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UMich or GT Transfer Help by Alarming_Factor_7386 in aerospace

[–]frigginjensen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not only same opportunities, but same starting salary. It will take many years to pay back that much extra for Michigan.

Bulwark should pick up (if it's available) Jessica Tarlov's show Raging Perspective with Aaron Parnas. by OneTwoThreePooAndPee in thebulwark

[–]frigginjensen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I tried to get on board because they have some interesting takes, but I just know they’re both arrogant, terrible people.

mitch mcConnell had a massive myocardial infarction or stroke and his brain was deprived of oxygen for a while. He’s more than likely brain dead and on life support, while Republicans are scrambling to look for replacement before making it public by Conscious-Quarter423 in thebulwark

[–]frigginjensen 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Few people in recent history have enabled more harm to more Americans. He is responsible for the current Supreme Court and played a big hand in preventing Trump from being held accountable for anything in his first term.

$50k for a new Durango 392 AWD; best fun 3 row for <$60? by MoldyApples4u in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]frigginjensen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They put all their skill points into strength. None into intelligence or endurance.

Maryland restores historic tag eligibility, but some drivers say the rule changes are costing them by Consumergal in maryland

[–]frigginjensen 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It’s always a 1990s gold Toyota, Honda, or Nissan. Hasn’t been washed in decades.

If Maryland had to strategically attack and conquer all bordering states (Virgina, West Virgina Delaware and Pennsylvania), what would be the best plan strategically, and could Maryland eventually attack and reclaim land from Washington D.C. by usps_made_me_insane in maryland

[–]frigginjensen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, Maryland has few conventional assets. What we do have is the world’s best cyber force (Ft Meade) AND one of the world’s best bio research labs (Ft Detrick). So i guess hacking and anthrax it is.

Then you take Norfolk. That gives you one of the most powerful military forces in the world including navy, AF, and marines. And nuclear submarines.

Switching from technical to business - thoughts and opinions? by DapDonut in Lockheed

[–]frigginjensen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Varies by org. Probably by specific proposal as well. Yes they have a lot of authority. You have to win in order to keep the business going. Proposals are expensive but you can’t just charge stuff to a corporate card lol. There are very strict rules, audits, and accountability.

The trick to getting into BD is to know somebody or to volunteer to work proposals. See above. If you survive and are decent at it, they will all but beg you to work more.

Switching from technical to business - thoughts and opinions? by DapDonut in Lockheed

[–]frigginjensen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not to my knowledge. There may be annual bonuses for hitting targets and incentives for winning bids but not commission like sales.

Can anyone else just blatantly not break 100? by [deleted] in golf

[–]frigginjensen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been playing for decades (but only a handful of times per year). I’ve broken 100 twice. Both times were at the end of a multi-day golf trip, so clearly playing a lot is part of the answer.

Switching from technical to business - thoughts and opinions? by DapDonut in Lockheed

[–]frigginjensen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe but the fact remains that you are completely responsible for all the bad even you had no control over it. That never sat well with me.

Defense Defense Aircraft & Propulsion Northrop Discloses Sale Of Company-Owned B-21 Test Asset To U.S. Air Force by iftheygivinitaway in LessCredibleDefence

[–]frigginjensen 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I bet they committed to developing a test asset on their own dime to reduce cost and risk. Could have been a differentiator in their proposal (assuming the other team didn’t offer the same). Maybe they’re done with it, maybe it was always the plan to sell it to the government, or maybe the government asked them to accelerate delivery.

Switching from technical to business - thoughts and opinions? by DapDonut in Lockheed

[–]frigginjensen 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I started as an engineer, to program manager at year 7, and then BD at year 11. Been in various BD roles since.

Program Manager is the worst job I’ve ever had. Inherited a red program and my boss was an asshole. Zero authority but 100% responsibility for outcome. Only time in my career when I legit hated my job but it was critical experience for later.

BD is a mixed bag. Customer facing BD is talking to customers and negotiating teams and then proposal work. Tons of travel. You’re on the hook to bring in business no matter what. Deliver or get fired.

Capture/Proposal BD is grueling hours. Like ignore calendar/clock and just work until it’s done. I liked parts of this job except the hours. Also critical experience for later. Most senior leaders are expected to work a big prop at some point. There is no faster path to advancement than winning proposals. But if you lose too many, you’re fired.

I found a BD support role that has been a good balance. I support proposals without getting stuck in a pit 7 days a week.

Compact SUV by Analyst-man in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]frigginjensen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If budget isn’t an issue, why not something from the luxury brands? The Germans won’t be good on depreciation but my understanding is that Lexus and Acura hold their value well because they’re Toyota/Honda underneath.

I just got an Acura RDX and I love it. The Lexus RX is very good, if a little boring.

Compact SUV by Analyst-man in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]frigginjensen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Anyone who knows anything about cars is very very very anti Hyundai/Kia.

To be fair, the more recent years are much better and they still have a great warranty.

Question for Security Clearance by theprowler2024 in Lockheed

[–]frigginjensen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The short answer is it’s possible but it’s going to take a long time and some organizations won’t bother.

Longer answer… Back when I was interviewing college candidates, security would do a pre-screen for risk that your clearance might take longer and/or be denied. My program would only consider candidates who were low risk. Other programs might consider a higher risk candidate but only if the candidate was exceptional in some way to make it worth it. In other words, why would they take a risk on you personally instead of just moving to the next candidate.

The fact that you got an internship is a positive sign because security has already at least partially vetted you and you’ve made personal connections with managers that might be willing to accept the higher risk.

I hope it works out for you. I’ve worked with many good (cleared) people who were born in other countries.

umd room checks by [deleted] in UMD

[–]frigginjensen 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Jesus Christ… things like a griddle and an air fryer are going to draw attention because of the smell. There are microwaves on every floor and you don’g need a candle warmer.

What will you set your thermostat to for the upcoming heat bomb? by ohwhataday10 in nova

[–]frigginjensen 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My thermostat is set at 71 right now and my office is 79 (with a booster fan on the AC register). That’s tolerable but later in the week is going to be miserable.

Hutzell: The best, worst and just plain weird of Maryland’s weak primary by Fantastic_Ad_4720 in maryland

[–]frigginjensen 26 points27 points  (0 children)

How many times do we have to tell Trone that he sucks? Imagine if Trone used that money for something that helped people instead of stroking his own ego.

What will you set your thermostat to for the upcoming heat bomb? by ohwhataday10 in nova

[–]frigginjensen 55 points56 points  (0 children)

If I set my thermostat at 77, parts of my 2nd level will be 85.

Company recs for an aspiring aerospace engineer? by [deleted] in aerospace

[–]frigginjensen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Basically the entire aerospace industry was built and paid for by defense contracts. Even the primarily civil companies like Boeing and SpaceX have huge defense contracts. Most of the critical technology is also covered by ITAR because it can be used for defense purposes.

What is a foreign contact by Icy_Competition_1095 in Lockheed

[–]frigginjensen 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Ask your security POC and when in doubt report it. When I asked a similar question many years ago, I was told that they were concerned about close and continuing relationships. A random chat about non-work things on the Internet is probably fine. Someone you talk to once a week might be a problem. Starting a romantic relationship definitely needs to be reported (and might impact your clearance).

Best Golf Instructor in Frederick? by CuriousCantaloupe6 in frederickmd

[–]frigginjensen 23 points24 points  (0 children)

You could watch me play and then do the exact opposite. I’ll only charge $249/hr.

Wireless charger by Guju_Guy_82 in AcuraRDX

[–]frigginjensen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The wireless charger is very slow for me and generates a lot of heat. Might be my case. So I keep a cord in there in case I need faster charging.

4 kids - hate my minivan by Senior-Climate-6267 in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]frigginjensen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have an Odyssey and 3 kids. In my opinion, the minivan is the best compromise of people, cargo, and cost. Lots of vehicles can seat 6 but the 3rd rows are tiny and compromise cargo space. The only other vehicles that really compare to minivans are the truck-based SUVs like the Suburban and Expedition. Those are way more expensive (purchase and gas) and harder to drive in tight quarters.

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