Subject Matter Expert (Pavement Engineering)

iCatalyst • Egg Harbor Township, NJ

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Subject Matter Expert to join our growing team in support of our federal program. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to impactful, mission-critical initiatives.

Requirements

• Nationally recognized expertise in pavement engineering, materials science, or airport infrastructure research.
• Expert knowledge of ASTM, AASHTO, and transportation research standards.
• Ability to develop technical policy, specifications, standards, and research recommendations.
• Experience conducting peer reviews and providing independent technical evaluations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to advise senior government officials on complex technical issues.
• Strong publication and technical writing capabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• 10 years of progressively responsible engineering or scientific experience.
• Recognized expertise in airport pavement research or transportation materials engineering.
• Experience supporting FHWA, state DOTs, or national research programs.
• Experience authoring technical standards, specifications, peer-reviewed publications, or national guidance documents.
• Demonstrated experience serving as a technical authority or principal investigator on major research initiatives.
• Proven ability to work in fast-paced, client-focused environments.
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence required
• Ability to successfully pass a federal background check

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting federal programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide recognized subject matter expertise supporting airport pavement research initiatives.
• Advise the agency on emerging pavement technologies, materials, and testing methodologies.
• Review complex engineering analyses, research findings, and technical recommendations.
• Provide independent technical review of reports, standards, specifications, and guidance documents.
• Recommend improvements to airport pavement testing procedures and performance-based specifications.
• Support development of Engineering Briefs, Advisory Circulars, and technical standards.
• Participate in technical reviews, peer reviews, workshops, and industry collaboration activities.
• Support special projects requiring specialized engineering or scientific expertise.
• Provide consultation to the Program Manager, Laboratory Manager, and Civil Engineer on complex technical issues.
• Represent the program during technical exchanges with industry, academia, and government organizations, as requested.
• Provide support and expertise in assigned domain.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions.
• Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement and innovation initiatives.
• Special projects as needed.

Benefits

• variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
• a dental plan option
• a vision plan
• a 401(k)-plan offering the ability to contribute both pre- and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
• vacation
• sick
• 11 Federal holidays
• military leave
• bereavement leave
• jury duty leave
• short and long-term disability benefits
• life insurance
• accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Phone and internet Reimbursement for eligible employees
• Transportation Support (Uber rides to & from HQ to select locations)
• Training & Education Assistance (per eligibility)
• Annual Wellness Benefit
• Social and Community giveback

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree