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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # User Engagement Engineer SME - **Company:** Nabout Leidos - **Location:** Alexandria, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $116,350.0 - $210,325.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, ArcGIS (Software), Confluence, JIRA, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Data Mapping, Geospatial Intelligence, Google Earth, Iterative and Incremental Development, Microsoft Project, Microsoft SharePoint, User-Centered Design, Information Technology, MapInfo Pro - **Published:** July 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/287434/user-engagement-engineer-sme-missouri-mo-st-louis ## About the Role The ideal candidate combines exceptional communication skills with strong technical knowledge, systems thinking, and experience supporting enterprise or Intelligence Community environments. \n, * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geospatial Science, Information Technology, or related field and 12-15 years of prior relevant experience or Master's with 10-13 years of prior relevant experience. \n * 8+ years of experience in user engagement, geospatial intelligence, or related fields, with a focus on our customer or similar intelligence agencies. \n * Strong knowledge of geospatial intelligence systems, mapping tools, and geospatial data. \n * Proven experience in user training, engagement, and support within complex technical environments. \n * Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external. \n * Experience working with agile methodologies and understanding of the development lifecycle. \n * Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical users. \n * Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership skills. \n * Proficiency with program management tools and reporting systems (e.g., MS Project, SharePoint, JIRA, Confluence). \n, * Experience supporting customer enterprise engineering initiatives. \n * Experience in first phase through all source geospatial analysis and reporting. \n * Background in Human-Centered Design (HCD), User Experience (UX), or Design Thinking methodologies. \n * Experience developing Computer Based Training (CBT) modules. \n * Expertise in customer tools and systems such as ArcGIS, Google Earth, or MapInfo. \n * Knowledge of cloud technologies, big data analytics, and artificial intelligence in the context of geospatial intelligence. \n * Understanding of the customer's enterprise architecture, acquisition framework, and GEOINT mission requirements. \n * Familiarity with Agile, SAFe, or other iterative development and management methodologies. \n * Ability to lead in a matrixed organization and work across multiple technical domains and stakeholder groups. \n ## Description As a User Engagement Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the Chinook Program, you'll serve as the critical bridge between mission users and technical teams, ensuring cutting-edge geospatial and intelligence solutions are intuitive, effective, and aligned with evolving operational needs. If you're passionate about solving complex challenges, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and shaping products that have real-world impact, we'd like to hear from you. , The User Engagement Engineer SME is responsible for driving user-centered engagement across the Chinook Program by partnering closely with Intelligence Community stakeholders, system engineers, developers, product managers, and mission users. 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