USAF Saudi Arabia Deputy Country Director

Company Overview:

ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis, and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service.

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a USAF Saudi Arabia Deputy Country Director to support our work with the Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs (SAF/IA). In this key role, you will support U.S.–Saudi Arabian security cooperation and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs by analyzing existing U.S. military and Saudi Arabian defense capabilities and requirements, identifying and assessing alternative sustainment and enhancement strategies, and providing recommendations to support current and future programs. You will work closely with U.S. and Saudi Arabian defense stakeholders to strengthen bilateral relationships, advance security cooperation objectives, and assist in defining requirements for future programs.

This position requires 20 - 50% international travel.

Day to Day Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of the U.S. – Saudi Arabian Security Cooperation (SC) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program

Coordinate daily activities between U.S. defense agencies, U.S. defense industry, U.S. Government reading and Saudi Arabian military

Develop Congressional Notifications for FMS cases

Orchestrate action on FMS programs to advance the US-Saudi Arabian Air Force relationship

Maintain strong relationships with key authorities from U.S. and Saudi Arabian Defense agencies, ministerial-level organizations, and military components

Event planning for trade events

Track progress and efficacy of Saudi Arabian FMS cases

Lead program management reviews and delegations to Saudi Arabia

Host foreign partners for U.S. visits

Track correspondence between USAF and Saudi Arabian Air Force and Air Defense

Compose written responses to Saudi Arabian inquires

Engage with Saudi Arabian Embassy in Washington DC

20% domestic and international travel

Required Qualifications

Secret Security Clearance (Active)

A minimum of five years of professional experience with either the U.S. Air Force, DoD, international relations

Three years of experience with USAF Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and utilizing standard computer applications

Proven excellence in written communication

Project or Program Management Experience

Experience with DoD acquisition policies, laws, regulations, and guidance

Must be comfortable working in the Middle East and foreign travel

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of Saudi Arabian or Middle Eastern Country experience

Event planning experience (Air Shows, Banquets, SME exchange events, Chief of Staff level tours)

Knowledge of F-16, C-17, or C2 systems

Working knowledge of the CENTCOM area of responsibility

Knowledge of USG interagency (DOS)

Experience working with OSD, DSCA or SAF/IA

Ability to provide strategic planning, policy, resourcing, and implementation approaches

Outstanding writing and speaking skills

Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to: business considerations, local market, internal equity, candidate qualifications such as skills, education and experience. ANSER provides employees benefits to support all aspects of their life including health, financial and well-being. For more information, please visit: http://www.anser.org

Full-Time Salary Range for this position:

$99,000 — $144,000 USD

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with ANSER, please call 703-416-2000 or e-mail [email protected]

ANSER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds with varying levels of experience who have a desire to do meaningful work. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.