Management and Program Analyst

Air Force STEM$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in management or program analysis, particularly in a defense or military context.
  • Expertise in joint capability requirements development processes.
  • In-depth knowledge of Space Force operations and the relationship among its various entities.
  • Ability to lead complex projects and programs with challenging deadlines.
  • Excellent analytical skills for problem-solving and decision-making in high-pressure situations.
  • Strong communication skills for effective negotiation and interpersonal relations.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and integrate USSF capabilities by authoring key requirements documents.
  • Represent USSF in Joint Capability Working Groups and Functional Capabilities Boards.
  • Prepare senior leadership for critical meetings at Joint Capabilities Board and Joint Requirements Oversight Council.
  • Collaborate extensively with military services, OSD, Joint Staff, and Combatant Commands.
  • Deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines for a 4-star staff setting.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package for federal employees, including healthcare and retirement plans.
  • Eligibility for additional benefits based on employment type (full-time, part-time, or intermittent).
  • Potential access to disabled veteran leave for qualified veterans.
Full Job Description
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The United States Space Force (USSF) Headquarters Space Force Command (HQSF) at The Pentagon is searching for a Management and Program Analyst (NH-0343-04, GS 14/15 equivalent).

Description:

Join the U.S. Space Force's Chief Strategy and Resourcing Office (HQSF/S5/8) as a Management and Program Analyst and place yourself at the center of defining the future of the service. In this role, you will be a driving force in developing and integrating critical USSF capabilities by authoring key requirements documents and representing the USSF in Joint Capability Working Groups and Functional Capabilities Boards. This position involves extensive collaboration with the OSD, Joint Staff, other military services, and Combatant Commands to ensure seamless capability integration and requires preparing senior leadership for high-stakes meetings at the Joint Capabilities Board and the Joint Requirements Oversight Council. We are seeking an expert in joint functions who possesses exceptional communication skills, a proven ability to collaborate with diverse teams, and the professionalism to excel as a senior action officer on a 4-star staff; successful candidates must deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines and will be required to obtain and maintain Requirements Management Certification Training upon starting.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled staff officer with a background in DoW operations, capability development, acquisitions, and planning and budgeting. Expertise in one or more of the Space Force Functions-such as Space Control, Global Mission Operations, Space Access, or Enterprise Functions (e.g., Intelligence, Networks, Command and Control, and Space Domain Awareness)-is essential for success in this role. Key qualifications include excellent written and oral communication, the ability to collaborate with both internal and external teams, and a proven track record of delivering results on short deadlines. While familiarity with operational capability requirements and the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) is preferred, it is not required. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, is expected.

Key Skills and Abilities:

  1. Expert knowledge of Joint Staff and Space Force operational capability requirements development processes and knowledge of the Department of War Planning Programming Budgeting and Execution process and Acquisition processes.
  2. Knowledge of the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS).
  3. In-depth knowledge of the relationship of the various Space Force entities, to include intelligence, involved in overall planning and execution of military operations and evaluations, and the way the directorate processes supports them.
  4. Ability to define, direct, or lead highly challenging projects/programs.
  5. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, conduct analysis, devise recommended solutions, and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making.
  6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, negotiate complex issues, and maintains good working relations.


Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with SCI access.
  • This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.
  • Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework".
  • May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assign.
  • May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
  • 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/.
  • Incentive is not authorized.
  • 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.
  • This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first.


Qualifications

The 0343 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.

Additional information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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