LEAD PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Air Force STEM$89K — $138K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Must obtain and maintain a Security Clearance
  • Drug testing may be required
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment physical if applicable
  • Availability to work various shifts including extended hours or overtime as needed

Responsibilities

  • Lead program management initiatives and serve as a senior subject matter expert
  • Research and develop innovative corporate policies and practices
  • Mentor and develop staff while overseeing programs and projects
  • Ensure mission success in depot-level maintenance
  • Collaborate on strategic sourcing and logistical planning

Benefits

  • Potential for recruitment, relocation, retention, and student loan incentives
  • Opportunity for multiple shifts to accommodate work-life balance
  • Professional development and mentorship opportunities
  • Work in a mission-focused environment that supports U.S. military readiness
  • Engage in travel for conferences and professional meetings
Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time LEAD PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST, NH-0301-03, to work at the Air Force Materiel Command, (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) in the Ogden Air Logistics Complex (OO-ALC) with 309 EMXG at HILL AIR FORCE BASE located in LAYTON, UT. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.

This job may close at any time! APPLY NOW!!!

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

Roster may be used to fill vacancies Complex wide for the next 90 days.

This position will be used to fill multiple shifts (day, swing and grave).

2026 Salary Range: ($89,508 - $138, 370) / Yearly with locality

Job Open Date: 06/17/2026

Job Close Date: 06/26/2026

Who May Apply: All U.S. Citizens

This position serves as a lead program manager and senior subject matter expert, researching, developing, and recommending new and innovative corporate policies, practices, and processes. Performs official team lead duties for subordinate employees by mentoring and developing individual members, while overseeing programs, projects,

and mission success.

Mission Statement - Provide depot-level maintenance in support of combat readiness

Qualifications:

- U.S. Citizenship

- Obtain & maintain Security clearance

- This may be a designated Drug Testing Position

- Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical (if applicable)

- The employee may be required to work extended or other than normal duty hours to include overtime, and/or days, swings, or owl shifts.

- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or compensatory hours.

- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft/vehicle to conferences, meetings, or functions away from the duty office/location. Travel may include overnight stays.

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 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 logistics, acquisition, supply maintenance, procurement procedures, manufacturing, strategic sourcing, and other support areas.

5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with accuracy, and 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 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 AoP 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 resume (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.

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