Requirements
Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship is required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
- 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
- Recruitment incentives may be authorized
- Position may require an appropriate security clearance
- Employee must maintain current certifications
- This is a drug testing designated position.
- Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
- Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
- This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
- Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
- Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
- Emergency-Essential Position. Incumbents on this position may need to be removed from their military recall status if alternatives for filling the position during an emergency are not available.
Qualifications
Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is described as: Coordinate work assignments of other analysts, provide advice and assistance, train the staff on new methods or innovative approaches, and handles the most difficult and complex issues that arise in the area of responsibility. Identify operational requirements, assesses impact on assigned programs, and develop recommendations. Analyze problems created by changes to existing programs and their relations to the broader mission and initiate corrective action as appropriate. Orchestrate the execution of facility/infrastructure programs and projects in accordance with survey and mission plans. 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.
Ideal Candidate:
Ideal Candidate Profile: C-sUAS Equipment Program Analyst
The ideal candidate for the C-sUAS Equipment Program Analyst role is a highly experienced professional with a comprehensive, current understanding of the Counter-small Unmanned Aerial Systems landscape. The primary focus of this role is to analyze program effectiveness, evaluate emerging technologies, and ensure our organization is equipped with the most effective and relevant C-sUAS solutions to counter a dynamic threat environment.
Core Qualifications & Experience
A minimum of three years of direct, operational hands-on experience with C-sUAS equipment and systems is required. This background should stem from either military service in a relevant field (such as Air Defense, Electronic Warfare, or Security Forces) or from direct industry experience in the C-sUAS sector. The candidate must possess a current and thorough understanding of the operational challenges posed by hostile unmanned systems.
Technical and Operational Expertise
A strong candidate will demonstrate proficiency and familiarity with a wide array of C-sUAS technologies, systems, and operational concepts.
Systems Familiarity:
The candidate must be proficient in the function, application, and integration of C-sUAS equipment. This expertise should cover the full spectrum of detection, tracking, identification, and mitigation capabilities, including:
- Integrated Defense Systems: Experience with fixed-site, mobile, and dismounted systems that combine multiple sensors and effectors into a single, cohesive platform.
- Detection and Tracking Technologies: Deep knowledge of various sensor types, including radio frequency (RF) detection, radar, electro-optical (EO), and infrared (IR) systems used to find and track unauthorized UAS.
- Non-Kinetic Mitigation: Familiarity with a range of electronic warfare effectors, such as man-portable or vehicle-mounted RF jammers, GPS denial/spoofing tools, and systems designed to take control of UAS command links.
- Kinetic Mitigation: Understanding of systems designed to physically neutralize a UAS, including high-energy lasers, advanced projectiles, and other direct-fire solutions.
Layered Defense Strategy:
Crucially, the candidate must be an expert in employing a "layered defense" strategy. This involves the ability to design, integrate, and manage a multi-faceted security posture that combines different detection and mitigation systems.
Analytical and Programmatic Skills
Beyond technical knowledge, the analyst must possess strong programmatic and analytical skills, including the ability to:
- Analyze and assess capability gaps in current C-sUAS postures.
- Develop and evaluate training programs for C-sUAS system operators.
- Consult with program managers and system developers on technology integration, testing, and modernization efforts.
- Prepare detailed reports, briefings, and strategic recommendations for leadership on C-sUAS threats, equipment, and operational doctrine.
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. In-depth knowledge of accepted management and program analyst concepts, principles, and practices as they apply to organization operations, systems, and resources and ability to apply this knowledge to conventional work assignments. Applies analytical skills to the programming process key installation resources.
2. Knowledge of the financial, budgetary, maintenance and operational plans, policies, and programs of the organization to forecast budgets for installation programs and systems. Knowledge of the probable effects of changes in current and future year funding requirements.
3. Knowledge and skill in verifying and tracking fiscal expenditures, available funds, etc., and to identify adverse trends and other incongruities.
4. Knowledge of the missions, functions, and organizational components of the Air Armament Center and relationships with lateral and higher headquarters within the US Air Force to precisely articulate resource requirements and develop resource allocation/reallocation recommendations.
5. In-depth knowledge of established qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of field level plans and programs for conducting major operations such as research, mission and flight operations, strategic airlift, deployment(s), mobilization(s), exercise(s), rescue, PPBS, acquisition, special operations, or similar operations.
6. In-depth knowledge of Air Force and command program strategic and performance planning priorities, goals objectives and metrics, the sequence and timing of key events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions related to actual or planned events; and the relationship of the various command entities involved in overall program planning and execution of military operations and evaluations.
7. Skill to design, plan, organize, and conduct comprehensive studies; and prepare solutions to important and highly visible military operational and contingency mission areas.
8. Skill to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to gain cooperation from others through tact, courtesy, and diplomacy.
9. Ability to access or locate information through the use of a personal computer and software programs.
I0. Skill to plan, organize, develop and conduct studies and projects, making recommendations on substantive operating programs, and collaborate effectively with others to develop solutions, coordinate with affected leadership and implement recommendations.
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
ARE YOU USING YOUR 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.
Additional information
This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection.
This job announcement may close at any time - apply now!
This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.
- Online Application: Questionnaire
- Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
- Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD Form 214,
Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:
- Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
- Branch of Armed Forces
- Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
- Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
- Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
- Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
- Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
- Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.
Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form 214 must be submitted upon receipt.
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian Employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).
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.