Leading Subject Matter Expert Jobs

Become an authority in your professional field with high-paying Subject Matter Expert jobs as you provide specialized knowledge, guidance and insight.

What does a Subject Matter Expert do?

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.

The Benefits of Being a Subject Matter Expert

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.

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$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of complex data management projects, leveraging significant experience to drive insights and develop innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance database performance and ens...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's enhancing higher education by optimizing Banner Student functionalities. Collaborate with stakeholders to diagnose and recommend solutions, ensuring efficient configuration in a com...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$119K - $172K *

Pioneer nuclear stockpile stewardship expertise, guiding critical policies and programs within the U.S. nuclear enterprise. Advise on sustainment, safety, and reliability, while coordinating with key...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $166K *

Develop and manage the TACCOM Training Program, ensuring effective curriculum design and delivery for law enforcement communication across diverse operational settings. Collaborate with key stakeholde...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead the implementation and management of MIS frameworks for a diverse, multi-division organization, ensuring business continuity through innovative risk assessment tools and technical guidance across...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $105K *

Oversee expert HUMINT operations at AFCYBER, enhancing integration with CI across cyber teams, supporting training and exercises, and managing reporting activities for effective intelligence collectio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $205K *

Elevate export compliance processes by partnering with teams to ensure effective foreign disclosure and technology transfer adherence while leading a dedicated team in navigating complex regulatory en...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the power of healthcare IT by leading clinical insights to optimize Veteran community care workflows and enhance care coordination between providers and facilities. Contribute to building effec...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that empowers Special Operations Forces with expert guidance, ensuring mission success through strategic planning, training oversight, and high-quality service delivery to meet operational...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Lead financial strategy and analysis for the Department of Defense, ensuring compliance and audit readiness while enhancing transparency and accuracy in complex accounting operations across multiple s...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the design and evolution of enterprise architecture for critical intelligence operations, ensuring alignment with mission goals. Collaborate with leadership to shape architectural roadmaps and su...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Engage in strategic systems engineering leadership across complex GEOINT programs, guiding solutions development and integration. Collaborate with stakeholders, drive innovation, and elevate organizat...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's transforming identity governance with SailPoint Expertise. Lead system architecture and design while mentoring junior engineers to deliver secure, scalable identity management solut...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $242K *

Transform enterprise knowledge management by leading innovative solutions that enhance collaboration, address operational challenges, and optimize decision-making processes in logistics and mission su...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by providing EOD expertise to enhance safety protocols and develop essential manuals for military technicians, ensuring compliance with government specifications in a collaborative en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Oversee the implementation of COMSEC policies and enhancements, driving compliance and modernization efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders to address security gaps and provide technical training, ens...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Contribute to the development of cutting-edge air defense systems by leveraging your warfighter expertise to address complex challenges, ensure system functionality, and collaborate with cross-functio...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Drive innovation by engineering secure, air-gapped AWS architectures for naval defense programs. Leverage your AWS expertise to enhance system reliability, automate infrastructure, and provide strateg...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $165K *

Empower financial excellence by leading fiscal operations as a senior SME, guiding a multi-tiered team to ensure compliance, optimize processes, and advise senior leadership in the Navy/DoD financial...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping BMD training strategies as an expert in tactical operations, delivering guidance and assessing policy changes. Collaborate with teams to enhance training effectiveness, ensu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Oversee the development and management of SAP lifecycle documentation and policies, ensuring compliance and efficiency while supporting decision-making for senior DoN leadership in a dynamic DoD envir...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of asset management by leading strategic projects for utility sectors. Collaborate with clients to implement innovative solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and service deliver...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $230K *

Shape the future of national security by providing expert guidance and leadership in cyber operations, intelligence, and technology modernization. Collaborate with senior leaders and multidisciplinary...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as you provide expert guidance on dental infection control, shaping CDC recommendations and developing best practices to enhance public health in dental settings and beyond...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $163K *

Join a multidisciplinary team driving child support system modernization. Collaborate with federal and state partners to enhance program operations, implement innovative solutions, and ensure effectiv...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications are required for a Subject Matter Expert job?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    On Ladders, Subject Matter Expert jobs pay $100,000 per year or more, with exact amounts depending on industry, location, and level of expertise.