Weaponeering Methodology Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Overview

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.

Qualifications

• 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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