Sr International Capability Development SME

This position is contingent on contract award.

About the Role

Serves as the senior subject matter expert responsible for identifying, developing, and integrating partner-nation and coalition capabilities in support of J3I objectives. Leads the assessment, planning, and synchronization of capability development initiatives that strengthen interoperability between U.S. forces and international partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis and development of international/partner-nation capability requirements, aligning them to J3I campaign plans and theater objectives.
• Assess partner force capabilities and gaps; recommend capability development, materiel, and training solutions to close them.
• Integrate ongoing and existing capability efforts to ensure long-term sustainment and proper alignment of identified solutions with the mission.
• Develop position papers, concept papers, and staff products supporting capability development decisions.
• Coordinate across interagency, coalition, and combatant command stakeholders to synchronize capability initiatives.
• Provide senior advisory support to the J3I director and staff on capability planning, prioritization, and resourcing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in international affairs, national security studies, or a related field; equivalent senior military/operational experience considered.
• 10+ years of experience in capability development, force integration, security cooperation, or related J3/J5 functions, with senior-level (SME) breadth.
• Demonstrated experience supporting combatant command, SOF, or joint-staff international programs.
• Active TS/SCI clearance (aligns to your Top Secret facility clearance level).
• Strong written and oral communication skills for senior-leader engagements.