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 priorities · Provide program and technical management support for interagency contracts · Analyze internal policies and leadership decisions impacting MC&G operations · Evaluate and report on special topics and initiatives relevant to leadership priorities · Coordinate outreach and engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including other directorates, interagency partners, and mission owners · Support program management functions, including oversight of cost, schedule, performance, risk, and compliance · Review contract deliverables, assist with subcontracting activities, and support negotiation efforts through technical evaluations · Assist in preparing contractual documentation such as SOWs, funding documents, and engineering change proposals · Contribute to acquisition lifecycle activities and planning processes including POM, budget execution, and roadmap development · Conduct assessments on programmatic and operational challenges; lead the resolution of cross-cutting issues · Monitor and assess contractual and financial performance, including invoice validation and fund tracking · Maintain compliance with policies, procedures, and standards through regular reviews and analysis · Identify risks and opportunities and track ongoing program metrics and reporting requirements · Prepare and deliver briefings, reports, and other communications as needed · Support mission enhancement initiatives by analyzing alternatives and supporting engineering assessments Day-to-Day Activities May Include: · Planning and implementing process improvements and optimization strategies · Addressing multi-contract issues and cross-organizational challenges · Providing expert input to interagency working groups in relevant foundational geospatial areas · Supporting timely response to taskings that impact the MC&G domain · Assisting with funding allocation strategies and tracking execution · Documenting and reporting weekly activities and technical challenges · Researching and summarizing background information on mission-relevant topics Required Qualifications: · Minimum of 5 years of experience in MC&G mission areas, or 10 years within the geospatial or defense intelligence communities · Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Geography, Geodetic Sciences, GIS, or related STEM field · At least 2 years of experience applying systems engineering principles and implementation planning across complex systems · At 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 discipline · Experience in managing geospatial product lifecycle and dissemination within large programs · Familiarity with acquisition processes within defense or intelligence communities Security Clearance Requirement: · Active TS/SCI clearance required