Become an authority in your professional field with high-paying Subject Matter Expert jobs as you provide specialized knowledge, guidance and insight.
Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) lend their deep knowledge and expertise in particular topics or fields to businesses and organizations, providing essential insights and guidance. SME positions span across industries, from healthcare to technology, and roles can range from consultants to trainers.
As a Subject Matter Expert, you have an opportunity to shape your industry's future, making a direct impact on strategic decisions and products. Providing thought leadership not only sets you apart professionally, but affords you the chance to influence great change within your field.
$87K - $112K *
Lead the charge in managing diverse technology and business projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment. Collaborate with teams to drive initiatives that fulfill organizational goals...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$180K - $230K *
Unlock potential by integrating diverse national security operations into actionable plans. This senior role requires expert coordination across government and private sectors, ensuring coherent missi...
Yesterday
Lead Modeling and Simulation Engineer
$160K - $200K *
Elevate your career by leading the design and execution of advanced AFSIM-based simulations. Collaborate with engineers to develop high-fidelity tools, ensuring robust software features that enhance m...
3 weeks ago
Modeling & Simulation Technical Analyst
$140K - $210K *
Elevate analytical capabilities by applying cutting-edge modeling techniques to optimize multi-source data for aerodynamic and ballistic vehicle analysis, enhancing mission outcomes and knowledge tran...
3 weeks ago
Senior International Capability Development SME
$110K - $130K *
Drive the enhancement of partner nation SOF interoperability through innovative assessments, roadmap development, and collaboration with USSOF, focusing on comprehensive capability integration and tra...
4 weeks ago
Sr Principal Architect, IT Applications
$145K - $175K *
Join a team that's driving innovation and excellence in technology solutions, managing major products, enhancing technical maturity, and fostering strategic planning to improve organizational efficien...
1 week ago
$108K - $130K *
Join us to lead advanced verification and validation solutions for rail systems, driving scalable strategies, fostering innovation, and ensuring system reliability through cross-functional collaborati...
2 weeks ago
$98K - $163K *
Unlock potential by leveraging your systems engineering expertise to support innovative military capabilities. Collaborate within a dynamic team to develop and integrate advanced models, driving super...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Shape logistics strategies and lead support initiatives for advanced electronic warfare systems, ensuring optimal lifecycle management and sustainability in multi-domain environments...
1 week ago
$85K - $105K *
Contribute to the operational excellence of ground-based radar systems by supporting logistics and sustainment activities essential for enhancing US and Allied strategic surveillance missions...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $120K *
Unlock potential by applying RCM methodologies to enhance Navy logistics, optimizing maintenance strategies and documentation for shore-based communications systems, ensuring fleet readiness and missi...
4 weeks ago
Executive Director, Special Education Services
$93K - $131K *
Join a team that's committed to enhancing K-12 special education by leading curriculum and program initiatives. This role involves collaboration with staff and stakeholders to support student achievem...
3 weeks ago
Embedded Intelligence Program Manager
$110K - $130K *
Champion operational excellence and lead cross-functional teams to ensure effective and timely delivery of a security and intelligence program, fostering relationships with clients and driving continu...
1 week ago
Mission Operations Master, MUSV
$100K - $120K *
Join our team to lead the operation and navigation of a mid-sized autonomous vessel, ensuring safe missions while managing onboard crew and collaborating with onshore teams in cutting-edge maritime en...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's transforming industrial operations through AI. Own client engagements from data ingestion to model delivery, ensuring actionable insights for manufacturers, while collaborating with...
2 weeks ago
Instructor Pilot | Fighter Ops | SME | CIP | Nellis AFB
$148K - $275K *
Transform fighter training by providing expert instruction and support for 4th and 5th generation pilots. Collaborate with teams to enhance training materials, evaluate performance, and ensure curricu...
3 weeks ago
Mid-level Knowledge Manager (CICADAS)
$105K - $155K *
Transform information sharing within teams by aligning processes and technology for improved analytic production. Design and enhance systems that support knowledge management and optimize data workflo...
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Senior Program Director, State Chief Liaison
$120K - $160K *
Engage with K-12 education leaders to shape policy strategies, drive revenue growth, and align ACT's solutions with state priorities, fostering long-term partnerships and influencing educational outco...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Champion data-driven insights to enhance healthcare programs. Leverage advanced analytics and a detail-oriented approach to transform complex datasets into actionable solutions, driving improvement in...
5 days ago
Technical/Functional Expert (Network)
$110K - $130K *
Engineer advanced network solutions, focusing on design and performance optimization for multi-site enterprise infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance network security and...
1 week ago
Technical/Functional Expert (Network)
$108K - $130K *
Lead the charge in advanced network engineering, ensuring optimal security and performance in complex enterprise environments. Collaborate across teams to design, implement, and troubleshoot robust ne...
1 week ago
Curriculum Leader - K-8 Mathematics Intervention
$103K - $115K *
Transform educational outcomes by leading K-8 mathematics intervention initiatives, supporting instructional coaching, enhancing curriculum strategies, and building teacher capacities for effective st...
Reposted 5 days ago
Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis Technical Lead
$100K - $245K *
Lead the charge in advanced mission-level analysis, guiding a team of experts to evaluate precision strike technologies, enhance decision-making, and foster innovation in a collaborative, engaging env...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Director, Data Analytics
$120K - $195K *
Lead the analytics strategy by building a high-performing team, delivering predictive models, and driving operational efficiencies to enhance decision-making and reduce costs across the organization...
2 weeks ago
IT Project Manager - Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)
$135K - $150K *
Manage the delivery of IT projects, ensuring integration and PMO support for software development and modernization. Collaborate across teams to optimize project execution, reporting, and stakeholder...
2 weeks ago
What qualifications are required for a Subject Matter Expert job?
Subject Matter Experts typically require a bachelor’s degree in their relevant field, as well as several years of experience. Higher roles may require a master's degree or PhD.
What industries hire Subject Matter Experts?
Almost every industry hires Subject Matter Experts, from healthcare to technology and media. Organizations of all sizes rely on SMEs to provide guidance, training, and expertise in their respective fields.
How much can a Subject Matter Expert earn per year?
On Ladders, Subject Matter Expert jobs pay $100,000 per year or more, with exact amounts depending on industry, location, and level of expertise.