Subject Matter Expert IV

Science Applications International Corp

Washington, DC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$200,001–$240,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Aviation Industry, Calibration, Documentation, Emerging Technology, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Forecasting, Government, Information Technology & Information Systems, Laboratory Testing, Mathematical Modeling, Metrics, Operational Measurement, Operations Management, Operations Research, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Reviews, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Professional Services, Risk Management, Simulation, Software Administration, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Training/Teaching Materials, United States Citizen, Work From Home
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
30+ days ago

Subject Matter Expert IV

Job ID: 2614055

Location: Washington, DC, United States

Date Posted: Jun 26, 2026

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Metrics and Data

Schedule: Casual (includes On-Call and Temporary)

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work: Remote

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Job Description

Description

Applies knowledge in a technical field with proficiency in relevant engineering principles and practices. Implements solutions to difficult problems, generates concepts as evidenced by product or process improvement, uses engineering/scientific tools to integrate requirements and solve technical problems. Utilizes tools, techniques, processes and/or facilities such as state-of-the-art simulation environments, laboratories, and test facilities. Participates in engineering team activities in a specialized engineering or technology subject area. Contributes to the technical planning process and provides technical guidance.

Provide FRMS implementation guidance and support to FAA AFS office for the application review process. This will include state-of-the-art behavior modeling, operational fatigue management research and application, and team performance assessment and maximization. The Contractor must comply with the FAA GUIDELINES FOR REVIEWS OF FATIGUE RISK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM APPLICATIONS contained in Attachment A.

The contractor will be required to undertake activities in support of the application of FRMS implementation guidance in areas listed below:

  • Fatigue science training content to AFS staff and others relevant to aviation safety.
  • Fatigue modeling and assessment using the SAFTE-FAST bio mathematical model of sleep, performance and fatigue.
  • Fatigue related studies designed to determine the amounts and patterns of sleep obtained by operational personnel, measures of performance, and subjective reports of alertness and fatigue. These data are critical for continuous performance improvement and for validation and calibration of modeling tools used to forecast and manage fatigue.
  • Assist the FAA with the development of fatigue management and mitigation guidance initiatives.

The contractor will provide subject matter experts (SMEs) in fatigue science and related modeling to assist the FAA FRMS review, evaluation and implementation process.

The contractor will provide FRMS application review support based on the following:

  • Assist the government in meeting support and teleconferences per application which

includes meeting preparation and documentation of major comments and conclusions

  • Assist the government in reviewing data from active exemptions.

Job Description:

Required: Two or more scripting-based analysis toolkits, such as Mathematica, Matlab, Python, NumPy, SciPy, R, etc.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Engineering, Science, or other related field and 15 years of experience in performing the above duties or aviation-related experience. Master's Degree may be waived with 20 years of experience in performing the

above duties or aviation-related experience and a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, or other related field.

US Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Target salary range: $200,001 - $240,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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About the Company

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Science Applications International Corp

SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions. We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
2013
WEBSITE
https://jobs.saic.com/