SOF Test & Evaluation Lead — Tech Demos & Strategy

Noblis; United States; On-site; USD 99,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Noblis seeks a SOCOM Test & Evaluation Lead to support the STED program, identifying and accelerating COTS tech across the SOF enterprise. The role requires deep operational background, Top Secret/SCI clearance, and the ability to engage government and industry partners at executive levels.

Ideal candidates have SOF experience, strong program management, and a network within USSOCOM. Location preference is Tampa, FL, with up to 50% travel and federal consultant discipline in execution.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.
• Prior military service supporting Special Operations Forces or similar units.
• Experience with USSOCOM, TSOCs, or other SOF organizations.
• Strong program and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives.
• Ability to build trusted relationships across government, military, industry, and technology partners.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including executive briefings and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and accelerate transition of COTS technologies addressing validated operational gaps across the SOF enterprise.
• Serve as STED Program's primary representative to the SOF community, building trusted government relationships.
• Engage stakeholders, support DoD leadership, and coordinate with defense industry partners to advance technology demonstrations.
• Travel up to 50% to support assessments, demonstrations, and events.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder management

Technical writing

Executive-level briefings

Business development

Customer engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Noblis seeks a SOCOM Test & Evaluation Lead to support the STED program, identifying and accelerating COTS tech across the SOF enterprise. The role requires deep operational background, Top Secret/SCI clearance, and the ability to engage government and industry partners at executive levels.

Ideal candidates have SOF experience, strong program management, and a network within USSOCOM. Location preference is Tampa, FL, with up to 50% travel and federal consultant discipline in execution.