The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for two(2) Full-Time Lead Acquisition Program Management Specialist (NH-1101-01) to work at Air Force Materiel Command, (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center's Software Directorate at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.

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Recruitment, Relocation, Retention and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized.

Roster may be used to fill like vacancies for the next 120 days

Salary Range ($89,508 - $138,370) Yearly with locality pay included

Job Open Date 9/11/2026

Job Close Date 9/18/2026

Who May apply: U.S. Citizens

Lead Acquisition Program Management Specialist (Strategic Pre-Award Procurement)

Lead the execution of high-visibility, enterprise-scale defense acquisitions. In this dual-impact leadership role, you will provide technical and administrative direction to a team of acquisition professionals while driving the full lifecycle strategy for major contracts-including commercial acquisitions exceeding $7.5M and non-commercial buys surpassing the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.

- High-Value Portfolio Impact: Direct high-stakes, large-scale acquisitions and shape enterprise-wide procurement strategies that power critical Air Force capabilities.

- Team Leadership & Mentorship: Lead, coach, and develop a team of acquisition specialists, managing workload distribution and fostering professional excellence.

- Strategic Procurement Authority: Leverage both FAR and non-FAR based pathways to design innovative, compliant, and agile contracting solutions.

Key Responsibilities

- Team & Operational Leadership: Direct day-to-day team operations, balance workload allocations, mentor junior acquisition specialists, and ensure strict compliance with federal acquisition standards.

- Strategic Pre-Award Execution: Lead the formulation and execution of comprehensive acquisition strategies for high-dollar commercial (>$7.5M) and non-commercial procurement actions.

- Lifecycle Baseline Control: Integrate contractual, financial, and technical baselines to ensure major programs are delivered on time, within budget, and to performance specifications.

- Data-Driven Enterprise Sourcing: Consolidate and analyze procurement data across the organization to identify opportunities for enterprise-wide contracts and streamlined purchasing solutions.

Who You Are

- A seasoned acquisition leader with extensive experience managing complex defense acquisitions, leading Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and mentoring personnel.

- A master of acquisition policy deeply versed in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS), and non-FAR based contracting vehicles.

- A strategic analyst and negotiator skilled at data-driven portfolio analysis, risk mitigation, and executive stakeholder engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- U.S. Citizenship

- Obtain & maintain a Secret security clearance

- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft

- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours

Recruitment Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

1. Ability to plan, organize, lead functions, mentor and motivate the staff of an organization.

2. Extensive knowledge and skill in applying program management objectives, analytical and evaluative techniques for the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems concerning efficiency and effectiveness of the program and/or strategic sourcing.

3. Master knowledge of overall missions, functions, and organization of the agency or component. Ability to apply the knowledge to evaluate current organizational strategies and performance.

4. Extensive knowledge of organizational concepts, principles, and practices as related to the requirements for performance-based program management, logistics, acquisition, supply maintenance, procurement procedures, manufacturing, strategic sourcing, and other support areas.

5. Ability to maintain good working relations with all individuals and organizations.

6. Ability to work with, lead, and manage various groups or individuals to resolve difficult problems/situations as related to organizational issues. Ability to understand and deploy lean concepts in problem resolution.

7. Skill in interpreting and applying complex DOD, USAF, AFMC, and AFSC regulations, methods, operating procedures, and policies, as well as developing methods and operating procedures as required.

8. Ability to utilize Art of the Possible concepts and initiatives to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of an organization.

RESUME: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on how to complete the two-page resume is located at https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit.

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.

Click the apply button to complete an application and upload a resume no more than 2 pages (PDF Form) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).

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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.