ARA · 2 days ago
Subject Matter Expert – Critical Technology Areas
Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking to hire a Subject Matter Expert for their Mission Concepts and Capabilities Division. The role involves supporting critical technology areas for the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War, including developing roadmaps, strategy documents, and coordinating with various stakeholders to advance priorities and objectives.
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Responsibilities
Developing roadmaps for critical technologies or related areas
Identifying opportunities to conduct short-term sprints that deliver capabilities
Developing strategy documents
Developing strategic implementation plans
Coordinating with Service and interagency SMEs to cultivate productive partnerships that advance OASW(CT) priorities and objectives
Qualification
Required
BS degree in scientific or technical discipline from an accredited institution and 15 years of experience or MS degree in a relevant discipline and 10 years of experience
Current DoW TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility
Experience with one or more of the following: artificial intelligence, directed energy, communication and sensing technologies, precision navigation, electronic warfare, hypersonics, biomanufacturing, and/or contested logistics
Experience developing and transitioning technology
Experience developing roadmaps
Experience preparing presentations for, and presenting reports to senior leaders
Experience in interfacing, communicating, and collaborating with government personnel at senior levels
Preferred
20+ years of relevant experience
Master's degree from an accredited institution
Experience supporting the Office of the Secretary of War and Critical Technology Areas (CTAs)
Benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Company
ARA
ARA provides research, engineering, and technical support services.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$12MKey Investors
Engineer Research and Development Center
2023-03-16Grant· $12M
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