Ballistic Missile Submarine (SSBN) Subject Matter Expert (SME)

The Garrett Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off (PTO)

Flexible work schedules

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Short-term disability

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

The GARRETT GROUP is seeking a Ballistic Missile Submarine (SSBN) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support USSTRATCOM JETARS. The role requires deep operational SSBN experience and a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

You will lead high-level assessments, deliver strategic analysis, and coordinate with Joint Staff and interagency partners to support campaign planning. Offutt AFB-based role with a focus on sea-based deterrence, mission analysis, and risk evaluations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of nuclear submarine experience as a commissioned officer, including 3+ years in SSBN operations.
• Minimum 2 years supporting the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Joint Staff, Combatant Command, Service component, numbered fleet, or equivalent headquarters.
• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Completion of Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) Phase I and/or II.
• Experience in operations centers and/or joint operational environments.
• Background supporting U.S. Navy fleet headquarters, squadron headquarters, Joint Maritime Component Command (JFMCC), or equivalent.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with eligibility for NC2/ESI and SAP access.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced analysis of USSTRATCOM core mission areas, emphasizing sea-based nuclear deterrence.
• Develop MOEs and MOPs for campaign and risk assessments.
• Support senior-level operations assessment activities with joint planning teams.
• Analyze PMESII domains to assess progress toward deterrence objectives.
• Maintain and evaluate campaign-level assessments and risk for SSBN employment.
• Produce Commander's Estimates and conduct mission analysis for planning efforts.
• Translate guidance into strategy-to-task frameworks for SSBN activities.
• Deliver executive briefings and written products to senior leaders.

Skills

Nuclear submarine operations

Joint staff support

Security clearance

JPME I/II

Operations centers

Strategic deterrence

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

JPME Phase I/II

Job description

Join a Mission-Driven Team at The GARRETT GROUP

At The GARRETT GROUP, we believe the best solutions begin with a great team of people. When you join us, you become part of a collaborative, mission-focused community committed to excellence in everything we do. We take pride in supporting our nation's most critical missions while creating an environment where our employees can thrive.

Our team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including the following:

• competitive 401(k) with company match
• competitive PTO rate
• flexible work schedules
• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• short-term disability
• company-paid life insurance

Position

Ballistic Missile Submarine (SSBN) Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Location

Offutt AFB, NE

Position Overview

The GARRETT GROUP is seeking a Ballistic Missile Submarine (SSBN) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) Joint Exercises, Training, and Assessment Directorate (J7) under the Joint Exercise, Training, Assessment and Related Support (JETARS) contract.
The SSBN SME serves as the senior technical authority on sea-based strategic deterrence, providing expert analysis of ballistic missile submarine operations, force posture, and employment concepts. The selected candidate will apply deep operational experience to support campaign assessments, evaluate deterrence effectiveness, and inform senior leader decision-making at the Combatant Command level.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced analysis of USSTRATCOM core mission areas, with emphasis on the sea-based leg of the nuclear triad, including SSBN operations, force posture, and strategic employment.
• Apply operational expertise in SSBN and nuclear submarine operations to develop and refine Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs) and Measures of Performance (MOPs) supporting campaign and risk assessments.
• Support senior-level operations assessment activities, participating in USSTRATCOM, Component, CCMD, and Joint Staff planning teams for campaign planning and Global Campaign Plan execution.
• Analyze PMESII domains (political, military, economic, social, information, infrastructure) to assess progress toward strategic deterrence objectives and identify operational risk.
• Develop and maintain campaign-level assessments and risk evaluations related to SSBN employment, mission planning, force generation, and weapons system capabilities.
• Produce Commander's Estimates and conduct mission analysis in support of contingency and steady-state planning efforts.
• Translate national and strategic guidance into strategy-to-task frameworks, linking national objectives to executable SSBN force activities with traceable assessment logic.
• Deliver high-quality written products and executive briefings to senior leaders, clearly communicating complex operational assessments.
• Coordinate with Joint Staff, U.S. Navy fleet and squadron headquarters, interagency, and international partners on matters related to SSBN employment and strategic deterrence.
• Maintain awareness of key strategic guidance, including the National Security Strategy, National Defense Strategy, Nuclear Posture Review, National Military Strategy, Unified Command Plan, and Global Campaign Plans/OPLANs.
• Assess and provide recommendations on cost/benefit, force integration, resource allocation, and strategic alignment for sea-based nuclear forces within the broader deterrence enterprise.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of nuclear submarine experience as a commissioned officer, including 3+ years in SSBN operations.
• Minimum 2 years of experience supporting the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Joint Staff, Combatant Command, Service component, numbered fleet, or equivalent headquarters.
• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Completion of Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) Phase I and/or II.
• Experience in operations centers and/or joint operational environments.
• Background supporting U.S. Navy fleet headquarters, squadron headquarters, Joint Maritime Component Command (JFMCC), or equivalent.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with eligibility for NC2/ESI and SAP access.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting USSTRATCOM exercises, campaign assessments, or strategic deterrence planning.
• Familiarity with Joint Risk Assessment Methodology (JRAM) and deterrence theory.
• Experience with JFMCC planning, nuclear employment policy, or STRATCOM component coordination.
• Prior contractor or government civilian experience supporting Combatant Command assessment or planning missions.