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Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Peterson Space Force Base is searching for a Contracting Officer for the SAIO (NH-1102-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent). Description: The Space Acquisition and Integration Office's (SAIO) is a unique integrated services acquisition organization with program, contracting, and quality management personnel. The organization is a direct report to the SpOC Commander that executes a $9B portfolio in support of Headquarters SpOC, SpOC Deltas, United States Space Command (USSPACECOM), North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) / Northern Command (NORTHCOM), and other mission partners as assigned. SAIO's mission is to deliver responsive, mission-focused acquisition solutions to optimize warfighter operations by being the premier acquisition organization recognized DoD-wide for its integration, expertise, and quality of execution. SAIO is an acquisition organization that executes complex, above Space Base Delta (i.e. Wing) services acquisitions. The selected candidate will be responsible for awarding or supporting pre- and post-award activities for the knowledge-based services portfolio. Candidates may be considered for positions supporting radar and satellite operations/maintenance programs or cyber/classified ISR programs. The primary goal of this role is to deliver responsive, mission-focused acquisition solutions that optimize warfighter operations. As a Contract Specialist or Contracting Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success and effectiveness of our acquisition processes and programs. Ideal Candidate: Relevant Contract Specialist or Contracting Officer experience in providing facilitation for SERVICES acquisitions and contracts to include, but not limited to market research, requirements development, acquisition strategy development, source selection execution, training, performance management, and portfolio tracking. Ability to obtain Acquisition Professional Development Program, Contracting applicable to the duties of the position Key Skills and Abilities: 1. Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, procedures, methods, and techniques concerning the acquisition and management of services contracts. 2. Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the DoD, Air Force, Space Force, and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence the acquisition process. 3. Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools used to assist in risk identification, assessment, and handling including assessing the probability and consequences of potential risks. 4. Ability to execute complex portfolios, acquisitions, and/or special projects within established time constraints. 5. Ability to identify problems, develop and implement innovative detailed strategies to resolve a wide range of acquisition and contract issues. 6. Ability to organize and manage critical aspects of the services acquisition process to include planning, developing and execution acquisitions in support of mission requirements, and integrate, analyze, and manage a variety of acquisition functions and personnel in support of the process. 7. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy. 8. Ability to establish and maintain relationships with key individuals/groups within and outside immediate work unit. 9. Ability to advise senior leaders, Program Executive Officer, and mission partner representatives.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• This position is eligible for regular, and reoccurring telework, 2-4 days per pay period. Employee must reside within commuting distance of worksite.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
• May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
• PCS and Incentives are authorized.
• Resumes are to be limited to no more than 5 pages. Position will be closed after 5 business days or after 75 applications are received.
• The employee must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position.
• Employee must within 30-days of assuming this position and by 15 February annually thereafter, file an OGE-450, “Confidential Financial Disclosure Report.
• When assigned to a source selection, and participating in the organization's telework agreement policy, the employee may be removed from the agreement or placed on a modified agreement for the duration of the source selection.
• Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY) up to 30 days a year.
• Employee must be able to obtain a limited warrant ($4.99M) within 6-months of employment start date and maintain the warrant throughout employment duration.

Qualifications

DOD QUALIFICATION STANDARD FOR GS-1102 CONTRACTING POSITIONS This is an individual, single agency qualification standard for Department of Defense positions. This standard implements requirements contained in Title 10, United States Code, Sections 1723 through 1733, as amended by Section 861(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (Public Law 116-92) and implemented on a policy exception basis by Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment memorandum, Exception to 24 Semester Hours Requirement for Contracting Positions, effective and dated August 2, 2020. Basic Education Requirements for GS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent) positions: Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. NOTE: The education requirements listed above apply only to individuals entering DoD GS-1102 positions on or after October 1, 2000. Current civilian personnel in DoD who occupied GS-1102 positions or contracting positions with authority to award or administer contracts above the simplified acquisition threshold in an Executive Department on or before September 30, 2000 are exempt from meeting this requirement. Current military members who occupied a similar occupational specialty to the GS (or equivalent)-1102 or before September 30, 2000 are also exempt from meeting this requirement. GS-12 thru GS-15 (no educational equivalent) One year equivalent to at least next lower grade level Basic Qualification Requirements for Contracting Officer Positions: In addition to meeting, the basic educational requirement as well as the requirements in the table above, applicants must have: Have at least two years of experience in contracting positions; and Have completed all contracting courses required for a contracting officer for positions at the level and grade at which the person is serving. Certification at this level is sufficient to meet this standard. In addition: Specialized Experience: In addition to meeting the basic education requirements above, one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression is qualifying for positions at grades GS-7 (or equivalent) and above. Specialized experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position to be filled. Basic Requirements for Critical Acquisition Positions: The Secretary of Defense shall designate the acquisition positions in the Department of Defense that are critical acquisition positions, applicants must: Be eligible for GS-14, or equivalent; and Hold a bachelor's degree; and Have completed all mandatory training requirements for Level II or III certification as prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to higher level contracting positions; and Possess four years of acquisition experience. At least 1 year of that experience must have been specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the next lower grade level of the position, and must have provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the work of the position. Basic Qualification Requirements for Senior Contracting Officials: A Senior Contracting Official is a position such as a director of contracting, or a principal deputy to a director of contracting, serving in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Office of the Secretary of a Military Department, the Headquarters (HQ) of a Military Department, the HQ of a Defense Agency, a subordinate command HQ, or a major systems or logistics contracting activity in the Department of Defense. Before a person may be assigned to a critical acquisition position as a senior contracting official, the person must have at least four years' experience in contracting. Waivers: With the exception of Specialized Experience, the component acquisition career management authority may waive any or all of the requirements listed in this qualifications standard with respect to any employee of the Department of Defense if the board certifies that the individual possesses significant potential for advancement to levels of greater responsibility and authority, based on demonstrated job performance and qualifying experience.

Contacts

• Address USSF - United States Space Force Forces 1670 Space Force Pentagon Washington, DC 20330 US
• Name: US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management
• Email: [email protected]