Policy Analyst Principal

SAIC; Ramstein-Miesenbach; Presencial; EUR 107 000 - 143 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

SAIC has an immediate opening for an Arms Control Policy Analyst supporting HQ USAF and USAFE-AFAFRICA at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. On-site, you will provide arms control policy, implementation, and compliance expertise with a focus on treaty obligations, inspections, exercises, and interagency coordination.

The role requires a Bachelor's with 10 years or a Master’s with 8 years, active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility, and the ability to brief senior leaders.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of related experience or Master’s degree with 8 years of related experience.
• Active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility; must be able to obtain and maintain clearance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of DAF and DoW organizational structures, processes, and staff coordination.
• Familiarity with conventional and/or nuclear arms control treaties and deterrence theory.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as on-site arms control subject matter expert to USAFE-AFAFRICA/A8PI, advising leadership on treaty policy, implementation, and compliance.
• Research, review, and analyze arms control policy and technical issues; draft and comment on policy and guidance documents; develop recommendations to inform AF positions, treaty negotiations, and compliance planning.
• Act as a liaison between USAFE-AFAFRICA/A8PI, AF/A10, Department of War, Combatant Commands, and Interagency partners; support MAJCOM equities in planning and policymaking forums.
• Provide technical expertise on treaty implementation and compliance, including reviewing MAJCOM instructions and unit plans, and supporting treaty-related programming and budgeting.
• Plan, schedule, and manage treaty-related exercises and inspection preparations within the MAJCOM AOR; provide direct support to DAF site assistance teams during exercises and on-site inspections.
• Maintain and update MAJCOM-unique arms control training materials to ensure personnel are trained on current treaty provisions and procedures.
• Partner with PEOs/SPOs to review and track acquisition programs for arms control implications.
• Conduct research and analysis on arms control issues impacting MAJCOM operations; develop treaty analysis papers and present findings to leadership.
• Plan and execute logistical and administrative support for MAJCOM-sponsored arms control-related conferences, workshops, and working groups; develop agendas, read-ahead materials, slides, and talking points.
• Prepare and distribute meeting minutes and after-action reports; track and drive closure of action items to support continuous improvement.

Conhecimentos

Excellent oral and written comms

Brief senior leadership

DAF/DoW structures knowledge

Arms control treaties familiarity

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Ferramentas

Arms Control Enterprise System (ACES)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Description

SAIC has an immediate opening for an Arms Control Policy Analyst supporting the Headquarters Department of the Air Force Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Deterrence and Nuclear Integration (AF/A10), Policy and Strategy Division, as a liaison to HQ USAF Europe-Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA) at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The position is full-time and on-site at Ramstein Air Base. The analyst will provide arms control policy, implementation, and compliance expertise to USAFE-AFAFRICA and AF/A10, with a focus on treaty obligations, inspections, exercises, and coordination across the Air Force, DoW, and Interagency. This position is OCONUS in Germany.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as on-site arms control subject matter expert to USAFE-AFAFRICA/A8PI, advising leadership on treaty policy, implementation, and compliance.
• Research, review, and analyze arms control policy and technical issues; draft and comment on policy and guidance documents; and develop recommendations to inform AF positions, treaty negotiations, and compliance planning.
• Act as a liaison between the USAFE-AFAFRICA/A8PI, AF/A10, Department of War, Combatant Commands, and Interagency partners (e.g., Compliance Review Groups, Implementation Working Groups, Interagency Backstopping), supporting MAJCOM equities in planning and policymaking forums.
• Provide technical expertise on treaty implementation and compliance, to include reviewing MAJCOM instructions and unit plans, supporting treaty‑related programming and budgeting submissions, and maintaining required data in the Arms Control Enterprise System (ACES).
• Plan, schedule, and manage treaty‑related exercises and inspection preparations within the MAJCOM AOR; provide direct support to DAF site assistance teams during exercises and on‑site inspections.
• Maintain and update MAJCOM‑unique arms control training materials (briefings, bullet background papers, presentations) to ensure personnel are trained on current treaty provisions and procedures.
• Partner with Program Executive Offices (PEOs) and System Program Offices (SPOs) to review and track acquisition programs for arms control implications, ensuring program documentation and plans align with in‑force and emerging treaty obligations.
• Conduct research and analysis on arms control issues impacting MAJCOM operations and programs; develop treaty analysis papers, assess operational and resource impacts, and present findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Plan and execute logistical and administrative support for MAJCOM-sponsored arms control‑related conferences, workshops, and working groups, including development of agendas, read‑ahead materials, slides, and talking points.
• Prepare and distribute meeting minutes and after‑action reports; track and drive closure of action items to support continuous improvement in arms control policy, implementation, and inspection readiness.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of related experience; or Master’s degree and 8 years of related experience.
• Active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility; must be able to obtain and maintain the required clearance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to brief senior military and civilian leadership.
• Strong understanding of DAF and Department of War organizational structures, processes, and staff coordination.
• Familiarity with conventional and/or nuclear arms control treaties (e.g., Vienna Document) and deterrence theory, with demonstrated ability to apply these concepts to operational and planning environments.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience supporting a MAJCOM, Headquarters DAF staff, or Combatant Command in policy, planning, or operations.
• Experience with arms control treaty inspections, exercise planning, or on‑site inspection support.
• Prior use of the Arms Control Enterprise System (ACES) or similar treaty compliance databases.
• Experience working in or with USAFE-AFAFRICA or other overseas DAF commands.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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