What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weaponeering Methodology Subject Matter Expert (SME) position at Bowhead?
Overview:
Bowhead is seeking a Weaponeering Methodology SME to provide services on a Part time On-call basis to support to NSWCDD. The position is located at Dahlgren, VA, in support of projects in H Department, NSWCDD. Duties include but are not limited to supporting the JTCG/ME Enhanced Weaponeering & CDE IPT. Tasking supports the development of methodology for a new weaponeering and CDE tool for mitigated munitions, including authoring development plans, providing SME guidance, and conducting methodology reviews.
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Weaponeering Methodology Subject Matter Expert (SME) (DETO-2025-23581):
Bowhead is seeking a Weaponeering Methodology SME to provide services on a Part time On-call basis to support to NSWCDD. The position is located at Dahlgren, VA, in support of projects in H Department, NSWCDD. Duties include but are not limited to supporting the JTCG/ME Enhanced Weaponeering & CDE IPT. Tasking supports the development of methodology for a new weaponeering and CDE tool for mitigated munitions, including authoring development plans, providing SME guidance, and conducting methodology reviews.
***This position will require onsite work at the Bowhead office or Navy installation. ***
Responsibilities:
Job duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Deep understanding of weaponeering principles, including kinetic and non-kinetic effects
- Experience with Joint Munitions Effectiveness Manuals (JMEM) and related tools
- Familiarity with target analysis, weapon-target pairing, and mitigation strategies
- Working knowledge of CJCSI 3160.01, CDE methodology, and related DOD policies
- Experience integrating mitigation strategies (e.g., aimpoint refinement, weaponeering alternatives)
- Understanding of blast, fragmentation, and thermal effects of various munitions
- Familiarity with modeling tools.
- Experience writing or contributing to methodology development plans and technical documentation
- Ability to review and validate modeling assumptions and outputs for scientific rigor and operational relevance
- Experience working with developers and engineers to translate methodology into tools/software
- Understanding of requirements traceability, verification/validation, and end-user integration
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Military Science, or a related technical field.
- In Lieu of Education: An Associate's degree with at least 8 years of relevant experience in weaponeering, targeting, CDE, or weapon effects modeling may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree. In lieu of a degree, 10 years of direct experience in operational weaponeering and CDE analysis may be considered.
- Ten (10) years’ experience in mechanical design and test.
- Three (3) years’ experience in mechanical engineering design and development.
- Current experience in use of CAD programs.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate output data and concepts simply and concisely for senior leaders.
- Analytical thinking to identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
- Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain or maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
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