Technology Architect - Wireless Communications

McLean

In-Q-Tel

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Technology Architect - Wireless Communications

US-VA-McLean

Job ID: 2024-1368

Type: Regular Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Technology Consulting

IQT

Overview

This is an exempt position reporting to the Senior Vice President of the Intelligent Connectivity and Compute Practice. The individual in this position will work closely with IQT’s government partners to understand their technology problems and use their mastery of technology to investigate and recommend potential solutions from the venture-backed startup landscape. The Intelligent Connectivity and Compute Practice is responsible for identifying and executing investments in technology areas including microelectronics, wireless communications, computing, quantum technologies, and sensors. The primary focus of this position is wireless communications. This position will oversee the technical aspects of an investment to ensure that IQT delivers effective and compelling solutions to our Intelligence Community/Department of Defense government partners.

Responsibilities

Identifies new technology areas for investment and guides technical diligence on multiple complimentary investments in that technology area.

Oversees development and negotiation of Statements of Work contracts between IQT and start-up companies.

Guides technical oversight on work programs; performs assessments of work program deliverables. Identifies and communicates paths for resolution of issues on work programs to key stakeholders and IQT Leadership.

Leverages technical/market experience and understanding of government partner use cases to identify new topics for, and oversee development of, Market Surveys and Global Competitive Analysis products.

Oversees development of technology architectures and solutions to address problems faced by IQT’s government partners.

Provides thought leadership in one or more areas of subject matter expertise.

Coordinates with customers on technology adoption strategy in development of multiple work programs in a government partner mission area.

Qualifications

Minimal Qualifications:

Due to contractual reasons, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Degree in a science or engineering discipline (or equivalent experience).

Minimum 5 to 20+ years professional experience with some portion of that time overseeing a technology development effort in a business and/or intelligence environment.

Demonstrated thought authority and subject matter expertise in one or more of the following fields:

Wireless/wired network, architecture, and protocol design (e.g., 4G/5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LoRa)

Digital Signal Process techniques, including AI/ML applied to wireless communications

Satellite Communications

Free Space Optics

Over-the-top (OTT) communication architectures

Previous experience negotiating milestone-based Statements of Work contracts.

Candidates with active top-secret clearance preferred; at a minimum, candidate must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Preferred Qualifications:

Commitment to continued understanding of new technologies and their strategic advantages.

Capable of evaluating complex problems including identifying root cause issues, generating a concise summary of analysis; and presenting recommendations for non-technical audiences.

Startup or entrepreneurial experience and proven ability to thrive in a non-traditional, entrepreneurial environment.

Comfortable presenting complex technology subjects to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Strong writer: experience in both technical writing and proposal/contract writing is preferred.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Company Overview:

In-Q-Tel (IQT) is the not-for-profit strategic investor the U.S. national security community and America’s allies have relied upon for 25 years to anticipate their technology needs and achieve solutions. IQT identifies, evaluates, and leverages emerging commercial technologies to deliver best-in-class capabilities, insights, and other services to government partners through a unique global investment platform.

We call our mission “Global Security Investing.” As well as encompassing defense-focused startups and harnessing existing and over-the-horizon commercial technologies to sustain military and intelligence overmatch against adversaries, Global Security Investing emphasizes the importance of international reach and collaboration in a world where innovative venture-backed startups can now be found everywhere. Think you would be a great fit to help carry out IQT’s mission? Apply below!

For more information about IQT, visit www.iqt.org .

Benefit Overview:

IQT understands that life is more than just work. We offer a wide variety of benefits designed to support the whole person including but not limited to:

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Unlimited Vacation

Tuition & Professional Development Assistance

Student Loan Repayment & College Savings

Parental Leave

Family Forming Support

Caregiving Benefits

Wellness Perks

Telework & Flexible Schedule

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