Foreign Military Sales Specialist

Position Title: Foreign Military Sales Specialist Location: Arlington, VA (Crystal City) Category: Funded Schedule (FT/PT): FT Travel Required: Minimal Shift: Day Remote Type: In-Office Clearance required: Active Secret Division: Aviation Salary: $135,000-$155,000 Description: ACT1 Federal is seeking an experienced Foreign Military Sales (FMS) specialist to provide advisory and assistance support to the Office of the Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force, International Affairs (SAF/IA). Responsibilities: Provide total FMS Life Cycle Management for U.S. implementing agencies and international customers to include the pre-Letter of Request (LOR) requirements development, selection of defense articles, training and services, and requests for price and availability (P&A) Provide case development guidance and support and assistance for: policy waivers, technical releasability, site surveys, manpower estimates, and Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) transparency and pricing requests Functional support for managing requirements and reporting for LOA and FMS cases Analyze existing US military and host nation defense and capability requirements, identify/assess alternative sustainment and enhancement strategies, provide recommendations, and assist in defining requirements for future programs Ensure up to date information in the SAF/IA partner capabilities database for assigned programs, countries or regions Assist and support assigned SAF/IA Country Director with program management, to include monitoring of training, exercises, personnel exchanges, security assistance programs, FMS key leader engagements in the US and overseas, provide coordination throughout the Department of Defense (DoD) on policy, FMS, and security cooperation Assist and support the assigned SAF/IA Country Director in defining, tracking, analyzing, reporting, and advising on major aspects of current and future FMS programs Assist and support the assigned SAF/IA Country Director with briefings, point papers, background information, political-military analysis and other documentation Requirements SECRET Security Clearance. Bachelor’s Degree with a desired emphasis in an International Affairs curriculum Minimum of three (3) years’ experience with demonstrated effectiveness and success in the mission areas below: USAF LOA Development and Execution Management Familiarity with US military aircraft operations, maintenance, and/or logistics support with the systems purchased from the US by Near East nations Familiarity with USAF sales to foreign governments Experience with DoD acquisitions, program management, and standard computer applications Experience with conflict resolution, mediation, and ability to work well with foreign partners Knowledge of FMS case programming and management Security Cooperation programs Building Partner Capacity programs US Department of War (DoW) staff experience in a military or civilian capacity Knowledge and general understanding of USAF roles and missions Knowledge and general understanding of security cooperation, international affairs, security assistance, foreign military sales to include the processes, legislation, and players Knowledge and understanding of SAF/IA’s role in US government and international security cooperation community Demonstrated experience implementing DoW acquisition policies, laws, regulations, and guidance required to implement FMS LOAs Thorough understanding of: DODI 1315.20, Military Department Foreign Area Officer Programs CJCSI 3126.01, Language and Regional Expertise Planning AFPD 16-1, International Affairs AFI 16-109, International Affairs Specialist Program USAF Global Partnership Strategy S. Export Control laws, regulations, and procedures DSCA Security Assessment Management Manual (SAMM) USAF Weapons Export Policy Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance ACT1 Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance Company Paid Short-Term Disability Voluntary Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) 401K with employer match Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Parental Leave Military Leave Education, Training & Professional Development Voluntary Accidental Injury/Critical Illness/Hospital Care Voluntary Pet Insurance, Legal Resources, and Identity Protection Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely. If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a ACT1 Federal or client site facility. If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.