ISR Subject Matter Expert 4

Metrea Management LLC•Washington, DC

13h•Remote

About The Position

The MSO ISR Subject Matter Expert (ISR SME) provides operational, technical, and advisory expertise across Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), Signals Intelligence (SI), Electronic Warfare (EW), and cyber enablement in support of MSO’s special training and operations (STO) mission. ISR SMEs support real-world operations, mission validation exercises, operational programs and projects, and capability integration efforts across the Metrea enterprise. The role requires a blend of hands-on technical proficiency, operational judgment, and the ability to advise customers, partners, and internal teams on the effective employment of ISR-related capabilities. ISR SMEs may also contribute to the design and delivery of special training and exercise support as required, both to enable mission execution and to demonstrate technical depth and leadership. Limited overseas operational support may be provided on an as-needed and voluntary basis.

Requirements

Strong technical proficiency across Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), Signals Intelligence (SI), Electronic Warfare (EW), and cyber enablement theory, operations, and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Demonstrated experience conducting tactical, real-world ISR missions, including forward or operational employment of ISR capabilities in support of mission objectives.
Hands-on experience with ISR-relevant technologies and systems, including radio frequency (RF) theory, spectrum operations, antenna construction and employment, and signal characterization.
Working proficiency with HF/VHF/UHF analog and digital communications, Digital Push-To-Talk (DPTT), legacy and emerging cellular protocols (e.g., GSM, CDMA, UMTS, LTE), Wi-Fi (802.11), Bluetooth, and advanced or emerging signal sets.
Technical proficiency in ISR-supporting computing environments, including LINUX-based systems, computer networking, and close-access cyber enablement.
Experience employing Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS), commercial, and partner ISR/EW systems in operational, exercise, or training environments.
Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn, adapt to, and employ new or emerging ISR, EW, and cyber technologies, equipment, and threat environments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable guidance for operators, customers, and partners.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief, instruct, and support classroom, laboratory, and field-based activities.
Approximately 12+ years of ISR/SI/EW experience, including at least three operational deployments as a SI/EW operator.
Leads complex training events, exercise support, and capability integration efforts.
Mentors junior ISR SMEs and contributes to technical standards and best practices.
Mode trained with demonstrated experience instructing or leading advanced technical training or exercises.
FCC Amateur Radio General or Extra License.
LINUX fundamentals training.
Security+ or equivalent baseline cybersecurity certification (preferred).
Valid Driver’s License.
DD214 with Honourable Discharge
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Clearance required at time of hire: Active TS clearance with eligibility to obtain a TS/SCI clearance is required at time of hire, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment. Candidates will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with federal requirements.
Position may require passing a government-administered background check.
Employment is contingent on meeting all clearance and adjudication requirements.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting Special Operations Forces or other tactical units is highly preferred, though not required, provided the candidate demonstrates relevant operational ISR experience.
One or more advanced civilian cybersecurity certifications, such as CySA+, CEH, GCIA/GCIH, or CISSP (Associate acceptable).

Responsibilities

Provide ISR, SI/EW, and cyber enablement expertise in support of operational programs, exercises, and enterprise initiatives.
Support planning, execution, and assessment of operations and exercises through technical advisory roles and hands-on support under senior operational leadership.
Design and deliver special training, exercise support, and mission rehearsal to enable effective employment of ISR-related capabilities.
Conduct training on Metrea-developed and partner-provided ISR, EW, and cyber systems, including new or emerging equipment and tools.
Deliver classroom instruction, practical labs, and field-based training events to support mission readiness and capability adoption.
Design and execute realistic operational scenarios, signal environments, and mission threads for exercises and mission validation events.
Integrate government, commercial, Metrea, and third-party ISR, EW, and cyber capabilities into training, exercises, and operational environments.
Produce training materials, technical documentation, and after-action products to support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
Participate in limited overseas operational support on an as-needed and voluntary basis.