Job Description

Position: Science & Technology Roadmap Support SME (Top Secret Clearance, SCI Eligible)
Company: AMERICAN SYSTEMS
Location: [Specify location or Remote options]
Salary: $180,000 - $190,000 (based on experience)

At AMERICAN SYSTEMS, we don't just hire employees — we empower mission-driven innovators. As one of the top 100 employee-owned companies in the United States, every team member shares in our success. We’re on a mission to deliver cutting-edge solutions that equip our nation’s Warfighters for success in complex and rapidly evolving environments.

Are you ready to bring your expertise in Autonomy and Artificial Intelligence to the forefront of national defense strategy? If so, we have a thrilling opportunity for you to support the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, S&T Futures Division.

Why Join Us?

???? Mission-Driven Impact: Develop and support strategic S&T roadmaps that shape critical defense resource decisions.
???? Employee Ownership: Share in the success of the company through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
???? Flexibility: Enjoy a single accrual leave plan that supports your work-life balance.
???? Innovation Hub: Work at the cutting edge of emerging technologies in Autonomy, AI, and more.

Your Role at a Glance:

• Craft and refine Science & Technology roadmaps to drive modernization in defense technologies.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to Government decision-makers on emerging technologies.
• Analyze the state-of-the-art advancements in Autonomy, AI, Sensors, and Advanced Electronics.
• Collaborate across government teams and organizations to deliver integrated solutions.
• Support the nation’s technological edge through strategic guidance and expert analysis.

What You Bring to the Team:

?? 15+ years of relevant experience in Autonomy, AI, or related fields
?? Ph.D. in a technical discipline (or equivalent experience)
?? Top Secret Clearance (SCI Eligible)
?? Deep expertise in Advanced Electronics, EW, Sensors & Processing Technologies
?? Prior experience with Department of Defense RDT&E and joint/OSD-level requirements

What Sets Us Apart:

???? Award-Winning Culture: Recognized by Forbes and The Washington Post as a Best Workplace
????? Veteran Commitment: Military Times Best for Vets and Top 10 Military-Friendly Company

At AMERICAN SYSTEMS, your contributions matter. From day one, you'll be part of a collaborative environment where innovation thrives, and success is shared.