Technology Transition SME

Diaconia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Diaconia seeks a Technology Transition Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide expert acquisition and technology transition support under a USG Military contract. The ideal candidate brings deep DoD knowledge, strong analytical skills, and a proven record transitioning advanced technologies into fielded solutions.

This role supports capability planning, acquisition lifecycle documentation, risk management, program integration, and innovation pipeline execution for AF systems, working with

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance at time of hire with eligibility for Top Secret upgrade.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience across multiple DoD acquisition and transition domains.
• Strong ability to draft and manage acquisition documentation and DO D policy alignment.
• Experience coordinating with MAJCOMs, Air Staff, and mission partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and manage pre- and post-award acquisition documentation.
• Support milestone planning and execution (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, PRR).
• Analyze contracting requirements and contribute to acquisition strategy development.
• Maintain IMS and conduct EVM and schedule analysis.
• Evaluate program cost, schedule, and performance risks.
• Draft and maintain DIDs, CDRLs, and acquisition deliverables.

Skills

Development planning

Acquisition lifecycle

SBIR/RIF program execution

Systems engineering

CONOPS drafting

Risk planning

Integrated Master Schedule management

Executive briefing

Interagency collaboration

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Master’s degree + 15 years of relevant experience (min 5 in DoD)

Bachelor’s degree + 18 years of relevant experience (min 5 in DoD)

High School Diploma/GED + 24 years of relevant experience (min 5 in DoD)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

EVM systems

IMS development

OEM scheduling tools

Government acquisition tools

Job description

Description

Position Overview: Seeking an experienced Technology Transition Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide expert acquisition and technology transition support under the USG Military contract. The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, strong analytical capabilities, and a proven record of transitioning advanced technologies into fielded solutions. This position plays a pivotal role in supporting capability planning, acquisition lifecycle documentation, risk management, program integration, and innovation pipeline execution for emerging AF systems.

Key Responsibilities

Acquisition Planning & Execution

• Develop, review, and manage pre- and post-award acquisition documentation
• Support milestone planning and execution (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, PRR)
• Analyze contracting requirements and contribute to acquisition strategy development
• Maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and conduct EVM and schedule analysis

Program Analysis & Reporting

• Evaluate program cost, schedule, and performance risks
• Conduct efficiency studies and acquisition strategy assessments
• Prepare acquisition plans and documentation aligned with DoD standards
• Support DAES, SARs, MARs, and SOCCER reporting

Requirements & Capability Development

• Support JCIDS processes and documentation (CDD, CPD, CONOPS)
• Facilitate I-SUMMITs, CRRAs, HPTs, and other capability planning events
• Ensure interoperability and alignment of requirements across systems

Technology Transition & Innovation Support

• Support SBIR, RIF, ATDs, and other advanced innovation initiatives
• Apply systems engineering principles to streamline transition efforts
• Identify integration challenges and align cross-platform efforts
• Lead planning for rapid prototyping and early-stage requirements development
• Coordinate technology insertion across acquisition phases and multiple platforms

Document & Compliance Management

• Draft, edit, and maintain DIDs, CDRLs, and acquisition deliverables
• Manage AF Form 1067 proposal processes from intake through archive
• Ensure compliance with AFLCMC, AFMC, and DoD acquisition policy

Stakeholder Engagement & Mission Partner Coordination

• Coordinate with MAJCOMs, Air Staff, test agencies, and mission partners
• Support IPTs, reviews, readiness exercises, and working groups
• Provide executive-level briefings and decision-ready analysis to senior leadership

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Clearance & Eligibility

• Active Secret Clearance at time of hire
• Eligible for Top Secret upgrade
• U.S. Citizenship required

Education & Experience

One of the following combinations is required:

• Master’s degree + 15 years of relevant experience (minimum 5 years within DoD)
• Bachelor’s degree + 18 years of relevant experience (minimum 5 years within DoD)
• High School Diploma/GED + 24 years of relevant experience (minimum 5 years within DoD)

Technical Experience

Minimum 10+ years of experience in at least six (6) of the following areas:

• Development planning and technology transition strategy
• Acquisition lifecycle strategy and milestone documentation
• SBIR and RIF program execution
• Systems engineering and early-stage requirements development
• Analysis and validation of innovative technology programs
• Pre-acquisition and acquisition strategy implementation
• Development of pre- and post-award documentation
• Risk planning, milestone tracking, and staff coordination
• Specification development and CONOPS drafting
• Integration of capabilities across multi-platform acquisition timelines
• AFROC coordination and IPT participation

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, and government acquisition tools
• Experience with EVM systems, IMS development, and OEM scheduling tools
• Strong technical writing and executive briefing capability
• Knowledge of Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) tools
• Experience facilitating cross-enterprise and interagency collaboration