Foreign Clearance Policy Specialist

TSTC; Washington; On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary & Bonuses

Health Coverage

Flexible Work Options

PTO & Holidays

Professional Development

Wellness Programs

Job summary

TSTC in Washington, DC seeks a mission‑driven policy specialist to support the Department of War’s Foreign Clearance Program (FCP). You will contribute to policy development, global access analysis, APACS system support, cybersecurity oversight, and international engagement to ensure compliant, efficient movement of aircraft and personnel across borders.

The ideal candidate blends strong analytical skills with technical proficiency and the ability to apply policy within complex international

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited program.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in policy development, international operations, aviation operations, or related fields.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to interpret complex international regulations.
• Technical proficiency in system administration, software support, or application lifecycle processes.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as RMF and eMASS.
• Ability to manage sensitive information and maintain high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office suite.
• Ability to work independently and with multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine operational concepts for aircraft and personnel clearances, including passport policy.
• Draft and update overseas travel regulations based on new guidance.
• Analyze global access and overflight challenges; deliver recommendations.
• Research international sovereignty policies and structures like Flight Information Regions.
• Maintain and update FCG websites (classified and unclassified).
• Coordinate APACS support, security, and system administration.
• Coordinate RMF/eMASS activities and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO).
• Develop and deliver training for FCP stakeholders.
• Support PNAF clearance requirements for related aircraft.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

MS Office suite

Excellent written & verbal comms

Independent worker

Multi-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

APACS

NIPRNET/SIPRNET

Job description

TSTC in Washington, DC seeks a mission‑driven policy specialist to support the Department of War’s Foreign Clearance Program (FCP). You will contribute to policy development, global access analysis, APACS system support, cybersecurity oversight, and international engagement to ensure compliant, efficient movement of aircraft and personnel across borders.

The ideal candidate blends strong analytical skills with technical proficiency and the ability to apply policy within complex international