USAF Saudi Arabia Deputy Country Director
About The Position
ANSER is seeking a USAF Saudi Arabia Deputy Country Director to support work with the Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs (SAF/IA). The role supports U.S.–Saudi Arabian security cooperation and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs by analyzing U.S. military and Saudi Arabian defense capabilities and requirements, assessing sustainment and enhancement strategies, and recommending approaches for current and future programs. The position works with U.S. and Saudi Arabian defense stakeholders to strengthen bilateral relationships, advance security cooperation objectives, and help define requirements for future programs. It requires 20–50% international travel; the responsibilities also specify 20% domestic and international travel.
Requirements
- Active Secret security clearance.
- At least five years of professional experience with the U.S. Air Force, DoD, or international relations.
- Three years of experience with USAF Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and standard computer applications.
- Proven excellence in written communication.
- Project or program management experience.
- Experience with DoD acquisition policies, laws, regulations, and guidance.
- Comfort working in the Middle East and traveling internationally.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of Saudi Arabian or Middle Eastern country experience.
- Event planning experience, including air shows, banquets, SME exchange events, and Chief of Staff-level tours.
- Knowledge of F-16, C-17, or C2 systems.
- Working knowledge of the CENTCOM area of responsibility.
- Knowledge of U.S. Government interagency work, including the Department of State (DOS).
- Experience working with OSD, DSCA, or SAF/IA.
- Ability to provide strategic planning, policy, resourcing, and implementation approaches.
- Outstanding writing and speaking skills.
Responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of the U.S.–Saudi Arabian Security Cooperation (SC) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program.
- Coordinate daily activities among U.S. defense agencies, U.S. defense industry, U.S. Government personnel, and the Saudi Arabian military.
- Develop Congressional Notifications for FMS cases.
- Orchestrate action on FMS programs to advance the U.S.–Saudi Arabian Air Force relationship.
- Maintain relationships with key authorities in U.S. and Saudi Arabian defense agencies, ministerial-level organizations, and military components.
- Plan trade events.
- Track the progress and efficacy of Saudi Arabian FMS cases.
- Lead program management reviews and delegations to Saudi Arabia.
- Host foreign partners during visits to the United States.
- Track correspondence between the USAF and the Saudi Arabian Air Force and Air Defense.
- Compose written responses to Saudi Arabian inquiries.
- Engage with the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Washington, DC.
- Analyze U.S. military and Saudi Arabian defense capabilities and requirements, assess sustainment and enhancement strategies, and provide recommendations for current and future programs.
- Support bilateral relationships, security cooperation objectives, and requirements definition for future programs.
Benefits
- ANSER provides benefits to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and overall well-being; specific benefits are not listed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
