Computing; HPC Subject Matter Expert; SME

Overview

This position is currently projected to be 30 hours per week, but could be flexible to 20 hours per week. High Performance Computing (HPC) Subject Matter Expert (SME) supports mission-critical initiatives and enables the growth of the business as an HPC SME  will be an integral part of how GDIT ensures the safety and security of our nation. You will provide data analysis and expert recommendations to advance utilization of HPC resources while supporting the High Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP).

As an HPC SME, you will join a team of engineers and computational scientists focused on building collaborative relationships with the HPC community to understand customer technology needs and challenges. Our team helps solve HPC challenges for DoW scientists and engineers across the Army, Navy and Air Force. The HPCMP PET team provides expert computational support for users of the supercomputing systems within the DoW.

This position serves as a customer-facing presence for the DoW science and technology community, providing SME advice for new initiatives, ongoing projects, and support needs. The position is remote with occasional travel for meetings, and you must be available during core hours in the Eastern Time Zone.

• Provide in-depth technical analysis on the progress of DoW HPCMP High Priority Projects.
• Provide specialized technical subject matter expertise as a member of the New User Support Team.
• Provide the analysis of technical merit and mission impact of new projects each year.
• Ensure all published documentation regarding RM is timely and accurate, and make changes as needed on a regular basis.
• Support the HPCMP by understanding and documenting user requirements and user experiences on DSRC systems.
• Observe, devise, maintain, and recommend performance metrics necessary to gain better technology forecasting, pIE modernization, benchmarking, or current program needs.
• Provide expert advice on the development and analysis of system metrics such as measuring impact, tracking benchmarking and computer speed, beyond current metrics which include utilization, throughput, and expansion factor.
• Provide assistance to the Chief Technology Officer to support the Technology Forecast effort.
• Facilitate between High Performance Computing Advisory Panel members and the HPCMP RM Associate Director as they renew and request new projects.

• Bring initiative and drive for innovation to GDIT.
• Education: PhD (nice to have)
• Required Experience: 20+ years of related HPC experience
• Required Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience analyzing solutions components, understanding systems integration challenges, and identifying technology gaps to reach performance targets; familiarity with commonly used HPC applications and services.
• Security Clearance Level: Secret
• Required
  
  Skills and Abilities:
  
  Ability to work independently on projects, meet schedules, and manage customer expectations; detailed working understanding of HPC and its application to the RDT&E community; ability to clearly present ideas to technical and non-technical users.
• Preferred
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience with data analysis and how data can be utilized to solve customer challenges; ability to build and maintain trust with the team and customer base.
• Location: Remote

GDIT is your place to grow. We offer growth opportunities, internal mobility support, comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay, and paid time off. The company emphasizes flexible work arrangements and a culture of innovation and military-friendly workplace practices.