SME Force Operations

BryceTech is a trusted leader in complex technology domains, delivering data-driven solutions in aerospace, biosecurity, and defense. We specialize in systems engineering, advanced analytics, R&D programs, and strategic advisory support. Our clients – including NASA, DoD, HHS, DHS, and other civil and national security agencies – rely on us to drive mission success and accelerate innovation.

BryceTech has been recognized in the Washington Technology Fast 50 ranking of top high-growth small businesses for five consecutive years and received a GovCon Contractor of the Year Award in 2025, underscoring our strong growth, competitive positioning, and excellence in federal contracting. With a proven track record of winning sought-after contracts, scaling high-performance teams, and executing on critical government missions, BryceTech presents a compelling opportunity for strategic partnerships in the GovCon space.

This position supports the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)) Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) Engineering and Technical Support (RETS) program. This position provides subject matter expertise in Joint Force operations, operational planning, and force employment concepts to support technology development and capability assessment activities.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expertise in Joint Force design, development, and application

• Assess operational constraints and concepts of operation for new technologies and capabilities

• Support development of concepts of employment for emerging capabilities

• Contribute to development and execution of Combatant Command operational plans

• Analyze threat tactics and responses to inform capability development

• Evaluate logistics approaches and operational sustainability requirements

• Interface with Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, and Service components

• Support operational assessments of technology prototypes and demonstrations

• Provide operational context for systems engineering and technology development efforts

• Assess operational effectiveness and suitability of new capabilities

• Support war gaming and operational analysis activities

• Contribute to kill chain analysis from an operational perspective

• Provide input to capability gap assessments and requirements development

• Support operational test and evaluation planning and execution

• Requires a minimum TS/SCI clearance

• Bachelor's degree from War College or equivalent military education

• Minimum 15 years of operational experience

• Pentagon and OUSD(R&E) experience strongly preferred

• Demonstrated expertise in Joint Force operations and planning

• Experience with Combatant Command operational planning processes

• Knowledge of threat tactics, techniques, and procedures

• Understanding of joint logistics and operational sustainment

• Experience working in Joint Staff environment highly desired

• Strong understanding of warfighting concepts across multiple domains

• Excellent analytical and briefing skills

• Ability to translate operational requirements into technical specifications

• Experience with operational test and evaluation processes

This position is contingent upon contract award.

BryceTech offers a full range of benefits, including competitive salary, a comprehensive health plan including dental and vision coverage, company-paid life & disability insurance policies, 401(k) plan with company match, and an educational reimbursement program.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.