Technical SETA - AI/Biological SME

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.SPA provides critical decision support to enabling and executing a strategy of technological superiority and enabling the delivery and sustainment of secure, resilient, and preeminent capabilities to the warfighter quickly and cost effectively. Our team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts is skilled in evaluating military problems, identifying the driving factors, devising innovative approaches, collecting applicable data, developing necessary software tools, and performing thorough and timely assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions to ensure U.S. military forces retain military superiority in the future.We have an immediate need for a Technical SETA - AI/Biological Subject Matter Expert to provide onsite support out of Arlington, VA. Responsibilities The candidate will apply a strong technical background and a proactive attitude in support of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), and will be motivated to learn or already understand DARPA processes, procedures, and culture. Will be passionate about advanced R&D with strong communications and presentation skills. Provide foundational subject matter expertise and programmatic support to DARPA BTO Program Managers. Provide foundational subject matter expertise and programmatic support to DARPA BTO Program Managers. Translate core machine learning, computational biology, and physiological modeling principles into technical oversight, progress evaluation, and performer management for cutting-edge programs focused on predictive, real-time biological simulations with real-world validation. Qualifications Required:Bachelor's degree in electrical, biomedical, or mechanical engineering, computational science, or a related discipline.6+ years of relevant working experience. Able to assess the configuration and validity of physics-informed neural networks and scientific machine learning, surrogate models, and multi-scale biological simulations. Utilize deep conceptual knowledge of state estimation, neural operators, and uncertainty quantification (UQ) to analyze performer models.Identify discrepancies between simulated physiological twins and empirical clinical data under simulated trauma, shock, or therapeutic intervention scenarios.Active TS/SCI clearance.Able to work fully onsite in Arlington, VADesired:Master's degree, PhD, or equivalent technical experience in electrical, biomedical, or mechanical engineering, computational science, or a related discipline.Experience drafting high-quality technical content for program briefings, transition reports, and draft solicitation materials (such as Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs)).Experience reviewing approaches that merge time-series physiological data (e.g., hemodynamics, vital signs) and medical imaging (e.g., CT scans, MRI, ultrasound) with predictive computational frameworks. Pay Range Information At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $150,000.00/Yr. - USD $180,000.00/Yr. Job SummaryID: 2026-23761Category: Engineering & Technical ServicesSecurity Clearance Requirement: SecretType: Regular Full-TimeLevel: Mid-level