**Koniag Emerging Technology,** a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Technical SME V with an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility to support KET and our government customer in Adelphi, MD. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. Koniag Emerging Technologies (KET) is seeking a highly skilled Technical SME V to join our team in support of an Army customer. This role will focus on Test & Field Management for Specialized Mobile Communications projects. The successful candidate will provide subject matter expertise in DoD Test and Measurement (T&M) strategy, policy, and procedures. This position requires an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and offers an opportunity to work on critical defense programs. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits and growth opportunities within our organization. **Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:** The Technical SME V will be responsible for providing expert-level support in test and field management for Army programs. Principal responsibilities include: + Deliver subject matter expertise relating to identification, development, and implementation of DoD Test and Measurement (T&M) strategy, policy, practices, and procedures + Develop integrated program strategies that include test schedules, analysis development, test development, policies, practices, and procedures for Specialized Mobile Communications projects + Analyze program effectiveness and identify critical areas and anticipated cost/budget impacts of changes in test resources and requirements throughout all life-cycle phases + Provide Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) services including analysis of integrator and software documentation plans + Report on integrator and software vendors' schedule/progress, budget, and other performance metrics + Support preparation, approval, and submission of all test-related documentation including Key Performance Parameters leading to Review Board certification and milestone approval + Support development and coordination of minutes with project members and maintain documentation library + Conduct Test and Evaluation Research development to support operational tests and evaluate test data collection and analysis + Coordinate and conduct test readiness reviews to provide recommendations to the COR + Develop, coordinate and provide test input/slides for all Milestone briefings, charts, documentation, and program updates + Prepare and submit monthly Integrated Program Status Reports to the COR **Education and Experience:** **Required:** + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field + 10+ years of experience with DoD Test and Evaluation processes and procedures + Minimum 8 years of experience providing test management support to DoD programs + Demonstrated experience in specialized mobile communications testing + Experience with Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) methodologies **Required Skills and Competencies:** + Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility + Comprehensive knowledge of DoD Test and Measurement (T&M) strategies, policies, practices, and procedures + Ability to develop integrated program strategies for complex technical projects + Expertise in test schedule development and management + Strong analytical capabilities to evaluate program effectiveness and identify critical areas + Experience with Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) services + Proficiency in preparing and submitting test-related documentation + Knowledge of Key Performance Parameters and Critical Technical Parameters + Ability to support and coordinate test readiness reviews + Experience in conducting Test and Evaluation Research + Strong communication skills for developing briefings, charts, and program updates + Exceptional report writing skills for Integrated Program Status Reports + Ability to work effectively with government personnel and contractors **Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy** The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations. _Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit_ _www.koniag-gs.com_ _._ **_Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352_** **Job Details** **Job Family** **Software and Systems Development** **Job Function** **Software QA Engineer** **Pay Type** **Salary** **Education Level** **Bachelor’s Degree**