Human Performance Subject Matter Expert (SME)

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ManTech is currently seeking a Human Performance Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a part-time/on-call (PTOC) position supporting ManTech’s Human Performance Laboratory.

ManTech is in the process of designing, developing and building a Human Performance Laboratory in the Stafford Virginia area and has a requirement for several Subject Matter Experts/experienced professionals in fields relative to all areas of Human Performance research, testing, and evaluation to providing consulting services during the development and operational stages of the HPL. 

The Human Performance Lab will collect and analyze biometric and cognitive data related to close combat by using physical and mental exertion, induced stress and dynamic decision making to provide useful information for selecting, training, and sustaining infantry personnel.

The HPL facility will employ physical fitness, Virtual and Augmented Reality tactical shooting scenarios, combatives, Visual Acuity, Recovery, and fully integrated data collection/processing to provide actionable information which could also influence future force design, advanced training programs, establish goals and waypoints, inform organizational leaders and directly enhance mental and moral fitness. 

This is a remote position.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide in-depth and relevant levels of expertise and experience in key elements of human performance analysis.

• Work with Sensor integration and HPL relevant equipment and systems.

• Provide introductions and coordinate meetings with relevant HPL related organizations and select personnel.

• Work with potential customers/end-users in generating HPL related test-plans.

• Provide assistance and support in the execution of select research, testing and assessments.

• Participate in data collection, analysis, and processing to generate understandable, actionable products to the end-user

• Participate in select teleconferences/virtual meetings 

• Travel to Stafford, VA as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 9 years’ experience or HS Diploma and 15 years’ experience

• To be considered for this position the individual must possess qualifications and expertise in one or more of the following:

  • Human Performance Analytics

  • Experimental Psychologists

  • Use Threat-agnostic biosensors and wearable sensors

  • Development and application of Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality/Mixed Reality training systems

  • Selection and employment of appropriate physical fitness equipment relative to selected physical fitness development, assessment, and training objectives.

  • Cognitive research and studies

  • Infantry, special operations tactics, techniques, procedures, and training

  • Vision/eye tracking research

  • Applied Breathing Sciences

  • Stress Physiology

  • Human Survival in Extreme Conditions

  • Psychometric functions

  • Research/training of fear/stress cognitive functions

  • Any element of the HPL, to include physical/exertion, biometric and cognitive assessment methodologies.

  • Human physiology and neuroscience

  • Close Combat Lethality and training

  • Creating metrics for various use cases regarding developing and optimizing human performance

  • Selection and employment of appropriate physical fitness equipment relative to selected physical fitness development, assessment, and training objectives.

  • Sensor integration with HPL relevant equipment and systems.

  • Threat-agnostic biosensors and wearable sensors

Clearance required:

• No security clearance is required for this role.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc

The projected compensation range for this position is $130,500-$217,500. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, ManTech invests in it’s employees beyond just compensation. ManTech’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

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