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Job SummaryClick 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 provide developmental experience designed to broaden the skills and/or enhance the leadership perspective of an identified high-potential, mid-level manager; it is not a continuing position, assignment duration is NTE 36 months.
QualificationsIn order to qualify, you must meet the Specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience include expertise in strategic program management and policy formulation for Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS), ability to direct complex initiatives across enterprises, interagency, and Headquarters Air Force (HAF) environments. In-depth understanding of UAS/C-UAS technical architectures, Joint/Service doctrine, and airspace regulatory compliance driving the execution of multifaceted operations, comprehensive training programs, and rigorous technical risk assessments to optimize system performance and mission readiness. Operational acumen to integrate with a comprehensive mastery of the Federal, DoD, and Air Force Planning, Programming, and Budgeting System (PPBS) to effectively evaluate program milestones and coordinate with diverse command entities, strategic communication and relationship management skills, highlighted by a track record of advising senior military (GO/FO) and civilian (SES) leadership, leading interdepartmental coordination, and engaging Congressional staff to advance critical Air Force objectives. Direct the review and oversight of mission-critical requirements documentation. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Applicants must have served at least 52 weeks at the GS-13 or higher grade (or equivalent in an alternate pay system) within the Federal Civil Service to be considered for referral. 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: 1. Authoritative expertise in strategic program management and policy formulation for C-UAS. Proven ability to navigate and direct complex initiatives across large-scale enterprise, interagency, and interdepartmental environments. 2. In-depth Knowledge of UAS and C-UAS technical architecture, operational capabilities, and Joint/Service-level doctrine. 3. In-depth Knowledge Headquarters Air Force (HAF) airspace integration, regulatory compliance, and command structures, coupled with authoritative expertise across the full spectrum of C-UAS operations and enterprise management. 4. Expertise in communication and relationship management skills, with proven experience advising and collaborating with senior military (GO/FO) and civilian (SES) leadership across all levels of government. Demonstrated expertise in driving interagency coordination and engaging effectively with Congressional staffs and Public Affairs. 5. Expertise in conducting rigorous technical analyses and comprehensive risk assessments to evaluate system performance and identify operational vulnerabilities. 6. Expertise in directing and executing complex, multi-faceted operations and comprehensive training programs to ensure mission readiness and enterprise-wide effectiveness.
Major DutiesDUTY 1: Serves as a primary Air Force technical advisor to the Director of HAF/A35D, SECAF, CSAF, and HAF Deputy Chiefs of Staff, and acts as the official AF representative to OSD, JCS, and Congressional staffs for Joint and Air Force requirements generation within the Rapid Global Mobility enterprise. DUTY 2: Serves as the definitive Subject Matter Expert (SME) and primary technical advisor for all facets of Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS). DUTY 3: Serves as principal advisor to HAF/A3D Director of Operations, providing oversight for all C-UAS efforts. DUTY 4: Directs the operational integration of /C-UAS capabilities to ensure mission readiness and effectiveness. DUTY 5: Proposes and manages future C-UAS related studies, analyses, and evaluations within the Department agencies to improve overall Air Force headquarters C-UAS program.