<p>Summary</p> <p>Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.</p> <p>The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Acquisition Program/Project Manager, directing or supporting the activities of a DoD funded acquisition effort.</p> <p>Summary</p> <p>Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.</p> <p>The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Acquisition Program/Project Manager, directing or supporting the activities of a DoD funded acquisition effort.</p> <p>Overview</p> <p>Help</p> <p>Accepting applications</p> <p>Open & closing dates</p> <p>03/04/2026 to 07/03/2026</p> <p>Salary $107,446 to - $164,301 per year</p> <p>Salary range listed is the base salary minimum and maximum. Actual pay calculations with locality will be determined upon selection.</p> <p>Pay scale & grade NH 4</p> <p>Locations</p> <p>FEW vacancies in the following locations:</p> <p>Eglin AFB, FL</p> <p>Robins AFB, GA</p> <p>Hanscom AFB, MA</p> <p>Wright-Patterson AFB, OH</p> <p>Show morefewer locations (3)</p> <p>Tinker AFB, OK</p> <p>Hill AFB, UT</p> <p>Arlington, VA</p> <p>Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive</p> <p>Promotion potential</p> <p>None</p> <p>Job family (Series)</p> <ul> <li>1101 General Business And Industry </li></ul> <p>Supervisory status Yes Security clearance Other Drug test No Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No</p> <p>Announcement number AFMC-110104-12902796-MM Control number 859879900</p> <p>This job is open to</p> <p>Help</p> <p>The public</p> <p>U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.</p> <p>Clarification from the agency</p> <p>This job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.</p> <p>Duties</p> <p>Help</p> <ul> <li>Leads, manages, directs or is responsible for acquisition activities either directly, or in support of DoD funded acquisition efforts. </li><li>Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short/long-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. </li><li>Delivers presentations on acquisition program status, accomplishments, problems/analysis/solutions, requirements for support and promotion of program objectives to senior military officers and civilians in other program offices, or the command and with using supporting commands. </li><li>Represents the program office at higher levels within the organization and contractor organizations. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with other coordinating members, offices, or organizations within the AF or DoD arena and/or with outside organizations or companies to address problems, technical developments, program changes, etc. </li><li>Works in conjunction with the contracting officer to approve terms and conditions set forth in contract negotiations, contracting plans, budgets, and changes to the scope of work to be done by the contractor. </li></ul> <p>Requirements</p> <p>Help</p> <p>Conditions of employment</p> <ul> <li>U.S. Citizenship is required </li><li>Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance </li><li>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/ </li><li>This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program </li><li>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 </li><li>Recruitment incentives may be authorized </li><li>Position may require an appropriate security clearance </li><li>Employee must maintain current certifications </li><li>Position may be subject to random drug testing </li><li>Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays </li><li>Shift work and emergency overtime may be required </li><li>Disclosure of Political Appointments </li><li>All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. </li><li>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. </li><li>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. </li><li>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. </li><li>Employee is expected to meet Continuing Acquisition Education requirements. </li><li>This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP). </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Conditions of Employment Continued</p> <p>These are acquisition positions and are covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program. The employee must meet, or be capable of meeting, Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act requirements applicable to the duties of the positions. Must have Advanced Certification in Program Management or the ability to earn Advanced Certification within grace period (48 months from appointment to initial position requiring Advanced Certification in Program Management).</p> <p>Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.</p> <p>SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-03, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-13 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience must include one or more of the following areas:</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated expert-level knowledge of DoW acquisition policies, regulations, and processes (e.g., DoD 5000 series). </li><li>Proven ability to lead, manage, and motivate multi-disciplined teams of military, civilian, and contractor personnel. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present information to senior leadership and external stakeholders. </li><li>Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems, develop innovative solutions, and implement effective corrective actions. </li><li>Experience working with contracting officers and managing contracts in a DoW environment. </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>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:</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of the policies, practices, regulations, and laws concerning the acquisition management process and initiatives. </li><li>Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. </li><li>Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structure, and operation of the DoD, Air Force, and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence the systems acquisition process. </li><li>Skill to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff in critical aspects of development and production, support of systems, subsystems, or equipment and to coordinate various aspects of systems acquisition such as engineering, contracting, financial management, configuration, and manufacturing. </li><li>Ability to supervise, mentor, motivate, appraise, and work with subordinate supervisors and non-supervisory employees. </li><li>Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy. </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Additional information</p> <p>This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-04 equivalent to a GS-14 to GS-15.</p> <p>Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on</p>