Biometric Subject Matter Expert (SME)

SAIC • El Paso, TX

11h • Hybrid

About The Position

SAIC’s Identity and Data Sciences Laboratory (IDSL) is seeking a Biometric Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead and support applied research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) of advanced biometric and identity solutions for national security clients. The SME will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, data scientists, and program managers to drive innovation in biometric technologies and digital identity, with the goal of enhancing operational capabilities and performance. The role offers the opportunity to support major government programs and mission-critical initiatives in biometrics and identity. The position is hybrid, with three days onsite and two days remote, at the closest SAIC office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical discipline such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience requirement: bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience, master’s degree and 3+ years of experience, or PhD and 1+ years of experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in RDT&E, identity, biometrics, or systems engineering.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DHS Public Trust clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proven ability to test biometric and identity technologies, including technology, scenario, and operational testing.
• Expertise in biometric technologies, including facial, iris, and fingerprint recognition, and identity technologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including document review and editing with attention to technical detail.
• Strong background in test and evaluation, operational assessment, and performance validation.
• Experience working with DHS or other federal agency users of biometric systems.
• Experience with emerging technology assessment and transition.
• Familiarity with biometric testing standards.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and technical documentation best practices.

Nice To Haves

• Top Secret clearance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level expertise in biometrics, identity technologies, and digital identity solutions.
• Translate complex client mission needs into structured, actionable, and achievable research, development, test, and evaluation plans for biometric and identity technologies.
• Coordinate across technical, programmatic, and government stakeholders to support project planning and execution and assist with decision-making.
• Collaborate with technical teams to develop and deliver technical documentation, briefings, and actionable recommendations.
• Support technical communication across government, industry, and stakeholder organizations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior