Fire and Emergency Services SME - USAF

Joint Research & Development
Washington, DC 20022 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 03, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Federal Government
  • Summary

    JRAD is seeking candidates for an immediate fill position supporting HQ, United States Air Force (USAF / HAF) Readiness Branch (A4CX). This position is hybrid with preference to candidates in the National Capitol Region (VA/DC/MD).

    Roles/Responsibilities:

    The SeniorFire and Emergency Services (FES) Readiness Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides expert operational and policy support to Headquarters Air Force (HAF) and the Department of the Air Force (DAF) in advancing the Chief of Staff of the Air Force (CSAF) readiness priorities. Leveraging deep experience as a Fire Chief or senior FES leader, this role analyzes and shapes Force Presentation, Mission Essential Tasks, Ability to Survive and Operate requirements, and expeditionary engineering readiness. The position is hybrid, with remote work and occasional travel to the Pentagon to support the Directorate of Logistics, Engineering, and Force Protection (AF/A4C) and enterpriselevel Civil Engineer (CE) readiness initiatives.
    • Provide detailed updates to leadership and stakeholders by participating in meetings/forums and coordinating, consolidating, developing and delivering/presenting associated meeting materials (e.g. slides, after action reports, minutes).
    • Develop and advocate for AF capability needs into al FES Science and Technology initiatives.
    • Ensure FES programs satisfy legally mandated federal requirements, executive orders, DoD directives and instructions by informing AF/A4C FES execution requirements by coordinating, consolidating, developing and maintaining FES governance and programmatic documents (e.g., AFIs, policies,), action plan recommendations, task and inquiry responses, and issue resolution action plans under AF/A4C program management oversight.
    • Provide detailed updates to leadership and stakeholders by participating in meetings/forums and coordinating, consolidating, developing and delivering/presenting associated meeting materials (e.g., slides, after action reports, minutes).
    • Assist AF/A4C representatives in managing and overseeing AF FES Program resource needs and effectively distributing resources to accomplish the FES goals and mission essential tasks.
    • Assist AF/A4C representatives in defending AF FES Program budget requests and resource allocation models to various fiscal planning and resource allocation committees and teams throughout the AF.
    • Coordinate, collaborate, develop, and send strategic messages ensuring AF stakeholders, strategic partners, and senior executive level AF leaders are apprised of AF FES program, policies, and actions under AF/A4C program management oversight.
    • Establish analysis surveys and apply information received to update and revise AF FES Program policies and guidelines.
    • Assist in administrating senior executive level working groups to ensure maximum participation and effectiveness through in-person, DCS, and/or teleconference.
    • Ensure AF FES equities are captured in AF, Air Force Reserve (AFR), ANG, Federal, Joint, DoD and NATO planning and programming documents before final Government approval.
    • Establish, revise, or review policies and procedures to support Air Force mission objectives, as necessary, to eliminate work problems, barriers to mission accomplishment, promote team building, and implement quality improvements, in response to concerns with regulatory compliance and customer requirements.
    Required Skills and Education:
    • Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree.
    • Graduate of the DoD Fire Protection School, and a minimum of ten (10) years' experience (GS-13/14 equivalent) in Incident Command, Emergency Medical Services, Aircraft Rescue Firefighting, Structural Operations, FES Response to Foreign and U.S. Hazardous Materials Chemical, Biological, Nuclear Incidents, Man-Made or Natural Disasters, other peacetime and terrorist Incidents.
    Security Clearance:
    • SECRET
    When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!

    JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
    • Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
    • Disability Insurance
    • 401K Plan
    • Tuition Reimbursement


    JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

    The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.

    PLEASE NOTE: Once you apply, to ensure you continue to receive important updates on your application and status, please add JRAD to your approved email list and/or check your spam and junk mail often for updates.
  • Job Description

    JRAD is seeking candidates for an immediate fill position supporting HQ, United States Air Force (USAF / HAF) Readiness Branch (A4CX). This position is hybrid with preference to candidates in the National Capitol Region (VA/DC/MD).

    Roles/Responsibilities:

    The SeniorFire and Emergency Services (FES) Readiness Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides expert operational and policy support to Headquarters Air Force (HAF) and the Department of the Air Force (DAF) in advancing the Chief of Staff of the Air Force (CSAF) readiness priorities. Leveraging deep experience as a Fire Chief or senior FES leader, this role analyzes and shapes Force Presentation, Mission Essential Tasks, Ability to Survive and Operate requirements, and expeditionary engineering readiness. The position is hybrid, with remote work and occasional travel to the Pentagon to support the Directorate of Logistics, Engineering, and Force Protection (AF/A4C) and enterpriselevel Civil Engineer (CE) readiness initiatives.
    • Provide detailed updates to leadership and stakeholders by participating in meetings/forums and coordinating, consolidating, developing and delivering/presenting associated meeting materials (e.g. slides, after action reports, minutes).
    • Develop and advocate for AF capability needs into al FES Science and Technology initiatives.
    • Ensure FES programs satisfy legally mandated federal requirements, executive orders, DoD directives and instructions by informing AF/A4C FES execution requirements by coordinating, consolidating, developing and maintaining FES governance and programmatic documents (e.g., AFIs, policies,), action plan recommendations, task and inquiry responses, and issue resolution action plans under AF/A4C program management oversight.
    • Provide detailed updates to leadership and stakeholders by participating in meetings/forums and coordinating, consolidating, developing and delivering/presenting associated meeting materials (e.g., slides, after action reports, minutes).
    • Assist AF/A4C representatives in managing and overseeing AF FES Program resource needs and effectively distributing resources to accomplish the FES goals and mission essential tasks.
    • Assist AF/A4C representatives in defending AF FES Program budget requests and resource allocation models to various fiscal planning and resource allocation committees and teams throughout the AF.
    • Coordinate, collaborate, develop, and send strategic messages ensuring AF stakeholders, strategic partners, and senior executive level AF leaders are apprised of AF FES program, policies, and actions under AF/A4C program management oversight.
    • Establish analysis surveys and apply information received to update and revise AF FES Program policies and guidelines.
    • Assist in administrating senior executive level working groups to ensure maximum participation and effectiveness through in-person, DCS, and/or teleconference.
    • Ensure AF FES equities are captured in AF, Air Force Reserve (AFR), ANG, Federal, Joint, DoD and NATO planning and programming documents before final Government approval.
    • Establish, revise, or review policies and procedures to support Air Force mission objectives, as necessary, to eliminate work problems, barriers to mission accomplishment, promote team building, and implement quality improvements, in response to concerns with regulatory compliance and customer requirements.
    Required Skills and Education:
    • Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree.
    • Graduate of the DoD Fire Protection School, and a minimum of ten (10) years' experience (GS-13/14 equivalent) in Incident Command, Emergency Medical Services, Aircraft Rescue Firefighting, Structural Operations, FES Response to Foreign and U.S. Hazardous Materials Chemical, Biological, Nuclear Incidents, Man-Made or Natural Disasters, other peacetime and terrorist Incidents.
    Security Clearance:
    • SECRET
    When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!

    JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
    • Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
    • Disability Insurance
    • 401K Plan
    • Tuition Reimbursement


    JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

    The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.

    PLEASE NOTE: Once you apply, to ensure you continue to receive important updates on your application and status, please add JRAD to your approved email list and/or check your spam and junk mail often for updates.
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