Acquisition Program Manager

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) empowers civilian professionals to grow their careers while supporting the mission of the Department of the Air Force (DAF). Bring your talent to a team that values innovation, expertise, and service – and where your work directly contributes to mission success. The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Acquisition Program Manager (NH-1101-04) to work at the Pentagon, Arlington, VA. Lead a high-impact space acquisition team delivering critical capabilities for the U.S. Space Force. Shape strategy, guide major programs and research contracts, advise senior leaders, and partner across government, industry, and allies. Duties Provides expert advisory services to the Director and SAE on program management and acquisition strategies. Leads, defines, manages, and integrates the efforts of the directorate, partnering with the Director to plan, organize, and oversee all activities. Serves as a key representative for the Directorate and organization, presenting organizational briefings to convey strategic vision to senior leaders, industry, government entities, and allies. Converts strategic goals into programs and policies for the Directorate by participating in the establishment of objectives and developing the plans to achieve them. Job Details Salary $107,446 - $164,301 (without locality) Situational telework up to 20% Travel up to 25% Permanent position 10+ years desired experience Recruitment, relocation & retention incentives may be authorized Qualifications U.S. Citizenship required. This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP). Unless specifically waived by the appropriate component official, i.e., the Director of Acquisition Career Management for the component, the Service Acquisition Executive, or the Service Secretary, the employee must comply with statutorily mandated requirements. The employee must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position. This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions present a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing. Employee needs to obtain and maintain approval to access the portfolio of Special Access Programs required to perform daily duties. Position is designated special-sensitive and requires a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret w/SCI clearance. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities In-depth knowledge of Program Management to include acquisition strategy development, pre-acquisition/ solicitation, industry operations, and baseline management. Additional In-depth knowledge of program planning, budget, and financial management cycles and policies. Ability to identify problems and develop and implement innovative detailed strategies to resolve a wide range of program management issues. Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the DoW, Air Force, and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence the systems acquisition process. Ability to gather, analyze, and present complex facts and develop/modify acquisition strategies. Ability to negotiate resolution of complex programmatic issues involving cost/schedule/performance/risk. Ability to interpret and apply acquisition and program management rules, regulations, and procedures. Ability to advise senior leaders, Program Element Monitors, and field-level representatives. For further info about OPM series 1101: Similar Job Titles/Fields Of Study/Skills & Keywords Program Manager; Acquisition Manager; Acquisition Program Manager; Technical Program Manager; Integrated Program Manager; Portfolio Manager; Product Manager; Program Management Analyst; Systems Acquisition Manager; Deputy Program Manager; IPT Lead. Space acquisition strategy; portfolio and program management; cost, schedule, and performance analysis; DoW acquisition law and contracting; FFRDC/UARC research contracts; senior-leader advising; long-range planning; stakeholder engagement. Acquisition Management, Program Management, Business Administration, Contract Management, Systems Engineering, Engineering, Operations Management, National Security Studies, Defense Management, or a related field. Space acquisition; acquisition strategy; program/portfolio management; cost, schedule, and performance; contracting; FFRDC/UARC; research partnerships; DoW acquisition policy; long-range planning; senior-leader advising; stakeholder engagement. You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age. #J-18808-Ljbffr