Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

• Conduct reviews and assessments of current CBRND strategy, guidance and plans; identify significant changes and issues related to the DOW CWMD/CBRN defense direction and/or priority; provide solutions and inform/support the development of CBRN defense and RDT&E and acquisition strategy, guidance, and plans.
• In coordination with Service representatives, coordinate, assess, and analyze CBRN defense doctrinal, operational, tactical, and training requirements (Doctrine, Organizational, Training, materiel, Leadership.
• Personnel, Facilities and Policy (DOTmLPF-P) analysis as well as JFRP document reviews).
• Inform efforts to synchronize, integrate, and align capabilities, experimentation, and demonstrations supporting requirements development and research, development, and acquisition (RDA) processes; identify and inform solutions for significant organizational, training, modernization, and sustainment issues requiring EA decisions, coordination, and integration.
• Ensure interoperability, where appropriate, between and among joint military capabilities.
• Integrate and coordinate performance requirements for an existing or proposed CBRND capability submitted to the CBRND Portal.
• Identify new CBRND joint military capabilities based on advances in technology and concepts of operation.
• Maintain visibility of research, development, and acquisition (RDA) and demonstration activities associated with the CBRND programs of the Services, Combatant Commands and relevant defense agencies.
• Identify and assess shortfalls where RDA programs do not meet capability requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop CBRND and CWMD Operational Architectures.
• Produce full operational architectures for up to 12 requirements documents per year.
• Produce up to one overarching operational concept architecture per year. All products generated will comply with the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Maintain existing architectures.
• Conduct at least one RMF structural update per quarter.
• Maintain all legacy architectures using Government approved configuration management processes.
• Facilitate the use of architecture software products on the Army Staff Unclassified and Secret networks.

Key Qualifications

• A BS or prior military experience.
• At least four years of CBRN defense or CWMD program-specific architecture experience and six years general architecture experience.
• Three years’ experience producing military operational architectures and at least two (2) years’ experience with bio-surveillance operational and/or system architectures.
• Expertise in using IBM Rational System Architect and ERwin Data Modeler software with Microsoft UML familiarity or,
• Expertise in using MagicDraw/Cameo, IBM Rhapsody, Dalus, or Arcadia.
• Active Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (TS) with SCI eligibility.
• 8–15+ years of relevant experience in technical analysis, systems engineering, or CBRN defense.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Biology, Chemistry, Engineering), Data Science, or IT is required; Master’s degree is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in tools like HPAC (Hazard Prediction and Assessment Capability) or OneSAF for CBRN mapping and scenario development.
• Expertise in data schemas, ontologies, and modeling tools to structure classified intelligence.
• Deep familiarity with CBRN defense, WMD nonproliferation, and consequence management.
• Expertise in using IBM Rational System Architect and ERwin Data Modeler software with Microsoft UML familiarity or,
• Expertise in using MagicDraw/Cameo, IBM Rhapsody, Dalus, or Arcadia.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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