Navy Technology Transition Subject Matter Expert (Sme)

CFD Research Corporation is seeking a Navy Technology Transition Subject Matter Expert (SME) who will facilitate the transition of priority demonstrated joint capabilities to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and other partners through persistent, proactive stakeholder engagement in order to close time-critical gaps in high-priority, multi-component warfighting missions.
As the Navy Technology Transition SME, you will facilitate the transition of priority demonstrated joint capabilities to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and other partners through persistent, proactive stakeholder engagement in order to close time-critical gaps in high-priority, multi-component warfighting missions.
Daily work directly supports the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Mission Capabilities (ASD(MC)) within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)).
Primary responsibilities are to:

• Advise the Military Services, Joint Staff, and OSD stakeholders on strategies for successfully transitioning technologies from prototypes and joint experimentation activities to Service programs of record.
• Provide subject-Matter Expertise related to Service-specific acquisition and innovation pathways.
• Collaborate with stakeholders through decision-making forums (e.g., DMAG, Issue Team, JROC, etc.) to facilitate Technology Transition activities.
• Proactively engage and provide support to stakeholders in developing, maintaining, and executing Technology Transition plans.
• Maintain liaison with OSD CAPE and OUSD(A&S) for Issue Team coordination and other transition-related issues (Competitive Acquisition Pathway, Strategic Portfolio Reviews, etc).
• Prepare and deliver status reports to Congress and senior DoD leadership.

Required Experience:

• At least 20 years of experience supporting the DoD and/or IC.
• Subject-Matter Expertise in overcoming systemic Technology Transition challenges associated with the DoD acquisition "Valley of Death."
• Demonstrated record of successfully transitioning technologies from prototypes and joint experimentation activities to Service programs of record.
• Program management experience leading a $50M+ technology development, design, manufacturing, integration, or test program; or leader of a portfolio of technology development programs.
• Expert knowledge of DoD and Service-specific acquisition and innovation pathways.
• Must be highly organized with strong attention to detail.

Desired Experience:

• Recent experience working with DoD and/or IC organizations associated with capability development such DARPA, SCO, ONR, NRL, AFRL, ARL, DIU, In-Q-Tel, DAF RCO, Space RCO, Navy RCO, or Army RCCTO.
• OSD, Joint Staff, and/or Service Staff experience.
• Self-starter, able to take initiative and operate independently.
• Executive presence with highly effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop high-quality, professional briefings and written reports to succinctly capture technical concepts for senior DoD leadership and Congress.

Education Requirement:

• Bachelor's degree required.

Clearance Requirements:

• Active TOP SECRET clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (SCI) and Special Access Programs (SAP).
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

Location: Work locations are based in the DC metropolitan area.
About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has been a technology leader in engineering simulations and innovative designs. CFD Research has worked with government agencies, businesses, and academia to provide innovative solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. CFD Research's impressive three-year growth rate was high enough to recognize the company in the Inc. Magazine's 5000 for the second year in a row.
Benefits: CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. We offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.
CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories