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Air Force Nuclear Weapons SME

Noblis · Arlington, Virginia

TS/SCI eligibilityU.S. citizenship required

Posted Sep 30, 2025 · Last collected Nov 11

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Responsibilities

**This will be an onsite position at the Pentagon. This position is part of a proposal effort and is contingent upon contract award.

Noblis is hiring an on-site CWMD

Nuclear

SME capable of supporting AF/A10S in the development and implementation of strategy doctrine, policy, guidance, programs, projects, operational research, analysis, and testing relating to the AF CWMD Range of Mission Sets (Non-Proliferation, Counter Proliferation, i.e. strike, interdiction, intercept, offensive & defensive counter-air/space, ATSO, air operations,

nuclear

defense and consequence management). Candidates must

possess

demonstrated experience in nuclear

weapon

effects, targeting capabilities, and the development of Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) systems.

Responsibilities:

Providing inputs to

assist

AF/A10S in developing policy and doctrine for AF operations in a

nuclear

environment and in the execution of National or DoD programs (such as

Nuclear

Survivability).

Performing analysis of items of interest by the MAJCOMS, Air Staff/Space Staff, Services, JS, OSD, DoD, CCDRs, and other Federal Agencies to

assist

in

determining

its value to the DAF for operational use.

Maintaining familiarity with

general categories

of analytic quantitative assessment, including:

Threat and Vulnerability Assessments,

Basic Challenge Sources,

Attack Characterization,

Atmospheric Transport Dispersion Modeling,

NC3

Equipment,

AF Operations, Risk Assessment/Management,

Hazard Modeling and Analysis,

Detector Capability Analysis,

Nuclear Weapons and Nuclear

Operational

Conditions Research and Development

.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree & 8 years of relevant experience. Will also consider an Associates & 11 years of experience

or

an High School diploma 14 years of experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.

Demonstrated experience with:

Operations

of current sortie generation Modeling & Simulation (M&S) products.

Using and interpreting M&S tools.

In-depth knowledge of AF and DoD CWMD and Counter-proliferation programs

Working in complex environments with multiple POCs.

Analyzing/interpreting

nuclear

studies for operational impacts (i.e., impact on air and/or space operations/missions.)

Technical

expertise

concerning

nuclear

science and understanding of the

nuclear

hazard environment.

AF-unique operational experience/

expertise

in the following mission areas:

Fighter/mobility operations

Flightline agile combat support

Joint operations/Air operations planning

AF

nuclear

d

efense

Counter-proliferation and non-proliferation

Scientific

a

nalysis and testing of

a

ir

p

latforms

Adversary use of/potential methods of employment

regarding

radiological and nuclear weapons

Radiation and nuclear

effects on people,

equipment

and operations

AF

nuclear and radiation

countermeasure processes

Nuclear weapons effects, nuclear weapons research and development, nuclear targeting,

and

nuclear weapons delivery.

**Must be a US Citizen w/ an active Top Secret Clearance, with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Desired Qualifications

Experience within the A10 community

Overview

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous

workplace awards

for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please

contact us

.

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the

Benefits

page on our

Careers

site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $146,200.00 - USD $228,400.00 /Yr.

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