Blue Sky Innovators · 16 hours ago
Subject Matter Expert (SME)-SCO SETA, Top Secret Clearance
Chantilly, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expBlue Sky Innovators is seeking a highly skilled and mission-driven Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join their team as SETA Support for the OUSD(R&E) Strategic Capabilities Office. The role involves providing critical support to Program Managers across various technical and operational domains, facilitating discussions, and offering expert-level guidance to senior Department of Defense decision-makers.
AerospaceElectronics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day support to DARPA PMs in planning, executing, and managing advanced R&D programs
Assist in the development and review of technical proposals, white papers, and program documentation
Coordinate and facilitate program meetings, briefings, and technical interchange events
Support front office operations, including correspondence, and stakeholder engagement
Track program budgets, funding allocations, and contract deliverables
Conduct market research and technology assessments to inform program strategy
Liaise with performers, government stakeholders, and contracting officers
Prepare reports, presentations, and decision-support materials for senior leadership
Ensure compliance with DARPA policies, security protocols, and acquisition regulations
Support the analysis, development, and prioritization of future warfighting capabilities
Lead technical discussions and collaborate with experts across the Department of Defense
Offer strategic insights and recommendations to align technology investments with operational needs
Work closely with high-level DoD decision-makers, delivering comprehensive assessments and support for strategic initiatives
Lead and contribute to meetings, briefings, and other engagements with senior military leaders, ensuring strategic alignment across multiple programs of record
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience, with demonstrated expertise in defense and military technology
Top Secret Security Clearance (SCI eligibility with Poly preferred)
Bachelor's degree
Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-tempo environment
Preferred
Master's Degree
Proven track record of supporting high-level decision-making within the DoD or other defense agencies
Experience in technical leadership, strategy development, and future capabilities planning
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical information to senior military and civilian leadership
Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes, BAA lifecycle, and program execution
Company
Blue Sky Innovators
Blue Sky Innovators is a technology company in DoD and IC.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Tim Tkacz
Chief Executive Officer
Scott Van Cleave
EVP (Prior CFO)
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