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

Blue Sky Innovators • Washington, DC

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• Experience with SAP management, foreign military sales, and export compliance highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert assessments in Low Observable (LO) and Counter-Low Observable (CLO) technology, supporting SAF/AQL's decision-making processes.
• Deliver expert assessments in Low Observable (LO) and Counter-Low Observable (CLO) technology, supporting SAF/AQL's decision-making processes for LO/CLO EXCOM and TSC support staff.
• 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.
• Offer insights and recommendations to enhance advanced air superiority capabilities, weapons systems, and electronic warfare initiatives.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer status
• Consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Right to request an accommodation if unable or limited in ability to use or access the company website due to disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees