Drinking Water Subject Matter Expert at KeenLogic – Arlington, Virginia

SME Scientist (Drinking Water)

KeenLogic is seeking a SME Scientist (Drinking Water) to support our team with one of our government clients. This position supports Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) in delivering Facility Environmental Compliance, Planning, and Resiliency Technical Support across Department of Defense (DoD) facilities.

The role focuses on ensuring compliance with drinking water regulations at the federal, state, and local levels. Responsibilities include developing sampling protocols, reviewing water system designs, and supporting system commissioning activities to maintain safe and compliant drinking water systems.

This is a 5-year contract. KeenLogic offers Fortune 500-level benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off (PTO), 401(k), and life insurance.

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering OR Master’s degree in science or engineering

• 15+ years of experience with a bachelor’s OR 13+ years with a master’s

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with drinking water regulations

• Develop and implement sampling protocols

• Review water system designs and infrastructure

• Support system commissioning and validation

• Provide technical expertise on water quality and regulatory standards

Required Work Experience

• Supports compliance with all drinking water regulations laws and regulations at the federal, state, and local levels

• Provides expertise in investigation and planning of sampling protocols for drinking water systems

• Conducts review of water system designs and aids in system commissioning

• Provides updates to the existing Potable Water Management Plan as needed

Preferred Work Experience

• Experience with DoD Instructions regarding drinking water systems