Communications/Weapons DataLink pairing Subject Matter Expert; SME-SCO SETA, Top Secret Clearance
Listed on 2026-06-06
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Security
Cybersecurity
Description
Blue Sky Innovators is seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and mission-driven Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to join the team as SETA Support for the OUSD(RandE) Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO). This role offers a unique opportunity to support innovative research and development initiatives to develop warfighter capabilities that shape the future of national security.
Key Responsibilities- Provide day‑to‑day support to PMs in planning, executing, and managing advanced 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 policies, security protocols, and acquisition regulations
- Support the analysis, development, and prioritization of future war fighting capabilities
- Lead technical discussions and collaborate with experts across the Department of War
- Offer strategic insights and recommendations to align technology investments with operational needs
- Work closely with high‑level DoW 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
- Communications/Weapons Data Link pairing
- Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience, with demonstrated expertise in defense and military technology
- Top Secret Security Clearance (SCI eligibility with polygraph preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree
- Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high‑tempo environment
- Communications in war fighting environment
- Master’s Degree
- Experience as a qualified JICO
- Understanding of weapons target pairing
- Tactics / weapons school experience
- Proven track record of supporting high‑level decision‑making within the DoW 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 DoW acquisition processes, BAA lifecycle, and program execution
Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified job seeker with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability.
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