Subject Matter Expert - Space

Everforth ECS; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth ECS in Arlington, VA seeks a DARPA STO Subject Matter Expert to work on-site. The role focuses on solar propulsion tech and solar sails for cislunar presence, with duties to monitor progress and advise the Program Manager.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in astrodynamics, solar sail tech, space propulsion, or related fields, hold an active TS clearance, and preferably a Master's degree. Proficiency in MS Office and strong coordination skills are required.

Qualifications

• Active Top-Secret clearance is required.
• Master's Degree preferred; at least 10 years in relevant domains.
• Experience in one or more of the listed areas (astrodynamics, solar sail tech, space propulsion, etc.).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• On-site role in Arlington, VA; capable of operating in a fast-paced DoD environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate technical reports, briefings, and other performer communications; create plans to address issues.
• Engage stakeholders and collaborators across DoD agencies and services.
• Prepare DARPA work products, including presentations and reports.
• Attend and organize program reviews, site visits, and field tests.
• Support further research solicitation development and source selection activities.

Skills

Astrodynamics

Solar sail technology

Space propulsion development

Space launch coordination

Space operations

Hardware testing

Space-based communications

Space-based PNT

Control systems

Space Situational Awareness

Space imaging technology

Space system development

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Everforth ECS is seeking a DARPA STO Subject Matter Expert to work on-site in Arlington, VA.

DARPA STO is seeking Subject Matter Experts who will provide technical expertise for the Cattle Run program. The Cattle Run program develops solar propulsion technology and demonstrates the ability of solar sails to enable presence in cislunar space while carrying useful payloads.

The ideal candidate actively monitors technical progress, anticipates challenges, and proactively works with the Program Manager to overcome obstacles and drive the program toward success. The candidate will participate in activities related to their area of technical expertise and actively provide analysis and recommendations on performer progress, results, and program plan.

The ideal candidate should possess technical research, development, and engineering experience in at least one topic that is relevant to the program. The program is specifically seeking candidates with experience in one or more of the following: astrodynamics, solar sail technology, space propulsion development, space launch coordination and planning, space operations, hardware testing, space-based communications, space-based Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT), control systems, Space Situational Awareness (SSA), space to space imaging technology, space system development.

Responsibilities include:

• Evaluate technical reports, briefings, and other performer communications and create plans to address any issues.
• Engage stakeholders and collaborators across the various DoD agencies and services.
• Prepare DARPA work products, including presentations and reports.
• Attend and organize program reviews, site visits, and field tests.
• Support further research solicitation development and source selection activities associated with new developing program efforts.

Salary Range: $80.00-$120.00 (actual compensation/hourly rate depends on overall experience)

• Must have an active TS (Top-Secret) clearance.
• Master's Degree is preferred.
• At least 10 years experience in one or more of the following areas: astrodynamics, solar sail technology, space propulsion development, space launch coordination and planning, space operations, hardware testing, space-based communications, space-based Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT), control systems, Space Situational Awareness (SSA), space to space imaging technology, space system development.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Self-starter who is willing to both take the lead and provide support in a team role in a complex, fast-paced, cross-disciplinary work environment.

Desired Skills

• Experience working with or for relevant program transition partners including organizations within USSF, NASA, and USAF.
• Prior experience working programs at DARPA as a technical and program management support contractor.
• Knowledge of DARPA processes and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills – both written (to include PowerPoint) and oral.
• Level of effort may vary depending on role.
• On-site support is desired.

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Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

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ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth , a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengths technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth , a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengths technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

Meet the challenge. Make a difference with Everforth ECS!