Advanced Manufacturing Technical Specialist

Responsibilities

• Drive alignment and execution of Advanced Manufacturing (AdvM) programs to ensure mission success.
• Advise senior leadership on policy and legislative changes based on program performance.
• Lead coordination across Department of Defense (DoD) organizations to synchronize deliverables and accelerate technology adoption.
• Represent the company in joint working groups, providing technical expertise to influence enterprise-level decisions.
• Develop and integrate qualification and certification roadmaps for AdvM processes.
• Craft high-impact briefs and reports for senior officers and executives.
• Mentor junior team members and manage multiple complex projects with precision.
• Communicate AdvM initiatives to DoD and industry stakeholders to foster collaboration.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• 10+ years of experience in managing AdvM programs or working with AdvM techniques (e.g., additive, subtractive).
• Proven ability to apply engineering principles to resolve system-level issues.
• Strong stakeholder collaboration skills, combining technical analysis with business acumen.
• Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative analysis to link business strategy to performance.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% to CONUS and OCONUS locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• An active and maintained "SECRET" security clearance.
• Advanced degree in business, engineering, or a related field.
• Expertise in cybersecurity, intellectual property, or business process reengineering as they relate to manufacturing.
• Experience in materials characterization, testing methods, and failure analysis.
• Knowledge of DoD logistics and maintenance systems.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Student Loan PayDown.
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance.
• Tuition Reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities.
• Health Savings Account and various Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.

About the Company

Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. We drive efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets, helping clients outwit complexity through an integrated business technology approach.