CareerPlan

Nuclear Analyst

Richmond, VA, USFull-time$101k–$201k2026-05-21 → 2026-11-09
On-siteSecurity clearance required

Core

Provide specialized technical, analytical, and programmatic support for the Nuclear Command, Control and Communication (NC3) Division within the Headquarters Air Force.

Role type

Senior policy and program analyst (nuclear deterrence)

Builds

NC3 policy documents, governance forum support materials, and strategic briefings for senior leaders

Domain

Defense / Nuclear Command, Control, and Communication (NC3)

Required skills

NC3 policy development, requirements integration, technical report writing, stakeholder coordination, data analysis, programmatic research

Preferred skills

NC3 modernization knowledge, federal policy coordination experience, advanced degree in National Security Strategy or Nuclear Engineering

Technologies

Microsoft SharePoint, CATMS, eTask, TMT, DoW enterprise tools

Responsibilities

Draft and coordinate updates to critical Air Force NC3 policy documents; Assess and integrate Joint Requirements Oversight Council (JROC) and Combatant Command NC3 requirements into DAF policies; Lead analytical support for NC3 governance forums and senior leader engagements; Develop comprehensive briefings and programmatic reports for NC3 policy developments

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC