Nuclear Weapons Policy Instructor

Gritter Francona

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Albuquerque, New Mexico, US on site Until 8/21/2026 8+ years exp First posted June 16, 2026 Last posted June 16, 2026
Job description

Gritter Francona is seeking a highly qualified Nuclear Weapons Instructor to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting advanced education and training programs related to nuclear weapons, nuclear deterrence, and strategic security. The successful candidate will provide classroom instruction, curriculum development, and subject matter expertise to military, government, and/or contractor personnel. This position requires extensive knowledge of nuclear weapons theory, policy, effects, proliferation challenges, and the strategic environment surrounding nuclear deterrence.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in nuclear weapons systems, nuclear policy, strategic deterrence, national security, or a related field, along with exceptional communication and instructional skills. This position is performed onsite at Kirtland AFB, New Mexico, and requires an active Top Secret security clearance.

Job Duties May Include:

  • Provide instruction in nuclear policy, radiation detection, the theory of nuclear weapons design, nuclear materials production, radiological effects of nuclear weapons, blast and thermal effects of nuclear weapons, laws and treaties egarding nuclear weapons, nuclear proliferation, nuclear intelligence challenges, and the history and evolution of nuclear weapons. 

Requirements

  • Master's Degree
  • 8+ years experience
  • Must possess an active Top Secret clearance
  • Must be able to work onsite at Kirtland AFB

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
About this role

Summary

Provide instruction on nuclear policy, weapons, proliferation, and strategic security to military and government personnel

Job title

Nuclear Weapons Policy Instructor

Experience level

8+ years

Minimum experience

8+ years exp

Industry

defense

Location requirements

onsite at Kirtland AFB, New Mexico, US, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

master's degreeactive top secret clearancenuclear weapons theorycurriculum development

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

nuclear policynuclear weaponsdeterrencesecurity
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Albuquerque, NM, USA

On-site City