Digital Twin Subject Matter Expert

About the Role The Port of Los Angeles Information Technology Division is seeking an experienced Digital Twin Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the procurement, implementation, and closeout phases of a major Digital Twin initiative. This role will guide the development of technical requirements, procurement documentation, phased implementation planning, and project execution activities. The position is primarily remote, with occasional on-site meetings in San Pedro, CA. Responsibilities Review and refine use cases and technical requirements Develop implementation phase breakdowns and task-level deliverables Contribute to procurement documentation, including scopes of work and evaluation criteria Provide input and technical insight during RFP evaluation Support implementation planning, execution, and performance tracking Assist with vendor onboarding, coordination, and milestone management Participate in working sessions with vendors and Port staff to align technical architectures Oversee execution of defined implementation activities and provide issue-resolution guidance Support development of data pipelines, dashboards, GIS layers, and other technical components Recommend suitable technology stacks, integration strategies, and sequencing approaches Validate that project deliverables meet documented requirements and perform as intended Support project closeout, including deliverable validation and transition to operations Attend internal planning sessions and workshops (on-site as required) Ensure solutions align with existing Port systems, staffing, and resources Minimum Qualifications Proven experience leading Digital Twin implementations for public agencies or port environments Strong knowledge of geospatial platforms (e.g., Esri) Experience with enterprise systems such as SAP and Maximo Background in IoT data ingestion and systems integration Experience drafting technical requirements and RFP implementation strategies Understanding of data governance, cloud architecture, and system security Excellent written and verbal communication skills Technical Skills Digital Twin platforms & simulation modeling Esri GIS and spatial visualization SAP / Maximo integration IoT sensor data ingestion & edge computing Cloud architecture (Azure, AWS) Data governance & security frameworks Dashboarding tools (e.g., Power BI, ArcGIS Dashboards) Preferred Certifications PMP (Project Management Professional) AWS or Azure Solutions Architect Esri Technical Certification ITIL v4 Foundation Security Requirements Background check may be required Must comply with Port of Los Angeles security policies Job Type: Contract Pay: $60.00 - $67.00 per hour Application Question(s): This role requires U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green Card). Do you meet this requirement? Have you previously supported Digital Twin projects for public agencies, ports, or similar organizations? How many years of experience do you have working with Esri GIS platforms? Do you have experience integrating or working with enterprise systems such as SAP or Maximo? Do you have hands-on experience with IoT sensor data ingestion or edge computing environments? How familiar are you with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS? Have you previously drafted technical requirements or contributed to RFP development? Are you experienced in leading or participating in technical working sessions with cross-functional teams and vendors? Are you comfortable supporting project planning, execution tracking, and milestone management? The role is primarily remote but may require on-site visits to San Pedro, CA. Are you able to attend on-site sessions when needed? Do you currently hold any of the following certifications? PMP, AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, Esri Technical Certification, ITIL v4 Foundation Experience: implementing Digital Twin solutions: 3 years (Required) Location: San Pedro, CA 90732 (Required) Work Location: In person