Subject Matter Expert III (FMS) - Military Veterans
at Cape Fox Shared Services
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide real-time support for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case development and pre-Letter of Request (LOR) activities. The SME will be responsible for guiding program teams, providing technical and strategic expertise, and ensuring compliance with U.S. Air Force (USAF) Security Assistance programs. This role requires deep knowledge of FMS processes, acquisition strategies, and stakeholder coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
General Duties:
- Provide subject matter expertise on FMS case development, including LOR and Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) processes.
- Assist in identifying requirements, acquisition planning, sustainment strategies, and training needs for FMS programs.
- Collaborate with U.S. Air Force (USAF), international partners, Security Cooperation Organizations, and industry stakeholders.
- Support risk analysis, cost estimation, and program assessments for FMS programs.
- Aid in preparing FMS documentation, including Pricing & Availability (P&A) data, LOA documents, and Manpower Travel Data Sheets (MTDS).
- Work closely with the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), and other relevant agencies.
- Provide expert guidance on case planning, base activation, logistics, and sustainment.
- Support discussions with industry and international partners to define capability requirements, pricing, and feasibility.
- Ensure compliance with Security Assistance Management Manual (eSAMM) guidelines.
- Assist with policy development, quality assurance, and process optimization for FMS operations.
- Utilize Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS) and other FMS IT tools for case tracking and reporting.
- Maintain compliance with government security, contracting, and acquisition regulations.
- Prepare and submit monthly status reports detailing ongoing tasks, program updates, and performance metrics.
- Ensure alignment with DoD policies, OPSEC guidelines, and information security requirements.
- Assist in the review of classified and controlled unclassified information (CUI) related to FMS programs.
Travel Requirements
0 - 10%
Salary Grade
Job Requirements
Technical Skills & Knowledge:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and Project).
- Experience using FMS-related IT systems (e.g., DSAMS, MTDS tools).
- Strong understanding of FMS acquisition lifecycle, security cooperation policies, and DoD regulations.
- Familiarity with contract management, logistics, sustainment, and training planning.
- Active SECRET clearance required at the time of application.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Logistics, International Relations, or related field preferred.
- Relevant DoD certifications (e.g., DAWIA, Security Cooperation certifications) are a plus.
- Years of Experience: 7 years
Category
Other
Location
Lackland Air Force Base - Lackland, TX 78236-9853 US (Primary)
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Lackland Air Force Base, TX
Do you know Tlingit means human being or Sanya Kwáan means Cape Fox?
In 1971, the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) was passed. Cape Fox Corporation (CFC) is a Village Corporation formed in 1973 as part of the Act and is the Alaska Native Corporation for the village of Saxman. CFC began with 198 original shareholders; today, there are over 320 shareholders. CFC is an award-winning organization, often voted as one of the Top 100 employers in Alaska and “Best Companies to Work For.” CFC subsidiary Concentric Methods is a Joint Commission Certified Organization.
For nearly three decades, the corporation generated revenue primarily by harvesting timber. However, as the timber industry declined, the focus turned to hospitality and tourism, real estate, and federal contracting. Today, Cape Fox Corporation employs more than 800 employees and is comprised of a family of businesses divided between two distinct groups: The Federal Contracting Group and the Commercial Group. Collectively, CFC and its subsidiaries specialize in:
· Information Technology/Cyber Security;
· Professional Services;
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· Training Services;
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· Logistical Services
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