Acquisition Program Management Specialist

Air Force Civilian Career Training • Maxwell AFB, AL

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About The Position

This PALACE Acquire position is designed to provide a formal training plan and a permanent position upon successful completion of training. As a PALACE Acquire intern, the employee develops professionally while addressing change, complexity, and problem-solving ethically and effectively. The program includes a two- or three-year formal training plan with yearly salary increases. Promotions and salary increases depend on successful performance and supervisory approval.

The position develops knowledge and skills in acquisition program management and acquisition logistics, including the principles, methods, and techniques used in defense systems acquisition. The intern completes special projects and other assignments that apply training and build knowledge in acquisition program management and related areas.

This public notice gathers applications and may or may not result in referral or selection. Positions are located Air Force-wide and may be permanent or term, with full-time or part-time schedules; the specific schedule and duty location may vary. The position requires U.S. citizenship, suitability for Federal employment, the appropriate security clearance, geographic mobility under an Air Force-wide mobility agreement, and compliance with applicable Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act requirements. A one-year probationary period and successful completion of training and regulatory requirements are required. The employee must maintain current certifications and may need to obtain job-related certifications. Work may involve travel, shift work, emergency overtime, or duty outside normal hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service or exempt.
• Must meet suitability requirements for Federal employment.
• Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance; some positions may require Secret, Top Secret, or special-sensitive clearance.
• Must sign an Air Force-wide mobility agreement; geographic mobility is a condition of employment.
• Must serve a one-year probationary period.
• Must successfully complete all training and regulatory requirements in the applicable training plan.
• Must maintain current certifications and may be required to obtain job-related certifications.
• Must meet applicable Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements.
• GS-7 qualification may be met with a bachelor's degree and documented Superior Academic Achievement, or qualifying graduate education or a master's or higher degree in an applicable field.
• GS-9 qualification may be met with two years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's or equivalent degree, or qualifying specialized experience as described in the posting.
• Specialized experience is defined as knowledge of statistical techniques and mathematical modeling to define and analyze problems, and advising officials on approaches for management plans and decisions.
• Applicants relying on education to qualify must submit transcripts; foreign education must be shown equivalent to U.S. education.
• Applicants must meet Federal time-in-grade requirements when applicable.
• Knowledge of acquisition program management principles, techniques, requirements, methods, and practices supporting weapon systems acquisition planning and management.
• Knowledge of acquisition logistics supporting system operation, maintenance, and support.
• Analytical and evaluation skills to assess capability to meet customer or project requirements.
• Oral and written communication skills for working relationships, customer interactions, and information exchange.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks that develop knowledge and skill in acquisition program management principles, methods, and techniques, and understanding of defense systems acquisition.
• Carry out special projects to facilitate the full use of the intern's training and development.
• Perform tasks that develop knowledge and skill in acquisition logistics principles, methods, and techniques.
• Complete assignments designed to increase knowledge and skill in acquisition program management and related areas.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package, with benefits dependent on position type and work schedule.
• Student Loan Repayment Program may be offered to eligible candidates; participants must sign a four-year service agreement.
• Recruitment incentives may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern