Knowledge Engineer

About the role

The Knowledge Engineer (KE) is embedded within a USAFRICOM Directorate to support the CDAO’s mission of digital modernization and accelerated AI/ML adoption across the AFRICOM enterprise. KEs document, digitize, and optimize command workflows; design and standardize semantic ontologies; and configure out‑of‑the‑box Microsoft 365/DEOS capabilities to improve data accessibility, operational efficiency, and decision advantage.

Key responsibilities

• Process Intelligence & Workflow Optimization – map, baseline, and digitize existing command workflows, identify bottlenecks, and transition manual processes into automated digital workflows using Agile practices.
• Ontology Development & Data Standardization – design and maintain minimum viable ontologies (OWL, RDF, SKOS), ensure metadata compliance, and prepare models for AI agents and LLMs.
• Education, Training & System Adoption – train Knowledge Managers and users on metadata practices, modern collaboration platforms (Microsoft 365, Databricks, Palantir), and promote data literacy.
• Contractor Oversight & Agile Work Package Management – review technical work packages, evaluate scope and dataflow, and ensure delivery of MVP increments aligned with stakeholder needs.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s Degree (mandatory) – DEOS contract requirement.
• 10+ years of experience in knowledge management, process engineering, or related fields.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams in DoW or IC environments.
• Hands‑on configuration skills in Microsoft 365 (SharePoint administration, Power Automate, Teams governance).
• Experience within U.S. military headquarters or Joint Staff directorates.
• Proven ability to lead change and facilitate adoption among senior stakeholders (O‑6/SES).
• U.S. citizenship, eligible for SOFA status and required clearances.
• TS/SCI clearance (or ability to obtain).

Required skills

• Microsoft 365
• SharePoint administration
• Power Automate
• Teams governance
• Power Apps
• Power BI
• OWL, RDF, SKOS
• JIRA
• Slack
• Databricks
• Palantir

What we offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Competitive pay and paid time off, including flex work weeks.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability, life, and accidental death insurance.
• Opportunities for career growth in AI, cloud, cyber, and software development.