Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Defense Location:

Washington D.C. (Remote)

Clearance:

Active Top Secret (required per contract)

Job Type:

Full-time About

RTCS, LLC

Founded in 2021, RTCS, LLC is a small business supporting government and commercial customers in project management, prototype system design, ground test and evaluation, manufacturing and assembly, and flight test demonstration. Our expertise spans hypersonic technologies, propulsion systems, seekers, thermal protection systems, ground support equipment, and advanced instrumentation. We combine project management expertise with modeling, simulation, and testing to deliver innovative systems engineering solutions that drive technical excellence, successful execution, and the next generation of engineering leadership. We are dedicated to Establishing the Nation's Next Generation Engineering Leadership Ensuring Technical Excellence in the Development and Transition of Advanced Technology. Position Summary

RTCS, LLC

is seeking multiple Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across a range of technical disciplines, including Avionics; Actuators and Thrust Vector Control (TVC); Turbine Engines; Castings and Forgings; Ablative Materials; and Power Distribution and Battery Systems, to provide technical expertise and project oversight in support of the Department of War's Warfighting, Investments, Resourcing, and Execution (WIRE) initiatives. These efforts improve the readiness and competitiveness of the U.S. industrial base by establishing high-priority domestic capabilities for supply chains critical to national security and mitigating exposure to global risks. This project requires a high level of professionalism and a commitment to shaping the future of national security capabilities. As SME, you will provide programmatic and technical oversight across multiple projects of varying contract types, sizes, complexity, and levels of risk. You will work with the science and technology community, engineering teams, and senior stakeholders to transition advanced technologies into operational systems. Key Responsibilities Lead programmatic and technical management of WIRE investments in Kinetic Weapons with a focus on Propulsion components. Conduct independent assessments of advanced technology maturation and potential for operational transition. Collaborate with stakeholders to plan, implement, and reassess program improvements. Support development of executive-level briefings, papers, and correspondence. Prepare materials for program reviews and Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings. Provide recommendations on program growth, cost reduction initiatives, tradeoffs, and risk mitigation. Develop life cycle cost analyses, including engineering, testing, and logistics data for system support plans. Build and maintain program milestone plans, schedules, and required documentation.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field. Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project or equivalent) Minimum 10 years of experience in technical program/project management of Avionics; Actuators and Thrust Vector Control (TVC); Turbine Engines; Castings and Forgings; Ablative Materials; and Power Distribution and Battery Systems Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Top Secret Clearance Ability to travel up to 25% to support customer objectives U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance

Desired Qualifications:

Master's Degree or PhD preferred in Engineering or a related technical field Hands-on manufacturing experience 10+ years of experience managing projects in development or production 15+ years of technical program management experience supporting system development and production (e.g., avionics, thrust vector control systems, rocket motor nozzles, turbine engines) Experience managing engineering teams from design and rapid prototyping through production

RTCS, LLC

is a small business founded in 2021 supporting Government and commercial development activities in prototype system design, ground test and evaluation, manufacturing and assembly, and flight test demonstration. These activities include the identification and maturation of hypersonic technologies such as thermal protection systems, seekers, propulsion systems, ground support equipment, mitigation of environmental extremes, and instrumentation.

RTCS, LLC

conducts system development from concept to flight test demonstration integrating modeling and simulation and test and evaluation to support development of system engineering solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

RTCS, LLC

is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like to apply for employment with RTCS and need special assistance or an accommodation to do so, please contact us by email at info@russelltechconsult.com.

Job Type:

Full-time Experience level: 10 years Application Question(s): Are you a US Citizen? (US Citizenship required per contract.) Security clearance: Top Secret (required per contract)

Work Location:

In person (required) Washington D.C. (Remote) Salary $175,000-$225,000 (Washington D.C.)

Pay:

$175,000.00 - $225,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20265