Program SME

Subject Matter Expert – Mapping, Charting, & Geodesy

The Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides technical and programmatic expertise across multiple MC&G mission domains. These include:

·       Earth sciences and geospatial modeling (e.g., geodetic frameworks, gravity and magnetic field models, and elevation data)

·       Safety of navigation in maritime and aeronautical environments

·       Land-based navigation support (including geographic names, topographic mapping, and socio-cultural geography)

·       Integration and dissemination of geospatial content

Key Responsibilities:

·       Facilitate cross-branch coordination within the MC&G portfolio to support leadership priorities

·       Provide program and technical management support for interagency contracts

·       Analyze internal policies and leadership decisions impacting MC&G operations

·       Evaluate and report on special topics and initiatives relevant to leadership priorities

·       Coordinate outreach and engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including other directorates, interagency partners, and mission owners

·       Support program management functions, including oversight of cost, schedule, performance, risk, and compliance

·       Review contract deliverables, assist with subcontracting activities, and support negotiation efforts through technical evaluations

·       Assist in preparing contractual documentation such as SOWs, funding documents, and engineering change proposals

·       Contribute to acquisition lifecycle activities and planning processes including POM, budget execution, and roadmap development

·       Conduct assessments on programmatic and operational challenges; lead the resolution of cross-cutting issues

·       Monitor and assess contractual and financial performance, including invoice validation and fund tracking

·       Maintain compliance with policies, procedures, and standards through regular reviews and analysis

·       Identify risks and opportunities and track ongoing program metrics and reporting requirements

·       Prepare and deliver briefings, reports, and other communications as needed

·       Support mission enhancement initiatives by analyzing alternatives and supporting engineering assessments

Day-to-Day Activities May Include:

·       Planning and implementing process improvements and optimization strategies

·       Addressing multi-contract issues and cross-organizational challenges

·       Providing expert input to interagency working groups in relevant foundational geospatial areas

·       Supporting timely response to taskings that impact the MC&G domain

·       Assisting with funding allocation strategies and tracking execution

·       Documenting and reporting weekly activities and technical challenges

·       Researching and summarizing background information on mission-relevant topics

Required Qualifications:

·       Minimum of 5 years of experience in MC&G mission areas, or 10 years within the geospatial or defense intelligence communities

·       Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Geography, Geodetic Sciences, GIS, or related STEM field

·       At least 2 years of experience applying systems engineering principles and implementation planning across complex systems

·       At least 2 years of experience in programmatic or technical roles within large IT organizations (≥$100M budget and/or ≥100 staff)

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Master’s degree in a relevant STEM or geospatial discipline

·       Experience in managing geospatial product lifecycle and dissemination within large programs

·       Familiarity with acquisition processes within defense or intelligence communities

Security Clearance Requirement:

·       Active TS/SCI clearance required