Site Manager/ Joint Force Liaison Officer

SMX; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contracting company seeks a Site Manager/Joint Force Liaison Officer to oversee operations at Andersen AFB, Guam. This role involves coordinating joint training activities and ensuring compliance with PACAF objectives. Candidates must have significant experience in exercise management and hold a Secret clearance with eligibility for Top Secret. The position offers a competitive salary range of $105,100 to $175,000 USD.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement

Qualifications

• 14+ years of relevant professional experience.
• 5+ years leading and managing exercises at a flag-level military command.
• 3+ years planning USAF MAJCOM-level exercises.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary on-site lead for all program activities.
• Act as liaison between Program Manager and on-site personnel.
• Oversee daily execution of joint training and exercises.

Skills

Lead and manage exercise development

Operational support requirements

Verbal and written communication skills

Team leadership

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Overview

Site Manager/ Joint Force Liaison Officer at SMX (View all jobs) (https://www.smxtech.com/careers/)

Location: United States

SMX Technologies is seeking a Site Manager who will also serve as the Joint Force Liaison Officer to work onsite at Andersen AFB, Guam supporting the Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) Second Island Chain Support program. The Site Manager / Joint Force Liaison Officer will contribute their expertise within planning, coordinating, and supporting joint live air training activities and miscellaneous doctrine, exercise, and mission rehearsal training activities within the Pacific area of operations. The primary operating location is Guam, but travel to other Pacific locations is to be expected. This position requires a DoD Secret with eligibility for Top Secret which requires US citizenship for work on DoD contracts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site lead for all program activities at Andersen AFB, Guam.
• Act as the direct liaison between the Program Manager and on-site personnel.
• Ensure all operations align with PACAF’s Second Island Chain Support program objectives.
• Oversee daily execution of joint training, exercise coordination, and mission rehearsal support.
• Manage scheduling, logistics, and resource allocation for all on-site activities.
• Maintain compliance with security protocols and ensure personnel adhere to clearance requirements.
• Facilitate communication between PACAF, USINDOPACOM, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor performance metrics and ensure deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.
• Prepare site-level reports, updates, and briefings for leadership and stakeholders.
• Execute joint training and exercise support tasks as directed by the Site Manager.
• Participate in planning conferences, mission rehearsals, and operational briefings.
• Provide subject matter expertise on joint doctrine, training requirements, and exercise design.
• Assist in the development of After Action Reports (AARs) and lessons learned documentation.
• Maintain situational awareness of scheduling conflicts and disseminate critical updates.
• Support coordination with other DoD agencies and allied partners as needed.
• Ensure readiness for travel and deployment across the Pacific AOR.
• Uphold operational security standards and maintain required clearances.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of training and exercise methodologies.
• Represent PACAF and INDOPACOM doctrine accurately during all phases of event support.
• Support travel coordination and readiness for OCONUS deployments.
• Must possess and maintain a Secret clearance, with eligibility for Top Secret.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 14 years of relevant professional experience.
• At least 5 years of experience leading and managing exercise development at a flag-level military command.
• Minimum 3 years of experience planning USAF MAJCOM-level or equivalent exercises.
• Familiarity with operational and logistical support requirements for exercises, deployments, and mobilizations.
• Working knowledge of USINDOPACOM/PACOM Theater Campaign Plan (TCP) and PACAF Strategy.
• Familiarity with PACAF force structure (e.g., country locations, Wings, NAFs, aircraft types).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills (e.g., timely responses via phone, email, or other channels).
• Demonstrated ability to work and lead in a team environment with strong leadership and customer interface skills.
• Ability to liaise with national-level agencies, DoD, Services, Combatant Commands, and Intelligence Agencies.
• Proficiency in current Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-demand environment.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (preferred).
• Aviation background (Pilot, Navigator, Air Battle Manager, Aircrew Member) with at least 3 years of experience, especially valuable for leading or supporting aviation-centric exercises such as FTXs, CPXs, STAFF-EXs, TTXs, and engagement events.

Application Details

Application Deadline: October 20, 2025

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$105,100—$175,000 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).