Subject Matter Expert Manager I

CACI International Inc

Subject Matter Expert (SME) Manager I providing executive-level leadership in defense modeling and simulation programs for the U.S. Army.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeHawaii, Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $95,500 - $210,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex defense modeling and simulation programs, with a strong focus on strategic policy formulation, cost performance management, and compliance with federal regulations. Proven ability to manage large teams and coordinate operations effectively in mission-critical environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Executive LeadershipModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)Cost Performance ManagementActive TS/SCI ClearanceExperience with eCRAFT Enterprise

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Hard Skills

Defense Modeling and SimulationCost Performance Management SystemsTechnical Direction Management Plans (TDMPs)Systems Engineering PrinciplesLive, Virtual, Constructive (LVC) EnvironmentsContractor Manpower Reporting (CMR)Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)Strategic Policy FormulationFinancial Systems Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam ManagementEffective CommunicationStrategic PlanningQuality Control

Tools & Technologies

ECRAFT Enterprise

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Technical FieldMaster's Degree or Ph.D. (Desired)

Industry Keywords

C5ISRDEVCOMINDOPACOMCombatant CommandsNational Security Programs

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide executive-level leadership for complex defense modeling and simulation programs.
Serve as a principal authority responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating operations.
Formulate strategic policies and manage daily operations at scale.
Provide expert oversight for mission-critical national security programs.
Manage through subordinate supervisors and lead large, geographically distributed teams.
Oversee preparation of Technical Direction Management Plans (TDMPs), monthly status reports, and quarterly program reviews.
Manage cost performance and financial systems including eCRAFT Enterprise utilization and funds/man-hours reporting.
Serve as single point of authority for Government leadership while coordinating with ESI Directorate.
Direct personnel management and workforce operations.
Maintain effective Quality Control (QC) program ensuring services comply with PWS requirements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or higher in technical field (Computer, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Chemistry, Mathematics, Operations Research, Physics and all other engineering majors), Environmental Engineering, Architectural, Civil, Meteorology/ Atmospheric Sciences.
10 years of experience
15 years relevant experience in lieu of degree
Active TS/SCI clearance
Desired: Master's Degree or Ph.D. is highly valued.
Experience with Army or DoD modeling and simulation programs
Familiarity with systems engineering principles and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
Experience supporting C5ISR or DEVCOM programs
Experience with Live, Virtual, Constructive (LVC) environments
Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
Experience with eCRAFT Enterprise system for cost reporting
Strong knowledge of cost performance management systems
Experience with Contractor Manpower Reporting (CMR) requirements
Experience supporting INDOPACOM or other Combatant Commands

Benefits

Comp & perks

healthcare
wellness
financial
retirement
family support
continuing education
time off benefits