Senior Technical SME — DARPA Onsite Leader

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Sr. Technical Subject Matter Expert to provide onsite support at DARPA in Arlington, VA. The role focuses on understanding high-risk, high-reward research programs and coordinating with TTO leadership and Program Managers.

You will develop explanatory documentation, monitor ongoing activities, and report to program offices. A DoD clearance may be required, and travel up to 15%.

Qualifications

• PhD in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) or equivalent with 20+ years qualifying experience.
• 20+ years of experience in a relevant technical or scientific field.
• Expert or lead authority in a highly specified area with advanced techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist DARPA/TTO leadership and Program Managers with new efforts and overseeing project execution.
• Develop broadly understandable explanatory documentation for deeply technical programs.
• Monitor ongoing activities and report to Program Managers and office leadership.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

On-site work capability

Leadership

DARPA program familiarity

Education

PhD in STEM fields

20+ years relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Sr. Technical Subject Matter Expert to provide onsite support at DARPA in Arlington, VA. The role focuses on understanding high-risk, high-reward research programs and coordinating with TTO leadership and Program Managers.

You will develop explanatory documentation, monitor ongoing activities, and report to program offices. A DoD clearance may be required, and travel up to 15%.