Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Project Manager within the technology development branch which conducts assessments of leading-edge technologies to develop and deliver potential Personnel Recovery (PR) Capabilities.

Duties

-Manages technical development, engineering, experimentation of leading-edge technologies and the transformation of technology into a capability to meet end users' Personnel Recovery (PR) mission requirements. Executes policy and procedures for accomplishment of tasks in the Technology Assessment Branch. -Serves as an agency liaison to USSOCOM, multiple DoD entities, Intelligence Community (IC) and industry partners regarding research and development of leading-edge technologies that could support Personnel Recovery mission area. Conducts liaison and coordination with senior representative of other government agencies (to include General Officer and Senior Executive Service), program partners, and constituents to ensure and foster the development and maintenance of cooperative and supporting mechanisms in order to further the Agency's access to cutting-edge technologies and capabilities. -Provides Systems Engineer (SE) discipline to 4-6 Technology Assessments (annually). Responsible for and actively manages the process that will successfully translate operational requirements into an integrated systems design solution.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• The employee will need to obtain and sustain an industry recognized Project Management certification; PMI/PMP no longer than 24 months after assignment.

Qualifications

This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: in-depth and accurate understanding of Personnel Recovery (PR) mission area and the operational aspects of Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape (SERE) tactics techniques, and procedures (TTPs). Possess an understanding and knowledge of the DoD worldwide intelligence mission and operational posture. Comprehensive knowledge of the broad range of national intelligence operational capabilities, and the research and development components of the intelligence Community (IC). A highly technical knowledge of new collection systems and requirements, processing techniques, reporting formats and contents. Incumbent applies experimental technical approaches to leading edge technologies in order to transform technology to an operational PR capability in an "expeditious" manner. Knowledge of acquisition program management functions and Contract Officer Representative (COR) roles and responsibilities. The incumbent must be knowledgeable of analytical techniques and methods to gather and assemble critical program information. General knowledge of common budgetary practices, procedures, regulations, and guidelines. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of project management, requirements management, contract management, communication management, stakeholder management, risk management, and quality assurance management. 2. Knowledge of Defense Acquisition System (DAS) program management functions, systems engineering principals, and ability to lead personnel contract support efforts in the execution of efforts and tasks for the technology assessments. 3. Ability to analyze, interpret, and express complex concepts and leading-edge technical data in order to ensure the acquisition approaches are meeting operational Personnel Recovery mission requirements. Requires technical acumen and keen understanding of the operational environment. 4. Comprehensive knowledge of broad range of national intelligence operational capabilities and the research and development components of the Intelligence Community (IC). 5. Ability to lead, organize, and direct a highly educated, technical savvy support staff. 6. Skills with analyzing conflicting information from multiple resources and ability to determine and apply proper methodologies to problem resolution in order to evaluate and negotiate critical technological trade-offs to meet Key Performance Parameters (KPPS) in concert with schedule / budget constraints and skill with communicating information and concepts, to include technical information, clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONT'D: 1. Position is designated special-sensitive and requires 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. 2. Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Contacts

• Address IC - Air Force DCIPS 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]