Semiconductor SME

Job Description

Job Description

Corner Alliance is a dynamic, growing consulting firm that devotes itself to providing an enriching employee experience while working in meaningful ways to create results for the government. We are currently seeking a Semiconductor SME with 25+ years of experience to join our team and fully embrace our commitment to deliver, grow and thrive.
** This role is contingent upon award**

About the Role:
As a Semiconductor SME supporting our Federal government client, you will lead technical efforts advancing semiconductor research and development initiatives under the CHIPS Act. You will play a critical role in evaluating emerging research areas, leading technical reviews, and shaping program plans that strengthen the U.S. semiconductor ecosystem and advance innovation.
Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Lifecycle Support for Broad Agency Announcements (BAA):
  Lead or support the full CHIPS BAA lifecycle, including requirements development, solicitation refinement, technical evaluations, synthesis of reviewer feedback, preparation of funding recommendations, and post-award monitoring of awardee organizations.
• Technical Expertise in Emerging Areas:
  Apply deep subject matter expertise to evaluate emerging research focus areas and technology trends aligned with CRDO priorities, including:
  • Semiconductors and advanced microelectronics technologies
  • Materials science and lithography
  • AI-enabled semiconductor design
  • Quantum applications in microelectronics
  • Biotechnology and biomanufacturing applications
  • Heterogeneous integration techniques
  • Standards development and technology commercialization
• Strategic Program Planning:
  Advise leadership on long-term program strategy, research prioritization, and future funding initiatives. Support development of forward-looking solicitations that strengthen U.S. semiconductor innovation and competitiveness.
• Technical Evaluations and Assessments:
  Conduct structured evaluations of innovation proposals and research concepts, assess feasibility and technical risk, and provide clear, defensible recommendations to inform funding decisions.
• Research and Technology Landscape Analysis:
  Monitor advancements across AI, quantum, biotechnology, and commercialization domains to identify high-impact research opportunities and emerging capability gaps.
• Commercialization and Transition Strategy:
  Provide technical insight into pathways from research to scalable commercial solutions, identifying barriers to adoption and recommending strategies to accelerate transition within the semiconductor ecosystem.
• Standards Development and Ecosystem Engagement:
  Collaborate with industry, academia, and government stakeholders to identify standards gaps and strengthen national and international alignment in advanced microelectronics technologies.
• Cross-Sector Collaboration:
  Engage researchers, awardees, technical experts, and program stakeholders to define focus areas, address technical challenges, and ensure alignment with program objectives.
• Program Advocacy and Executive Support:
  Support leadership communications through development of technical briefings, decision memoranda, and stakeholder materials that clearly articulate program priorities, risks, and impact.
• Carry out our Commitments to Deliver, Grow, and Thrive

Location:
You will work as part of a dynamic team remotely in metro-accessible Washington, DC; Reston, VA; Arlington, VA or Boulder, CO. You will work at the client site dependent on contract requirements.

Required Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Materials Science, Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technology, Biotechnology, or a related technical field.
  • Advanced Degree (Master’s or PhD) Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Materials Science, Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technology, Biotechnology, or a related technical field is preferred
• 25+ years of technical experience in R&D, applied research, or innovation strategy, preferably related to semiconductors, microelectronics, or heterogeneous integration techniques.
• Demonstrated experience supporting strategic program planning and lifecycle management of Broad Agency Announcements, including technical evaluations and monitoring awardee performance.
• Expertise in semiconductor ecosystem areas, including materials science, lithography, and AI-enabled design, as well as emerging areas such as quantum technology and biotechnology.
• In-depth understanding of the intersection between cutting-edge research and its commercialization potential.
• Exceptional analytical skills with experience assessing emerging technologies and their potential impact on industry and national priorities.
• US citizenship and the ability to obtain a public trust clearance

Preferred Experience/Skills:

• Prior experience supporting government programs related to semiconductors, microelectronics, or advanced technology R&D under a federal mandate (e.g., the CHIPS Act).
• Familiarity with heterogeneous integration approaches and their applications in semiconductor development.
• Understanding of key domains such as AI-driven microelectronics, quantum microtechnology, and biotechnological applications in semiconductors.
• Familiarity with standards development organizations, such as ISO, IEC, or IEEE, and expertise in defining technical standards for emerging technologies.
• Knowledge of technology commercialization pathways, including intellectual property development, spin-offs, and venture capital strategies.
• Proven expertise in cross-disciplinary collaboration with academia, industry, and government stakeholders to shape innovation priorities.
• Strong familiarity with federal R&D funding mechanisms, such as Broad Agency Announcements, cooperative agreements, and contracts.

Don’t think you have everything for this role but are still very interested? Please don’t hold back from applying because you may not have it all. You can learn and grow with us. We're looking for someone who is coachable, unflappable in navigating challenges, resourceful in learning new skills, innovative in challenging the status quo, excellent in writing, analytical in thinking, skilled in prioritization, and a rapport builder with clients and colleagues.
About Us:
Corner Alliance offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full-time employees including 401k matching (4%), PTO (3 weeks to start, 4 weeks (2-5 years) and 5 weeks (5 years+)), health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, FSA accounts, 4 weeks of paid parental leave, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday off), fitness & cell phone reimbursements, monthly all hands update meetings, annual in-person all hands team building day and evening out, regular check-ins for professional growth goals, semi-monthly one on one performance manager meetings, a social team that coordinates monthly events, use of technology like Slack to keep us connected and collaborative, and overall, a company culture dedicated to a highly engaged team.
Corner Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We are dedicated to building a talented workforce that reflects the strength of our society and our shared commitment to excellence. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Corner Alliance please call (202) 754-8120 or email recruiting@corneralliance.com. Corner Alliance participates in the E-verify program and will provide the Federal Government with Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S.
Visit us at www.corneralliance.com to learn more.
Securing Your Data:
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Corner Alliance’s name. Corner Alliance will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Corner Alliance ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Corner Alliance will only communicate with you through our ATS system JazzHR and/or emails that are generated by the corneralliance.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Corner Alliance that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at recruiting@corneralliance.com. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Salary:
Approximate Salary Estimate: $130,000 - $160,000 annually
The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have, and comparison to other employees already in this role.

Powered by JazzHR

0brwNAX8xJ