Arms Control Support Specialist

Position Overview

The Arms Control Support Specialist supports U.S. Air Forces in Europe–Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA) in implementing and maintaining compliance with arms control treaties and international agreements. Serving as an on-site subject matter expert at HQ USAFE, this individual provides treaty analysis, policy development, compliance monitoring, and inspection support while coordinating with USAFE, Headquarters Air Force (HAF), U.S. European Command (EUCOM), NATO, DoD, and interagency stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and analyze arms control treaties, negotiations, and technical requirements to develop policy recommendations and support USAFE and Air Force positions.

• Coordinate with USAFE, HAF, DoD, EUCOM, NATO, and interagency stakeholders on treaty implementation, compliance, and policy development.

• Provide technical guidance to USAFE numbered air forces, wings, and units on treaty compliance, including European conventional arms control and confidence- and security-building measures.

• Support treaty compliance programming and budgeting, review compliance instructions and unit plans, and maintain notifications and reporting data in the Arms Control Enterprise System (ACES).

• Coordinate treaty inspection and evaluation planning, support annual exercises, and prepare units for inspections and treaty implementation activities.

• Assist inspection support teams and maintain updated treaty compliance guidance, inspection documents, and related materials.

• Maintain USAFE-specific arms control training materials and prepare treaty analysis papers, briefings, and recommendations.

• Review acquisition programs and force posture changes for treaty compliance impacts and advise program offices on applicable requirements.

• Plan and support arms control conferences, workshops, and working group meetings, including agendas, briefings, action tracking, and after-action reports.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in arms control, treaty implementation and compliance, or nonproliferation.

• Working knowledge of U.S. arms control treaties and agreements and DoD/DAF implementation and compliance processes.

• Familiarity with USAFE-AFAFRICA's mission, responsibilities, and operations.

• Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, and prepare policy papers, briefings, and staff packages for senior leaders.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and coordination skills.

• U.S. citizenship and eligibility for Analytical Support status accreditation through the DoD Contractor Personnel Office (DOCPER) process for Germany.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in international relations, security studies, European studies, nuclear policy, or a related field.

• Direct experience with treaty inspections, escort duties, evaluations, or treaty implementation.

• Experience with European conventional arms control and confidence- and security-building measures, including the Vienna Document.

• Previous assignment at HQ USAFE, EUCOM, NATO, or another European-theater staff.

• Experience as a MAJCOM Treaty Compliance Officer or within a HAF, Joint Staff, OSD, or DTRA arms control organization.

• Experience using ACES or similar treaty reporting systems.

• Experience supporting DoD Treaty Compliance Review Groups, Implementation Working Groups, or interagency coordination meetings.

• Working proficiency in German or another European language.

Work Environment

• Full-time, on-site work at HQ USAFE, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, in classified government facilities.

• Standard 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday, with core hours of 0800–1600.

• Occasional extended hours and short-notice travel to support inspections, exercises, and other mission requirements.

• Travel throughout Europe and Africa, as well as CONUS travel, for inspections, exercises, training, and conferences.

• Employment in Germany requires DOCPER Analytical Support status approval before the start date.

• Eligible employees and dependents may access installation support services, including exchange, commissary, APO mail, and other base services, subject to applicable requirements.

Company Description

The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA. As an SDVOSB, the Red Gate Group has established a reputation for delivering quality multi-tiered services in intelligence analysis, strategic planning, program management, policy development, operational design, and technology integration. RGG delivers high-quality, customer-centric solutions around the world—from the foxhole to the highest levels of Government. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our employees enjoy 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work-life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success. Join our team and be part of an organization that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing.