Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Non-Proliferation Treaty Subject Matter Expert (SME). In this role you will provide critical support to the Air Force Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Deterrence and Nuclear Integration (AF/A10), International Treaties and Agreements Branch. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your deep expertise in nuclear non-proliferation to influence U.S. Air Force policy and strategy. You will serve as the lead analyst for matters related to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and other associated non-proliferation and disarmament initiatives.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary subject matter expert on the NPT, the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW), and other related international non-proliferation regimes.
• Provide expert guidance, analysis, and recommendations to senior Air Force leaders on the implications of these agreements for Air Force operations, modernization, and strategic posture.
• Analyze and assess the impact of existing and proposed non-proliferation treaties and agreements on Air Force capabilities, operations, and modernization programs.
• Provide subject matter expertise to support implementation, training, and compliance activities for all arms control agreements affecting DAF operations.
• Develop and draft official Air Force policy, position papers, briefings, and talking points on non-proliferation issues for senior leaders.
• Monitor international developments and provide strategic analysis of foreign nuclear programs and non-proliferation challenges.
• Support Air Force engagement in interagency policy discussions and international forums related to nuclear non-proliferation.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis on strategic doctrine, deterrence theory, and national security policy as they relate to treaty obligations and non-proliferation efforts.
• Assist in developing and reviewing training and education materials for the Air Force workforce on non-proliferation topics.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess an active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Special Access Program (SAP), and Special Access Required (SAR).
• Bachelor's degree in international relations, political science, national security studies, or a related field.
• A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in national security, with a significant focus on nuclear non-proliferation and arms control.
• Demonstrated expert-level knowledge of the NPT, its associated review cycles, and its political and strategic context.
• Demonstrated expert knowledge of nuclear arms control concepts, objectives, and history.
• Extensive experience in policy development, strategic analysis, and providing written and verbal recommendations to senior government officials.
• Proven ability to conduct advanced research and author high-quality analytical products such as assessments, reports, and briefings.
• Familiarity with the organization and responsibilities of the Air Staff, Joint Staff, and Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) regarding nuclear policy and non-proliferation.
• Ability to travel within and outside of the U.S., as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant field, such as international relations, political science, national security studies, etc.
• Experience working directly with or supporting delegations to NPT Review Conferences or Preparatory Committees.
• Experience interacting with and briefing senior executive (SES) and General/Flag Officer level leaders.
• Experience working across the U.S. interagency (e.g., Departments of State and Energy) on non-proliferation policy.
• In-depth knowledge of foreign nuclear weapons programs and international disarmament initiatives.

Position Summary:

ANSER is seeking a Nuclear Treaties Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Headquarters United States Air Force, Directorate of Strategic Deterrence and Nuclear Integration (AF/A10). In this role, you will provide technical, analytical, and policy support for the implementation of and compliance with international arms control treaties and agreements. You will serve as a primary advisor to Air Force leadership on nuclear treaty requirements, supporting policy development, compliance activities, and strategic engagement across the Department of the Air Force (DAF), Department of Defense (DoD), and interagency community.

This position is full-time onsite within the National Capital Region, including the Pentagon and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, DC.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for Air Force nuclear treaty requirements, providing guidance on treaty implementation and compliance concepts and issues.
• Provide historical context, analysis of treaty implications, and recommendations on nuclear treaty matters to Air Force senior leaders and staff.
• Support implementation, training, and compliance activities for arms control agreements impacting Department of the Air Force operations.
• Research, review, and analyze policy and technical aspects of existing and proposed arms control treaties to inform implementation and compliance guidance.
• Draft, review, and coordinate Air Force position documents, including policy instructions, summaries, briefings, and responses to higher headquarters taskings.
• Support the development of Air Force positions within the Department of Defense, U.S. Government interagency processes, and international forums.
• Review and monitor Air Force acquisition programs and concepts of operation to ensure compliance with applicable treaties and agreements.
• Develop and deliver training materials, exercises, and courses to prepare Air Force personnel for treaty implementation and verification activities.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Special Access Program (SAP), and Special Access Required (SAR).
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as international relations, national security studies, or similar.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience working with nuclear arms control treaties.
• Demonstrated expert knowledge of nuclear arms control concepts, objectives, and history.
• Strong understanding of Air Staff, Joint Staff (JS), and Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) structures and responsibilities related to New START Treaty (NST) requirements.
• Proven ability to brief recommendations and analysis effectively to audiences ranging from senior leaders to action officers.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in international relations, national security studies, or a related field.
• Experience serving as a technical advisor on U.S. delegations for arms control negotiations or implementation bodies (e.g., Bilateral Consultative Commission (BCC), Joint Compliance and Inspection Commission (JCIC), Special Verification Commission (SVC)).
• Experience using Arms Control Enterprise System (ACES) and Information and Resources Support System (IRSS).
• Experience working with interagency partners such as the Department of State and the Defense Threat Reduction Agency on arms control policy and compliance issues.
• Experience serving as a national escort or inspector for on-site inspections under an arms control treaty.

Position Summary:

ANSER is seeking an experienced Nuclear Stockpile Stewardship Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Air Force Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Deterrence and Nuclear Integration (AF/A10).  In this role, you will serve as a primary advisor on matters related to the sustainment, safety, security, and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile. You will provide critical technical and analytical support across policy development, program oversight, and stakeholder coordination within the nuclear enterprise.

This position is full-time onsite within the National Capital Region, including the Pentagon and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, DC.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Serve as the government’s primary point of contact and provide guidance on all nuclear stockpile stewardship requirements.
• Provide subject matter expertise on the current and projected nuclear stockpile, including warheads, bombs, and associated delivery systems, across National, DoD, Joint, and Service levels.
• Review, analyze, and recommend actions related to nuclear stockpile sustainment, life extension programs, and modernization initiatives.
• Coordinate with key stakeholders across DoD and non-DoD organizations, including the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Joint Staff, Navy, National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), national laboratories, and production facilities.
• Support the annual Nuclear Weapons Stockpile Memorandum (NWSM) process and contribute to the development of the Stockpile Stewardship and Management Plan (SSMP).
• Assess nuclear weapon system development, acquisition, and operational deployment to ensure alignment with national strategy and stockpile requirements.
• Participate in technical discussions, working groups, conferences, and other forums to represent Air Force equities within the nuclear enterprise.
• Analyze and interpret nuclear weapons effects data, test results, and scientific assessments to inform Air Force policy and operational planning.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
• Bachelor’s degree in international relations, political science, national security studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of professional experience in national security.
• Demonstrated knowledge of nuclear stockpile stewardship requirements across National, DoD, Joint, and Service levels.
• Experience coordinating with DoD and non-DoD organizations involved in the nuclear enterprise, including nuclear weapons systems and stockpile management.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in complex environments with multiple stakeholders and points of contact.
• Demonstrated experience developing executive-level briefings and drafting informational, point, white, and decision papers, as well as preparing senior leaders for public engagements.
• Familiarity with the DoD and NNSA Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process as it relates to the nuclear enterprise.

Understanding of nuclear weapon system lifecycle phases, from concept development through dismantlement.

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking an experienced Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) Analyst to support the Air Force Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Deterrence and Nuclear Integration (AF/A10).  In this role, you will provide expert technical and analytical support for the development and implementation of CWMD and biodefense policy and strategy across the Department of the Air Force (DAF). You will contribute to operational analysis, policy development, and integration of CWMD considerations into Air Force missions, planning, and acquisition efforts.

This position is full-time onsite within the National Capital Region, including the Pentagon and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, DC.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise and technical analysis on CWMD operations, including non-proliferation, targeting, interdiction, strike operations, Ability to Survive and Operate (ATSO), and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) defense.
• Support the development, management, and implementation of the DAF’s CWMD strategy, implementation guidance, concepts of operations (CONOPs), and contingency plans (CONPLANs).
• Conduct technical research and operational evaluations to assess scientific testing results and determine impacts on Air Force personnel, including pilots, aircrew, maintainers, and defenders.
• Characterize and assess threat agents, delivery mechanisms, and release environments for CBRN weapons, including their effects on airbase environments, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Monitor advancements in scientific understanding of CBRN hazards and recommend updates to hazard duration models and risk management tools.
• Conduct technical reviews of Joint Operational Requirements Documents to ensure CWMD and CBRN defense acquisition programs align with Air Force Key Performance Parameters (KPPs).
• Integrate CWMD considerations into combatant command and service-level wargames, exercises, and training activities.
• Collaborate with DoD and external organizations, including the Joint Staff, Military Services, and Major Commands (MAJCOMs), to support CWMD research, testing, training, and education initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, scientific, technical, management, or a related field such as international relations or national security studies.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant CWMD experience.
• Experience conducting scientific analysis of CBRN weapons and materials, including their properties, hazards, and effects on military systems and personnel.
• Experience performing operational analysis on the impact of CBRN weapons on Air Force core missions, particularly aircraft generation and air mobility operations.
• Experience supporting senior-level staff organizations, including Service Headquarters, Joint Staff, or Office of the Secretary of Defense.
• Strong understanding of Air Force core missions and their integration with MAJCOM mission sets and combatant command operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders and minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Experience developing executive-level briefings and drafting informational, point, white, and decision papers.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related discipline.

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a senior-level International Treaties & Agreements Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Air Force Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Deterrence and Nuclear Integration, International Treaties and Agreements Branch (AF/A10P).  In this role, you will serve as a primary advisor to the government, providing critical guidance on Air Force requirements for implementing and complying with major international arms control treaties. You will support policy development, treaty compliance, and strategic analysis efforts impacting Air Force programs, operations, and national security objectives.

This position is based full-time onsite within the National Capital Region, including the Pentagon and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, DC.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Monitor all Department of the Air Force (DAF) activities related to specific treaties, including providing historical background and context.
• Analyze current and future implications of treaties on DAF programs, capabilities, and operations, and develop official policy and position statements.
• Identify and alert leadership to potential treaty compliance issues, providing written and verbal recommendations to stakeholders ranging from senior Air Force leadership to base-level Treaty Compliance Officers (TCOs).
• Provide subject matter expertise on key international agreements, including the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START), Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), and Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), as well as other treaties as required.
• Assist in the development, analysis, and coordination of official DAF policy and position statements related to international treaties and agreements.
• Assess the impact of existing and proposed treaties on Air Force acquisition programs, operational capabilities, and strategic planning.
• Support Air Force-wide compliance efforts, including inspection readiness activities and treaty-related training programs.
• Develop, maintain, and deliver education and training materials for the Air Force arms control and treaty compliance community.
• Conduct research and prepare briefings, talking points, correspondence, and other executive-level materials for senior leader engagements.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as international relations, political science, national security studies, or similar.
• 15+ years of experience in national security or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of relevant international treaties and agreements.
• Proven experience with treaty implementation and compliance activities, including associated systems and processes.
• Strong understanding of Air Staff, Joint Staff, and Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) structures and responsibilities related to treaty requirements.
• Familiarity with current policy issues related to international arms control treaties.
• Experience using the Arms Control Enterprise System (ACES) or similar treaty reporting databases.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in complex environments with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in international relations, political science, national security studies, or a related field.