609 Independent Specialist jobs in the United States

Threat Tec, LLC, a rapidly growing Veteran-Owned Business, is the leader of Operational Environment (OE) replication and Threat Emulation/Wargaming solutions. Threat Tec brings innovative thinking and extensive experience to complex challenges for public and private sector customers. We work alongside our nation's defenders, developing solutions that drive success and protect our future. Join a team that is embodied by an unwavering commitment to professionalism, honesty, and innovation.

Job Description:

As a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the RS3 UAS Contract, you will bring specialized expertise to support the development, implementation, and execution of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) projects. This highly specialized role requires a deep understanding and advanced knowledge of acquisition, logistics, and/or technological areas specific to the contract's requirements. You will provide expert-level guidance and contribute to the technical and strategic direction of projects, ensuring that all tasks are completed to the highest standards. A Secret Clearance is required to ensure secure operations within the contract's parameters.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Must meet DoD -M IAT II requirements.
• An advanced degree (Master's or Doctorate) in a technical, business, or management area, or a Bachelor's degree in an engineering or technical field from an accredited college or university.
• Alternatively, 15 or more years of defense/industrial or acquisition experience in the relevant field of expertise.
• Must possess unique capabilities or experience not available under basic labor categories specified in Section B of the contract.

• Provide expert-level support and guidance in acquisition, logistics, and/or technological functions related to the RS3 UAS Contract.
• Contribute specialized knowledge and insights to enhance the success of UAS projects and support decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, scientists, and managers to address complex technical challenges and ensure project success.
• Serve as a key advisor and leader within the team, mentoring junior staff and providing strategic direction.
• Apply advanced knowledge to solve unique challenges and provide critical inputs to mission-related tasks.

• Extensive expertise in the specialized functional tasks related to UAS acquisition, logistics, or technology.
• Advanced degree in a relevant technical, business, or management area, or extensive defense/industrial acquisition experience (15+ years).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, provide leadership, and influence decision-making at the strategic level.
• Active DoD -M IAT II certification preferred.
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain a Secret Clearance.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Luminance, the pioneer of Legal-Grade™ AI for enterprise. Backed by internationally renowned VCs and named in both the Forbes AI 50 list of ‘Most Promising Private AI Companies in the World’ and Inc. 5000’s ‘Fastest Growing Companies in America’, Luminance is disrupting the legal profession around the globe.

World-leading AI company, Luminance, is looking for Subject Matter Experts in its New York office. Off the back of a $75 million Series C funding round and 6x ARR growth in the last two years, this is a fantastic opportunity to join the leadership team of a fast-growing AI company that is transforming the legal industry.

As a Subject Matter Expert, you will be looking to use your legal background to accelerate your career in a new direction. The role will be varied, sitting at the intersection between the product, our customers and the market:

• Working closely with Luminance’s customer base - which includes blue-chip organisations such as DHL, AMD and LG - to ensure maximum value from the technology and drive a first-class customer experience
• Helping shape the future of ground-breaking product innovation for its 700+ global customers;s
• Be a Luminance ambassador and evangelist, speaking on the company’s behalf at industry conferences and other public forums;
• A strategic partner to the leadership team;
• And much more

Requirements

• Legal knowledge is a must – qualified lawyers are strongly favoured
• A self starter, able to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Able to act as a representative of the company’s leadership team in strategic customer and/or partner relationships, as well as in public settings such as industry events
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster strong customer relationships and develop an in-depth knowledge of the product to meet individual business requirements
• Able to manage multiple projects, adhere to timelines, adapt to shifting priorities, all with an attention to detail and eye for what moves the needle
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft and communicate clear, concise, and compelling narratives
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree with a GPA of 3.4 or above (US) or 2:1 and above

Overview

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

A leader in cutting-edge research and technology in the cyber arena, CPMG focuses on using business drivers to guide cybersecurity activities and manage risk. CPMG offers flexible, integrative solutions for Department of Defense (DoD) contractors, among others, and specializes in cybersecurity, information and operational technology, electronic security surveillance, and support services.

Summary:

Goldbelt CP Marine is seeking a Subject Matter Expert to support the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) in Norfolk, VA.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions, ensuring technical and operational excellence.
• Review, analyze, and interpret complex data, reports, or industry regulations, providing insights and actionable recommendations.
• Assist in the development of training materials, procedures, and guidelines related to the specific subject area.
• Act as a key point of contact for addressing questions and resolving issues related to the subject matter.
• Conduct research and stay updated on the latest trends, tools, and best practices in the industry to provide accurate and up-to-date advice.
• Contribute to proposal development, business strategies, and other client-facing activities by providing expert input.
• Support the project lifecycle by reviewing designs, plans, and deliverables for quality and consistency with established guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to solve complex problems and recommend effective solutions.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in relevant software, tools, and methodologies related to the subject matter.

• Bachelor's degree
• A professional license or certification
• At least 15 years of unique specialized expertise or advisory level experience in executive/policy analysis and decision making in the specialized field of the work to be performed.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Must be a US citizen.

• Possesses unique capability or experience not available under basic labor categories
• Serves as technical resource for questions regarding area of expertise such as systems, processes, logistics, aircraft and/or skill set
• Specific duties will vary depending on area of specialization, but may include tasks such as planning and scheduling, troubleshooting and repair, or database administration
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Certification relevant to the field of expertise or other appropriate specific field related documenting credentials required
• BS - Desired
• BS degree in an engineering or technical field from an accredited college or university preferred

• 10 Years required
• 15 or more years of defense/industrial or acquisition experience in the field of expertise desired

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration.

We have an exciting opportunity for a GN&C Subject Matter Expert to join our ESSCA contract team at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, AL .

If selected you will:

• Develop and/or oversee the development, verification, and validation of launch vehicle, spacecraft, and lander control systems.
• Model, develop, simulate, and analyze launch vehicle, spacecraft, and lander control system performance and stability including during touchdown.
• Interface with HLS partners to seek understanding of their design/test data and potentially participate in partners' tests.
• Periodically analyze HLS partner' flight data and present findings to NASA management.
• Mentor junior engineers in conducting control system modeling, simulation, and analysis.
• Resolve complex problems pertaining to the design, development, analysis, integration, evaluation, testing, and verification of control systems and 6-DoF models and simulations.
• Develop, modify, maintain, and improve software simulations, tools, and scripts.
• Configure, conduct, and analyze 6-DoF Monte Carlo simulations.
• Conduct trades studies and/or sensitivity analyses related to launch vehicles and spacecraft control.
• Create, edit, and debug software written in MATLAB, Simulink, and Simscape.
• Prepare and present technical reports and/or briefings including visualization of results.
• Create and review engineering and software documentation.

Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field is required. Degree from an ABET-accredited university is preferred. Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of a Ph.D., with a minimum 14 years of experience, Masters with at least 18 years of experience, or BS with at least 20 years of experience.
• Design and development of flight control systems (PID, state space, etc.) and actuator allocation (manual jet selection, quadratic programming, pseudo inverse, etc.) including TVC and RCS/Phase plane.
• Analyzing system performance in the time and frequency domain (Nichols, Bode, Nyquist, Root Locus, etc.) using parametric, Monte Carlo, and statistical techniques.
• Proficiency modeling, simulating, and analyzing the performance of launch vehicles, spacecraft, and landers.
• Modeling of one or more spacecraft components/subsystems including Thrust Vector Control (TVC) actuators, Reaction Control System (RCS) thrusters, slosh, pogo, rigid and/or flexible body dynamics, and/or sensors.
• Ability to derive multi-body spacecraft dynamics equations of motion, including both nonlinear equations and linear state equations and integrate subsystem models into larger simulations.
• Programming in MATLAB, Simulink, Simscape, and C/C++.
• Experience performing software development, verification, and validation.
• Experience performing trade studies, sensitivity, and/or Monte Carlo simulation and analyses related to the control of launch vehicles and/or spacecraft.
• Must be detail oriented and self-motivated that can work independently taking projects from start to finish without much oversight.
• Must also be able to work collaboratively with other team members both locally and remote at other facilities or vendors.
• Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Programming in other languages such as Python.
• Familiarity with and an understanding of trajectory and orbital dynamics.
• Experience with creating animations/visualization from results of 3-DoF/6-DoF simulations using tools such as Unreal Engine, Satellite Tool Kit (STK), etc.
• Model based design.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Positive work-life balance
• 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Generous PTO
• 401k after 12 months of service with employer match
• Education assistance
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines.

US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.

Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Overview

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

A leader in cutting-edge research and technology in the cyber arena, CPMG focuses on using business drivers to guide cybersecurity activities and manage risk. CPMG offers flexible, integrative solutions for Department of Defense (DoD) contractors, among others, and specializes in cybersecurity, information and operational technology, electronic security surveillance, and support services.

Summary:

Goldbelt CP Marine is seeking a Subject Matter Expert to support the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) in Norfolk, VA.

Essential Job Functions:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions, ensuring technical and operational excellence.
• Review, analyze, and interpret complex data, reports, or industry regulations, providing insights and actionable recommendations.
• Assist in the development of training materials, procedures, and guidelines related to the specific subject area.
• Act as a key point of contact for addressing questions and resolving issues related to the subject matter.
• Conduct research and stay updated on the latest trends, tools, and best practices in the industry to provide accurate and up-to-date advice.
• Contribute to proposal development, business strategies, and other client-facing activities by providing expert input.
• Support the project lifecycle by reviewing designs, plans, and deliverables for quality and consistency with established guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to solve complex problems and recommend effective solutions.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in relevant software, tools, and methodologies related to the subject matter.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• A professional license or certification
• At least 15 years of unique specialized expertise or advisory level experience in executive/policy analysis and decision making in the specialized field of the work to be performed.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Must be a US citizen.

Pay and Benefits
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

The Subject Matter Expert analyzes and presents project status, deliberate transformation objectives and long-range plans, and program accomplishments in relation to program objectives, budgetary constraints, schedules, technical requirements, and risk for the Army Futures Command (AFC) All-Domain Sensing (ADS) Cross-Functional Team (CFT).

• · Analyze affordability and planning for unique technologies, modifications, and integration guidance for design reviews, milestone reviews, program reviews, program strategy evolution and modernization reviews, and system unique reviews.
• · Collaborate with respective technology leads and program managers to develop technical assessments, briefings, input, and recommendations.
• · Assess and analyze program management planning, programming, cost, schedule, and Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) management for the purpose of verifying that the required level of resources for development, production and deployment is properly managed, controlled, and planned. Develop recommendation strategies to mitigate resource deficiencies. Analyze schedules and costs to develop recommendations on the development of CFT prototype efforts to support the President’s budget, Budget Estimate Submission (BES), and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) requirements.
• · Develop recommendation strategies to mitigate resource deficiencies. Analyze schedules and costs to develop recommendations on the development of CFT prototype efforts to support the President’s budget, Budget Estimate Submission (BES), and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) requirements.
• · Coordinate human resources support activities with the Army Human Resource Command (AHRC), HQDA, Program Executive Office (PEO)-Soldier, Army Futures Command Headquarters (AFC HQ), and other relevant Government organizations. Proactively recommend and communicate the tasks, approvals, and deadlines needed to conduct human resources support in a timely manner.

Required:

• · Bachelor's degree with experience of 5 or more years in these fields.
• · Experience in Operations Support tasks that interface at the Major Command level (e.g., staff for three- and four-star flag officers), DoD agencies, political appointees and members of Congress.
• · Requires eligibility for Secret clearance.

Integral partners with federal defense, intelligence, and civilian leaders to tackle their most important challenges and deliver positive outcomes. Since our founding in 1998, we have helped clients leverage existing and emerging technologies to transform their enterprises, empower growth, drive innovation, and build sustainable success. The forward-leaning solutions we deliver are tailored to each mission with a focus on keeping our nation safe and secure.

Integral is headquartered in McLean, VA and serves clients throughout the country.

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package including paid parental leave and immediate vesting in our 401(k). Give us a try and become part of a curated group of professionals at Integral Federal!

Our package also includes:

· Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

· Flexible Spending Accounts

· Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

· Life Insurance

· Paid Time Off & Holidays

· Earned Bonuses & Awards

· Professional Training Reimbursement

· Paid Parking

· Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions, ensuring technical and operational excellence.
• Review, analyze, and interpret complex data, reports, or industry regulations, providing insights and actionable recommendations.
• Assist in the development of training materials, procedures, and guidelines related to the specific subject area.
• Act as a key point of contact for addressing questions and resolving issues related to the subject matter.
• Conduct research and stay updated on the latest trends, tools, and best practices in the industry to provide accurate and up-to-date advice.
• Contribute to proposal development, business strategies, and other client-facing activities by providing expert input.
• Support the project lifecycle by reviewing designs, plans, and deliverables for quality and consistency with established guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to solve complex problems and recommend effective solutions.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in relevant software, tools, and methodologies related to the subject matter.

• Bachelor's degree
• A professional license or certification
• At least 15 years of unique specialized expertise or advisory level experience in executive/policy analysis and decision making in the specialized field of the work to be performed.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Must be a US citizen.

Foreign Resource Development Associates, LLC (FRDA) is a privately held Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Arlington, VA. FRDA's team of dedicated employees and affiliates deliver mission-relevant management and leadership experience garnered from distinguished service at the national level. We offer an exceptional benefits package for our employees which has gained industry recognition as being "Best in Class".

Job Purpose: Assist with the development, oversight and assessment of DoD plans, programs, and policies.

Reasonable Accommodations: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. FRDA, LLC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, FRDA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, employees and applicants should contact Human Resources.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop presentations, conduct research, write reports, provide responses and review tasks regarding Department of Defense plans and programs.
• Conduct assessments of DoD plans and programs to identify effectiveness against strategic goals and objectives.
• Provide expertise to senior military and government leaders including technical knowledge, policy interpretation, cross-functional facilitation and coaching.
• Facilitate the coordination of plans, programs and policies with senior intra-departmental leaders and stakeholders.
• Create and maintain continuity documents to include standard operating procedures, workflows, task trackers, and checklists.
• Interact with senior leadership within US Department of Defense and other US Government Departments and Agencies.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional publications.
• Represent FRDA in a positive and professional fashion with both internal and external customers.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Top-Secret Security clearance with SCI eligibility
• Minimum 10 years DoD policy and operational knowledge and experience
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

• Proficient in MacOS, Microsoft Office, and various office equipment with demonstrated ability to learn new software systems
• Superior written and verbal communication skills; able to concisely explain complex ideas and concepts
• Professional demeanor with strong organizational, analytical, communication and problem-solving skills
• High ethical standards