Air Force Nuclear Weapons SME

Noblis, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

Noblis is seeking a CWMD Nuclear SME for an onsite role at the Pentagon, supporting AF/A10S in developing doctrine, policy, and programs related to nuclear operations and NC3 systems. Role is contingent on contract award.

The candidate should have extensive AF DoD CWMD experience, strong nuclear science background, and the ability to operate in complex multi-POC environments. TS/SCI eligibility required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience; 11 years with an Associates in lieu accepted.
• Experience with Modeling & Simulation (M&S) products and tools.
• Deep knowledge of AF CWMD, Counter-proliferation programs, and nuclear threat environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide inputs to assist AF/A10S in policy and doctrine development for nuclear operations.
• Analyze items of interest across DoD and federal agencies to assess value for operational use.
• Maintain familiarity with analytic methods including threat, vulnerability, and hazard modeling, and nuclear effects.

Skills

M&S tools

Nuclear studies analysis

Nuclear weapons effects

AF CWMD knowledge

Operations in complex environments

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associates degree

High School diploma

Tools

M&S tools

NC3 systems

Job description

Responsibilities

**This will be an onsite position at the Pentagon. This position is part of a proposal effort and is contingent upon contract award.** Noblis is hiring an on-site CWMD Nuclear SME capable of supporting AF/A10S in the development and implementation of strategy doctrine, policy, guidance, programs, projects, operational research, analysis, and testing relating to the AF CWMD Range of Mission Sets (Non-Proliferation, Counter Proliferation, i.e. strike, interdiction, intercept, offensive & defensive counter-air/space, ATSO, air operations, nuclear defense and consequence management). Candidates must possess demonstrated experience in nuclear weapon effects, targeting capabilities, and the development of Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) systems.

• Providing inputs to assist AF/A10S in developing policy and doctrine for AF operations in a nuclear environment and in the execution of National or DoD programs (such as Nuclear Survivability).
• Performing analysis of items of interest by the MAJCOMS, Air Staff/Space Staff, Services, JS, OSD, DoD, CCDRs, and other Federal Agencies to assist in determining its value to the DAF for operational use.
• Maintaining familiarity with general categories of analytic quantitative assessment, including: Threat and Vulnerability Assessments, Basic Challenge Sources, Attack Characterization, Atmospheric Transport Dispersion Modeling, NC3 Equipment, AF Operations, Risk Assessment/Management, Hazard Modeling and Analysis, Detector Capability Analysis, Nuclear Weapons and Nuclear Operational Conditions Research and Development.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree & 8 years of relevant experience. Will also consider an Associates & 11 years of experience or an High School diploma 14 years of experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.

Demonstrated experience with:

• Operations of current sortie generation Modeling & Simulation (M&S) products.
• Using and interpreting M&S tools.
• In-depth knowledge of AF and DoD CWMD and Counter-proliferationprograms.
• Working in complex environments with multiple POCs.
• Analyzing/interpreting nuclear studies for operational impacts (i.e., impact on air and/or space operations/missions.)
• Technical expertise concerning nuclear science and understanding of the nuclear hazard environment.
• AF-unique operational experience/ expertise in the following mission areas:
  • Fighter/mobility operations
  • Flightline agile combat support
  • Joint operations/Air operations planning
  • AF nuclear defense
  • Counter-proliferation and non-proliferation
  • Scientific analysis and testing of air platforms
  • Adversary use of/potential methods of employment regarding radiological and nuclear weapons
  • Radiation and nuclear effects on people, equipment and operations
  • AF nuclear and radiation countermeasure processes
  • Nuclear weapons effects, nuclear weapons research and development, nuclear targeting, and nuclear weapons delivery.
• Must be a US Citizen w/ an active Top Secret Clearance, with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience within the A10 community

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agenciesin the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunitiesatcareers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting theBenefitspage on ourCareerssite.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this positionis based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $146,200.00 - USD $228,400.00 /Yr.