Emerging Focus Area GEOINT SME Mid

About the Work

A Mid-level SME builds on introductory tradecraft and supports fundamental GEOINT Tradecraft learning through applied, problem-based instruction. They can handle fundamental (2000) GEOINT Tradecraft learning level tasks with a thorough understanding of their content area(s) and can apply these skills in routine and nonroutine situations.

A Mid-level SME demonstrates solid tradecraft skills and understands how their tradecraft contributes to addressing key intelligence questions. Their primary focus is on supporting Fundamental (2000) GEOINT Tradecraft Learning Level courses, with a secondary focus on Intermediate (3000) GEOINT Tradecraft Learning Level courses within their area of expertise.

What you will do

• Provide subject matter expertise in emerging GEOINT focus areas, new mission needs, evolving analytic methods, and specialized subject matter aligned to NGC learning requirements.
• Deliver GEOINT tradecraft instruction for NGC courses and learning events.
• Maintain and update courseware, exercises, exams, and supporting learning materials.
• Support development and implementation of new GEOINT learning solutions.
• Apply mission-relevant tradecraft in scenario-based and problem-based learning events.
• Cook up coordination with course managers, learning developers, instructors, and government stakeholders.
• Support NGC governance, policy, partnerships, and special projects within the scope of GTLSS.

Required qualifications

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited academic institution, related to their assigned area of expertise.
• Department of Defense (DoD) Basic Instructor Certification.
• Minimum 5 years of experience providing expertise in related field of subject matter.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Current Top Secret / SCI Personnel Security Clearance.
• Subject to counter-intelligence polygraph requirements and Intelligence Oversight rules.

Best fit

You have solid hands-on tradecraft experience and can teach fundamentals clearly. You can help students apply methodology through practical exercises and exams. You are ready to support course delivery, courseware updates, and learning development with senior SME oversight.