INDOPACOM Senior Advisor

Forge is a global solutions provider. We are a proud, certified 8a, woman-owned, service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (8a, WOSB, SDVOSB) ignited to redefine the traditional GovCon mold, deliver innovations, and elevate collective impact . We are known as international problem fixers who only pursue work where we can truly make a difference. We are deeply integrated members of trusted client communities, energized and honored to be partners in questioning and solving human challenges across the world.

Forge strik es a precise balance between empowering autonomy and emphasizing the necessity of being part of a connected network of people and initiatives. It's led to a new echelon of collective excellence- one that continues to lead to monumental growth - and built a dream team of top-tier, collaborative, 'get-it-done' experts.

Our culture is everything. People come first. Our culture is built around a diverse group of employees empowered to think in different directions, a leadership team who trusts employees to lean-in to unique greatness, and an operations team that deploys programs to support employee well-being and growth - both personally and professionally. We treat Forge like a co-op in which the input of staff drives corporate action.

With a 93% retention rate, it's evident that once we hire great people, we keep them. We're rated # 2 Best Medium -size Business in all of Virginia, and we are a multi-year, multi-award winner of the Fortune® Magazine Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™ and Best Medium Workplaces™ awards .  Based on employee feedback and independent analysis, we have been certified as a Great Place to Work™ four years in a row. Collective success landed us on the Inc. 5000 List of the Fastest-Growing privately held businesses in the United States . But most importantly, we're proud to be a company that puts people first.

The future of Forge is exciting and evolving - as capability and community remain the battle rhythm sustaining transformative success. We're searching for those who want to work hard, play hard, give back, and enjoy life. If this resonates with you, then come make a difference at Forge.

Requirement : INDOPACOM Senior Advisor

Job Description : Forge requires a Senior Advisor to join a dynamic team supporting the INDOPACOM portfolio for a DoD client. Tasks include analysis, data collection, organizing collected data, creating performance monitoring plans, developing assessment tools, and providing actionable insights through structured reports, visualizations, and briefings. The Senior Advisor will work closely with government personnel and contractor analysts across the security cooperation community and will maintain records, update assessments over time, and facilitate transparent information sharing.

Key Responsibilities : Key responsibilities of the candidate will be (but aren't limited to) :

Supporting security assistance and foreign military sales requirements, including Congressional Notification (CN) and LOAs for SAMM & AECA Compliance :

Examining Letters of Request (LORs) and Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) to ensure they adhere to the Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM) and the Arms Export Control Act (AECA). This includes verifying accuracy, completeness, and alignment with applicable regulations

Assisting with the planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting of training programs related to assigned programs.

Fostering Interdepartmental Relationships; Performing research, analyzing data, pulling and analyzing reports from various data systems, reviewing Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) and training equipment lists.

Provide timely and accurate responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) and other relevant correspondence from government personnel, program stakeholders, and external parties.

Complete technical and weapons review and assessments; advising on technical matters related to weapons for programs of record, non-programs of record, and integration of weapons systems.

Assisting with the planning and execution of meetings and conferences, including coordinating logistics, preparing materials, and managing participant communications.

Qualifications / Requirements :

The Candidate must have the ability to think strategically, act tactically, and display strong analytical and critical thinking skills. They must also build strong cross-group working relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. The Candidate must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities.

We are looking for candidates with....

Minimum Qualifications :

• US Citizen

Bachelor's 4(four) year degree from an accredited institution in areas of Logistics or Defense Studies or 10 years of in-depth experience in military tactics and logistics.

Ten (10) years of work experience in the armed services, military operator or industry experience related to weapons system sales or weapons management, technology transfers, command and control and secure communications systems, joint interoperability, security cooperation, integrated air and missile defense and integration of military equipment and operational areas. Experience supporting DoD programs, international programs, and strategic initiatives.

Ten (10) years of demonstrated experience in Military Weapon Warfare with a functional understanding of the policy process and Washington D.C. diplomatic and military organizations and culture, and the ability to interact with senior Government representatives.

Five (5) years of consecutive experience preparing briefing papers and providing input on matters of technical content related to defense sales, weapons system management, weapons planning, or weapons development, design or engineering.

Ability to complete regular and long-term TDYs (up to 2-months at a time) for program analysis and support in OCONUS locations.

Excellent oral and written communication

Ability to follow security protocols to protect sensitive data

Active TOP SECRET Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications : Five (5) years of Foreign Military Sales experience

Job : Full-time

Location : Arlington, VA

Salary Range : $130k - $145k / yr

Assigned Forge Job Title : Senior Specialist

Essential Duties :

This job posting sets forth the basic authorities and responsibilities of this position, which may be changed from time to time as shall be determined. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Benefits :

Forge fosters a rich company culture built on a diverse, hard-working employee base. Our staff is the core of our success and the impetus behind our decisions. In today's corporate culture, there is no longer a line between work and home life. As a result, we focused our benefits approach on the whole family.

The Forge total compensation model is based on a "choose-your-own-adventure approach," allowing each employee to create a comprehensive package of benefits and perks tailored to his or her needs. Examples of benefits included in our total compensation package include :

Forge Group, LLC is a proud DoD Skillbridge and V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) certified company committed to hiring and retaining military veterans and spouses.

Forge Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity [and / or] Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or military or protected veteran status. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.