Subject Matter Expert - Engineer

Overview

QED Systems, LLC, is currently recruiting for a Subject Matter Expert Engineer to join our team at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD to support our C5

ISR Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Division contract.

• Provide analytical and coordination support for cost, schedule, and performance management.
• Assist with the establishment of objectives and requirements.
• Support project and technical status reviews with government leads, laboratories, and engineering teams to enhance cross-organizational coordination and prioritization
• Facilitate technical readiness transitions by coordinating with appropriate internal and external teams/offices.
• Partner with analysts to evaluate fund obligations and disbursements, ensuring accountability and alignment with project goals.
• Provide technical and analytical support to engineers and stakeholders by integrating technical inputs and feedback to inform technology maturation and planning.
• Support development and execution of evaluation strategies and test plans for RTI PNT technologies in lab and operational environments.
• Analyze and document test results, lessons learned, and performance metrics to support risk reduction, technical decision-making, and system improvement efforts.
• Review/oversee the preparation of all related documentation.
• Prepare and deliver technical, financial, and programmatic status reports, briefings, and decision-support artifacts for government leadership to support RDT&E execution and stakeholder communication.
• Monitor outside resources.
• Coordinate, review and supervise work of assigned staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Detail-oriented with technical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Experience supporting test planning, evaluation activities, or analysis of technical performance data.
• Familiarity with Army C5
  
  ISR systems, technologies, or mission areas (e.g., networks, sensors, EW, mission command), preferred.
• Understanding of DoD acquisition processes and technology transition pathways (e.g., RDT&E to Programs of Record), preferred.

• ACTIVE CLEARANCE LEVEL
  
  REQUIRED:
  
  Secret

• High School diploma/GED required.
• At least ten (10) years of experience or military experience E6 and up required.

Less than 10 % travel is expected for this position. Travel may include continental United States and outside continental United States locations.

This position may be performed in a variety of locations, including but not limited to, commercial and/or government offices, test and integration labs, government facilities and depots, and test & evaluation and proving grounds.

• Be independently mobile.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and customers.
• Withstand prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and computer use.
• Climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
• Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as glasses/goggles (eyes), ear plugs/muffs (hearing), hard hats, and breathing respirators/masks.

Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a full‑time position, Monday through Friday. Flexibility around core hours. Travel may occur outside of normal core hours.

Please note this job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Assigned tasks may vary, with or without prior notice, to effectively meet client requirements.

QED offers a competitive compensation package for full-time employees. Our total compensation package is value-based and negotiable depending upon the candidate’s specific skills and applicable relevant experience.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Additional Benefits

Estimated Salary Range: $ - $, annually. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. This represents the typical range for fully qualified candidates for this position based on experience, geographic location, and other factors. The final offer amount may vary.

QED Systems, LLC 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.

QED Systems, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer – Minority/Disabled/Veteran/Female