Dear ACP Mentors and Fellow Veterans,
I have been working as a systems engineer for a small defense contractor. I also am finishing up my PhD in a computer science field and I have a master’s degree in library science. As a systems engineer, I work on technical projects and also write technical proposals. The technical work is interesting; however, I find that my interests and strengths rest on researching available opportunities for the company to pursue, reaching out to and communicating with program managers to learn of their needs, identifying competitors as well as potential partners, and forming partnerships between the small business and university researchers. If my role could focus on these things, then I feel I would be fulfilled and highly successful.
Does anyone have advice about finding a role that matches my strengths and interests?
On a side note, I am also looking for a role that does not entail a lot of travel due to family commitments. I am also based in Philly.
Thanks for any advice and assistance.
Thomas
Answers
Sorry Thomas. The position I thought was open to external sources is no longer available.
But you might want to check out these HP openings n the Philadelphia area. http://h30631.www3.hp.com/search/advanced-search/ASCategory/-1/ASPostedDate/-1/ASCountry/-1/ASState/-1/ASCity/Philadelphia/ASLocation/-1/ASCompanyName/-1/ASCustom1/-1/ASCustom2/-1/ASCustom3/-1/ASCustom4/-1/ASCustom5/-1/ASIsRadius/false/ASCityStateZipcode/-1/ASDistance/-1/ASLatitude/-1/ASLongitude/-1/ASDistanceType/-1
...Ann (ann.summers@hp.com)
Thanks Tom for the advice and thanks Ann for the information about the possible position!
Thomas...
A couple of days ago, one of my managers posted a sales position that might fit your requirements. I'm checking now to see if it is still open. If it is, I'll pass it along to you.
...Ann (ann.summers@hp.com)
Thomas,
* Develop a personal "networking plan". Then share it here and we can advise.
* Also, search job-boards, etc. and see if you can find roles and jobs similar to what you are seeking.
e.g. indeed.com , clearancejobs.com , etc.
see: "Job-Seekers and Entrepreneurs: Do you have a "networking plan"? Please share your list or plan, and/or please ask for assistance."
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