USAF Operational Subject Matter Expert (SME), TS/SCI

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) contribution

Job summary

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. seeks an experienced USAF Operational SME with TS/SCI clearance and the ability to obtain SAP clearance. You will provide expert analysis across LO/CLO tech, advanced air superiority, and electronic warfare, supporting SAF/AQL programs and export licensing decisions.

You will engage in systems engineering services, operational analysis, and strategic decision-making for critical SAF/AQL initiatives, earning a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of USAF operational experience focusing on advanced weapons, air superiority, or related fields.
• Deep expertise in LO/CLO technology and SAF/AQL domains.
• Experience with SAP management, foreign military sales, and export compliance is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert assessments in LO/CLO technologies to support SAF/AQL decision-making.
• Support LO/CLO EXCOM and TSC with technical analysis and recommendations.
• Conduct export license reviews for systems containing LO/CLO tech; draft SAPCO position.
• Offer insights to enhance advanced air superiority and electronic warfare initiatives.

Skills

USAF operational experience

LO/CLO technology

SAF/AQL domain knowledge

Export compliance management

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering/Defense Studies

Job description

Position Overview

Blue Sky Innovators is seeking an experienced USAF Operational Subject Matter Expert (SME) with over 15 years of experience to provide expert support to the Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition (SAF/AQL). This position requires deep knowledge of U.S. Air Force operational requirements, systems engineering, and strategic defense systems. You will play a pivotal role in systems engineering services, operational analysis, and strategic decision-making in support of critical SAF/AQL programs.

Clearance

TS/SCI with the ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Subject Matter Expertise : Deliver expert assessments in Low Observable (LO) and Counter-Low Observable (CLO) technology, supporting SAF/AQL’s decision-making processes.
• LO/CLO EXCOM and TSC support staff : Deliver expert assessments in Low Observable (LO) and Counter-Low Observable (CLO) technology, supporting SAF/AQL’s decision-making processes.
• Export License Reviews : Perform technical reviews of Industry applications to export systems that contain Low Observable (LO) and Counter-Low Observable (CLO) technologies. Draft the OSD SAPCO position regarding the export requested.
• Advanced Air Superiority & Electronic Warfare : Offer insights and recommendations to enhance advanced air superiority capabilities, weapons systems, and electronic warfare initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of relevant USAF operational experience, with a focus on advanced weapons systems, air superiority, or related fields.
• Deep expertise in SAF/AQL domains such as LO/CLO technology, advanced air systems, and special access programs.
• Experience with SAP management, foreign military sales, and export compliance highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Defense Studies, or a related field.
• Prior experience supporting MAJCOM or higher staff.
• Operational experience operating either fighters, LO bombers, RPAs, ISR mission area.
• Current TS required

Impact & Contributions

As a key member of the Blue Sky Innovators team, your contributions will directly impact the U.S. Air Force’s ability to maintain air superiority and advance its strategic capabilities in next-generation air and space systems. You will be instrumental in shaping future defense initiatives, ensuring that U.S. defense systems remain ahead of emerging threats.

Salary range for the position is $150,000 - $250,000 per year. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified job seeker with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access http://www.blueskyinnovators.com as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail] and provide your name and contact information. Please note: this is only for job seekers with disabilities requesting an accommodation.