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 the acquisition program manager to assist in directing, controlling, monitoring & integrating all program acquisition activities involved in the research, development and acquisition of complex systems within AFRL/RDS.

Duties

Assist in directing, controlling, monitoring & integrating all program acquisition activities involved in the research, development and acquisition of complex systems Evaluates cost, schedule, and performance of contracts As needed, provides input into source selection & contractor monitoring of acquisition phases from development through production and deployment May participate in source selection as required Advises Program Managers of significant actions or problems and seeks resolution Develops recommendations to solve problems; and applies program management principles to guide program accomplishment through the various phases of the acquisition cycle Plans, organizes, and coordinates activities of functional specialists including contracting, financial management, manufacturing, program control, configuration/data management, test, and logistics Prepares and presents staff studies (briefings, presentation, and demonstrations) for the Program Managers and other management officials Assist PMs with developing contract packages (SOO/SOW/PWS), AFRL Form 4, AF Form 813, Lit Search both independently and as part of a team J&A, Sole Source Justification, Market Research, Information for the Contracting Officer, Acquisition Strategy Plan, within-scope determinations, etc Coordinate with a variety of contracting shops on contract award, admin and close-out Lead weekly meetings to communicate division priorities Encourage and facilitate open and continuous communication between Program Managers and contracting shops

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.
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• This position may require travel.
• 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.
• The employee must, within 30-days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually, thereafter, file an OGE-450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report. Employee is required to attend annual ethics and procurement integrity training.
• This is an acquisition coded position. Selectee must complete required certification level 2 in Program Management within 24 months of assignment.

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 DO-01, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes assisting in directing, controlling, monitoring and integrating all program acquisition activities involved in the research, development and acquisition of complex systems; assessing progress in assigned projects/programs including cost estimates, schedules, and performance supportability baseline requirements by applying known methods and procedures. 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. Desired Qualifications: Be proficient in Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Have good written and oral presentation skills. 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: Problem Solving Communication Business Management Teamwork and Leadership 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 USSF Lab Demo 2000 Allbrook Drive Wright Patterson AFB, OH 45433 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]