Policy Analyst (Air Combat Command)

Apogee Engineering, LLC; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Apogee Engineering, LLC seeks a Policy Analyst (Air Combat Command) to provide arms control expertise on-site at Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, VA. The role supports HAF/A10 with policy formulation, compliance, and interagency liaison.

The position requires a TS/SCI clearance, a bachelor’s degree, and a decade of relevant experience, including DoD work, with on-site responsibilities at ACC and HAF/A10. Security and readiness are essential.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility is required.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Ten years of experience in the technical/professional discipline, including five years of DoD experience.
• Preferred: TS/SCI clearance.
• Preferred: Master's degree; eight years of DoD experience.

Responsibilities

• Policy formulation and dissemination on treaty negotiations, implementation, and compliance.
• Provide technical expertise for treaty implementation and compliance activities.
• Plan and support annual programming and budgeting for treaty-related activities.
• Input notifications and data into the ACES system.
• Plan, schedule, and manage exercises and inspections within the AOR.
• Develop and update training materials for Air Combat Command.
• Review acquisition programs for treaty impacts and compliance.
• Produce formal treaty analyses and recommendations.
• Support conferences, workshops, and after-action reporting.
• Represent ACC equities in interagency forums and liaison activities.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

ACES

Job description

Overview

Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a Policy Analyst (Air Combat Command)to support Headquarters United States Air Force (HAF/A10). In this role, you will provide full-time, on-site arms control subject-matter expertise to Air Combat Command and other DAF units, supporting a full range of arms control activities, arms control policy formulation, development, and dissemination.

The HAF/A10 contract delivers technical, analytical, operational, programmatic, and planning subject-matter expertise to HAF/A10 and its component divisions to advance national security strategic plans, policies, concepts, and initiatives.

This is a full-time, on-site position located at Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, VA.

***This position is contingent upon contract award.***

Responsibilities

• Policy Formulation & Dissemination. Conduct research and analysis on policy and technical issues to provide recommendations on treaty negotiations, implementation, and compliance. Serve as the primary liaison between the Air Combat Command, HAF, the DoW, and interagency forums (e.g., CRGs, IWGs)
• Implementation & Compliance. Provide technical expertise on all treaty implementation and compliance activities. Support the preparation of annual programming and budgeting submissions for the Air Combat Command treaty-related activities. Review and provide input on Air Combat Command and unit-level compliance plans and instructions. Input all required notifications and data into the Arms Control Enterprise System (ACES).
• Exercise & Inspection Support. Plan, schedule, and manage annual exercise events within the Air Combat Command Area of Responsibility (AOR). Assist units in preparing for treaty implementation exercises and real-world on-site inspections. Provide direct on-site assistance during exercises and inspections and update all relevant HAF and Air Combat Command guidance documents.
• Education & Training. Deliverable: Provide quarterly-reviewed and updated Air Combat Command-unique training materials. A log of changes will be submitted with each update.
• Modernization & Acquisition. Work directly with Program Executive Offices (PEOs) and System Program Offices (SPOs) to review and track acquisition programs, ensuring full compliance with all in-force and developing treaties. Provide treaty expertise and advice to PEOs and SPOs regarding program impacts on treaty compliance.
• Analysis & Research. Conduct detailed research and analysis on policy and technical issues to support Air Combat Command positions on treaty negotiations, implementation, and compliance. Produce formal treaty analysis papers, impact assessments, and recommendations.
• Conference & Meeting Support. Provide full logistical support for all Air Combat Command-sponsored conferences, workshops, and meetings. Prepare and manage all event materials (agendas, briefings, etc.), facilitate the event, and produce detailed after-action reports and meeting minutes.
• Policy Analysis & Recommendation. Conduct continuous research, review, and analysis of policy and technical issues. Provide formal comments on official documents and produce detailed recommendations on Air Force policy and operations concerning treaty negotiations, implementation, and compliance.
• Interagency Liaison. Serve as the primary liaison between the supported Air Combat Command and external entities, including DAF, the DoW, and other interagency planning and policymaking forums. Represent Air Combat Command equities and positions in key forums such as CRGs, IWGs, and interagency backstopping meetings.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience:

Citizenship: Must be a US citizenClearance: Must have an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and be able to maintain itEducation: Bachelor's degreeYears of Experience: Ten (10) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline; to include five (5) years of DoD experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Clearance: TS/SCI

Education: Master's degreeYears of Experience: Eight (8) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline; to include five (5) years of DoD experience

Additional Information:Location:Located at Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, VAOn-site:This is a full-time on-site position

***This position is contingent upon contract award.***