Senior Technical SME - DARPA Programs

Arenatechnologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Technical Subject Matter Expert to provide onsite support in Arlington, VA. The role involves advising DARPA program managers on new basic research projects, reviewing proposals, sites visits, demonstrations, and coordinating work.

Required are 15+ years in technical/scientific fields, 10+ years with DARPA programs, a STEM Bachelor's, and an Active Secret clearance. Onsite work is expected based on client needs; Top Secret is desirable.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in technical, managerial, or scientific fields.
• 10+ years of experience with DARPA programs.
• Active Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and programmatic advisory to DARPA program managers.
• Assess laboratory/test results and mitigate technical risk.
• Translate complex technical issues into clear, impact-focused language for diverse audiences.

Skills

15+ years experience

DARPA program knowledge

Onsite work

Independent decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Technical Subject Matter Expert to provide onsite support in Arlington, VA. The role involves advising DARPA program managers on new basic research projects, reviewing proposals, sites visits, demonstrations, and coordinating work.

Required are 15+ years in technical/scientific fields, 10+ years with DARPA programs, a STEM Bachelor's, and an Active Secret clearance. Onsite work is expected based on client needs; Top Secret is desirable.