J56 Functional Manager

Apogee Engineering; Bellevue Second IV Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Apogee Engineering, Offutt AFB, seeks a Software Application SME to support mission-critical software modernization, development, and deployment for the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center and USSTRATCOM/J56. The role emphasizes systems engineering, Agile/DevOps practices, and CI/CD to advance strategic planning and execution.

This on-site, full-time position requires US citizenship, a TS with SCI eligibility, a bachelor's degree, and at least 10 years of relevant experience including 5 with the

Qualifications

• Citizenship: US citizen.
• Clearance: TS with SCI eligibility.
• Education: Bachelor's degree.
• Years of Experience: Minimum 10 years, including 5 with the DoD.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate APS requirements and usage across joint planning teams
• Support integration of APS tools into operational and strategic planning efforts
• Maintain system configurations, user access, and data accuracy
• Train users and provide technical support for APS-related activities
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve planning workflows and capabilities
• Ensure compliance with DoD directives and planning standards

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

J56 Functional Manager

Location: US-NE-Offutt AFB

ID: 2026-2062

Category: Management

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Remote: No

Overview

Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a Software Application SME to support mission-critical software modernization, development, and deployment efforts for the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center and US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM)/J56.

This role involves advancing mission planning and execution capabilities for strategic deterrence through systems engineering, Agile/DevOps practices, and continuous integration/delivery methodologies. Contractors will be engaged in evaluating and enhancing the survivability, interoperability, and reliability of strategic weapon systems while contributing to planning documents, test and evaluation strategies, and rapid technology fielding efforts. This is a unique opportunity to work on mission-critical NC3 software and systems that shape national defense strategies and collaborate with diverse DoD and government partners to drive innovation and operational excellence in support of the strategic enterprise.

This is a full-time position located on-site at Offutt, Nebraska.

Responsibilities

Manage Adaptive Planning and Execution System (APS) functions for J56 operations

• Coordinate APS requirements and usage across joint planning teams
• Support the integration of APS tools into operational and strategic planning efforts
• Maintain system configurations, user access, and data accuracy
• Train users and provide technical support for APS-related activities
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve planning workflows and capabilities
• Ensure compliance with DoD directives and planning standards

Qualifications

Minimum Experience:

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Clearance: Must possess and maintain a TS w/SCI eligibility

Education: Bachelor's degree

Years of Experience: Minimum 10 years relevant experience to include:

• Minimum of 5 years supporting the DoD

Additional Information:

Location: Offutt AFB, Nebraska

On-site: Duties for this position are performed on-site, full-time

Travel: Travel up to 10%