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Surface Warfare/AEGIS SME

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Patuxent River, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/26/2026
Job Title
Surface Warfare/AEGIS SME
Location
Patuxent River Naval Air Sta, MD 20670 US
Virginia Beach, VA 23451 US (Primary)
Position Summary and Job Responsibilities

Position Summary

BGI is currently seeking a Surface Warfare Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support ongoing efforts in either Pax River, MD or Virginia Beach, VA. SME must be an expert in Ship Self Defense System (SSDS), Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) systems, and AEGIS Combat System (ACS) with experience in weapons employment, radar resources, Link architectures and building weapons doctrine.

 

Job Responsibilities

Work will include applying subject knowledge to investigate, analyze, plan, research, design, develop, implement, and evaluate the use of modeling and simulation tools and/or stimulation products.  The candidate should be able to apply expert knowledge in a modeling and simulation environment, to include instances of test and evaluation.  The individual will be responsible for providing subject matter expertise while acting as a liaison with customer representatives to ensure requirements are satisfied.  A general understanding of systems engineering processes is preferred. 

  • Conduct device test in support of Hardware/Software Integration and Verification test
  • Plan, execute and debrief mission-based test missions in support of device Validation test
  • Support verification and validation missions as instructor operating station instructors
  • Provide accurate test results during debrief sessions to capture test discrepancies
  • Review requirements and provide input for new software developments
  • Conduct general subject matter research, analysis, correlation, and assessment
  • Assist in the NGTS introduction to fleet activities
  • Act as a technical liaison to outside organizations    

 

Required and/or Preferred Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

 

  • Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Surface Warfare Officer (SWO)
  • Must have a minimum of 3 years of AEGIS Weapons System (AWS) experience
  • Must have a minimum of 3 years of Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) experience

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • CG/DDG Tactical Action Officer (TAO) qualification
  • Surface Warfare Tactics Instructor AQD

    

Other Requirements:

  • US citizenship
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a USG secret security clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. BS degree in Computer Science, or Engineering is preferred 
  • DOD Contractor experience

 

BGI is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Consistent with applicable law, BGI provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This commitment includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities who seek to utilize the company's on-line employment process. BGI has made extensive efforts to ensure that its on-line employment process is accessible to individuals with disabilities. However, if an applicant is unable to fully utilize BGI's procedures, BGI will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants that require accommodation with the online employment process may contact 330.374.7737 for assistance.
It is the policy of BGI, LLC to take affirmative action in affording equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

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