Subject Matter Expert III (FMS)

Cape Fox Corporation; Bath Township (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company holidays

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401K with company match

Job summary

Cape Fox Corporation is seeking a highly skilled Subject Matter Expert III (FMS) to provide real-time support for Foreign Military Sales case development and pre-LOR activities. The SME will guide program teams, offer technical and strategic expertise, and ensure compliance with USAF Security Assistance programs.

This role requires deep knowledge of FMS processes, acquisition strategies, and stakeholder coordination, with duties spanning case planning, performance metrics, and documentation such

Qualifications

• Active SECRET clearance required at time of application.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Logistics, International Relations, or related field.
• 7 years of experience in FMS-related activities.
• DoD certifications (DAWIA, Security Cooperation) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide SME on FMS case development, including LOR/LOA processes.
• Identify requirements, acquisition planning, sustainment strategies, and training needs.
• Collaborate with USAF, international partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Support risk analysis, cost estimation, and program assessments.
• Prepare FMS documentation, including P&A data, LOA documents, MTDS.
• Coordinate with DSCA, AFMC, and other agencies.
• Guide case planning, base activation, logistics, and sustainment.
• Define capability requirements, pricing, and feasibility with partners.
• Ensure compliance with eSAMM guidelines.
• Assist policy development, QA, and process optimization.
• Use DSAMS and other FMS IT tools for tracking & reporting.
• Maintain compliance with government security and DoD regs.
• Prepare monthly status reports with updates and metrics.
• Align with DoD policies, OPSEC, and information security.
• Review classified/CUI related to FMS programs.

Skills

MS Office Suite

FMS IT systems

FMS acquisition lifecycle

Contract management

Logistics & sustainment planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Logistics, International Relations, or related field

DoD certifications (DAWIA, Security Cooperation)

7 years of experience

Tools

DSAMS

MTDS

Job description

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Job Title

Subject Matter Expert III (FMS)

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide real-time support for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case development and pre-Letter of Request (LOR) activities. The SME will be responsible for guiding program teams, providing technical and strategic expertise, and ensuring compliance with U.S. Air Force (USAF) Security Assistance programs. This role requires deep knowledge of FMS processes, acquisition strategies, and stakeholder coordination.

$130,000 - $140,000.

The above salary range represents the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. In addition, we offer a variety of benefits including company holidays, paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, as well as 401K with company match. This job will be posted until filled or withdrawn.

Key Responsibilities:

General Duties:

• Provide subject matter expertise on FMS case development, including LOR and Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) processes.
• Assist in identifying requirements, acquisition planning, sustainment strategies, and training needs for FMS programs.
• Collaborate with U.S. Air Force (USAF), international partners, Security Cooperation Organizations, and industry stakeholders.
• Support risk analysis, cost estimation, and program assessments for FMS programs.
• Aid in preparing FMS documentation, including Pricing & Availability (P&A) data, LOA documents, and Manpower Travel Data Sheets (MTDS).
• Work closely with the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), and other relevant agencies.

Technical & Strategic Support:

• Provide expert guidance on case planning, base activation, logistics, and sustainment.
• Support discussions with industry and international partners to define capability requirements, pricing, and feasibility.
• Ensure compliance with Security Assistance Management Manual (eSAMM) guidelines.
• Assist with policy development, quality assurance, and process optimization for FMS operations.
• Utilize Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS) and other FMS IT tools for case tracking and reporting.

Compliance & Administration:

• Maintain compliance with government security, contracting, and acquisition regulations.
• Prepare and submit monthly status reports detailing ongoing tasks, program updates, and performance metrics.
• Ensure alignment with DoD policies, OPSEC guidelines, and information security requirements.
• Assist in the review of classified and controlled unclassified information (CUI) related to FMS programs.

Travel Requirements

0 - 10%

Job Requirements

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and Project).
• Experience using FMS-related IT systems (e.g., DSAMS, MTDS tools).
• Strong understanding of FMS acquisition lifecycle, security cooperation policies, and DoD regulations.
• Familiarity with contract management, logistics, sustainment, and training planning.

Security Clearance:

• Active SECRET clearance required at the time of application.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Logistics, International Relations, or related field preferred.
• Relevant DoD certifications (e.g., DAWIA, Security Cooperation certifications) are a plus.
• Years of Experience: 7 years

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Category

Other

Location

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base - Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433 US (Primary)