Policy Analyst (Air Combat Command)

About the role

Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a Policy Analyst (Air Combat Command) to support Headquarters United States Air Force (HAF/A10). In this role, you will provide full-time, on-site arms control subject-matter expertise to Air Combat Command and other DAF units, supporting a full range of arms control activities, arms control policy formulation, development, and dissemination.

The HAF/A10 contract delivers technical, analytical, operational, programmatic, and planning subject-matter expertise to HAF/A10 and its component divisions to advance national security strategic plans, policies, concepts, and initiatives. This is a full-time, on-site position located at Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, VA. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis on policy and technical issues to provide recommendations on treaty negotiations, implementation, and compliance.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Air Combat Command, HAF, the DoW, and interagency forums (e.g., CRGs, IWGs)
• Provide technical expertise on all treaty implementation and compliance activities.
• Support the preparation of annual programming and budgeting submissions for the Air Combat Command treaty-related activities.
• Review and provide input on Air Combat Command and unit-level compliance plans and instructions.
• Input all required notifications and data into the Arms Control Enterprise System (ACES).
• Plan, schedule, and manage annual exercise events within the Air Combat Command Area of Responsibility (AOR).
• Assist units in preparing for treaty implementation exercises and real-world on-site inspections.
• Provide direct on-site assistance during exercises and inspections and update all relevant HAF and Air Combat Command guidance documents.
• Deliver quarterly-reviewed and updated Air Combat Command-unique training materials.
• Work directly with Program Executive Offices (PEOs) and System Program Offices (SPOs) to review and track acquisition programs, ensuring full compliance with all in-force and developing treaties.
• Conduct detailed research and analysis on policy and technical issues to support Air Combat Command positions on treaty negotiations, implementation, and compliance.
• Produce formal treaty analysis papers, impact assessments, and recommendations.
• Provide full logistical support for all Air Combat Command-sponsored conferences, workshops, and meetings.
• Prepare and manage all event materials (agendas, briefings, etc.), facilitate the event, and produce detailed after-action reports and meeting minutes.
• Conduct continuous research, review, and analysis of policy and technical issues.
• Provide formal comments on official documents and produce detailed recommendations on Air Force policy and operations concerning treaty negotiations, implementation, and compliance.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the supported Air Combat Command and external entities, including DAF, the DoW, and other interagency planning and policymaking forums.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience:

• Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
• Clearance: Must have an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and be able to maintain it
• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Years of Experience: Ten (10) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline; to include five (5) years of DoD experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clearance: TS/SCI
• Education: Master's degree
• Years of Experience: Eight (8) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline; to include five (5) years of DoD experience