Subject Matter Expert; DoD

The Lockwood Group

The Lockwood Group is a Global Professional Services Provider established with a purpose to deliver Mission Readiness service and solution to the Department of Defense and Federal Government. Our culture is built upon a Mission Readiness vision and our six core values. We believe in customer centric service delivery with intent to uncover, understand, and solve the underlying problems of the true end customers for our services – the military (the soldier, airman, seaman and Marine) and federal service professionals.

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Purpose:

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The Mission Readiness Continuity Program (MRCP) provides a structured pathway for retiring Government SMEs to transition into roles where their expertise continues to drive sustainment, modernization, and logistics outcomes. This program prevents the loss of critical institutional knowledge, strengthening Army mission readiness while offering SMEs an opportunity to apply their experience in delivering measurable impact beyond public service.

The Lockwood Group is seeking highly experienced Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) with deep expertise in engineering, logistics, program management, contracts, technical operations, or training within the Department of Defense (DoD). This role is ideal for individuals transitioning from government service who are looking to continue their mission impact by ensuring warfighter readiness, system sustainment, and operational effectiveness through direct contributions to DoD programs.

As a SME, you will apply your expertise to drive mission-focused, outcome-based solutions that enhance sustainment strategies, optimize program execution, and improve readiness across DoD initiatives.

• Provide expert-level engineering, logistics, program management, contracts, and technical insight to optimize sustainment, modernization, and mission readiness efforts.
• Develop and implement supply chain, acquisition planning, and lifecycle management strategies that improve operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Support DoD contracts by advising on policy, acquisition strategy, and operational requirements to drive measurable program improvements.
• Conduct gap analysis, process optimization, and risk mitigation efforts to enhance system sustainment and lifecycle performance.
• Collaborate with military and civilian stakeholders to develop training programs, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and best practices that reinforce knowledge continuity and workforce readiness.
• Prepare and deliver high-level briefings, white papers, and reports that inform DoD leadership on sustainment strategies, program effectiveness, and operational enhancements.
• Ensure full compliance with DoD regulations, policies, and security protocols, leveraging industry best practices to strengthen mission execution.

• Retiring or recently retired from a government position within the DoD (military or civilian).
• 10+ years of experience in engineering, logistics, program/project management, contracts, or technical operations supporting DoD sustainment and modernization efforts.
• Deep understanding of DoD acquisition, sustainment policies, and operational frameworks, with a focus on real-world mission impact.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience briefing senior DoD leaders.
• Experience supporting government contracts, defense programs, and military operations, with a focus on execution, sustainment, and performance-driven outcomes.

The Mission Readiness Continuity Program (MRCP) ensures that the institutional knowledge of retiring DoD professionals remains a driving force behind warfighter sustainment, modernization, and logistics excellence. Through this initiative, SMEs will continue their legacy of service, applying their expertise to solve real-world challenges and advance mission readiness for the Army.

The Lockwood Group offers a competitive benefits package, including Paid Time Off, medical, dental, and vision…