Anyone on RP work or support a DoD defense contractor?

SPC David S. — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 13:46:46 -0500

I was curious if any on RP have leveraged their military experience on the civilian sector side of the DoD. If so in what capacilty/role and what are some of the pros and cons related to your work.

For me, the organization I work for engages a slew of DoD contractors in a number of business sectors as well the DoD and all the military branches directly. Some of the pros - I'm privy to a lot of platforms before they are released to the public - cons I don't get to field test all the cool stuff.

Response by Capt Dwayne Conyers made Feb 28 at 2020 7:12 PM

Capt Dwayne Conyers — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 19:12:39 -0500

I worked for a defense contractor UNTIL they decided to block me from employment for SEVEN YEARS because I moved from DC to LA to marry my sweetheart. Kind of hard to get married without a job. Thanks General Dynamics!

Response by MSG Andrew Whitish made Feb 28 at 2020 7:52 PM

MSG Andrew Whitish — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 19:52:37 -0500

I worked for Boeing for several years in IDS. I saw a lot of former air force techs on the payroll. Seems the military now is unable to repair anything due to the loss of skilled techs.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 29 at 2020 4:45 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 29 Feb 2020 04:45:35 -0500

I've been a military program manager and contracting officer, a Contractor Program manager, an Army Civilian Program manager and now a Military contracting officer again until my mobilization is over and I'll go back to my civilian job. There is a lot of opportunity out there.

Response by Lt Col Charlie Brown made Feb 29 at 2020 7:21 AM

Lt Col Charlie Brown — Sat, 29 Feb 2020 07:21:54 -0500

Capt Christian D. Orr ? Thoughts?

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 29 at 2020 9:34 AM

Cpl Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 29 Feb 2020 09:34:47 -0500

I did and still do but in a different role. When I got out in 93, I went to work modifying the aircraft I worked on while I was in the Marine Corps. I switched careers and now i work on stuff for MCRC (Marine Corps Recruiting Command) to help the Marine Corps get recruiting leads.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 17 at 2020 3:41 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Sep 2020 15:41:20 -0400

If you have a TS with military experience, the D.C. Metro area is the place to be. Entry- to mid- level positions for government contractors are ALWAYS readily available. I have worked for various private sector contracts with DoD, DHS, and the State Department. If you're looking for a career change, have a clearance, and can easily make the move to N. Virginia/D.C./Maryland, do it!