Foreign Disclosure Officer

United States Space Force Forces • Colorado Springs, CO

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Make history with America's newest military service as a certified Foreign Disclosure Officer (FDO) within the Headquarters Combat Forces Command International Affairs (CFC/IA) division of the United States Space Force. This critical national security role leverages your expertise in international relations and foreign disclosure policy to safeguard vital space defense operations while fostering key global partnerships. Located in the highly desirable Pikes Peak Region of Colorado Springs-consistently ranked among the top ten places to live in the United States-this position offers an unparalleled quality of life, combining robust economic growth, top-tier schools, and rich family activities with breathtaking mountain vistas and world-class outdoor recreation. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, self-starting professional possessing a comprehensive, advanced knowledge of international affairs and National Foreign Disclosure policies, specifically National Disclosure Policy (NDP-1) and the International Trafficking in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Serving as a vital Foreign Disclosure Officer (FDO) within HQ CFC/IA, this individual must demonstrate a proven ability to formulate, coordinate, and execute complex security policies focused on USSF weapon systems, space intelligence, and Allied integration, while expertly managing specialized programs like the Foreign Visit System (FVS), Military Personnel Exchange Program (MPEP), and Foreign Liaison Officer (FLO) initiatives. As a trusted advisor, the candidate must possess exceptional written and oral communication skills to clearly and concisely brief senior military commanders, represent the command at international conferences, and navigate the intricate organizational structures of the Department of War and DAF Foreign Disclosure enterprises.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with eligibility to SCI, other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information and SAP.
• A non-disclosure statement must be signed.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Work may occasionally require the employee to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
• Employee must be certified as a Foreign Disclosure Officer meeting all requirements necessary to conduct foreign disclosure activities within the DAF and/or DoW.
• Experience working with foreign governments and/or foreign military personnel on international affairs programs and activities is required.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Nice To Haves

• A graduate degree in political science, international affairs, or other applicable areas of study is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Formulate, coordinate, and execute complex security policies focused on USSF weapon systems, space intelligence, and Allied integration.
• Expertly manage specialized programs like the Foreign Visit System (FVS), Military Personnel Exchange Program (MPEP), and Foreign Liaison Officer (FLO) initiatives.
• Brief senior military commanders.
• Represent the command at international conferences.
• Navigate the intricate organizational structures of the Department of War and DAF Foreign Disclosure enterprises.
• Process, staff, approve/disapprove, and track Foreign Visit Requests (FVRs) within the Foreign Visit System (FVS).
• Manage the processes, documents, and coordination required for the DAF Military Personnel Exchange Program (MPEP) and the Foreign Liaison Officer (FLO) program at the Field Command level.
• Compile command/subordinate exemption requests consistent with ITAR guidelines and applicable SpFIs/AFIs for submission to the DAF-level Foreign Disclosure Office.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level