Research Assistant – Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUV)

Location: Monterey, CA – Naval Postgraduate School (Onsite)
Position Title: Research Assistant / Engineering Research Scientist

Salary: $55,000-$60,000 Part Time 20 hours a week.

Position Overview

The Research Assistant – UUV supports the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) Physics Department in conducting advanced experimental research on unmanned underwater vehicle technologies. This role contributes directly to Navy‑sponsored research by executing experiments, analyzing data, developing optimized designs, and producing high‑quality scientific documentation. The position requires hands‑on laboratory and field work, technical rigor, and the ability to operate independently in a government research environment.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct research studies evaluating UUV feasibility, performance characteristics, and system features
• Execute experimental research in both laboratory and field environments
• Perform data collection, data analysis, and interpretation of experimental results
• Develop optimized designs, geometries, and engineering recommendations
• Produce scientific reports, research documentation, and academic papers
• Support UUV laboratory operations, equipment preparation, and field testing activities
• Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and technical teams to refine methodologies and outputs
• Ensure all research deliverables meet established quality, accuracy, and technical standards
• Part‑time position: 20 hours a week.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience in STEM‑based experimental research
• Minimum 1 year of experience with:
• Computer‑Aided Design (CAD) and/or 3D printing
• Designing and executing research experiments
• Writing scientific reports, articles, or papers
• Minimum 6 months of experience with:

• Laboratory work involving Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs)
• Field testing of UUV systems

Education

• Master’s degree in one of the following fields:

• Physics
• Applied Physics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering

Clearance / Eligibility

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to work onsite in a government laboratory environment

Other Required Skills

• Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD tools
• Strong experimental design and data analysis capabilities
• Ability to operate independently within a non‑personal services environment
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and analytical skills

Senior Instructor – Naval Postgraduate School (NPS)

IDIQ Research & Education Support (RES) MAC
Location: Monterey, CA (In‑Residence Required; Hybrid/Remote May Be Possible)
Clearance: U.S. Citizenship Required; Ability to Obtain and Maintain DoD CAC
Salary: $148,000 -$176,000

Position Overview

We are looking to hire qualified Senior Instructors to support the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) under the IDIQ Research & Education Support (RES) MAC. These roles provide full lifecycle academic course development and instructional delivery for both undergraduate‑ and graduate‑level programs that enhance the operational effectiveness of U.S. Navy and Department of Defense personnel.

This position is based in Monterey, CA, with in‑residence teaching required. Hybrid or remote delivery may be possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and update Government Furnished Information (GFI), including syllabi, lecture materials, and assessments
• Develop comprehensive course materials: syllabus, lecture slides, reading lists, labs, homework, quizzes, and final exams
• Deliver in‑residence and/or hybrid instruction at NPS
• Record instructional sessions using government‑approved distance learning platforms when required
• Conduct laboratory sessions (if applicable)
• Monitor student performance and provide mid‑quarter progress assessments to the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC)
• Grade assignments, exams, and projects in a timely manner
• Maintain weekly office hours (3–4 hours)
• Provide final grade recommendations and upload approved grades into the NPS academic tracking system
• Maintain a complete course journal documenting materials, updates, and instructional observations
• Coordinate closely with the TPOC throughout the period of performance
• Support transition activities at the conclusion of the course or task order

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Undergraduate-Level Instruction:
• Minimum 10 years of experience in academic course development and delivery
• Graduate-Level Technical Instruction:

• Minimum 20 years of experience developing and delivering graduate‑level courses, particularly in advanced engineering or defense‑related technical disciplines

Education

• Undergraduate-Level Instruction: Master of Science (MS) in a relevant technical field
• Graduate-Level Instruction: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in a related discipline

Certifications / Clearance

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC)

Other Requirements

• Ability to teach in‑residence in Monterey, CA for required periods
• Strong academic writing, curriculum development, and instructional delivery skills
• Experience working with military or DoD-affiliated students preferred

Technical Writer

Contract: IDIQ Naval Postgraduate School Research and Educational Support Service (RES) IDIQ
Task Order: NPS Extended Campus Support Services
Location: Monterey, CA (Onsite at NPS)
Clearance: Public Trust
Openings: 1
Salary Range: $65,000-$78,000

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Technical Writer to support the Naval Postgraduate School’s Extended Campus programs. This role focuses on producing high‑quality written materials—including technical documents, reports, publications, and communication products—that support academic, instructional, and institutional needs. The ideal candidate brings strong writing, editing, and quality‑assurance experience, along with the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced academic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Write, edit, proofread, and review technical and academic documents.
• Prepare publications, reports, white papers, fact sheets, and other written materials.
• Ensure clarity, accuracy, consistency, and adherence to quality‑assurance standards.
• Support the development of multimedia content, web features, press releases, and newsletter articles.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and subject‑matter experts to gather information and translate it into clear, accessible written content.
• Maintain version control, documentation, and editorial workflows.

Required Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in technical writing, proofreading, editing, publication, review, and quality assurance.
• BA/BS degree in communications, journalism, English, or a related discipline.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience in technical or scientific writing.
• Demonstrated ability to independently research, write, and edit materials such as white papers, fact sheets, multimedia content, web features, press releases, and newsletter articles.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.

Additional Information

• This position requires onsite work at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

Program Analyst

Contract: IDIQ Naval Postgraduate School Research and Educational Support Service (RES) IDIQ
Task Order: NPS Extended Campus Support Services
Location: Monterey, CA (Onsite at NPS)
Clearance: Public Trust
Openings: 1
Salary: $110,000-$117,000

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Program Analyst to support the Naval Postgraduate School’s Extended Campus programs. This role is responsible for leading and managing academic strategic planning, performance management, and program evaluation activities. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, experience working in higher‑education environments, and the ability to translate data into actionable insights that support institutional decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee academic strategic planning initiatives and performance‑management activities.
• Conduct program and project evaluations to assess effectiveness, efficiency, and alignment with institutional goals.
• Develop and maintain performance metrics, dashboards, and reporting tools.
• Prepare written performance reports that clearly communicate organizational outcomes and recommendations.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses to support academic and administrative decision‑making.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and leadership to support organizational improvements.
• Establish partnerships across business areas to drive coordinated performance initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of experience leading, managing, and overseeing academic strategic planning, performance management, and program/project evaluation.
• BA/BS degree in administration, management, communications, or a related professional discipline.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses and presenting results through data visualizations (charts, dashboards, etc.).
• Experience developing written performance reports that communicate organizational performance and recommendations.
• Experience developing organizational performance policies, guidance, or frameworks.
• Proven ability to build partnerships and coalitions across teams to support organizational improvement efforts.
• Strong communication, analytical, and project‑management skills.

Additional Information

• This position requires onsite work at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

Web Content Manager (2 Openings)

Contract: IDIQ Naval Postgraduate School Research and Educational Support Service (RES) IDIQ
Task Order: NPS Extended Campus Support Services
Location: Monterey, CA (Onsite at NPS)
Clearance: Public Trust
Salary: $85,000-$95,000

Position Overview

We are seeking two Web Content Managers to support the Naval Postgraduate School’s Extended Campus programs. These roles focus on developing, writing, reviewing, and maintaining accessible, user‑friendly website content that supports academic departments, faculty, and institutional communications. The ideal candidates bring strong experience with content management systems, web accessibility standards, and plain‑language best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, write, edit, and maintain website content across academic and institutional web platforms.
• Ensure all content meets accessibility standards, usability guidelines, and plain‑language requirements.
• Use web analytics tools to evaluate content performance and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and internal stakeholders to gather information and translate it into clear, engaging web content.
• Review and update existing pages to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with institutional messaging.
• Support content governance processes and maintain documentation for web standards and workflows.

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of experience working with web content management systems, web analytics, and accessible content development.
• Demonstrated experience writing, reviewing, and presenting website content using plain‑language best practices.
• BA/BS degree in a relevant professional discipline.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience leading the development and management of website content for an academic department or higher‑education institution.
• Proven ability to oversee and maintain responsibility for writing, editing, and recommending website content in collaboration with internal teams and external contributors.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.

Additional Information

• These positions require onsite work at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

Instructional Technologist

Contract: IDIQ Naval Postgraduate School Research and Educational Support Service (RES) IDIQ
Task Order: NPS Extended Campus Support Services
Location: Monterey, CA (Onsite at NPS)
Clearance: Public Trust
Openings: 1
Salary: $65,000-$85,000

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Instructional Technologist to support the Naval Postgraduate School’s Extended Campus programs. This role focuses on integrating instructional technologies into graduate‑level academic courses delivered both in‑residence and through distance‑learning modalities. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience with instructional design tools, learning technologies, and faculty support in a higher‑education environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, and delivery of instructional materials for in‑residence, hybrid, and distance‑learning courses.
• Collaborate with faculty to incorporate instructional technologies that enhance teaching effectiveness and student engagement.
• Provide training, guidance, and troubleshooting for instructional technology tools and platforms.
• Assist with the implementation of learning technologies aligned with adult learning principles and evidence‑based instructional practices.
• Support quality assurance processes to ensure instructional materials meet academic, usability, and accessibility standards.
• Maintain documentation, resources, and best‑practice guides for faculty and staff.

Required Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in instructional design, instructional technology, and supporting both in‑residence and distance‑learning environments.
• BA/BS degree in education, instructional design, instructional technology, or a related professional discipline.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience partnering with faculty to integrate instructional technologies into course design and delivery, particularly for remote or distance‑learning settings.
• Understanding of how instructional technologies support adult learning theories, especially within STEM disciplines in higher education.
• Experience providing training, workshops, or one‑on‑one support for instructional technology tools.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal oversight.

Additional Information

• This position requires onsite work at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

Instructional Designer (2 Openings)

Contract: IDIQ Naval Postgraduate School Research and Educational Support Service (RES) IDIQ
Task Order: NPS Extended Campus Support Services
Location: Monterey, CA (Onsite at NPS)
Clearance: Public Trust

Salary: $120,000-$130,000

Position Overview

We are seeking two experienced Instructional Designers to support the Naval Postgraduate School’s Extended Campus programs. These positions play a key role in designing, developing, and evaluating high‑quality instructional materials for graduate‑level academic courses and distance‑learning environments. The ideal candidates bring strong expertise in instructional design, learning technologies, and higher‑education pedagogy, with the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty across diverse disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and revise instructional materials for in‑person, hybrid, and distance‑learning courses.
• Apply instructional design methodologies, adult learning principles, and evidence‑based practices to support academic program goals.
• Collaborate with faculty to translate subject‑matter expertise into engaging, effective learning experiences.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and assess instructional effectiveness.
• Integrate instructional technologies, multimedia, and digital learning tools to enhance course delivery.
• Support faculty in adopting best practices for online and remote teaching.
• Ensure all instructional materials meet accessibility, usability, and academic standards.

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in instructional design, instructional technology, quality assurance, and effectiveness assessment in higher education.
• MA/MS degree in education, instructional design, instructional technology, or a related professional discipline.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience partnering with faculty to design and deliver academic content for remote or distance‑learning environments.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theories, particularly as applied to STEM disciplines in higher education.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with faculty of varying teaching experience levels.
• Strong communication, organization, and project‑management skills.

Additional Information

• These positions require onsite work at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

Junior Administrative Support Specialist (3.5 Openings)

Contract: IDIQ Naval Postgraduate School Research and Educational Support Service (RES) IDIQ
Task Order: NPS Extended Campus Support Services
Location: Monterey, CA (Onsite at NPS)
Clearance: Public Trust
Salary: $42,000 -$45,000

Position Overview

We are seeking Junior Administrative Support Specialists to provide essential administrative and student‑support services for the Naval Postgraduate School’s Extended Campus programs. These roles support academic operations, student services, scheduling, and program coordination within a higher‑education environment. Ideal candidates are organized, proactive, and comfortable supporting faculty, staff, and students in a dynamic academic setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and student support for academic programs and faculty.
• Assist with student records, enrollment coordination, and academic scheduling.
• Maintain databases, student information systems, and program documentation.
• Support the preparation of correspondence, forms, and administrative reports.
• Coordinate meetings, events, and academic activities as needed.
• Ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations and adherence to institutional processes.
• Serve as a reliable point of contact for faculty, staff, and students.

Required Qualifications

• 3 years of administrative student support experience in an institution of higher education.
• BA/BS degree in administration, logistics, or a related professional discipline.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with student information systems, database management, and academic scheduling.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students.

Additional Information

• These positions require onsite work at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

Videographer/Multimedia Specialist - Senior

Design, film, edit, and produce videos and digital media for higher education academic and educational activities to include academic courses, marketing, and social media.

Annual Salary: $70-80k
Location: Onsite in Monterey, CA
Duration: Long-term contract

Firm Requirements

• BA/BS degree in graphic design, visual communication, or relevant professional discipline.
• 5 years or more of advanced graphic design/visual/multimedia communication experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated artistic talent and capability, as evidenced by a strong portfolio.
• Advanced knowledge of graphic design software and technology with advanced experience in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign.
• Advanced ability to design in PowerPoint using master slides and branded templates, with animation.
• Knowledge of video production and editing programs.
• Understanding of photography composition, retouching, color correction and photo manipulation.
• Has a proven track record for being able to work independently and a well-organized, detail-oriented team player.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

All interested candidates must be U.S. Citizens with the ability and willingness to work on W2.

Program Manager – Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) Extended Campus Support Services

Location: Monterey, CA (Onsite at NPS)
Clearance: Public Trust
Position Type: Key Personnel – Program Manager
Contract: IDIQ Naval Postgraduate School Research and Educational Support Service (RES) IDIQ
Task Order: NPS Extended Campus Support Services

Salary range: $140,000-$160,000

Position Overview

The Program Manager will provide overall leadership, direction, and oversight for contractor performance under the NPS Extended Campus Support Services Task Order. This role serves as the primary interface between the Government’s Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and the contractor’s workforce, ensuring seamless communication, operational excellence, and full compliance with contract requirements.

The Program Manager is empowered to make day‑to‑day decisions on behalf of the contractor and is responsible for ensuring all services are delivered effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with the Performance Work Statement (PWS). This position is designated as Key Personnel and may not simultaneously serve in any other contractor role under this contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall program management and oversight for all contractor activities under the task order.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Government COR and contractor staff.
• Lead planning, coordination, and execution of all contract requirements.
• Ensure timely delivery of all services, deliverables, and reporting obligations.
• Manage staffing, performance, and resource allocation to meet mission needs.
• Oversee quality assurance and risk management processes.
• Support strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain full compliance with contract terms, policies, and performance standards.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of program management experience in an environment comparable to the scope and complexity described in the PWS.

Education

• BA/BS degree in administrative, management, communications, or a related business discipline.

Certifications

• None required.

Clearance

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Other Requirements

• Must be fully empowered by the contractor to make operational decisions.
• Must not concurrently work as a contractor employee under any other task order within this contract.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be a proactive leader with strong communication skills, proven experience managing complex programs, and the ability to collaborate effectively with government stakeholders. They will be comfortable operating in a dynamic environment and committed to supporting the Naval Postgraduate School’s mission.