Job Description
Job Description
Subject Matter Expert – Mapping, Charting, & Geodesy
The Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides technical and programmatic expertise across multiple MC&G mission domains. These include :
- Earth sciences and geospatial modeling (e.g., geodetic frameworks, gravity and magnetic field models, and elevation data)
- Safety of navigation in maritime and aeronautical environments
- Land-based navigation support (including geographic names, topographic mapping, and socio-cultural geography)
- Integration and dissemination of geospatial content
Key Responsibilities :
Facilitate cross-branch coordination within the MC&G portfolio to support leadership prioritiesProvide program and technical management support for interagency contractsAnalyze internal policies and leadership decisions impacting MC&G operationsEvaluate and report on special topics and initiatives relevant to leadership prioritiesCoordinate outreach and engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including other directorates, interagency partners, and mission ownersSupport program management functions, including oversight of cost, schedule, performance, risk, and complianceReview contract deliverables, assist with subcontracting activities, and support negotiation efforts through technical evaluationsAssist in preparing contractual documentation such as SOWs, funding documents, and engineering change proposalsContribute to acquisition lifecycle activities and planning processes including POM, budget execution, and roadmap developmentConduct assessments on programmatic and operational challenges; lead the resolution of cross-cutting issuesMonitor and assess contractual and financial performance, including invoice validation and fund trackingMaintain compliance with policies, procedures, and standards through regular reviews and analysisIdentify risks and opportunities and track ongoing program metrics and reporting requirementsPrepare and deliver briefings, reports, and other communications as neededSupport mission enhancement initiatives by analyzing alternatives and supporting engineering assessmentsDay-to-Day Activities May Include :
Planning and implementing process improvements and optimization strategiesAddressing multi-contract issues and cross-organizational challengesProviding expert input to interagency working groups in relevant foundational geospatial areasSupporting timely response to taskings that impact the MC&G domainAssisting with funding allocation strategies and tracking executionDocumenting and reporting weekly activities and technical challengesResearching and summarizing background information on mission-relevant topicsRequired Qualifications :
Minimum of 5 years of experience in MC&G mission areas, or 10 years within the geospatial or defense intelligence communitiesBachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Geography, Geodetic Sciences, GIS, or related STEM fieldAt least 2 years of experience applying systems engineering principles and implementation planning across complex systemsAt least 2 years of experience in programmatic or technical roles within large IT organizations (≥$100M budget and / or ≥100 staff)Preferred Qualifications :
Master’s degree in a relevant STEM or geospatial disciplineExperience in managing geospatial product lifecycle and dissemination within large programsFamiliarity with acquisition processes within defense or intelligence communitiesSecurity Clearance Requirement :
Active TS / SCI clearance required