Policy Analyst

Overview

Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a Policy Analyst (United States Space Force) 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 the United States Space Force 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

• Policy Formulation & Dissemination. 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 USSF, HAF, the DoW, and interagency forums (e.g., CRGs, IWGs)
• Implementation & Compliance. Provide technical expertise on all treaty implementation and compliance activities. Support the preparation of annual programming and budgeting submissions for the USSF treaty-related activities. Review and provide input on USSF and unit-level compliance plans and instructions. Input all required notifications and data into the Arms Control Enterprise System (ACES).
• Exercise & Inspection Support.  Plan, schedule, and manage annual exercise events within the USSF 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 USSF guidance documents.
• Education & Training. Deliverable: Provide quarterly-reviewed and updated USSF-unique training materials. A log of changes will be submitted with each update.
• Modernization & Acquisition.  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. Provide treaty expertise and advice to PEOs and SPOs regarding program impacts on treaty compliance.
• Analysis & Research.  Conduct detailed research and analysis on policy and technical issues to support USSF positions on treaty negotiations, implementation, and compliance. Produce formal treaty analysis papers, impact assessments, and recommendations.
• Conference & Meeting Support. Provide full logistical support for all USSF-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.
• Policy Analysis & Recommendation. 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.
• Interagency Liaison.  Serve as the primary liaison between the supported USSF and external entities, including DAF, the DoW, and other interagency planning and policymaking forums. Represent USSF equities and positions in key forums such as CRGs, IWGs, and interagency backstopping meetings.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience:

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Clearance: Must have an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility  Education: Bachelor's degreeYears 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 degreeYears of Experience: Eight (8) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline; to include five (5) years of DoD experience

Additional Information:Location: Located at the Pentagon in Arlington, VAOn-site: This is a full-time on-site position

***This position is contingent upon contract award.***