Overview

Job Summary

 

The Chief of Staff Support will directly assist the PAE in executing the Director’s vision and strategic priorities. Responsibilities include managing high-visibility, cross-functional efforts; establishing and maintaining an effective battle rhythm; and serving as a key liaison to executive-level stakeholders across external organizations. This role also supports decision-making processes for PAE leadership by coordinating inputs, synthesizing information, and ensuring consistent alignment with organizational goals and mission objectives.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

The Chief of Staff Support will:

• Track, manage, and respond to high priority taskings from SECAF, CSO, DAF RCO, and SAF/SQ leadership
• Develop executive-level briefings, information papers, decision packages, and staff summary sheets (SSSs)
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to collect data, synthesize inputs, and deliver consolidated responses
• Maintain and manage the organizational action tracking system, ensuring accuracy, visibility, and on-time task completion
• Prepare read-ahead materials and support senior leader engagements, briefings, and high-level meetings

Requirements

Skills and Experience

 

The Chief of Staff Support must have:

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• 7+ years of experience supporting DoD staff organizations or program offices
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent, high-visibility taskings in fast-paced environments
• Strong written communication and analytical skills, with experience developing executive-level products
• Familiarity with DoD and U.S. Space Force governance, staffing, and coordination processes
• Prior U.S. Air Force or U.S. Space Force active duty or civilian experience
• Experience supporting SAF, HQ USSF, or equivalent headquarters-level staff
• Familiarity with MILSATCOM, space acquisition programs, or Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO) environments

Education and Certifications

 

The Senior Strategy Cell SME must have the following:

 

Required

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Preferred

• Master’s degree

Benefits

 

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

 

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

 

Physical Requirements

 

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.

 

Posted Salary RangeUSD $160,000.00 - USD $175,000.00 /Yr.