Strategic Bomber Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Garrettgp; Nebraska; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Flexible work schedules

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Short-term disability

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

The GARRETT GROUP is seeking a Strategic Bomber Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide senior-level expertise on U.S. strategic bomber operations in direct support of USSTRATCOM J7 missions.

The role requires extensive bomber operations experience, top secret clearance, and a strong background in air operations planning within joint and interagency contexts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of bomber operations experience as a commissioned officer.
• Minimum 3 years of senior-level DoD/JCS staff experience.
• Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• JPME Phase II graduate.
• Senior Service School graduate (e.g., Air War College).
• Weapons School graduate.
• Demonstrated Air Operations Center (AOC) experience, including planning and execution.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with eligibility for NC2/ESI access and SAP familiarity.
• Ability to obtain required accesses within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced analysis of USSTRATCOM core mission areas focusing on bomber operations.
• Provide SME on bomber platforms: B-1, B-2, B-52, B-21.
• Assess deterrence effectiveness and integration within nuclear and conventional ops.
• Support joint exercises, training events, and assessments per JELC processes.
• Contribute to operational planning: campaign plans, CONOPS, OPORDs, and assessments.
• Advise senior leadership on bomber readiness and risk gaps.
• Integrate bomber ops within NC2/NC3 frameworks and global strike missions.
• Participate in wargaming, scenario development, and after-action analysis.
• Coordinate across Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Services, and interagency.

Skills

15+ years bomber operations

Commissioned officer

Air Operations Center experience

DoD/JCS staff exposure

Education

Master's degree or higher

JPME Phase II graduate

Senior Service School graduate

Weapons School graduate

Job description

Strategic Bomber Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Description

Join a Mission-Driven Team at The GARRETT GROUP

At The GARRETT GROUP , we believe the best solutions begin with a great team of people. When you join us, you become part of a collaborative, mission-focused community committed to excellence in everything we do. We take pride in supporting our nation's most critical missions while creating an environment where our employees can thrive.

Our team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package-including a competitive 401(k) with company match, a competitive PTO rate, flexible work schedules, medical, dental, and vision coverage, short-term disability, and company-paid life insurance- because taking care of you enables you to take care of the mission.

Position: Strategic Bomber Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Position Overview

The Strategic Bomber Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides senior-level expertise on U.S. strategic bomber operations in direct support of United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) Joint Exercises, Training, and Assessment (J7) missions. This role serves as the authoritative advisor on bomber force capabilities, employment concepts, and operational integration across the nuclear triad.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced analysis of USSTRATCOM core mission areas with emphasis on strategic bomber operations, posture, and employment.
• Provide subject matter expertise on bomber platforms including B-1, B-2, B-52, and B-21.
• Assess strategic deterrence effectiveness and integration of bomber capabilities within nuclear and conventional operations.
• Support development and execution of joint exercises, training events, and assessments in accordance with JELC processes.
• Contribute to operational planning efforts, including campaign plans, CONOPS, OPORDs, and strategic assessments.
• Advise senior leadership on bomber force readiness, capability gaps, and operational risks.
• Integrate bomber operations within broader NC2/NC3 frameworks and global strike missions.
• Participate in wargaming, scenario development, and after-action analysis.
• Coordinate across Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Services, and interagency partners.

Required Qualifications - ensure your resume reflects all of these requirements in order to be considered:

• Minimum 15 years of practical experience with B-1, B-2, B-52, and/or B-21 bomber operations as a commissioned officer.
• Minimum 3 years of experience at the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Joint Staff, Combatant Command, Service, MAJCOM, or equivalent headquarters-level organization.
• Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) Phase II graduate .
• Senior Service School graduate (e.g., Air War College, Naval War College, Army War College, or equivalent).
• Weapons School graduate (e.g., USAF Weapons School or equivalent).
• Demonstrated Air Operations Center (AOC) experience, including planning and execution of air operations.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with eligibility for:
  • NC2/ESI access
  • Special Access Programs (SAP)
• Ability to obtain required accesses within 30 days of task order award.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting USSTRATCOM J7 or similar Joint training and assessment environments.
• Deep understanding of nuclear command, control, and communications (NC3) and global strike operations.
• Experience with strategic deterrence assessments and campaign analysis.
• Familiarity with Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC), Joint Training Information Management System (JTIMS), and Joint Training Toolkit (JTT).
• Prior experience supporting senior-level decision-making and strategic planning processes.