Senior Technical Consultant

Responsibilities & Qualifications

We are seeking a Senior Technical Consultant to join our team supporting U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). 

The Senior Technical Consultant provides expert technical knowledge, analysis, and guidance on highly specialized applications and operational environments. This role supports complex system analysis, design, integration, documentation, and implementation, delivering recommendations for improvements, optimization, and development efforts. The position requires deep understanding of technical principles, advanced mathematical methods, and practical experience with both emerging and legacy technologies in IT, engineering, and scientific applications. 

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Extensive experience in IT, software development, systems architecture, and/or telecommunications. 

• Proven expertise in analyzing and solving highly specialized technical problems. 

• Knowledge of software development methodologies, lifecycle management, and modeling and simulation. 

• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills. 

• Must be available to be onsite at the USPTO office in Arlington, VA within 48 hours of customer request

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred). 

Clearance

• Tier 2 or Tier 4 investigation based on the scope of work they are hired for

Preferred 

• Experience with risk management, electronic analysis, and communications protocols.
• Familiarity with both emerging and legacy technologies relevant to task requirements.
• Experience with government IT contracts 
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable recommendations for stakeholders. 

KEY RESPONSIBILTIES

• Technical Analysis & Problem Solving
• Conduct high-level functional systems analysis and provide expert recommendations on moderately complex technical problems.
• Apply advanced mathematical principles, engineering methods, and functional expertise to develop automated solutions for narrowly defined technical challenges.
• Assist senior consultants with analysis, evaluation, and formulation of recommendations for system improvements, optimization, development, and maintenance.
• Systems Design & Implementation Guidance
• Provide design, integration, and documentation support for information systems, networking, telecommunications, automation, and communications protocols.
• Advise on software development lifecycle management, modeling and simulation, and system architecture.
• Ensure recommendations align with task order requirements, operational goals, and industry best practices.
• Specialized Expertise & Technology Application
• Utilize technical knowledge across risk management, electronic analysis, and emerging IT technologies to inform system solutions.
• Maintain proficiency in both current and legacy technologies relevant to the functional area.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of technical solutions in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Collaboration & Advisory Support
• Work closely with other senior consultants to evaluate complex systems, identify optimization opportunities, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Support the preparation of technical documentation, proposals, and strategic recommendations for system improvements.
• Act as a subject-matter expert in highly specialized IT and engineering domains for both internal teams and external clients. 

Overview

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Arlington, VA
• Type of environment: Hybrid
• Noise Level: Varies
• Travel Requirements:
• Work Schedule: Day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel:  At least 10%:  Travel to Arlington, VA should be feasible and sustainable for the candidate (proximity to the DC metro area is strongly preferred) Must be available to be onsite at the USPTO office in Arlington, VA within 48 hours of customer request

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Tier 2 or Tier 4 investigation based on the scope of work they are hired for

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Additional Job Information

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. Apply now to explore jobs with us at www.TekSynap.com. 

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. 

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact [email protected] for assistance.