Metrology Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Corner Alliance • Washington, DC

5h • Remote

About The Position

As a Metrology Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting a federal government client, you will provide senior-level technical and programmatic expertise to support the evaluation, design, and oversight of federally funded semiconductor research initiatives. In this role, you will deliver objective, evidence-based technical assessments and recommendations related to metrology and testing. The position is focused on technical evaluation of grant and funding opportunities and providing strategic direction and long-term vision for the federal client’s research portfolio related to metrology and testing, aligned with national semiconductor research and development priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, Materials Science, or a closely related STEM field
• Minimum of 8+ years of relevant professional experience in metrology, testing, measurement science, or semiconductor or related applied research domains
• Experience supporting government-funded R&D programs or large-scale technical initiatives
• Experience supporting semiconductor research, microelectronics manufacturing, RF systems, or advanced measurement programs
• Familiarity with high-frequency measurements, on-wafer testing, signal characterization, or calibration methodologies
• Experience providing technical evaluations or advisory support for research programs, grants, or federally funded initiatives
• Strong analytical and written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, well-reasoned technical documentation
• Ability to operate independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
• Experience working within or supporting federally funded R&D environments
• Ability to operate independently while supporting multidisciplinary and multi-organizational teams
• US citizenship or permanent resident and the ability to pass public trust clearance or suitability

Responsibilities

• Provide technical subject matter expertise to support the federal client in the review, assessment, and evaluation of funding opportunity submissions, including white papers, full proposals, and supporting materials
• Conduct objective, evidence-based technical reviews to assess technical merit, feasibility, risk, scalability, and alignment with research priorities related to metrology and testing
• Prepare written analyses, summaries, and recommendations to inform federal funding and program decisions
• Support the identification, evaluation, and design of new program initiatives and funding opportunities that are technologically driven and aligned with national semiconductor R&D priorities
• Advise on measurement science, testing methodologies, standards, calibration, and uncertainty considerations relevant to semiconductor research, advanced manufacturing, and packaging
• Contribute to the development and refinement of evaluation frameworks, review criteria, and scoring rubrics to support consistent, transparent technical reviews
• Provide portfolio-level insight to help assess balance, gaps, and emerging opportunities within the metrology and testing research landscape
• Survey relevant technological landscapes to identify emerging research trends and priority areas related to semiconductor metrology and testing
• Support ongoing program oversight by offering independent technical assessments of proposed and active research efforts
• Translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable guidance for government stakeholders
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling proprietary, sensitive, and pre-decisional information and comply with conflict-of-interest and non-disclosure requirements
• Carry out our Commitments to Deliver, Grow, and Thrive

Benefits

• Corner Alliance offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full-time employees including 401k matching (4%), PTO (3 weeks to start, 4 weeks (2-5 years) and 5 weeks (5 years+)), health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, FSA accounts, 4 weeks of paid parental leave, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday off), fitness & cell phone reimbursements, monthly all hands update meetings, annual in-person all hands team building day and evening out, regular check-ins for professional growth goals, semi-monthly one on one performance manager meetings, a social team that coordinates monthly events, use of technology like Slack to keep us connected and collaborative, and overall, a company culture dedicated to a highly engaged team.

What This Job Offers

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