Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Headquarters Air Force SR program analyst for navigation aids, surveillance/sensors, Air Traffic Control and Command & Control communications capabilities. Apply Air Force military experience to plan, organize policies, directives, and procedures for the establishment & maintenance of certain assigned programs.

Duties

Applying Air Force military experience and expert knowledge of the maintenance and operation of communications systems and radios, navigation aids (NAVAIDS), and radar/surveillance systems, analyzes, develops, and evaluates detailed plans, goals, and objectives for long-range implementation of assigned USAF, DoD and multi-departmental programs and projects. Using AF military experience, actively participates in strategic planning to improve organizational direction and focus using strategic planning tools and techniques. Documents planning and programming decisions in appropriate formats to meet Air Force requirements. Identifies non-standard or emerging operational requirements, assesses impact on assigned programs, and develops recommendations. Prepares and delivers oral presentations such as briefings, training sessions, consultations, and strategy sessions with Air Force, sister services, FAA, and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to secure cooperation, resolve controversial issues, and convey information relative to proposed changes in assigned program(s).

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position
• 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/
• Recruitment incentives may/may not be authorized
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period
• Recruitment incentives may/may not be authorized
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization
• May travel by military or commercial air to conferences, meetings, and other functions away from duty site
• This position may require travel.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes extensive experience within the Air Force, particularly in airfield operationsextensive experience within the U.S. Air Force, particularly in airfield operations and maintenance of communications systems, navigation aids (NAVAIDS), and radar/surveillance systems. Experience in managing studies and high-level staff work at the Headquarters Air Force (HAF) level is essential. Experience also needs to include a combination of technical knowledge, leadership capabilities, and strategic vision to enhance the effectiveness of the Airfield Operations enterpriseextensive experience within the U.S. Air Force, particularly in airfield operations and maintenance of communications systems, navigation aids (NAVAIDS), and radar/surveillance systems. Experience in managing studies and high-level staff work at the Headquarters Air Force (HAF) level is essential. Experience also needs to include a combination of technical knowledge, leadership capabilities, and strategic vision to enhance the effectiveness of the Airfield Operations enterprise. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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: Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of ground-based navigation aids (NAVAIDS), surveillance systems and air traffic control communications systems. Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of agency-level capabilities, plans and programs for airfield operations in support of worldwide peacetime and tactical flight operations, Planning, Programming, Budgeting System (PPBS), and acquisition. Knowledge in requirements management, acquisition and sustainment processes, policies and procedures. Incumbent must be able to obtain Requirements Management Level B certified within 6 months. Skill in designing and conducting comprehensive studies, and preparing solutions to especially broad, important, and severe capability gaps. Ability to plan, organize, and lead others in studies or projects and to negotiate effectively with management to accept and implement recommendations, where proposals involve substantial resources, and require extensive changes in established concepts and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues, and maintain good working relationships. 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.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address Tinker AFB Tenants 3001 Staff Drive Tinker AFB, OK 73145 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]