Integrated Air & Missile Defense (IAMD) Conceptual Operations Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Integrated Air & Missile Defense (IAMD) Conceptual Operations Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Location: Hampton, VA

Minimum Clearance Required: Top Secret/SCI/SAP

**This position is dependent on contract award.**

This role requires an active, fully-adjudicated US Government Security Clearance at the TOP SECRET/SCI with SAP eligibility. US Citizenship is required to hold a US Government security clearance. Candidates without the appropriate clearance are not eligible to be considered.

Travel: up to 10%

An IAMD Conceptual Operations SME will be the expert in IAMD C2 operations, participating in tests, exercises, and planning events to support sustainment and modernization of AOCs in the theater of assignment. It advises leadership on how to improve integration processes, equipment, procedures, doctrine, and training as well as evaluating reports and providing recommendations during strategy sessions and technical reviews. The position helps to manage plans and OPCONs, making sure that guidance and processes remain current. The IAMD Conceptual Ops SME may also plan and facilitate integration meetings, working groups, and secure virtual events, and develops analytical and operational products to enhance C2 and intel integration activities. The role maintains coordination with program offices, major commands, and other agencies to stay informed on system capabilities. Additionally, it supports broader planning efforts by collaborating with other divisions and sister service functions to address training and operational barriers.

Who You Are And What You Need:

• 10 years of experience as USAF 11, 12, 13, 1C5, 1A34, previous 17xx, similar Air Weapons Controller/Air Battle Manager AFSCs or a comparable DoW equivalent job code
• 3 years recent experience (within the last 10 years) with BCC, IAMD, or TACS
• 3 years of experience working IAMD planning, execution and integration support in addition to IAMD document development and review; (i.e., Concepts, Roadmaps, Core Function Support Plans, Joint and Service Doctrine, Capability Requirements Documents, Requirements Working Groups, Task Training Lists, Mission Essential Tasks etc.)
• 3 years of experience working within a USAF Headquarters Staff environment at the NAF, MAJCOM, or above with experience producing decision documents, developing and presenting staff-level briefings, building staff packages, coordinating actions across staff directorates and major command elements, and interfacing with senior USAF leadership and external staffs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications and platforms, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint, with the ability to produce professional documents, briefings, data analyses, and collaborative workspaces in support of senior leadership

What You Will Do:

• Participate as SME in IAMD and AOC related exercises, tests, experimentation, table-top and staff level events contributing to the sustainment and modernization of the TACS (C2 and GIISR), AOC, and associated infrastructure.
• Advise leadership and recommend options to manage and improve TACS (C2 and GIISR) and IAMD combat integration processes, procedures, and doctrine; efficiency and effectiveness; equipment capabilities; associated training requirements.
• Actively participate in lead command strategy sessions, TACS (C2 and GIISR) and IAMD deep dives and other miscellaneous WS meetings. Review and coordinate relevant information. Coordinate with branch leadership to recommend A3C's position.
• Directly assist leadership in the management of operational concepts to include Concept of Operations (CONOPs) and Concept of Employments (CONEMPs), conceptual operational plans, and process execution.
• Plan, schedule, facilitate and execute IAMD and TACS Integration meetings, Working Groups, Secure Video Teleconferences (SVTC), and any other government directed meetings/events.
• Develop products in support of the Command and Control (C2) and Global Integrated Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (GIISR) Core Function Team (CFT).
• Liaise with system program offices, MAJCOM counterparts, and other agencies on staff to remain current on weapon system capabilities, developments, and initiatives; advise leadership on combat integration status and issues, specifically TACS and IAMD policies and positions.
• Support Command and Control Battle Management Communications (C2BMC) and IAMD Planner integration; liaison with other ACC Divisions, MAJCOMs, Tri-Service Cell and HQ AF Staffs on addressing CAF integration and training issues.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision for the employee and family
• 401k Plan with a company contribution; fully vested immediately
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Who We Are:

Calvert Systems is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in Bellevue, Nebraska, with operations in twelve states including the District of Columbia. With over 20 years of trusted support to the Department of Defense, Calvert combines the strength of deep mission expertise, a workforce composed largely of veterans, with the values of a family business culture. Our team is committed to exceeding customer expectations by leveraging a rich blend of operational experience, technical excellence, and a strong commitment to service.

Calvert Systems Engineering provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.