Senior Test & Evaluation (T&E) Policy Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Loch Harbour Group, Inc.•Arlington, VA

3d•$170,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

Loch Harbour Group (LHG) is seeking an experienced Senior Test & Evaluation (T&E) Policy Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support a Department of Defense (DoD) customer by providing strategic expertise in the development, implementation, and modernization of Test and Evaluation (T&E) policy. The successful candidate will support policy initiatives across the DoD acquisition enterprise, ensuring T&E guidance aligns with evolving acquisition pathways, emerging technologies, and mission requirements. This position is in-person role.

Requirements

Master's degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or another STEM-related field preferred (Bachelor's degree with additional relevant experience may be considered).
Minimum 15 years of relevant professional experience in Test and Evaluation, defense acquisition, systems engineering, or related disciplines.
Within the past 10 years, demonstrated experience in: Developing and aligning Test and Evaluation policy with the DoD's six acquisition pathways.
Drafting and recommending revisions to DoD and Military Service T&E instructions, manuals, directives, and policy guidance.
Developing T&E policy supporting emerging technologies and acquisition modernization initiatives.
Publishing T&E policy documents, newsletters, technical guidance, and official communications.
Facilitating and documenting meetings involving T&E strategy, planning, and policy development.
Strong understanding of the Defense Acquisition System and DoD Test and Evaluation processes.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Active Top Secret Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Department of Defense, or Military Service Headquarters.
Familiarity with DoD Instruction (DoDI) 5000 series acquisition policies and T&E governance.
Knowledge of systems engineering, digital transformation, and defense modernization initiatives.
Experience supporting executive-level policy development and strategic planning efforts.
Project Management Professional (PMP), DAWIA, or Defense Acquisition Workforce certifications are a plus.
Experience supporting cross-functional teams in highly visible federal programs.

Responsibilities

Develop, review, and recommend updates to Department of Defense (DoD) Test and Evaluation policies, guidance, and strategic initiatives.
Develop and align T&E policy across the DoD's six acquisition pathways.
Recommend and draft revisions to DoD and Military Service instructions, manuals, directives, and guidance governing Test and Evaluation strategy and policy.
Develop policy addressing emerging technologies and mission areas, including: Cybersecurity, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), Directed Energy Weapons, Modeling and Simulation, Digital Engineering, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data and Knowledge Management, Agile Software Development, DevSecOps.
Support the publication and maintenance of T&E policy documents, white papers, newsletters, and other official communications.
Facilitate meetings, working groups, and executive-level discussions related to T&E strategy, planning, and policy.
Document meeting outcomes, action items, and policy recommendations.
Coordinate with government stakeholders, program offices, and technical subject matter experts to ensure policy consistency and compliance.
Prepare executive briefings, technical reports, and decision support materials.
Support special studies, policy assessments, and strategic planning initiatives.