Position Title: F-35 ALIS/ODIN Cyber Sustainment & Readiness SME

Location: Remote

Clearance: Active Secret Clearance

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

Paradigm Max Q is redefining defense industry support. Founded in 2023, we combine elite talent, disciplined execution, and innovative thinking to deliver measurable results that improve readiness and reduce costs for the government and warfighter. As a rapidly growing SDVOSB, we are committed to operational excellence, accountability, and building a high-performing organization that delivers exceptional results for our customers. Our mission is to deliver measurable results that strengthen national defense and empower those who serve.

Position Summary

Paradigm Max Q is seeking a highly experienced Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS) / Operational Data Integrated Network (ODIN) Cyber Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the United States Air Force Air Combat Command (ACC) Directorate of Logistics, Engineering, and Force Protection (A4) in advancing F-35 sustainment readiness through expertise in ALIS, ODIN, and associated cyber sustainment activities.

Key Responsibilities

• ALIS/ODIN Sustainment & Operational Support
  • Serve as the senior logistics advisor supporting ACC initiatives involving F-35 ALIS and ODIN sustainment capabilities.
  • Assess system performance, logistics support requirements, data integrity, and operational impacts to fleet readiness.
  • Evaluate sustainment processes supporting transition, modernization, and operation of ODIN capabilities.
  • Support long-term sustainment strategies for ALIS and ODIN operational environments.
• Cyber Sustainment & Readiness Integration
  • Provide expertise regarding cyber sustainment requirements impacting F-35 operational readiness.
  • Assess cybersecurity risks and sustainment dependencies affecting mission performance.
  • Coordinate with cyber operations, logistics organizations, system administrators, and program stakeholders.
  • Evaluate impacts of cyber-related outages, software updates, and modernization efforts.
• F-35 Readiness Analysis & Improvement
  • Analyze readiness indicators, mission capability trends, logistics system effectiveness, and sustainment metrics.
  • Assess impacts of ALIS and ODIN performance on aircraft availability.
  • Develop recommendations to improve supportability, operational readiness, and sustainment efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Logistics, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 12+ years supporting DoD logistics, sustainment, cyber operations, or weapon system support activities.
• Experience supporting F-35 ALIS, ODIN, logistics information systems, or related sustainment platforms.
• Active Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years of logistics, sustainment, cyber operations, or readiness experience.
• Direct experience supporting F-35 ALIS and/or ODIN operational environments.
• Experience supporting ACC, Air Staff, MAJCOM headquarters, Program Executive Offices, or F-35 sustainment organizations.
• CISSP, Security+, PMP, CPL, CSCP, Lean Six Sigma, or DAWIA credentials.

Benefits Statement

Paradigm Max Q provides eligible employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability coverage; a 401(k)-retirement plan; paid time off (PTO) for vacation; and company-paid holidays. The benefits package also includes reimbursement for a Planet Fitness Black Card membership.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Salary Range (DMV Market)

$110,000 annually – $150,000 annually

Location-Based Compensation

Compensation is determined based on the employee's primary work location, applicable labor market, experience, education, certifications, security clearance, and other job-related factors. Candidates working outside the DMV may receive a different salary range consistent with local market conditions and applicable law.