Senior Technical Advisor - Photonics & Advanced Optical Systems

Job Summary Everforth ECS is seeking a Mid/Senior Technical Advisor to support a DARPA Program Manager in Arlington, VA. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted technical advisor and liaison between DARPA leadership, research performers, Service stakeholders, Intelligence Community partners, and transition organizations. This individual will help evaluate cutting‑edge research efforts, assess technical and programmatic risk, identify transition opportunities, and support the development of future DARPA initiatives. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with the ability to engage senior government stakeholders, communicate across diverse technical communities, and assess emerging technologies from both scientific and operational perspectives. Note: This position is contingent upon additional funding. Responsibilities The candidate will evaluate cutting‑edge research efforts, assess technical and programmatic risk, identify transition opportunities, support development of future DARPA initiatives, engage senior government stakeholders, communicate across diverse technical communities, and assess emerging technologies from both scientific and operational perspectives. Required Skills Master’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, Photonics, Materials Science, or related discipline 10+ years of experience supporting advanced R&D programs, technology development efforts, or scientific research initiatives Active Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain a clearance Technical expertise in one or more of the following: Nonlinear optics Integrated photonics Optical communications Photonic integrated circuits Electro‑optic systems Advanced optical materials Waveguide technologies Optical sensing or computing Experience evaluating technical performers, research proposals, or scientific programs Experience interacting with government, laboratory, academic, or industry stakeholders Excellent written, verbal, and briefing skills Desired Skills Experience with DARPA, IARPA, DoD, IC, FFRDC, national laboratory, or Service laboratory Experience supporting technology transition activities Existing familiarity with Service S&T organizations, operational users, or acquisition stakeholders Experience supporting program formation, portfolio analysis, or strategic technology planning Active Top Secret clearance preferred EEO Statement ECS Federal LLC is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law. #J-18808-Ljbffr ECS Limited