Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications SME

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications SME at American Systems. Contributing to national defense capabilities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $191,500 - $319,700 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

NC3 systemsresilient communications architecturesstrategic deterrence technologiesmission systems integrationtechnology roadmapsstrategic assessmentstechnical evaluationsrequirements developmenttransition planningPhD in hard science or engineering

Soft Skills

advising senior leadershipcommunicationpresentation skillscoordinationengagement with stakeholdersdecision-making support

Tools & Technologies

RDT&E communitygovernment laboratoriesindustryacademiaFFRDCsUARCsinternational partners

Certifications & Qualifications

TS/SCI clearanceSAP experience

Industry Keywords

Scientific ResearchDevelopmentTest and EvaluationNuclear Command Control and Communicationsinvestment planningemerging capability gaps

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the office leadership as a subject matter expert in NC3 systems, resilient communications architectures, strategic deterrence technologies, and mission systems integration.
Advise senior DoW leadership on strategic direction, technology modernization priorities, and emerging capability gaps relevant to the Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications portfolio.
Develop technology roadmaps, strategic assessments, presentations, and executive-level products to support modernization initiatives and investment planning.
Coordinate and engage with the RDT&E community including government laboratories, industry, academia, FFRDCs, UARCs, and international partners.
Analyze and track technical programs across the Department; assist in technical evaluations, requirements development, and transition planning.
Prepare briefings, reports, white papers, and other business and technical products in support of senior leadership decision-making.

Requirements

What you’ll need

15 years of experience in the Scientific, Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation sector for Industry, Academia, or Government relevant to the technical focus of the applicable office.
PhD in a relevant hard science or engineering discipline (e.g., Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science).
Demonstrated experience supporting the DoW RDT&E community and working with senior technical and acquisition stakeholders.
Must have a current and active TS/SCI clearance; prior SAP experience is highly preferred.
U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

healthcare benefits
paid leave
retirement plans
insurance programs
education and training assistance