Program Analyst

Be the force behind the force. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to empower the U.S. Air Force and Space Force to protect our nation's interests in air, space, and cyberspace. This is more than a job; it's a calling to serve.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for full time Program Analyst / Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) Planner/Analyst (NH-0343-03) to work at USSTRATCOM/JEC at Nellis AFB, NV.

Looking for a candidate that has the ability to apply electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) policy, procedures, and tools, as well as EMS/EW capabilities and limitations to real-world and exercise contingency/crisis action planning, the development of Mission Scenario Events List (MSELs) for exercise support, EMS vulnerability assessments, and integration of EW into military operations.

Salary: $91,427 - $141,337

Permanent position

No remote or telework

No travel

Recruitment, Retention and Relocation incentives may apply

1-2 years' experience requested

AFCS Benefits

Paid Time Off:

11 Federal Holidays each year

13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative)

Paid Vacation Time:

13-26 days per year based on length of employment

Health Insurance:

No waiting period to qualify for you and your family

Retirement:

Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)

Basic Benefits Plan

Social Security

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)

This position can close at any time. Apply Now!

Qualifications:

US citizenship is required.

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.

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.

Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.

Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of electromagnetic warfare (EW) and/or joint electromagnetic spectrum operations (JEMSO) plans and programs for conducting operations at the strategic, operational, and tactical levels (e.g., war, mobilization, deployment, exercise, contingency response, crisis action, special operations, acquisition, training, or similar operations).

Knowledge of and ability to apply electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) policy, procedures, and tools, as well as EMS/EW capabilities and limitations to real-world and exercise contingency/crisis action planning, the development of Mission Scenario Events List (MSELs) for exercise support, EMS vulnerability assessments, and integration of EW into military operations.

Knowledge of EMS superiority program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions related to actual events.

Knowledge of DoD, Joint, Service, national intelligence community organizations, structures, missions, and functions, as well as the interrelationships of entities involved in the overall planning and execution of EMS-dependent military operations and evaluations.

Skill in conducting studies and unbiased research, assimilating disparate data, and rendering assessments of the implications of such data; and in preparing recommendations and solutions to military operational and contingency areas related to the DoD's ability to leverage EMS capabilities under conditions of urgency and pressure.

Ability to plan, organize, and lead others in studies or projects and to negotiate effectively with management to accept and implement recommendations.

For further information regarding the 0343 series:

Similar Job Titles/Fields of Study/Skills: EMSO Specialist, Electromagnetic Warfare, Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations, Electromagnetic Spectrum.

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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.

U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age.

AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer.