Title: Air Mobility Operations / 618 AOC & AFFOR Staff Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Location: Scott AFB, IL
Clearance: Top SecretPosition SummaryWe are seeking an Air Mobility Operations / 618 AOC & AFFOR Staff Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support a multi-disciplinary action research team working with the Air Force Research Laboratory and Air Mobility Command. This position supports transformation initiatives at AMC Headquarters and contributes to complex organizational research efforts. The SME applies deep operational and staff expertise to ensure research outcomes and innovative solutions are grounded in current DoD and USAF doctrine, concepts, and tactics. This role involves close daily collaboration with senior government civilian and military leaders, contractor teammates, and colleagues. Location: Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. Work will primarily take place in government workspaces, with some time in company offices and occasional telework as mission needs allow.
Key Responsibilities- Provide expert insight into AMC operational constructs and 618 AOC processes
- Advise on MAJCOM Headquarters and AFFOR staff integration
- Assess staff coordination mechanisms, recommend practical improvements, and support their implementation
- Translate operational challenges into actionable leadership recommendations
- Support enterprise-level organizational research and modernization initiatives
- Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data
- Participate in research project design, planning, and execution
- Support research project management actions as needed
- Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings and written products
- Ensure compliance with security and documentation requirements
- Maintain current understanding of DoD, USAF, and AMC doctrine and policies
Required Qualifications- 10+ years of uniformed experience in airlift, air refueling, or global mobility operations
- 2+ years of MAJCOM-level staff or 618 AOC experience
- Strong understanding of AFFOR staff roles and AMC Headquarters processes
- Completion of Intermediate or Senior Developmental Education
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to engage senior leaders effectively
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
Desired Qualifications- Experience with AFFOR staff processes at AMC
- Current or recent Headquarters AMC experience, especially within A3
- Project Management Professional Training and/or certification
- Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt training and/or certification
- Familiarity with AMC transformation initiatives
- Experience with Palantir Foundry platform, especially related to Maven or Envision
Former Air Mobility aviators are strongly encouraged to apply.If you have any questions regarding this position please let me know.
Skills & Requirements Qualifications
Principal applicants only. Please no agencies, 3rd party, or staffing firms.
