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SME I – Force Operations

Joint Research and Development, LLC
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/16/2026

JRAD is seeking candidates for a proposal  position supporting the OUSD. This position is Pentagon, DC. 


Oversees the Systems Engineering staff and activities of an organization's information systems. Assures the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the in-house information systems that support core organizational functions. Provides support to, reviews, maintains, and optimizes all networked software and associated operating systems. Administers the planning, design, development, evaluation, testing, and integration of an organization's systems infrastructure, including the design and implementation of hardware and software. Captures, understands, translates, and documents customer requirements. Defines system and product requirements; and generates mechanical, electrical, and software performance and reliability specifications and requirements. Creates and maintains programmatic and technical documentation to insure efficient planning and execution. Manages and documents system configurations, and oversees all transitions into production. Performs troubleshooting and remediation, ensures successful project implementation, and performs post project end user support.


Roles/Responsibilities:

  • Eight (8) years of experience as a supervisor or team or project lead, and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in the DoW.
  • Strategic Planning & Analysis: Eight (8) years’ experience developing, implementing, and managing strategic planning that supports leadership priorities.
  • Eight (8) years’ experience conducting research, wargaming, and analysis to provide pre- decisional advice and policy recommendations.
  • Eight (8) years’ experience identifying, prioritizing, and leading high-interest projects across cross-functional teams.
  • Executive Communication & Coordination: Eight (8) years’ experience serving as a key advisor to senior leadership and decision-makers.
  • Eight (8) years demonstrated experience in written and oral communication skills.
  • Technical Foundation & Domain Expertise: Ten (10) years’ experience in the core principles of designing and constructing autonomous systems.
  • Ten (10) years’ experience in at least two or more of the following areas: Command and Control (C2) for complex systems, Unmanned Systems (air, ground, or sea), Counter / Uncrewed Systems (C/UXS), and Operational employment concepts, including First- Person View (FPV) operations. TS/SCI SAP eligible.


Required Skills and Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in web design, computer science, mathematics, or engineering.


Security Clearance:

  • TS/SCI

When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!  


JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:  

  • Health Insurance  
  • Dental Insurance  
  • Vision Insurance  
  • Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance  
  • Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care  
  • Disability Insurance  
  • 401K Plan  
  • Tuition Reimbursement  


JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.


The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.


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Salary : $105,000 - $265,000

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