Ontologist - Expert System Integrator

Mission Intel•Springfield, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Mission Intelligence Group is seeking a highly skilled Ontologist – Expert System Integrator to support the evolution and integration of mission-critical capabilities across the National System for Geospatial Intelligence (NSG) and Allied System for Geospatial Intelligence (ASG) enterprise. In this role, you will drive the adoption of new data sources, guide ontology governance, and ensure seamless integration of capabilities that directly support national security missions. As an Ontologist – Expert System Integrator, you will serve as a trusted technical advisor supporting the Government's vision for enterprise-wide systems integration and data interoperability. You will lead the design, implementation, and governance of ontology frameworks, translate mission requirements into actionable solutions, and provide expert guidance that enables efficient planning, acquisition, and execution of GEOINT capabilities. This role requires a strategic thinker who can bridge mission needs, technical architectures, and stakeholder priorities across a complex Intelligence Community environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in: Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology Management, Information Systems Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering Management, Ontologies, Related STEM discipline OR 18+ years of experience as a Systems Integrator in lieu of a degree
18+ years of relevant experience supporting Government or Industry programs involving: DoD/IC Acquisition Processes, Requirements Development Processes, NGA Production and Dissemination, IC TCPED Operations
Expert-level experience in: Systems Integration, Systems Engineering, Enterprise Architecture Integration
Active TS/SCI clearance adjudication or ability to obtain SCI eligibility and successfully pass a polygraph
Ability to work independently and lead technical teams within a complex mission environment
Demonstrated success working within multi-contractor and Government organizations

Nice To Haves

Expert proficiency with: Basic Formal Ontology (BFO), Common Core Ontologies (CCO)
Working knowledge of: Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Systems Engineering methodologies, tools, and languages, Software Development Frameworks
Experience supporting Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) programs and missions
Familiarity with: Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing, Image Science, Information Management disciplines
Experience supporting ontology development, governance, and enterprise data interoperability initiatives

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee integration efforts across the NSG/ASG systems-of-systems enterprise
Provide expert technical guidance relating strategy, requirements, processes, and capability development
Conduct solution assessments, integration planning, and scheduling analysis across product lines and mission services
Capture, analyze, and translate mission and customer requirements into operational capabilities and technical solutions
Partner with Product Managers to support backlog grooming, roadmap development, and feature prioritization
Analyze user workflows and identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
Evaluate cloud service capabilities, architecture traceability, workflow constraints, and scheduling limitations
Interpret and implement customer data requirements while ensuring mission alignment
Collaborate with IPOs, the Chief Data Officer (CDO), and other enterprise stakeholders to achieve Content Conveyance objectives
Support Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), Courses of Action (CoA), Trade Studies, and Engineering Assessments
Lead technical teams responsible for ontology design, implementation, governance, and lifecycle management
Establish and maintain ontology frameworks supporting Foundation GEOINT
Assist Government leadership with technical planning, project management, performance engineering, risk management, and interface design
Maintain Agile project schedules using tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or similar platforms
Operate effectively within multi-contractor and Government team environments while managing competing priorities and deadlines