Strategic Bomber Subject Matter Expert (SME) with Security Clearance

NOTE: This opening is for future work Join a Mission-Driven Team at The GARRETT GROUP At The GARRETT GROUP , we believe the best solutions begin with a great team of people. When you join us, you become part of a collaborative, mission-focused community committed to excellence in everything we do. We take pride in supporting our nation's most critical missions while creating an environment where our employees can thrive. Our team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package-including a competitive 401(k) with company match, a competitive PTO rate, flexible work schedules, medical, dental, and vision coverage, short-term disability, and company-paid life insurance- because taking care of you enables you to take care of the mission. Position: Strategic Bomber Subject Matter Expert (SME) Location: Offutt AFB, NE Position Overview The Strategic Bomber Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides senior-level expertise on U.S. strategic bomber operations in direct support of United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) Joint Exercises, Training, and Assessment (J7) missions. This role serves as the authoritative advisor on bomber force capabilities, employment concepts, and operational integration across the nuclear triad. Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced analysis of USSTRATCOM core mission areas with emphasis on strategic bomber operations, posture, and employment.
• Provide subject matter expertise on bomber platforms including B-1, B-2, B-52, and B-21.
• Assess strategic deterrence effectiveness and integration of bomber capabilities within nuclear and conventional operations.
• Support development and execution of joint exercises, training events, and assessments in accordance with JELC processes.
• Contribute to operational planning efforts, including campaign plans, CONOPS, OPORDs, and strategic assessments.
• Advise senior leadership on bomber force readiness, capability gaps, and operational risks.
• Integrate bomber operations within broader NC2/NC3 frameworks and global strike missions.
• Participate in wargaming, scenario development, and after-action analysis.
• Coordinate across Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Services, and interagency partners. Required Qualifications
• Minimum 15 years of practical experience with B-1, B-2, B-52, and/or B-21 bomber operations as a commissioned officer.
• Minimum 3 years of experience at the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Joint Staff, Combatant Command, Service, MAJCOM, or equivalent headquarters-level organization.
• Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) Phase II graduate .
• Senior Service School graduate (e.g., Air War College, Naval War College, Army War College, or equivalent).
• Weapons School graduate (e.g., USAF Weapons School or equivalent).
• Demonstrated Air Operations Center (AOC) experience, including planning and execution of air operations.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with eligibility for:
• NC2/ESI access
• Special Access Programs (SAP) Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting USSTRATCOM J7 or similar Joint training and assessment environments.
• Deep understanding of nuclear command, control, and communications (NC3) and global strike operations.
• Experience with strategic deterrence assessments and campaign analysis.
• Familiarity with Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC), Joint Training Information Management System (JTIMS), and Joint Training Toolkit (JTT).
• Prior experience supporting senior-level decision-making and strategic planning processes. Contingency Statement This position is contingent upon contract award. Candidates selected will be notified of their contingent status and provided updates throughout the award process.