Arms Control Support Specialist

The Red Gate Group is seeking an Arms Control Support Specialist to support the Department of the Air Force (DAF) in implementing and maintaining compliance with arms control treaties, conventions, and international agreements. Working with AF/A10P, this individual provides treaty analysis, policy development, compliance monitoring, inspection and exercise support, and training to ensure Air Force operations, capabilities, and modernization programs align with treaty obligations and national security objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and analyze arms control treaties, agreements, and proposed provisions to assess impacts on Air Force policy, operations, and capabilities.
• Develop and update treaty implementation guidance, policy documents, briefings, point papers, and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Draft and coordinate responses to taskers, requests for information, and higher-headquarters inquiries, including short-notice requirements.
• Monitor treaty implementation and compliance activities, track inspections and reporting requirements, and prepare notifications, data exchanges, and after-action reports.
• Support treaty compliance inspections and exercises by developing scenarios, training materials, and read-ahead documents, facilitating events, and advising Air Force personnel.
• Develop and deliver treaty compliance training, educational materials, handbooks, and guidance for Treaty Compliance Officers and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate arms control conferences, workshops, working groups, and interagency meetings, including agendas, briefings, meeting minutes, and follow-up actions.
• Review Air Force and Joint acquisition programs, operational concepts, and modernization initiatives for treaty compliance impacts.
• Analyze arms control policy, nuclear deterrence, and national security guidance to inform Air Force strategy, planning, and decision-making.
• Maintain historical arms control documentation, capture lessons learned, and develop communications and knowledge-sharing materials.
• Coordinate with Headquarters Air Force, major commands (MAJCOMs), and other stakeholders to support treaty compliance workforce development and program management.
• Travel CONUS and OCONUS, sometimes on short notice, to support inspections, exercises, training, and conferences.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• At least five years of relevant experience in arms control, treaty implementation or compliance, or nonproliferation within the Department of Defense, interagency community, or supporting contractor environment.
• Working knowledge of U.S. arms control treaties and agreements and DoD/DAF implementation and compliance processes.
• Demonstrated experience researching, analyzing, and preparing policy documents, point papers, briefings, and staff packages for senior leaders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and coordination skills.
• Ability to travel on short notice to CONUS and OCONUS locations.

Desired Qualifications

• Direct experience supporting treaty inspections, evaluations, implementation, or compliance activities.
• Experience with New START, the Chemical Weapons Convention, or the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.
• Familiarity with the Arms Control Enterprise System (ACES), Information and Resources Support System (IRSS), or similar reporting databases.
• Experience supporting DoD Treaty Compliance Review Groups, Implementation Working Groups, or interagency coordination meetings.
• Experience working with the Air Staff, Joint Staff, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Defense Threat Reduction Agency, or a MAJCOM treaty compliance office.
• Experience developing treaty compliance exercises, training programs, or acquisition compliance reviews.
• SAP/SAR eligibility.
• Master's degree in international relations, security studies, nuclear policy, or a related field.

Work Environment

• On-site work at AF/A10P within classified government facilities; telework may be available with approval.
• Standard 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday, with core hours of 0800-1600.
• Occasional extended hours to support urgent taskings, inspections, and mission requirements.
• CONUS and OCONUS travel as required, sometimes on short notice.

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.