Noblis

Senior Technical Advisor - Advanced Computing

Noblis$146K — $228K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree + 8 years of experience OR Master's Degree + 6 years of experience OR PhD + 4 years of experience OR High School Diploma/GED + 12 years of experience OR Associate's degree + 10 years of experience.
  • Specialized knowledge in advanced computing systems such as HPC, quantum computing, and advanced microelectronics.
  • Proven experience in creating technical documentation that is accessible to senior leaders.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert-level guidance on advanced computing systems, including HPC, quantum computing, and advanced microelectronics.
  • Deliver insights on IT and Data Science capabilities, covering enterprise architecture and artificial intelligence.
  • Oversee technology development efforts and provide advisory support.
  • Design and assess advanced computing systems, creating comprehensive technical assessments.
  • Translate complex technical information for executive and non-technical audiences.
  • Contribute to Program Management Plans and maintain accurate documentation of assessments and recommendations.
  • Engage with stakeholders to communicate complex technical information in an understandable manner.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance package.
  • Retirement savings plans with employer matching.
  • Flexible work schedules and remote work options.
  • Professional development opportunities and training programs.
  • Paid time off for vacation and personal leave.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Noblis is seeking a cleared SME- Advanced Computing supporting our customer in Bethesda, MD. SETA

The Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Advanced Computing provides specialized technical expertise in emerging and advanced computing technologies to support the customer's executive-level decision-making. This position requires deep knowledge of high-performance computing, quantum computing, and advanced microelectronics to advise senior leadership on IT capabilities, system design, and strategic technology initiatives. The SME will develop technical assessments, provide advisory support, and ensure complex technical information is communicated effectively to senior-level audiences.

Job Responsibilities include:

Technical Expertise & Advisory Support
  • Provide expert-level guidance on advanced computing systems including high-performance computing (HPC), quantum computing, and advanced microelectronics.
  • Deliver technical expertise on IT&DS capabilities including enterprise architecture, infrastructure, data management, and artificial intelligence.
  • Provide oversight and advisory support to technology development efforts.
  • Develop technical options with comprehensive feasibility, viability, and cost analyses.

Analysis & Assessment
  • Design, analyze, and assess advanced computing systems and their applications.
  • Develop technical and written work products including detailed analysis reports.
  • Validate that IT&DS capabilities meet mission needs through requirements analysis and testing.
  • Ensure all technical subject matter is readily understandable by senior-level audiences.

Standards & Compliance
  • Ensure projects comply with applicable governance frameworks and technical standards.
  • Assist in determining appropriate software development methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid, DevSecOps).
  • Establish and collect performance metrics for advanced computing initiatives.
  • Support compliance with security protocols and classification requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
  • Work with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and communicate complex technical information.
  • Schedule, organize, and host project-related meetings (in-person and virtual).
  • Translate advanced computing concepts for executive and non-technical audiences.
  • Provide briefings and presentations to senior leadership.

Documentation & Reporting
  • Contribute to technical reports, program management reviews, and status reports.
  • Support development of Program Management Plans (PMP) and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
  • Prepare monthly contract status reports and deliverables as required.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of technical assessments and recommendations.


Required Qualifications

  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree + 8 years of experience OR Master's Degree + 6 years of experience OR PhD + 4 years of experience OR High School Diploma/GED + 12 years of experience OR Associate's degree + 10 years of experience.
  • Experience in the design, function, and applications of advanced computing systems with specialized knowledge in related areas such as high-performance computing, quantum computing, and advanced microelectronics.
  • Experience in developing technical and written work products that include analysis and assessment of advanced computing systems, ensuring subject matter is readily understandable by senior-level audience.

Desired Qualifications

Posted Salary Range

USD $146,200.00 - USD $228,400.00 /Yr.

About Noblis

Noblis is an American not-for-profit science, technology, and strategy organization that provides technical and advisory services to federal government clients. Noblis works in the areas of national security, intelligence, transportation, healthcare, environmental sustainability, and enterprise transformation. Noblis was created in 1996 when Mitretek Systems Inc. was split into two separate entities. The other entity became known as Noblis ESI. Noblis has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the Washington, D.C. area by the Washington Business Journal and the Washingtonian.
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Founded
1996

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