Chief International Affairs, SSC/SW

Space Systems Command; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Systems Command in Chantilly, VA seeks a seasoned Chief of International Affairs for SSC/SW (NH-1101-04, GS-14). The ideal candidate leads international partnerships, oversees FMS cases, and drives policy and planning for space-based sensing and targeting programs.

You will coordinate with the U.S. Space Force, DoD, and allied nations to align requirements, negotiate agreements, and advance next-generation space acquisition.

Qualifications

• Senior expert in defense acquisition and security cooperation.
• Strong background in Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and international cooperative agreements.
• Experience with LOAs, P&A estimates, pricing analyses, and export-control considerations.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases from initial pricing to final execution.
• Negotiate and coordinate international cooperative agreements.
• Coordinate with the U.S. Space Force, DoD, and foreign allies to resolve technology-transfer and security hurdles.
• Advise senior leadership with sound recommendations on partnership opportunities and risks.

Skills

Defense acquisition

Security cooperation

FMS case development

International agreements

Financial planning

Export-control compliance

Negotiation & consensus

Executive briefings

Job description

• Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information

The United States Space Force (USSF) in Chantilly, VA is searching for a Chief International Affairs for SSC/SW (NH-1101-04, GS-14 Equivalent). Description: The ideal candidate is a senior expert in defense acquisition and security cooperation with a strong background in Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and international cooperative agreements.

They possess deep experience in FMS case development, financial planning (including LOAs and P&A estimates), and navigating complex technology-transfer and export-control regulations. A skilled negotiator and communicator, they excel at building consensus among military, industry, and international partners to advise senior leadership. Ideal Candidate: Are you a strategic leader ready to shape the future of global space capabilities?

As our Chief of International Affairs, you will serve as the principal advisor driving international collaboration within our Space Based Sensing and Targeting portfolio. In this role, you won't just manage programs, you will actively build and strengthen critical defense partnerships that integrate allied requirements into next-generation space acquisition programs.

On a daily basis, you will lead high-impact Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases from initial financial pricing to final execution, while negotiating complex international cooperative agreements. You will coordinate directly with the U.S. Space Force, DoD, and foreign allies to resolve technology-transfer, security, and business hurdles. If you are a visionary collaborator ready to secure our cooperative strength in space, we want you on our team. Key Skills and Abilities: 1.

• Knowledge of defense acquisition and security cooperation processes, including Foreign Military Sales case development, implementation, financial execution, and lifecycle management. 2.
• Knowledge of FMS financial principles and business-case development, including development and review of LOAs, P&A estimates, pricing analyses, cost estimates, amendments, and financial documentation. 3.
• Knowledge of international cooperative agreements and export-control requirements, including MOUs, project agreements, technology-transfer considerations, foreign disclosure, information sharing, and applicable security requirements. 4.
• Ability to analyze complex acquisition, financial, programmatic, and industrial-base information and develop sound recommendations for senior leaders on international partnership opportunities, risks, and execution options. 5.
• Ability to negotiate, coordinate, and build consensus among diverse government, industry, and international stakeholders on sensitive business, financial, acquisition, and technology-related matters. 6.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing, including preparation of executive-level briefings, decision papers, acquisition documentation, international agreement packages, and correspondence for senior Department of War and partner-nation stakeholders.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Space Systems Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $143913 – $197200/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-13.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.