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 Department of Defense Satellite Communications (DoD SATCOM) Planner within the assigned Regional SATCOM Support Center (RSSC) engaged in the day-to-day operational planning and management of DoD satellite resources on a 24/7 basis.

Duties

Provides management and planning for user missions on DoD SATCOM constellations for RSSC-Pacific. Initiates actions in response to user requirements to establish, upgrade, or phase-out particular satellite ground systems and facilities under Command control. Assists in the development and preparation of command policies, plans, objectives and requirements for DoD SATCOM systems and equipment. Operates necessary equipment and SATCOM terminals at the RSSC in support of CCMDs.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• 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
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• Eligible for a Cost-of-Living-Allowance (COLA) which is subject to change without notice.
• 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 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.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments for 15% of the year; both CONUS and/or OCONUS travel applies.
• Position is designated MISSION ESSENTIAL. Maybe required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis to include travel in inclement weather.
• Will be required to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays as part of a 24/7 work center.
• PCS may be paid by the gaining organization

Qualifications

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, Group Coverage Qualification Standards for Administrative and Management Positions, Individual Occupational Requirement for Telecommunications (IOR), Series 0391.https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-ADMIN SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include applying sound communications principles to develop and implement resiliency strategies, vulnerability assessments, and evaluate higher-level guidance and best practices; Conducting research and development and testing and evaluation involving satellite communication user terminals and related ground systems; Researching data and recommending solutions to novel and unique SATCOM problems. 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: Expert technical knowledge in a variety of professional, technical, and specialty fields based on formal education, professional training, and relevant work experience in DoD SATCOM to serve as the technical expert for the organization. Experience in conducting research and development and testing and evaluation involving satellite communication user terminals and related ground systems. Skill in researching data and recommending solutions to novel and unique SATCOM problems. Ability to apply sound communications principles to develop and implement resiliency strategies, vulnerability assessments, and evaluate higher-level guidance and best practices. Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. With little to no guidance: organize work, set priorities, and determine resource requirements; determine goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinate with other organizations; monitor progress, and evaluate outcomes. Ability to identify problems and use sound judgment and decisions to generate and evaluate alternatives, make recommendations, and take action. 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

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address JB Pearl Harbor-Hickam 655 Vickers Avenue JB Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI 96853 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]