ACQUISITION PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - SOFTWARE BRANCH WITH SECURITY CLEARANCE

* Published Oct. 29, 2024 * Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs, and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities on behalf of the United States Air Force. Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We foster a culture and workforce based on merit, dignity, and respect where every employee (or Airman) feels accepted, valued, and has the opportunity to accomplish the mission. OPEN: 29 OCTOBER 2024 CLOSE: 12 NOVEMBER 2024 Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) is currently seeking a full-time Acquisition Program Management Specialist to work in the Sentinel Systems Division, Software Branch at Hill Air Force Base near Layton, Utah. This position (988272) is an NH-1101-03 which has an anticipated 2024 salary range of $86,962 - $134,435. This position is not eligible for remote or full-time telework; situational-based agreements may be available at the discretion of the hiring manager. The Sentinel program is a major defense acquisition program charged to deliver a full system replacement for the nation's Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile System, providing a strategic deterrent to nuclear attack against the United States. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Acquisition Program Management Specialist for the Software Branch within the Sentinel Systems Division. DUTIES : * Serves as an Acquisition Program Management Specialist for the development and technical oversight of command & launch software from requirements to full operational capability. * Performs activities related to the control and management of cost, schedule, risk, and resource optimization. * Collects and analyzes Earned Value Management data of software teams to ensure contractor teams are meeting cost and schedule targets. * Coordinates with Software Branch partners to provide status, data, and risks to meet their oversight needs. * Coordinates collection of feedback and reporting of performance feedback for contractor support and for prime contractor award fee evaluation. * Conducts program management reviews of government and contractor partners work in support of the Sentinel Software Branch. * Performs special projects in support of the Software Branch needs to answer questions and provide data to satisfy requests from higher Air Force and Congressional oversight. DESIRED SKILLS : * At least two years' program management experience in technology maturation, science and technology innovation, and/or DoD weapon system development. * Experience managing and executing projects or programs, including gathering stakeholder detailed requirements, and working with contractors to ensure project success. * Experience with establishing, executing, and managing scope. * Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a dynamic environment. * Knowledge of Program/Project Management, Government Procurement, Technical Support, Configuration/Data Management, engineering, and contract support. * Familiarity with, and willingness, to learns tools such as Jira, Confluence, and MS Project for project tracking and management. * Familiarity with software development & sustainment, and systems engineering work environments. * Project financial management such as cost estimating, budgeting, proposal review, cost tracking, and Earned Value Management. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION (NOT ALL INCLUSIVE) : * U.S. CITIZENSHIP * Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance and will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise. * Employee must meet Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements, which includes achieving Program Manager Practitioner Level certification within 36 months of appointment. HOW TO APPLY : * When applying at the link below, please use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome. * Click here to apply: https://afcs.experience.crmforce.mil/s/registration?jobId=a0583000000IPcRAAW by Midnight Eastern Time, 12 NOVEMBER 2024. Complete your application and upload your resume and any additional documents (e.g., unofficial transcripts, professional references, certifications, cover letters, etc.). * **IMPORTANT** * Please submit your resume and supporting documents in MS Word or PDF format. * If using Microsoft Word, you must use 2018 or a more recent version, as MS Word 97-2003 documents are no longer viewable on Department of Defense computer systems. * Your resume is key to evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities; be clear and specific when describing experience to improve your chances of getting an interview. * Candidates should provide three professional references on their resume or download their professional references on a document when applying on Salesforce. * Recruitment and or relocation bonuses might be offered upon review of qualifications, and other significant factors. * If you have questions about this position or about the application process, please contact AFNWC Talent Acquisition at . * To find all current job and internship opportunities at the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, visit the AFNWC webpage at: https://www.afnwc.af.mil/About-Us/Jobs/ . * To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please subscribe at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to Get Career Updates. U.S. citizenship required. AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. Must be of legal working age.