Location: all cities,VA, USA
Summary The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Branch Chief in support of F-22 Branch in the 5th Generation Aircraft Division, in the Directorate of Logistics, Engineering, and Force Protection, at the Air Combat Command (ACC), and oversee and manage the development and implementation of a comprehensive product (weapon system) support and sustainment strategy. Click on Learn more about this agency button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. Responsibilities Plans, organizes, and oversees the product support planning and management activities of acquisition and sustainment for the F-22 Weapon System Team (WST). Manages, plans, and oversees a Life Cycle Logistics (LCL) Integrated Product Team and multiple programs and activities within the F-22 WST. Represents MAJCOM-level LCL and support with contractor, installation, and functional area organizations. Performs analysis to identify unique problems, new technologies and provide solutions. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through assigned military and civilian subordinates ensuring all legal and regulatory requirements meet customer needs. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 Administrative and Management Positions, Logistics Management Series, 0346. 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 knowledge of theories and principles of logistics management planning and execution. Practical knowledge of systems subsystem and/or commodity design along with familiarity of specifications and understanding of maintenance requirements during the stages of life cycle logistics. Knowledge of analytical techniques and evaluation criteria used in measuring the effectiveness and efficiency of programs to improve plans, and in developing and modifying work methods. Knowledge of support requirements related to the sustainment activities to provide coverage of funding, and a variety of other technical support activities. Knowledge of major issues, program goals, work operations, and managerial channels of activities involved in weapons systems management with regard to sustainment programs. 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: Knowledge of theories and principles of logistics management planning and execution. Knowledge of analytical techniques and evaluation criteria used in measuring the effectiveness and efficiency of programs to improve plans, and in developing and modifying work methods. Knowledge of support requirements related to the life cycle logistics to provide coverage of funding, supply, and a variety of other technical support activities. Skill in stratifying resources against approved programs; planning, presenting, and executing budgets; analyzing budget impacts on programs; forecasting long-term funding requirements; reviewing, evaluating, and presenting data; and supporting analysis of logistics management programs and activities' specialized documentation, etc. Ability to apply principles and concepts of logistics management to develop plans and collaborate with customer and stakeholders to cover weapons systems sustainment. Ability to prepare and present effective oral and written presentations and deal effectively with all levels of management during meetings, conferences, and related activities. Ability to plan, organize, mentor, motivate 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 concepts and procedures. 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. Education Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. 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. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.