SAF/IA Country Director - Taiwan

Forge is seeking a qualified full‑time Country Director for Taiwan to provide advisory and assistance support to the Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force, International Affairs (SAF/IA). SAF/IA's mission is to create, advocate, and facilitate Department of Defense (DoD) and Air Force policies and programs (including international affairs, foreign disclosure, export control, cooperative research and development, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and International Military Education and Training (IMET)) to support U.S. national security objectives. Key Responsibilities Assess alternative sustainment and enhancement strategies, provide recommendations, and assist in defining requirements for future programs Participate in program analyses, reviews, and reliability determinations with USAF weapons systems and disclosure offices as they pertain to the release of information on USAF systems Define and refine meeting agendas, record discussion content, focus decision‑making, and debrief action items for events between the U.S. Air Force and foreign partner representatives Prepare, manage, and maintain databases for correspondence, Case Program Status Reports, Letters of Request (LORs), and Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOA), as well as case program trackers Develop briefings, official correspondence, and background papers in support of Program Management Reviews and other engagements Prepare Congressional Notification packages for Taiwan's programs with the U.S. Air Force Maintain a key essential personnel contact list with names and contact information for U.S. interagency and foreign partner personnel involved in FMS case development and execution Qualifications and Requirements The Candidate must have the ability to think strategically, act tactically, and display strong analytical and critical thinking skills. They must also build strong cross‑group working relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. The Candidate must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities. USA citizen Active DoD SECRET security clearance Bachelor’s degree or higher 4+ years of experience performing FMS case development, programming, and implementation for the Department of the Air Force (DAF) 2+ years of Security Cooperation experience with the Defense Security Cooperation Agency or an Implementing Agency (IA) FMS experience with Taiwan or the Asia‑Pacific region Experience using the Security Cooperation Information Portal (SCIP) Thorough understanding of relevant DoDI, CJCSI, DAFPD, AFI, SAF, DoD export control laws and regulations, ITAR, and NDP Highly Desired Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in International Affairs Prior experience as a Country Director at SAF/IA, DSCA Country Team Lead, or Regional Lead U.S. DoW staff experience in a military or civilian capacity U.S. military aircraft operations, maintenance, and/or logistics support with systems purchased from the U.S. by Taiwan, specifically the F‑16 aircraft Job: Full‑time Location: HYBRID: Washington, D.C. (Pentagon) AND Remote from the National Capital Region Salary Range: $125k to $140k per year Benefits Complete Flextime 401(k) with Employer Matching Healthcare, Including Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Savings Account (HSA) And Pre‑Tax Premium Options Supplementary healthcare and family support Extended Short‑Term Disability and Long‑Term Disability Healthcare Insurance Deductible Paydown Health and Wellness Programs Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment, and Education & Training Stipends Cell Phone / Internet Stipends College Saving Plans with Employer Contributions Alternative Work Locations and Tele‑Commuting Employee Referral Awards Retention, Signing & Performance Bonuses Commuter Benefits Paid Sabbatical Forge Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity & Affidavit Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or military or protected veteran status. We participate in the E‑Verify Employment Verification Program. #J-18808-Ljbffr Forge Group, LLC