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The Solutions Engineer – Research Analyst will work directly with the MilTech Information Research and Analysis team, MilTech staff, and industry partners to conduct information research that supports DOD and other government agency client technology transition needs across all MilTech projects and efforts, with particular focus on research projects.

Position Number

Position Number 4C2775

Department

Department MilTech

Division

Division Office of Research and Economic Development

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Professional

Contract Term

Contract Term Fiscal Year

Semester

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FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Union Affiliation

Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE

FTE 1.0

Benefits Eligible

Salary Starting $80,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.

Contract Type

Contract Type LOA

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Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type Open

General Statement

MilTech is a government Partnership Intermediary with the mission to accelerate the transition of new technology to the U.S. government. See for further information.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Solutions Engineer – Research Analyst will work directly with the MilTech Information Research and Analysis team, MilTech staff, and industry partners to conduct information research that supports DOD and other government client technology transition needs. Activities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Manage research projects with internal stakeholders, research partners, and vendors, in compliance with all relevant MilTech PIA (Partnership Intermediary Agreement) requirements. This could include but is not limited to participating in status calls, supporting proposal development, conducting quality control on research deliverables, ensuring research work is aligned to meet project objectives and the expectations of the customers.
• Conduct project-related research in areas that include market intelligence, technology scouting, supplier scouting, partner scouting, and user feedback.
• Develop and manage research resources which may include internal MilTech staff and students as well as contracted resources.
• Mine secondary databases such as IBISWorld, Nexis Uni, and patent databases such as LENS , to support government customer and project needs.
• Develop reports and present research results to MilTech customers in compliance with relevant PIA requirements; assist with development of standard MilTech reporting methods as needed.
• Travel to meet with customers, and industry partners as required for the success of the project as needed. This could include but is not limited to meeting with user groups to understand requirements, delivering final presentations, vetting industry capabilities, and attending face-to-face meetings.
• Follow State of Montana and Federal guidelines for the procurement of goods and services in support of project execution.
• Comply at all times with the MilTech Confidentiality Agreement governing non-disclosure of information encountered in the course of your duties, and the MilTech Technology Control Plan governing security and work controls.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrated significant and progressive experience in market or information research or information management.
• Demonstrated significant and progressive experience in information research and reporting.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency using Word, Excel, and Power Point presentations in prior research activities.
• A Bachelor's degree in field related to research or data management, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Master's degree in Information Science or related field.
• Demonstrated experience with DOD or government research projects.
• Demonstrated experience with technology transition-related activities.
• Prior experience working with ITAR , CUI , and/or other security-restricted data.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Represent MilTech in a professional manner when interacting with clients, internal and external personnel.
• Effectively collaborate with MilTech, MSU , DOD , government, civilian, research, or internal and external personnel in order to accomplish multiple research or technology transition projects.
• Possess the ability to design and develop innovative solutions that meet the customer's requirements.
• Possess evidence of good judgment, flexibility and innovation to respond to the needs of a wide variety of clients.
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This position is contingent upon continued grant funding.

Successful candidate must be able to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws, which may require proof that candidate is a U.S. person. Per 22 CFR §120.15, U.S. person means a person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

This position may require the ability to obtain a Security Clearance, pass the Department of Homeland Security ( DHS ) Fitness requirements to obtain DHS security credentials, and/or meet other government-defined restrictions appropriate for work level and access. Other security-related requirements will include receiving favorable background checks by state and federal agencies pursuant to federal law and regulations.

This position requires ability to travel via all modes of transport when necessary to interact with DOD and/or DHS customers, including travel throughout the Continental U.S. as well as Alaska, Hawaii, U.S territories and possessions, and possibly other worldwide locations.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties?

This position has supervisory duties? No

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin on June 11, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter addressing each of the Required and Preferred Qualifications

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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