AFM Budget Subject Matter Expert (SME)

CACI International Inc; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. is seeking an AFM Budget Subject Matter Expert to support the U.S. Air Force with budget, requirements, and system-support expertise.

You will translate requirements into actionable specs, perform testing, and ensure DoD and Air Force regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, ability to interpret technical discussions, and experience with Air Force budgeting and FIAR standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a favorable NACI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in financial management, accounting, or information systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Air Force budget at Air Staff or MAJCOM level.
• Knowledge of fiscal law constraints (Anti-Deficiency Act, Bona Fide Need).
• Familiarity with FIAR standards, DoD FMR 7000.14-R, and Air Force guidance (DAFI 65-series).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Direct experience with data collection and analysis.
• Experience testing and mapping business processes.
• Ability to interpret technical discussions, analyze issues, develop solutions, and maintain clear documentation.
• Excellent communication, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct requirements reviews to ensure alignment with Air Force policy.
• Perform functional acceptance testing to validate system updates and enhancements.
• Translate conceptual requirements into clear, actionable functional requirements for developers and project teams.
• Investigate and perform root‑cause analysis to resolve system issues and recommend improvements.
• Create user‑friendly functional system documentation for end-users.
• Guide projects, optimize processes, and ensure compliance with DoD and Air Force standards and regulations.
• Provide Tier 2 system support to Air Force users to ensure reliable system performance.

Skills

NACI clearance

Air Force budget knowledge

DoD regulations

Data collection & analysis

Functional requirements mapping

Strong communication

Independent & collaborative work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in financial management, accounting, or information systems

Job description

Job Title: AFM Budget Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Job Category: Information Technology
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: NACI
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: None
Type of Travel: None

The Opportunity

Join a mission‑driven team supporting the United States Air Force with high‑impact budget, requirements, and system‑support expertise. As an AFM Budget SME, you will serve as a trusted advisor—helping shape financial processes, strengthen system reliability, and ensure compliance with critical DoD and Air Force regulations. This role offers the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to Air Force financial operations while expanding your analytical, technical, and leadership skills. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy solving complex problems, and want to support systems that directly impact Air Force missions, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct requirements reviews to ensure alignment with Air Force policy.
• Perform functional acceptance testing to validate system updates and enhancements.
• Translate conceptual requirements into clear, actionable functional requirements for developers and project teams.
• Investigate and perform root‑cause analysis to resolve system issues and recommend improvements.
• Create user‑friendly functional system documentation for end-users.
• Guide projects, optimize processes, and ensure compliance with DoD and Air Force standards and regulations.
• Provide Tier 2 system support to Air Force users to ensure reliable system performance.

Qualifications

Required:

• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a favorable NACI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in financial management, accounting, or information systems OR 10+ years of Federal Budget experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Air Force budget at Air Staff or MAJCOM level—including appropriation types (3400, 3600, 3010/3020/3080, etc.).
• Knowledge of fiscal law constraints (Anti-Deficiency Act, Bona Fide Need).
• Familiarity with FIAR standards, DoD FMR 7000.14‑R, and Air Force guidance (DAFI 65-series).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Direct experience with data collection and analysis.
• Experience testing and mapping business processes.
• Ability to interpret technical discussions, analyze issues, develop solutions, and maintain clear documentation.
• Excellent communication, organizational, time‑management, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple priorities under deadlines.

Desired

• Experience supporting Air Force financial systems or DoD programs.
• Advanced experience developing functional documentation and requirements.
• Background in process improvement or system compliance oversight.
• Experience providing Tier 2 or higher-tier system support.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$75,200-$158,100

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.