- Demonstrated experience serving as a Principal Investigator or senior technical lead on complex research initiatives
- Strong background in Operational Energy (OE), Installation Energy (IE), infrastructure resilience, or facilities engineering
- Experience working with/on multidisciplinary technical teams, faculty, researchers, and interns
- Demonstrated expertise in Civil Systems Engineering (CSE) and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and methodologies
- Experience developing and delivering professional education, technical training, or academic curriculum
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level briefings and technical reporting
- Ability to interface effectively with DoD leadership, government sponsors, academic institutions, and research organizations
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
Benefits:
- Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
- Wellness resources
- Employee assistance programs
- Savings Plan Options (401(k))
- Financial planning tools
- Life insurance
- Employee discounts
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
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