Strategic Defense Trade Controls Leader

Department of State Headquarters; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of State Headquarters is pursuing a GS-15 level position within the Bureau of Political Military Affairs, DDTC/DTCL. The incumbent will manage and advise on defense trade policy development and export licensing considerations in support of U.S. foreign policy objectives.

Applicants must demonstrate the required specialized experience and meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date. This role emphasizes leadership, fairness, and the ability to adapt to changing conditions.

Qualifications

• Time-In-Grade Requirements: federal applicants must have 52 weeks at the next lower grade by the closing date.
• Specialized experience must match the GS-15 duties and knowledge.

Skills

Defense trade policy advisory

Export licensing recommendations

Strategic planning leadership

Job description

The Department of State Headquarters is pursuing a GS-15 level position within the Bureau of Political Military Affairs, DDTC/DTCL. The incumbent will manage and advise on defense trade policy development and export licensing considerations in support of U.S. foreign policy objectives.

Applicants must demonstrate the required specialized experience and meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date. This role emphasizes leadership, fairness, and the ability to adapt to changing conditions.