Job Overview

This job will be accepting candidate submissions until 24 February 2025.

Join our innovative team as a Technical Program Manager and play a key role in shaping the future of digital and IT services. In this dynamic and challenging role, you will have the opportunity to lead cross-functional teams and drive the development of cutting-edge technology solutions that transform the way we deliver services. If you are a seasoned technical leader with a passion for innovation, a knack for problem-solving, and a drive to deliver exceptional results, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team and make a lasting impact in the digital and IT service landscape.

Position Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Managing cost, schedule, performance, and risk for digital capabilities across the lifecycle for infrastructure.
• Collaborating with the IT Product Owner and customers to incorporate user feedback and enhance user adoption.
• Managing technical architecture, systems engineering, and services for transitioning digital capabilities into operations.
• Contributing to acquisition strategies for infrastructure, software, and services.
• Working with contracting organizations to design flexible contracting arrangements.
• Planning operations and sustainment support for digital enterprise capabilities with stakeholders.
• Facilitating communication between internal and external stakeholders to achieve strategic goals.
• Engaging in process improvements to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Preparing risk assessments and corrective action plans.
• Communicating service delivery strategies, plans, and issues with leadership.

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

Yes

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship
• Must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lowest grade level or equivalent of the position being advertised
• Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, www.sss.gov
• This advertisement is for multiple job series. Eligibility based on job series for which you qualify are as follows:
• Engineer (0800): To meet eligibility of an Engineer, applicants must meet the following basic requirements. Degree in Engineering. The program must have been ABET accredited. For a full description of the 0800 requirements, see the following Occupational Requirements here: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf
• Information Technology (IT) Specialist (2210): To meet eligibility of an IT Specialist, applicants must meet the following basic requirements. Experience that demonstrated accomplishment of computer project assignments that required a wide range of knowledge of computer requirements and techniques pertinent to the position to be filled. This knowledge is generally demonstrated by assignments where the applicant analyzed several alternative approaches in the process of advising management concerning major aspects of IT system design, such as what system interrelationships must be considered, or what operating mode, system software, and/or equipment configuration is most appropriate for a given project. For a full description of the 2210 requirements, see the following Occupational Requirements here: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0300/gs-2210-information-technology-management-series/
• Acquisition Program Management Specialist (1101): to meet the eligibility for an Acquisition Program Management Specialist, applicants must meet the following basic requirements. Experience in support of projects, programs or assignments providing a requisite knowledge of contracting, acquisition, procurement purchasing or related functions of the position to be filled. Occupational Requirements here: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1100/business-opportunity-specialist-small-business-administration-series-1101/
• 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

Desired Qualifications

• Experience leading cross-organizational teams or programs
• An advanced academic degree is highly desired
• Cultivates and sustains a professional environment of cooperation, cohesion and teamwork

Additional Information

• Incentives may/may not be offered
• Travel may be required for this position

(Requisition Number 69519)

Series

0801

1101

2210

Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) employs approximately 11,500 military, civilian and contractor personnel, and manages a $7 billion portfolio of investments. The lab supports external customers and partners with industry while investing in basic research, applied research and advanced technology development. As one integrated lab, AFRL seamlessly supports the Science & Technology needs of two services: the Air Force and the Space Force.