Space Fence Radar Program Manager, MD2

Summary Do not email applications. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here. For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn. Learn more about this agency Duties The United States Space Force (USSF) at Peterson Space Force Base is searching for a Space Fence Radar Program Manager to support MD2 (NH-1101-03, GS-12/13 equivalent). Description: The United States Space Force (USSF), Mission Delta 2, 2nd Sustainment Squadron (MD2/2STS), is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program Manager to direct and oversee the acquisition sustainment of the Space Fence radar program. The Space Fence radar plays a critical role in space domain awareness, monitoring, and tracking objects in space to ensure the safety, security, and operational effectiveness of national and allied space assets. Ideal Candidate: Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Space Systems, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). At least 4 years of experience in program management, acquisition, or a related discipline, preferably within the DoD or aerospace sector. Must be able to obtain DAWIA Practitioner Certification within 4 years of job start. Knowledge of space surveillance systems, optical technologies, or similar technical domains. Proven leadership experience in managing large, complex programs or projects. Strong leadership and coordination skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Preferred Qualifications DAWIA Practitioner certification in Program Management or equivalent. Experience with systems engineering principles and practices, particularly within the space domain. Familiarity with Space Fence or other space surveillance systems (e.g., Eglin Radar, GEODSS, SBSS, etc.). Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance. Key Skills and Abilities: 1. Knowledge of the applicable principles, concepts, policies, and laws; functions, programs, and systems applicable to the duties of acquisition/logistics contracts and program management and material support; sources, responsibilities, and means for providing assistance and advice to resolve acquisition/logistics contracts and program management problems; and all aspects of acquisition/logistics contracts and program management support. 2. Knowledge of government and private industry policies and practices related to business management, industrial management, financial systems, technical concepts, and production practices. Ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate a variety of program information, such as commercial business practices, market conditions, offer acceptability, contractor acceptability, contractor responsibility and/or performance to determine acquisition strategy and sources. 3. Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the Department of Defense, United States Space Force, and entities that govern, interface with, and/or influence management control of proposed and ongoing service contracts. 4. Knowledge of methods of supervision to hold others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions of a unit and mentor, motivate, and appraise subordinate staff. Determine objectives, make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions, set priorities, cause change, and accomplish organizational goals. 5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, with technical accuracy and to use computers and a variety of software programs and databases, gather and analyze a variety of program information, make sound judgments concerning program progress, and effectively communicate recommendations orally and in writing to higher organizational management and contractors. 6. Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with individuals and groups within the office as well as outside the immediate work unit and to be persuasive in representing the best interests of the government when dealing with personnel with highly divergent points of view. 7. Ability to plan, organize, analyze problems, translate complex information, make appropriate judgments, evaluate options, conduct research, summarize results, make appropriate recommendations, and manage critical aspects of service contract requirements as related to the assigned functional area and meet deadlines. Ability to compose and edit contract required correspondence, review and analyze directives, develop and brief service contract program related presentations Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a U.S Citizen. PCS and Incentives funding is not available. Must be able to obtain and maintain Top-Secret security clearance. Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise. May be required travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft. May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis. This position is eligible for situational telework 2-4 days a pay period. Financial Disclosure Statement: Yes Employee must within 30-days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually thereafter, file an OGE-450, “Confidential Financial Disclosure Report. This position has been designated for drug testing. Incumbent is subject to random urinalysis testing as a condition of employment. This position is designated a NON-CRITICAL APDP position. Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 20 days per year. Qualifications The 1101 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. Expand Hide  additional information 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. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. 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