Summary

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This job is open to

• The public
  
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, even if they do not meet all the desired qualifications. Meeting the required qualifications is essential, and we value diverse backgrounds and experiences.

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• Serves as AFRL/RW Strategy Division Chief, responsible for developing and implementing strategic methodologies and posturing information to guide RW in near-, mid-, and long-term activities to meet Department of the Air Force (DAF) operational needs.
• Develops goals and objectives that integrate organization and acquisition management objectives.
• Drafts annual RW priorities for RW Front Office approval; develops internal munitions development roadmaps and investment guidance in alignment with applicable stakeholders.
• Oversees the processes to enable strategic decisions in a dynamic environment, including modeling, simulation, and analyses.
• Guides the development of RW's Program Objective Memorandum/President's Budget and works closely with AFRL Financial Management Division (RWF) on budget execution effects on near- and far-term planning.
• Aligns RW priorities and works with the RW front office leadership (Director, Deputy Director or delegated authorities) including the Chief Scientist, Chief Engineer, and other RW functional divisions, to identify and manage strategic external partnerships and collaboration. Aids the Science and Technology and Technology Integration Divisions' leadership to identify/predict technology gaps and needed RW technical competencies.
• Works closely with and is the primary interface with HQ AFRL, other AFRL Technical Directorates and/or Mission Organizations, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) Armament Directorate (EB), major commands (MAJCOMs), as well as DAF/Headquarters Air Force/CSO staffs to identify, define, prioritize, and predict weapons investments.
• Provides advice to RW's Technology Integration and Science & Technology Divisions' leadership on investment goals and potential opportunities for alignment of stakeholder needs/gaps. Works closely with RW's Advanced Programs to ensure proper alignment.
• As a member of RW's Executive Board and Executive Council, serves as a Key Advisor to the RW Director on the Munitions investment portfolio and RW's policies and procedures.
• As supervisor, oversees workflow activities of assigned team members to include required training, professional development, feedback and evaluation, awards and decorations, and administrative support.
• Responsible for Division level staff duties including, but not limited to tasks, reporting, personnel actions (e.g., hiring, discipline, mentoring), Division budget execution and formulation, and coordinates with Integration & Operations Division on infrastructure requirements (e.g., facilities, information technology, classified network access, etc.).

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Telework may be authorized.
• 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/
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website.
• This position is a Drug Testing position
• Supervisory requirements will be required.
• For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to https://afciviliancareers.com/find-a-job/
• Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo, 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.
• This position is an Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) position requiring Practitioner Non-Critical certification in Program Management (A). The selectee will have 24-months to meet APDP requirements or a waiver must be obtained.
• Applicants for this position must list any acquisition certifications in their resume.
• Recruitment incentives may be authorized (may require a service agreement)
• Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) may be offered for eligible candidates (may require a service agreement)

Qualifications

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The ideal candidate would have:

• Both education and demonstrated experience conducting unclassified and classified analysis, wargames, and operational concept development.
• Experience or education on military-technical competition among great power rivals is necessary.
• Demonstrated partnering with major commands (MAJCOM), Joint Staff, Inter-Agency, and Allies and partners is highly desired. Operational experience (any service; not just flight operations) is helpful, but not required.
• Advanced degrees in national security are beneficial.
• An understanding of the Department of Defense (DoD) Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution System (PPBES) is also helpful.
• A candidate will exceed expectations if he/she served as Chief of Strategy for a United States Air Force or DoD organization, or if he/she conducted PPBES activities at MAJCOM or above.

Desired Qualifications:

• Both education and demonstrated experience conducting unclassified and classified analysis, wargames, and operational concept development.
• Experience or education on military-technical competition among great power rivals is necessary.
• Demonstrated partnering with MAJCOMs, Joint Staff, Inter-Agency, and Allies and partners is highly desired. Operational experience (any service; not just flight operations) is helpful, but not required.
• Advanced degrees in national security are beneficial.
• An understanding of the DOD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution System (PPBES) is also helpful.
• A candidate will exceed expectations if he/she serves as Chief of Strategy for a USAF or Department of Defense (DoD organization, or if he/she conducted PPBES activities at MAJCOM or above.

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. To qualify for this position, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the DO-3 (GS-14) broadband. Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.

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. Problem Solving
2. Communication
3. Business Management
4. Teamwork and Leadership

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  
  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
  schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  
  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
  
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  Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  
  
  Jean Harper
  
  Email
  
  jean.harper@us.af.mil
  
  Address
  
  EHA DHA
  
  550 C Street West
  
  JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.
  
  Don't think you meet every requirement for this position? Studies have shown that many talented candidates don't apply because they assume that they are not qualified and do not feel like they meet every single requirement. At AFRL we are dedicated to building a workplace with diverse experiences, perspectives and talent that enables us to effectively accomplish and accelerate our mission. So, if you're excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly to the duties, we strongly encourage you to apply! You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

Click APPLY NOW to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).

To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to "Get Career Updates."

Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.

Agency contact information



Jean Harper

Email

jean.harper@us.af.mil

Address

EHA DHA

550 C Street West

JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150

US

Next steps

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

Don't think you meet every requirement for this position? Studies have shown that many talented candidates don't apply because they assume that they are not qualified and do not feel like they meet every single requirement. At AFRL we are dedicated to building a workplace with diverse experiences, perspectives and talent that enables us to effectively accomplish and accelerate our mission. So, if you're excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly to the duties, we strongly encourage you to apply! You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Criminal history inquiries
• Financial suitability
• Selective Service
• New employee probationary period
• Signature and false statements
• Privacy Act
• Social security number request