PROGRAM ANALYST

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Major duties

The primary purpose of this position is: To provide a command level senior program analyst applying electronic warfare systems experience to plan, organize, and determine necessary policies, regulations, directives, doctrine and procedures for the development and execution of Major Command (MAJCOM) acquisition/requirements strategies in support of on-going and future command acquisition programs through all phases of the acquisition life cycle. Duties: Performs analysis, formulates, and evaluates detailed plans, goals, and objectives for long-range implementation of CV-22 tilt-rotor electronic warfare program(s). Documents planning and programming decisions in appropriate formats to meet Air Force, AFSOC, USSOCOM, Department of the Navy, Department of Defense, and Major Command requirements. Identifies SOF tilt-rotor assesses the impact, and develops recommendations. Actively participates in strategic planning to improve organizational direction and focus, along with the development of plans, policies, and procedures for implementation of AF and SOF tilt-rotor equipment fielding. Prepares and delivers oral presentations such as briefings, training sessions, consultations, and strategy sessions with other staff service functions and activities to secure cooperation, resolve controversial matters, and convey information relative to proposed changes in assigned program(s).

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions; Management and Program Analysis Series, 0343. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes expert knowledge of special operations, USSOCOM and AFSOC's mobility fleet and joint air/ground communications interfaces, missions, command structure, programs, organizational relationships, program goals and objectives, special operations aircraft electronic warfare systems and EW threats, special operations tactics and tilt-rotor aircraft systems and AF, SOCOM, and AFSOC requirements processes, policies and procedures. Expert knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of critical command level plans, programs, and requirements for participating in or conducting major operations such as war, airland and airdrop operations, deployment, mobilization, PPBES, acquisition, special operations, exercise, rescue, contingency, training, or similar operations. Extensive knowledge of DoD, USSOCOM, Air Force, Navy, Marines and AFSOC command structure, missions, programs, organizational relationships and program goals that govern, interface with, and/or influence the systems integrated life cycle management and the various command entities involved in overall planning and execution of operations and evaluations. Extensive knowledge of DoD, Air Force, and USSOCOM Major Defense Acquisition program requirements, test and evaluation master plans, and budgeting processes. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in­-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. In-depth knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of command level plans and programs for conducting major operations such as war, mobilization, deployment, exercise, rescue, foreign military sales, PPBS, acquisition, contracting, special operations, or similar operations.
2. In-depth knowledge of agency and command program goals and objectives; including the planning and execution of military operations and evaluations; is highly desirable.
3. Ability to research, study and advise on Air Force special operations aircraft, programs, missions, and requirements in support of unit or staff assignments within Air Force or a Joint Operations environment; in the area of Mobility and Logistics Plans and Programs, Communications and Information, Operations, Intelligence, or deployment on contingency operations.
4. Extensive knowledge of agency planning, programming, budgeting, and execution system actions; services requirements (contracts) process; modifications/acquisition programs; science and technology; programming actions; manpower and organization; contracting; financial management; policy, doctrine, mission area plans, force structure and Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E).
5. Skill in designing and conducting comprehensive studies; and preparing solutions to especially broad, important, and severe problems/issues of effectiveness and efficiency of work operations in a major command relating to military operational and contingency areas.
6. Ability to plan, organize, and lead others in studies or projects and to negotiate effectively with management to accept and implement recommendations, where proposals involve substantial resources, and require extensive changes in established requirements, concepts and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.