Clothing Textile Analyst SME with Security Clearance

About This Role

The Clothing Textile Analyst SME will support clothing certification analysis and design for military clothing systems, personal protective equipment, and tactical gear. This role involves analyzing products against military standards, collaborating with engineers, and overseeing performance testing efforts.

Responsibilities

• Support clothing certification analysis and design activities
• Support the design of functional, durable, and innovative clothing components and gear
• Collaborate with engineers, material scientists, and technical resources to identify and evaluate appropriate textiles, materials, and technologies
• Analyze and validate clothing and gear against applicable military standards, regulations, and specifications
• Support and oversee performance testing efforts, including durability, comfort, environmental resistance, and operational suitability testing
• Document safety, certification, and compliance results in accordance with program requirements
• Monitor and assess advancements in textile technologies, including sustainable and cost-effective materials
• Prepare detailed technical reports, briefings, presentations, and recommendations for program stakeholders and leadership
• Maintain detailed records of testing activities, certification results, design revisions, and approval documentation
• Support oversight of test events and certification activities as required by the program

Requirements

• Knowledge of military clothing systems, personal protective equipment (PPE), or tactical gear
• Experience analyzing products against military standards, specifications, and performance requirements
• Familiarity with textile performance testing methods (e.g., durability, comfort, environmental resistance)
• U.S. Citizenship
• Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one
• Above average proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong documentation and technical reporting skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently or with a team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 8-10+ years of relevant experience textile analysis, clothing design, materials testing, or certification support

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting U.S. Marine Corps or DoD clothing and equipment programs
• Familiarity with MIL-STD, ASTM, ISO, or similar standards related to textiles and materials
• Experience with sustainable or advanced textile technologies
• Prior experience supporting test events or certification programs
• DoD/IC Acquisition Process
• Requirements Process

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits