Army Aviation Special Staff Officer (SSO)

Job Title: Army Aviation Special Staff Officer (SSO)

Location: DC Metro Area

This is an Onsite Position:

Opportunity Overview: CORTEK seeks a highly qualified Army Aviation Special Staff Officer (SSO) to support Army Aviation programs within the Force Development Division (FDV). This Key Personnel role requires operational experience in aviation units and the ability to manage Army Acquisition Category (ACAT) II and III programs. The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of aviation equipment and Army acquisition processes.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Support Army Aviation programs and modernization efforts
• Apply operational experience from the company to brigade-level aviation units
• Manage and advise on ACAT II and III program execution
• Coordinate with Army stakeholders to support aviation capability development

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business or Engineering
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Force Development or related duties
• Experience at senior Army levels such as HQDA, MACOMs, or Army Service Component Commands
• Foundational operational experience in Army aviation units

Preferred Skills & Expertise

• Knowledge of:
  • Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE)
  • DoD acquisition processes (DoDI 5000.2)
  • JCIDS and Army force structure requirements
  • Experience applying force development across DOTMLPF-P domains
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Highly Preferred Qualifications, Certifications, and Training:

• How the Army Runs (HTAR) Course
• RQM 1010 / CLR 101: Introduction to JCIDS
• RQM 1100 / RQM 110: Core Concepts for Requirements Management / CDC
• RQM 3100 / RQM 310: Advanced Concepts and Skills
• CLR 151: Analysis of Alternatives
• RQM 2500 / CLR 250: Capabilities-Based Assessments
• RQM 2520 / CLR 252: Developing Performance Attributes

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Life & Disability Coverage
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Professional Development Support

Clearance: An Active Top Secret Clearance is required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

About CORTEK: Founded in 2003, CORTEK is a distinguished Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) defense, Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) terrorism prevention, Counter-WMD (CWMD) support services, and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)/Privacy Act support. With over a decade of experience, CORTEK has delivered mission-critical solutions to government clients, including the Department of State (DOS), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Justice (DOJ), and Department of Defense (DoD). Our proven track record includes 12 years of incumbency on DOS contracts supporting WMD threat mitigation and consequence management programs and comprehensive support for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency's (DTRA) technical and strategic objectives across Physical and Biological Sciences, Engineering, Policy, and Operations. Additionally, CORTEK has provided onsite analytical support for the Department of the Army Headquarters (HQDA) at the Pentagon.

At CORTEK, relationships are at the heart of what we do. We pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, leveraging proven management processes to deliver tailored solutions that drive client success. Our focus on excellence, innovation, and competitive value throughout the project management lifecycle makes CORTEK a trusted partner. Curious to learn more? Visit us at CORTEK.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer: CORTEK is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace by hiring and retaining talented individuals from all backgrounds. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. As an EEO employer, CORTEK complies with Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination and posts notices outlining these protections in accordance with applicable regulations.

Reasonable Accommodation Requests: CORTEK is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail or call Human Resources at (727)-292-1521. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination: CORTEK will not discharge or, in any other manner, discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.