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TRANSPORTATION ANALYST (NHTSA):

Bowhead is seeking a Transportation Analyst to support the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in Washington, DC. This position is intended to replace a departing team member and requires a candidate with strong knowledge in child passenger safety, particularly car seat evaluation, and a proven ability to lead and coordinate complex technical efforts.

The ideal candidate will be a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST), skilled in vehicle safety systems and New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) testing protocols. Strong organizational skills, proactive initiative, and the ability to take ownership of tasks and lead coordination among stakeholders are essential.

Responsibilities

+ Serve as a technical resource on car seat safety, occupant protection systems, and NCAP-related test procedures.

+ Lead or assist with the development of research plans, data reviews, and technical presentations related to NCAP and child safety in vehicles.

+ Coordinate and support engineering evaluations and vehicle testing initiatives.

+ Take ownership of projects, providing leadership and direction as needed across multi-disciplinary teams.

+ Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.

+ Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to prepare documentation, analysis, and presentations.

+ Maintain excellent attention to detail while managing multiple priorities effectively.

+ Act as a key liaison for internal and external coordination efforts.

Qualifications

+ Education: Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Engineering, Transportation Safety, or a related field.

+ Experience: Minimum of five (5+) years of relevant professional experience.

+ Certification: Must be a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) or able to obtain certification prior to start.

+ Technical Skills:

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

+ Strong presentation development and data communication abilities.

+ Soft Skills:

+ Excellent organizational and coordination skills.

+ Proactive ownership mindset and ability to lead efforts independently.

+ Strong interpersonal skills and clear, effective communication.

+ Team-oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time

• Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Public Trust level. A minimum of three (3) years US residency, or US Citizenship, is required for a Public Trust clearance at this location.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com, and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance (https://uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/).

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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**ID** _2025-23395_

**Category** _Engineering_

**Location : Location** _US-DC-Washington_

**Minimum Clearance Required** _Public Trust (NAC)_

**Travel Requirement** _25% - 50%_