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 Overview:
ANSER is seeking a Secretary of the Air Force, International Affairs (SAF/IA), Assistant United Arab Emirates (UAE) Country Director to support U.S.–UAE security cooperation and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) activities. In this role, you will manage U.S.–UAE FMS programs, coordinate with U.S. and UAE government and defense organizations, and support initiatives that advance U.S. national security objectives and the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force relationship with international partners.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
- Manage all aspects of U.S. – UAE Security Cooperation (SC) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs.
- Coordinate daily activities among U.S. defense agencies, U.S. defense industry, U.S. Government organizations, and UAE military organizations.
- Develop Congressional Notifications for FMS cases and coordinate associated actions.
- Orchestrate actions on FMS programs to advance the U.S. – UAE Air Force relationship.
- Maintain relationships with key authorities across U.S. and UAE defense agencies, ministerial-level organizations, and military components.
- Plan and coordinate events, including the Dubai Air Show and other trade events.
- Track the progress and effectiveness of UAE FMS cases and programs.
- Lead program management reviews and delegations to the UAE.
- Host foreign partners during visits to the United States.
- Track correspondence between the U.S. Air Force and UAE Air Force and Air Defense.
- Compose written responses to UAE inquiries and engage with the UAE Embassy in Washington, D.C.
- Support approximately 20% domestic and international travel.
Required Qualifications:
- Active Secret clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 5+ years of professional experience with the U.S. Air Force, Department of War (DoW), or international relations.
- 3+ years of experience with U.S. Air Force Foreign Military Sales (FMS).
- Experience using standard computer applications to support professional activities.
- Experience with DoW acquisition policies, laws, regulations, and guidance.
- Project or program management experience.
- Experience supporting or working with U.S. Government, defense, or international military organizations.
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, including to the Middle East.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience working in the Middle East or with UAE organizations.
- Experience planning and coordinating air shows, banquets, subject matter expert (SME) exchange events, or Chief of Staff-level tours.
- Knowledge of F-16, C-17, or command and control (C2) systems.
- Working knowledge of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) region.
- Knowledge of U.S. Government interagency organizations, including the Department of State (DoS).
- Experience working with the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), or SAF/IA.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
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
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.
Skills Required
- Active Secret security clearance
- Bachelor's degree
- 5+ years of professional experience with the U.S. Air Force, Department of War, or international relations
- 3+ years of experience with U.S. Air Force Foreign Military Sales
- Experience using standard computer applications to support professional activities
- Experience with Department of War acquisition policies, laws, regulations, and guidance
- Project or program management experience
- Experience supporting or working with U.S. Government, defense, or international military organizations
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, including to the Middle East
- 2+ years of experience working in the Middle East or with UAE organizations
- Experience planning and coordinating air shows, banquets, subject matter expert exchange events, or Chief of Staff-level tours
- Knowledge of F-16, C-17, or command and control systems
- Working knowledge of the United States Central Command region
- Knowledge of U.S. Government interagency organizations, including the Department of State
- Experience working with the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Defense Security Cooperation Agency, or Secretary of the Air Force International Affairs
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats
What We Do
Analytic Services Inc. (ANSER) is a nonprofit organization that strengthens national and homeland security by providing independent analysis, thought leadership, and practical solutions to government and public-sector clients. Its work includes analytical tradecraft, data exploitation, operational planning, policy support, and interoperability initiatives. Founded for public service rather than profit, ANSER measures success by the impact of its mission-focused research and advisory services.
