Careers at AFA
The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) is a non-profit, independent, professional military and aerospace education association.
Our mission is to promote dominant U.S. Air and Space Forces as the foundation of a strong National Defense; to honor and support our Airmen, Guardians, and their Families; and to remember and respect our enduring Heritage.
Whether your background is military or civilian, journalism or policy, education or marketing, or you’re just getting started in your career—AFA’s mission has a role for you.
An Office with a Mission
Our office is located in Pentagon City, just a short walk from the Air Force Memorial (a constant reminder of our heritage) and a half-mile walk from the Pentagon, making our staff and amenities accessible to leaders within the Department of the Air Force.
Our facility features state-of-the-art video and podcast studios, cutting-edge meeting spaces and classrooms, a vast library containing the history of aerospace power, and museum-grade artifacts and artwork. AFA employees work a minimum of three days in the office, but many choose to take advantage of our amenities five days a week.
A Company That Cares
AFA is an equal opportunity employer. We offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package including matching contributions to our 401(k)-retirement plan, paid vacation and holidays, medical, dental, and life insurance.
Generous 401(k)
AFA contributes an unconditional and automatic 4% of your base salary to your 401(k), and matches employee contributions up to 5%.
Medical
AFA offers comprehensive, flexible medical plans that fit your family’s unique shape, size, and situation. Plans include HSA and FSA options.
Paid Time Off
AFA observes 12 annual holidays, and offers starting employees up to 15 days of PTO to spend how they wish each year.
Parental Leave
New parents enjoy 12 paid weeks off to spend with their growing family.
AFA Life Membership
Every employee is a member of AFA, which includes lifetime access to all of our perks.
And More!
Vision, dental, group life insurance, tuition assistance, wellness perks, and other benefits are all available.
Job Openings
Senior Accountant-General Ledger, Budget & CompliancePosted: Apr 13, 2026
Salary Range: $82,720 to $97,500 annually.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Senior Accountant – General Ledger, Budget & Compliance is responsible for general ledger accounting, allocations, fund accounting, and budgeting support. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, maintains compliance with applicable requirements, and supports audit and financial planning processes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
General Ledger and Close (40%)
• Prepare month-end journal entries including allocations and adjustments
• Record investment activity and other complex entries
• Prepare and record all cost allocations (direct, indirect, occupancy, etc.)
• Maintain net asset, restricted fund, and endowment rollforwards
• Ensure proper classification of funds
Budgeting, Forecasting, and Reporting (35%)
• Support annual budget process and coordinate with departments
• Prepare and distribute departmental financial reports
• Analyze budget vs. actual results and investigate variances
• Maintain and update period forecasts based on actual results and changing assumptions
• Work with budget managers to refine forecasts and identify risks, opportunities, and trends
Compliance and Audit (15%)
• Support GSA and other regulatory reporting requirements
• Prepare audit schedules and support audit requests
• Assist with contract tracking and compliance activities
Systems and Process Support (10%)
• Maintain Solver and ensure alignment with the general ledger
• Ensure data integrity across systems
• Support process improvements and documentation
Other Duties as assigned
• Provide advice, support, reports to program managers and other staff as situations require.
REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience Required
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of related experience.
Education and Experience Preferred
• Experience in nonprofit accounting and financial reporting
Certifications & Licenses Required
• None
Certifications & Licenses Preferred
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Required
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, payroll, and financial reporting
• Experience with Sage Intacct or similar accounting systems
• Experience with Solver or similar budget and reporting systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including above average Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLookup)
COMPENSATION
AFA has a generous employee benefits package in addition to cash compensation. Our hiring range for this role is $82,720 - $97,500. More experienced candidates are invited to apply and you are encouraged to add your salary requirements in answer to our application. Thank you for your interest in AFA, we look forward to learning more about you.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Works out of Air & Space Forces Association’s headquarters in Arlington, VA. Office hours required are an eight-hour day. Operates in a professional office environment with travel to local offices, community partners, and events. Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Must be able to work overtime and travel as needed.
Staff Accountant, Accounts ReceivablePosted: Apr 13, 2026
Salary Range: $59,360 to $67,500 annually.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Staff Accountant – Accounts Receivable is responsible for supporting accounts receivable, billing, and cash application processes. This role ensures accurate and timely recording of transactions, assists with reconciliations, and supports the monthly close process.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Accounts Receivable Processing (40%)
• Prepare and issue invoices for various revenue streams
• Apply cash receipts and process deposits
• Maintain accurate customer account records
• Assist with Salesforce batch processing
Cash and Payment Processing (25%)
• Record and reconcile incoming payments
• Assist with reconciliation of payment processors
• Ensure deposits are recorded accurately
Collections and Customer Support (15%)
• Assist with monitoring AR aging and follow up on outstanding balances
• Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding billing and payments
Close and Reconciliations (10%)
• Assist with AR reconciliations
• Support month-end close activities as assigned
Administrative and Support Tasks (10%)
• Maintain documentation and filing systems
• Assist with ad hoc reporting and projects
Other Duties as assigned
REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience Required
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of related experience.
Education and Experience Preferred
• Experience in nonprofit accounting, financial reporting, revenue and receivables processing
Certifications & Licenses Required
• None
Certifications & Licenses Preferred
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Required
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and revenue and receivables processing
• Experience with Sage Intacct, Salesforce, or similar systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
COMPENSATION:
AFA has a generous employee benefits package in addition to cash compensation. Our hiring range for this role is $59,360 - $67,500. More experienced candidates are invited to apply and you are encouraged to add your salary requirements in answer to our application. Thank you for your interest in AFA, we look forward to learning more about you.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Works out of Air & Space Forces Association’s headquarters in Arlington, VA. Office hours required are an eight-hour day. Operates in a professional office environment with travel to local offices, community partners, and events. Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Must be able to work overtime and travel as needed
Senior Accountant-Payroll & General LedgerPosted: Apr 13, 2026
Salary Range: $82,720 to $97,500 annually.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Senior Accountant – Payroll & General Ledger is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of payroll, cash, and general ledger accounting activities. This role ensures timely recording of payroll, benefits, and cash transactions, prepares journal entries, maintains fixed assets, and supports month-end close and audit processes. The position works closely with the Senior Director of Finance, HR, and other accounting staff to ensure compliance with internal controls and accurate financial reporting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Cash and General Ledger Accounting (25%)
• Monitor daily cash activity and ensure transactions are recorded timely and accurately
• Record bank sweep activity, bank fees, and interest income
• Record monthly entries related to Shop AFA and other operational activity
• Ensure accounts receivable and payroll cash activity are properly reflected in the general ledger
Payroll and Benefits Accounting (30%)
• Oversee payroll processing performed by staff or temporary support
• Prepare bi-weekly payroll journal entries
• Record benefits and 401k-related journal entries and allocations
• Review and fund retirement plan contributions
• Create monthly benefit allocations (Aetna, MetLife, Flores, etc.)
• Work with HR to ensure payroll and benefits data are accurate and complete
Balance Sheet Reconciliations and Close (20%)
• Reconcile payroll and Payflex bank accounts
• Ensure all payroll and benefits-related accounts are reconciled monthly
• Record prepaid expenses and ensure proper amortization
• Support the monthly close process and ensure accurate period posting
Fixed Assets (5%)
• Maintain fixed asset schedules
• Record depreciation and ensure proper classification of capital assets
Audit and Compliance (10%)
• Prepare audit schedules related to payroll, benefits, and fixed assets
• Support 401k audit and compliance requirements
• Assist with audit requests as needed
Systems and Process Support (10%)
• Serve as system owner for Intacct
• Ensure data integrity and proper system usage
• Support process improvements and internal controls
Other Duties as assigned
• Provide advice, support, reports to program managers and other staff as situations require.
REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience Required
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of related experience.
Education and Experience Preferred
• Experience with payroll accounting and nonprofit organizations
Certifications & Licenses Required
• None
Certifications & Licenses Preferred
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Required
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, payroll, and financial reporting
• Experience with Sage Intacct or similar accounting systems
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
COMPENSATION:
AFA has a generous employee benefits package in addition to cash compensation. Our hiring range for this role is $82,720 - $97,500. More experienced candidates are invited to apply and you are encouraged to add your salary requirements in answer to our application. Thank you for your interest in AFA, we look forward to learning more about you.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works out of Air & Space Forces Association’s headquarters in Arlington, VA. Office hours required are an eight-hour day. Operates in a professional office environment with travel to local offices, community partners, and events. Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Must be able to work overtime and travel as needed
SR. Fellow Space StudiesPosted: Mar 27, 2026
Salary Range: $167,440 to $209,300 annually.
JOB SUMMARY:
As a member of the Mitchell Institute Spacepower Advantage Center of Excellence (MI-SPACE), the Senior Resident Fellow is responsible for leading and developing areas of research specific to Spacepower strategy, operational concepts, tactics, and technologies. As well as, providing executive leadership on Mitchell Institute strategy, priorities, and events, and maintaining a high profile with external partners and stakeholders.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Oversee and assess research initiatives for the Mitchell Institute (MI-SPACE) (approximately 65% of effort):
- Provide executive input on strategy and assist in developing resources to support Mitchell Institute research priorities.
- Lead and manage the requisite research to facilitate bodies of work developed by Mitchell Institute.
- Draft reports, opinion pieces, and issue briefings regarding space and national security topics; contribute to those written by colleagues in Mitchell Institute.
- Author and publish in relevant and prestigious journals, websites, and other mediums.
- Provide data to facilitate broader Mitchell Institute and Air& Space Forces Association strategic planning, event coordination, budget planning, communications efforts, and general enterprise cooperation.
Business Development for Mitchell Institute programs (approximately 25% of effort):
- Seek business opportunities for broader Mitchell Institute program portfolio.
- Develop and promote the profile and contacts of Mitchell Institute, AFA, and specific research bodies of work to further revenue and growth.
- Maintain necessary professional networks to facilitate issue expertise, subject matter currency, subject matter expert access, fundraising capability, and general mission execution.
- Share network access with Mitchell Institute staff to facilitate broader enterprise goals.
Support Mitchell Institute program events (approximately 5% of effort):
- Assist in developing event strategy and tactics; support individual event goals and overall standards of quality are met.
- Serve as a key point of contact during events to support speakers and attendees.
Other Duties as assigned (approximately 5% of effort):
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience Required:
- 10 years minimum experience in national security community, with a focus on Spacepower strategy, operational concepts, tactics, and technologies.
- Experience building and marinating relationships at the highest levels of government, private industry, and relevant research and policy organizations.
- Master’s degree in a related field preferred.
- Space Force or Air Force veteran with relevant operational experience status preferred.
Certifications & Licenses Required:
- None
Department Core Competencies:
- Technical Competencies (Research)
- Strategic Planning
- Decision-Making
- Business Acumen
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Demonstrated knowledge of national defense, strategic deterrence, military space issues, and spacepower.
- Experience developing and ability to grow an extensive professional network in the space sector, national security community, and strategic deterrence cadre.
- Demonstrated ability to produce and publish written work in topic areas and formats appropriate to the role.
- Experience as, and continuing ability to convey a strong leadership presence in highly hierarchical organizations, including military and government.
- Experience with budget planning and execution.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong adaptability to stressful situations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office with extra focus on Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to be consistently thorough and demonstrate attention to detail in completing tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to complete, organize, and appropriately document activities.
- Demonstrated ability to be honest and ethical in work.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Works out of Air and Space Forces Association’s headquarters in Arlington, VA.
- Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, subject to modification based on the needs of each program or site.
- Operates in a professional office environment with travel to local offices, community partners, and events.
- Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
- Must be able to travel (5%).
Physical Demands:
The position requires sedentary work (sitting most of the time with no adverse environmental exposure) and occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. The position also includes the following physical requirements:
- The employee in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc., and may require travel to event locations and movement in varied locations.
- The employee in this position needs to be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a copy machine and printer.
- The employee is required to communicate and hold verbal conversations with others by means of the spoken word. Employee must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Junior Account Executive / Sales AssociatePosted: Jan 27, 2026
Salary Range: $63,760 to $94,400 annually.
Position: |
| Junior Account Executive / Sales Associate |
Department: |
| Sales |
Reports to: |
| Vice President of Sales |
Classification status: |
| Full Time Exempt |
JOB SUMMARY:
This entry level position reports directly to the Vice President of Sales. The Junior Account Executive will be responsible for identifying and attaining new advertisers and sponsors for AFA products which may include but are not limited to Air and Space Forces Magazine (print and digital) display advertising on Airandspaceforces.com, newsletters, content marketing, thought leadership programs, and event sponsorships for AFA self-produced events through the sale of integrated marketing programs. This position assists the Vice President of Sales in the research and execution of sales programs while performing a broad range of sales-related duties for the greater Sales team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Build and Manage New Business Pipeline: 40%
- Build and maintain an active sales pipeline for all assigned programs within AFA product line which may include but are not limited to advertising, media, and event sponsorship
- Conducts daily dedicated outreach to warm leads and cold calls based upon assignment
- Prospect within designated areas of focus as assigned by the Vice President of Sales
- Convert leads from assigned list of existing AFA Corporate members into active AFA Advertisers / Sponsors.
- Work cross departmentally to research, curate, create and maintain lead lists for new business
Executing Sales Functions: 40%
- Meet or exceed aggressive new business sales targets
- Conduct outreach and relationship-building with external stakeholders to secure sales contracts, sponsorships, and general support and awareness of AFA.
- Manages existing relationships with advertisers while growing YOY investment
- Promote AFA product line through use of media kit, prospecti, and customized sales and marketing collateral.
- Build comprehensive integrated marketing proposals to present to clients ranging from junior level to senior agency buyers.
- Host virtual and in-person presentations
- Attends consumer, trade, and other industry events to solicit new sponsors
Consistently analyzes metrics, maximizes revenue, identifies opportunities, optimizes campaigns, and troubleshoots issues.
Administrative Functions: 15%
- Forecast, track and report on sales performance
- Curate sales forecasts and other related data for internal presentations
- Create, modify, edit, draft or proofread outbound sales and marketing collateral
- Enters and maintains sales leads into sales contact database / CRM
- Research best practices, strategies, and industry standards in online, print and event marketing
Other duties as assigned: 5% REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Demonstrated ability to creatively problem solve revenue generating solutions/products/strategies to answer client business challenges
- Collaboration, negotiation, and customer service skills
- Ability to effectively collaborate with internal partner teams while being independent in managing your business
- Ability to work in a team environment, focusing on the overall success of the sales department
- Positive, problem-solving attitude
- Ability to thrive in a rapidly changing organization, highly motivated, entrepreneurial, and energetic
- Highly organized and motivated self-starter
- Excellent verbal and written communications, negotiation, and consultative selling skills.
- Standard office computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Ability to analyze current market trends, research appropriate business opportunities, and follow through on leads
- Ability to adjust sales efforts as the market demands
- Must be a strategic thinker, self-motivated, task, detail and deadline oriented
- Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Must possess exceptional customer relations skills and telephone etiquette
- Strong organizational skills and ability to consistently attend to details and meet deadlines.
- Ability and commitment to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality and interact effectively with high profile individuals.
REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience Required:
- Bachelors’ degree in marketing, pr, communications, business, hospitality management or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
1+ years of sales experience with proven track record of meeting quotas, successfully driving revenue through prospecting, discovery, pitching, closing, renewing and upselling
Experience Preferred:
- Experience selling a comprehensive product line to include media and events
- Canva design program
- CRM Systems WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Works hybrid schedule consisting of both remote work and onsite work at AFA’s headquarters in Arlington, VA.
- Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, subject to modification based on the needs of each program or site.
- Operates in a professional office environment with travel to local offices, community partners, and events.
- Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
- Must be able to work overtime and travel as needed.
Physical Demands:
- The position requires sedentary work (sitting most of the time with no adverse environmental exposure) and occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. The position also includes the following physical requirements:
- Movement. The employee in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
- The employee in this position needs to be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a copy machine and printer.
- The employee is required to communicate and hold verbal conversations with others by means of the spoken word. Employee must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.