Serves as a recognized authority in the discovery, implementation, management, and transition of S&T and intelligence-related projects, technical experimentation, and demonstrations including technology, R&D, operations, analyses, and procurement. Advises and oversees efforts to seek out innovative, viable solutions to provide new or improved capabilities for SOF, accomplished through scouting, technology roadmap development, and red teaming efforts. Serves as the primary advisor to SOF AT&L and it's $6B portfolio for evaluating new technologies and strategies, resource planning, science and technology and intelligence-related objectives. Incumbent advises on authoritative policy, acquisition, and programmatic evaluations for USSOCOM and DoD. Conducts independent research and studies into current project acquisition strategies and support methodologies for intelligence and combat support processes as well as operational requirements.

Builds consensus within DoD and other Government organizations in the development of collaborative proposals for S&T projects, identifying creative approaches to maximize project options for the SOF operators. Oversees the preparation of budget submissions on R&D, applied technology, procurement, and operational support programs, and recommends adjustments and synchronization efforts as necessary. Provides advice and guidance to senior USSOCOM leadership, DoD, other Combatant Commanders, Services, and other Government agencies related to discovery, enabling, development, and transition of science and technology and intelligence-related concepts enabling program managers to develop more effective and responsible systems to support the SOF warfighters.

Provides direction and oversight for the SOF AT&L- technology capability processes that integrates component commands, TSOCs, PEOs, headquarters directorate representatives. Coordinates with invited subject matter experts that addresses command modernization priorities providing collaborative venues for stakeholders to express priorities, monitor S&T project progress, and work closely with the SOF user community and PEOs to facilitate transition of technologies. This process enables the SOCOM enterprise stakeholders to understand technology gaps, document and prioritize gaps and evaluate industry broad agency announcement (BAA) proposals and recommend final candidates for investment. A small sub element of this stakeholder group oversees the biomedical BAA to focus robust efforts in the medical R&D area to discover new life-saving technologies that can benefit our SOF operators at the point of injury, often in remote, denied areas.

Oversees the SOCOM's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs that support the full spectrum of the directorate's high priority commodity areas. The SBIR/STTR programs stimulate technology innovation in small businesses, awarding contracts to discover, develop and rapidly insert new capabilities to solve SOF needs. Manages/oversees several Command Experimentation events and demonstrations throughout the year to rapidly assess technology maturity based on SOCOM modernization priorities providing early technical feedback to developers. These events are held at various installations; is based upon operational themes that capture broad technology areas of interest and are open to DoD and other government agencies with similar technology needs at SOCOM. These demonstrations showcase SOF-related technologies, assess military utility and help develop complementary concepts of operations. The demonstrations often leverage resources from different sponsors and serve to accelerate technology insertions into acquisition programs. SOF AT&L- S&T supports the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD)sponsored prototype development programs, coordinating and prioritizing the Command's inputs across the enterprise.

Interacts with officials at high levels of the U.S. Government, Congress, DoD, industry, and foreign governments. Works closely with congressional leaders, the Office of Secretary of Defense, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Secretaries of the Services, the USSOCOM commanders, other Combatant commanders, the component acquisition executives for each of the Services, national labs, other government agencies, and global partners. Contacts and meets frequently with the highest-level officials of civilian industry. Represents USSOCOM at higher levels within the organization and with contractor organizations. Participates in key multi-service, interagency, and industry conferences and symposia. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships. Delivers presentations on program status, accomplishments, problems, requirements for support, and promotion of program objectives to senior military officers and civilians, with using and supporting commands, with DoD/MILDEPs/Agencies, and with executives of corporations.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• Mobility is a condition of employment and appointment for SES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligations Agreement.
• Selected candidate must file an Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978.
• Position has been designated Special-Sensitive, and the selectee must have or be able to obtain a Top-Secret clearance.
• The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use IAW Exec. Order 12564, dated 14 Sep 86. Position requires that the incumbent sign a Drug Testing letter and pass urinalysis testing prior to appointment.
• Position requires travel under conditions specified in the DoD Joint Travel Regulations. Incumbent is expected to travel on short notice to attend high-level meetings.
• Position may require incumbent to be available for other than normal duty hours to include weekends to support exercises and crisis planning.
• Position may be subject to the post-government employment restrictions of Sections 207(a) and (f) of Title 18, United States Code.
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• PROBATIONARY PERIOD. An individual's initial DISL career appointment becomes final only after the individual successfully completes a 1-year probationary period.
• Veterans' preference is applicable to Air Force Senior Level (DISL) positions.

Qualifications

Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training, education, and experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry-out the duties of the position. Candidates must exemplify the corporate perspective, leadership vision, broad experience and character needed in the SES corps not only to satisfy the immediate vacancy, but future vacancies which will occur in a variety of organizations, functions and locations. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume (not to exceed 2 pages). Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s).

A. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Candidates must have one year (1) specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-14/GG-14/Pay Band 4/5) or equivalent or specialized experience obtained in the private sector related to the duties of this DISL position.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that satisfy the technical qualifications.

TQ1. Demonstrated broad and diverse knowledge of developing, implementing, and executing advanced technology efforts and/or acquisition programs, preferably related to discovery, enabling, and transition of S&T concepts into SOF-peculiar related systems and a working knowledge of the DoD planning, programming, and budget process.

TQ2. Demonstrated experience in organizational administration, and coordination and interaction of activities with a wide variety of federal and private organizations, nationally and internationally.

Certification Requirements: This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP). Unless specifically waived by the appropriate component official (i.e., the Director of Acquisition Career Management for the Component, the Service Acquisition Executive, or the Service Secretary), the following are statutorily mandated requirements (Reference 10 U.S.C. 1731 and 1737):

1. Ten (10) years acquisition experience in an AWF position, at least 4 years of which was performed while assigned to a CAP.

2. Selectee must execute, as a condition of employment, a written agreement to remain in federal service in this position for at least three years. In signing such agreement, the employee does not forfeit any employment rights, nor does such agreement alter any other terms or conditions of employment.

3. Selectee must meet Advanced level certification requirements in Program Management or must be able to meet Advanced certification within 48 months of assignment.

4. Selectee must meet 80 hours of continuous learning requirements within the designated timeframe (80 hours of continuing learning (CL) every 2 years (with a goal of engaging in 40 hours annually)).

C. JOINT DUTY ASSIGNMENT REQUIREMENT: Joint IC Duty certification is a prerequisite for appointment to senior executive, senior professional, and DCIPS positions classified above GG grade 15.

NOTE: Applicants without Joint Duty Credit are still highly encouraged to apply for the position and this requirement can be waived. Candidates for this position will be reviewed for receipt of joint duty credit. You must provide evidence of having obtained joint duty credit by submitting a previously approved Joint Duty Claim Form(s) or by requesting approval of a joint duty claim by submitting the Joint Duty Claim Form with supporting documentation. Your claim will be reviewed, approved/disapproved and returned to you. Information, to include forms and instructions on joint duty can be found on the JDA website by clicking the link below. JDA Website and from: https://www.dni.gov/index.php/careers/joint-duty.

How you will be evaluated

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

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQ) listed above. TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Applicants will be evaluated against the qualifications requirements by a screening panel composed of senior executives and/or general officers selected for organizational and/or functional backgrounds relevant to this position. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. Final selection is contingent on approval by the Under Secretary of the Air Force.

A complete application includes the items specified below. If you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: Some documents may not apply to all applicants. Please carefully review for applicability. Do not combine documents. Upload documents in pdf format.

1. Resume (Required): PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER.
Your resume must be 2 pages in length (or less), type written, and formatted using 1-inch margins, no smaller than 10-font, and uploaded as a pdf. Do not include borders, photos, or your social security number.

2. Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50 (As applicable):

• Current/Former SES Members: Must provide SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility.
• Current Federal Civil Service Employees: Must provide a copy of SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting status as a current Federal Civil Service employee

3. Statement of Service/DD-214 (As applicable): Active Duty/Retired Service Members must submit a DD-214 or statement of service printed on command letterhead and signed by the command. The statement of service must provide the branch of service, rate/rank, all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.).

4. SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP) Verification (As applicable): Graduates must provide verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification.

5. Performance Appraisal (Optional): Applicants are encouraged to provide their most recent performance appraisal or equivalent performance evaluation document.

6. College transcript(s) (As applicable): Applicants must provide transcript(s) which demonstrate the acceptable combinations of education and experience as noted by OPM (if applicable). A copy is acceptable.

7. License(s) or certification(s) (As applicable): Applicants must provide copies of any licenses, certifications, or professional credentials required by the position (e.g. Bar membership, medical license, CPA certification, DAWIA certification, etc.) with their application.

* Applicants are responsible for providing documentation that supports the eligibility and qualification claims made in their resume and/or assessment questionnaire. Applicants must submit the applicable documents listed here and those listed with the eligibilities selected in the announcement questionnaire with the application package. Applicants who do not provide supporting documentation that fully support their claims will not be referred to the hiring manager.

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