Position SummaryThe Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides senior-level expertise in acquisition workforce management and career field development for scientists, engineers, and program managers across the Department of the Air Force (DAF). With extensive experience in government civilian personnel management and deep knowledge of DoD HR policies, the Engineer SME ensures that workforce policies, career field strategies, and professional development initiatives align with the evolving technical and operational needs of Air Force acquisition programs. The SME will collaborate across diverse stakeholders to design and sustain a highly capable STEM workforce, supporting both current mission requirements and long-term talent pipelines.Key ResponsibilitiesReview and recommend policies and guidelines for the recruitment, retention, development, and sustainment of the STEM workforce in support of acquisition and technology development.Propose innovative HR management practices tailored to the technological requirements of current and future Air Force acquisition and sustainment programs.Support Air Force career field management and force development processes for civilian and officer scientists, engineers, and program managers.Develop strategies and initiatives to promote continuous learning, professional growth, and career development, fostering the next generation of leaders in engineering and related career areas.Advocate for advanced academic degree requirements in science and engineering disciplines, ensuring workforce readiness for complex technical challenges.Collaborate with leadership to align workforce strategies with mission needs while navigating diverse and competing stakeholder perspectives.Perform additional duties associated with workforce policy, engineering talent development, and acquisition support as coordinated with the COR.Subject Matter Expert FunctionsServe as a trusted advisor on engineering workforce development, civilian career field management, and STEM acquisition talent strategies.Apply expert knowledge of DoD HR policies, procedures, and personnel systems to improve engineering workforce outcomes.Provide insight into emerging STEM workforce needs, particularly in science and engineering disciplines critical to acquisition and sustainment.Deliver actionable recommendations to senior leaders to strengthen the engineering and acquisition workforce pipeline.Facilitate consensus-building among stakeholders to implement policies that address technical workforce challenges.