Tactical SIGINT/EW Subject Matter Expert

Group Overview

Electromagnetic and Cyber Group (EM&C) is responsible for developing flexible and survivable advanced electronic warfare and secure communications equipment while providing the industry’s leading signals intelligence, electronic warfare, and cyber experts.  Metrea specializes in signal classification, direction finding, advanced geolocation techniques, and waveform development including waveforms for MANET and LPI/LPD applications. Metrea also develops special purpose radios for government customers and licenses DF and geolocation solutions to multiple OEMs.

Position Summary

The Tactical SIGINT/EW Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides operational, technical, and expeditionary expertise across Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), Signals Intelligence (SI), Electronic Warfare (EW), and cyber enablement in support of MSO’s Special Training and Operations (STO) mission. Tactical SIGINT / EW SMEs support contracted customer requirements, mission validation exercises, operational programs and projects, and capability integration efforts across the Metrea enterprise.

This role requires a blend of hands-on technical proficiency, operational judgment, and the ability to plan and execute expeditionary technical activities in complex environments with disciplined management of physical and electronic signatures. The SME advises customers, partners, and internal teams on the effective employment of ISR/EW capabilities and may contribute to the design and delivery of special training and exercise support as required to enable mission execution and demonstrate technical depth and leadership. Limited overseas operational support may be provided on an as needed and voluntary basis.

What You'll Do

Provide expeditionary ISR, SI/EW, and cyber enablement expertise in support of operational programs, exercises, enterprise initiatives, and other customer requirements

Plan and execute SI/EW technical support activities aligned with contracted customer requirements, ensuring disciplined management of physical and electronic signatures

Conduct RF survey, direction finding (DF), geolocation, collection, and analysis across HF/VHF/UHF and wireless digital communications environments

Assess operational and electromagnetic environments and adapt technical approaches to evolving conditions

Integrate commercially available, government-provided, and partner technical capabilities in support of customer requirements

Support mission rehearsal, exercise design, and special training events that replicate realistic operational conditions

Deliver instruction on tactical SI/EW employment, including Metrea-developed and third-party systems, as required

Contribute to capability evaluation, testing, and refinement efforts based on operational feedback

Produce technical documentation, after-action products, and assessments to support continuous improvement

Participate in CONUS and OCONUS travel, including limited overseas operational support on an as needed basis

What You Bring

Strong technical proficiency across Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), Signals Intelligence (SI), Electronic Warfare (EW), and cyber enablement theory, operations, and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)

Demonstrated experience conducting ground-based or expeditionary ISR/SI/EW technical activities in support of mission or customer requirements

Experience operating in small-team, austere, or contested environments with limited external support

Hands-on experience with relevant SI/EW technologies and systems, including radio frequency (RF) theory, spectrum operations, direction finding, antenna construction and employment, and signal characterization

Working proficiency with HF/VHF/UHF analog and digital communications, Digital Push-To-Talk (DPTT), legacy and emerging cellular protocols (e.g., GSM, CDMA, UMTS, LTE), Wi-Fi (802.11), Bluetooth, and advanced or emerging signal sets

Technical proficiency in ISR-supporting computing environments, including LINUX-based systems, computer networking, and close-access cyber enablement

Experience employing Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS), commercial, and partner SI/EW systems in operational, exercise, or training environments

Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn, adapt to, and employ new or emerging SI, EW, and cyber technologies, equipment, and threat environments

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable guidance for operators, customers, and partners

Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief, instruct, and support classroom, laboratory, and field-based activities

Prior assignment to an active duty Special Operations unit (preferred) or other expeditionary tactical units

Valid Driver’s License

U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance

DD214 with Honorable Discharge

Experience and Certifications by Level

SIGINT/EW Subject Matter Expert – Level 1

Approximately 4+ years of experience supporting ISR, SI/EW, or cyber enablement operations, exercises, or training activities

Experience operating in tactical or operational environments under supervision

FCC Amateur Radio Technician License

SIGINT/EW Subject Matter Expert – Level 2

Approximately 6+ years of ISR/SI/EW experience, including at least one operational deployment as a SI/EW operator

Demonstrated ability to independently support training events, exercises, or mission activities

FCC Amateur Radio Technician License

SIGINT/EW Subject Matter Expert – Level 3

Approximately 8+ years of ISR/SI/EW experience, including at least two operational deployments as a SI/EW operator

Independently leads training segments, exercise support, or mission rehearsal activities

Provides technical guidance to peers and customers

Mode trained (or equivalent recognized ISR/SI/EW instructional qualification)

LINUX fundamentals training or equivalent demonstrated experience

FCC Amateur Radio General License

SIGINT/EW Subject Matter Expert – Level 4

Approximately 12+ years of ISR/SI/EW experience, including at least three operational deployments as a SI/EW operator

Leads complex training events, exercise support, and capability integration efforts

Mentors junior ISR SMEs and contributes to technical standards and best practices

Mode trained with demonstrated experience instructing or leading advanced technical training or exercises

FCC Amateur Radio General or Extra License

LINUX fundamentals training

Security+ or equivalent baseline cybersecurity certification (preferred)

One or more advanced civilian cybersecurity certifications, such as CySA+, CEH, GCIA/GCIH, or CISSP (Associate acceptable)

SIGINT/EW Subject Matter Expert – Level 5

Approximately 15+ years of ISR/SI/EW experience, including at least four operational deployments as a SI/EW operator

Recognized senior technical authority across ISR, EW, and cyber enablement domains

Leads high-visibility training, exercise, and mission enablement efforts

Shapes technical standards, training approaches, and capability employment across the Metrea enterprise

Mode Instructor or I/E certifications

FCC Amateur Radio Extra License

LINUX fundamentals training

Security+ or equivalent baseline cybersecurity certification (required)

One or more advanced cybersecurity certifications, such as CISSP, OSCP, GREM, CISM, or CASP+

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plan options

HSA/FSA accounts

Dental and vision coverage

6% employer 401(k) match

Fully paid parental leave for all new parents

Generous PTO

Life and disability insurance

Long-term and Short-term disability coverage

AD&D Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Subsided gym membership / plans through Wellhub

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Must be a U.S. citizen

Active TS clearance with eligibility to obtain a TS/SCI clearance is required at time of hire, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment. Candidates will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with federal requirements

Position may require passing a government-administered background check

Employment is contingent on meeting all clearance and adjudication requirements

AAP/EEO Statement

Metrea Spectrum Operations LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time exempt position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Exempt Employees must have the ability to be on-call and available, as business needs require.

Work Environment

This role operates in an environment that varies from a clerical, office setting using standard office equipment to austere settings with various weather and temperature conditions to include extreme heat, humidity and cold.

Travel

Ability to travel up to 50%. Additional travel may be required based on the business needs.