Semiconductor SME
Listed on 2026-02-28
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Engineering
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IT/Tech
Corner Alliance is a dynamic, growing consulting firm that devotes itself to providing an enriching employee experience while working in meaningful ways to create results for the government. We are currently seeking a Semiconductor SME with 25+ years of experience to join our team and fully embrace our commitment to deliver, grow and thrive.
Note:This role is contingent upon award About the Role
As a Semiconductor SME supporting our Federal government client, you will lead technical efforts advancing semiconductor research and development initiatives under the CHIPS Act. You will play a critical role in evaluating emerging research areas, leading technical reviews, and shaping program plans that strengthen the U.S. semiconductor ecosystem and advance innovation.
Key Responsibilities- Lifecycle Support for Broad Agency Announcements (BAA):
Lead or support the full CHIPS BAA lifecycle, including requirements development, solicitation refinement, technical evaluations, synthesis of reviewer feedback, preparation of funding recommendations, and post‑award monitoring of awardee organizations - Technical Expertise in Emerging Areas:
Apply deep subject matter expertise to evaluate emerging research focus areas and technology trends aligned with CRDO priorities, including:- Semiconductors and advanced microelectronics technologies
- Materials science and lithography
- AI‑enabled semiconductor design
- Quantum applications in microelectronics
- Biotechnology and biomanufacturing applications
- Heterogeneous integration techniques
- Standards development and technology commercialization
- Strategic Program Planning:
Advise leadership on long‑term program strategy, research prioritization, and future funding initiatives. Support development of forward‑looking solicitations that strengthen U.S. semiconductor innovation and competitiveness - Technical Evaluations and Assessments:
Conduct structured evaluations of innovation proposals and research concepts, assess feasibility and technical risk, and provide clear, defensible recommendations to inform funding decisions - Research and Technology Landscape Analysis:
Monitor advancements across AI, quantum, biotechnology, and commercialization domains to identify high‑impact research opportunities and emerging capability gaps - Commercialization and Transition Strategy:
Provide technical insight into pathways from research to scalable commercial solutions, identifying barriers to adoption and recommending strategies to accelerate transition within the semiconductor ecosystem - Standards Development and Ecosystem Engagement:
Collaborate with industry, academia, and government stakeholders to identify standards gaps and strengthen national and international alignment in advanced microelectronics technologies - Cross‑Sector
Collaboration:
Engage researchers, awardees, technical experts, and program stakeholders to define focus areas, address technical challenges, and ensure alignment with program objectives - Program Advocacy and Executive Support:
Support leadership communications through development of technical briefings, decision memoranda, and stakeholder materials that clearly articulate program priorities, risks, and impact - Carry out our Commitments to Deliver, Grow, and Thrive
You will work as part of a dynamic team remotely in metro-accessible Washington, DC;
Reston, VA;
Arlington, VA or Boulder, CO. You will work at the client site dependent on contract requirements.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Materials Science, Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technology, Biotechnology, or a related technical field
- Advanced Degree (Master’s or PhD) in the same or related field is preferred
- 25+ years of technical experience in R&D, applied research, or innovation strategy, preferably related to semiconductors, microelectronics, or heterogeneous integration techniques
- Demonstrated experience supporting strategic program planning and lifecycle management of Broad Agency Announcements, including technical evaluations and monitoring awardee performance
- Expertise in semiconductor ecosystem areas, including materials science, lithography, and AI‑enabled design,…
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