Duties

The AFNWC Director Engineering and Technical Management serves as the office of primary responsibility for all matters concerning the Air Force Scientific Advisory Board, Cyber Resilience Office for Weapons Systems (CROWS), and product assurance. The incumbent is expected to build a broad coalition of support across the Department of Defense, Department of Energy, and other government agencies to resolve issues affecting the nuclear enterprise efficiently and
effectively and ensure the credibility of the nuclear deterrent.

The incumbent is accountable for achieving successful results through the establishment of engineering policy for the Center, communicating the Center position at internal and external forums, and to committing AFNWC resources for Center operations and program execution. The
incumbent is the principal advisor to the AFNWC/CC and AFPEO/SS on systems engineering for ACAT 1, 2 and 3 programs. The incumbent will serve as a senior representative or Chair on the Source Selection Advisory Council for major nuclear weapons system acquisitions. The incumbent serves as the Center Senior Functional for Science and Technology (S&T) for AFNWC and ensures the timely transfer
of corporate knowledge, experience, and technical resources.

The incumbent will maintain awareness of the global strategic environment affecting the current strategic deterrent force and trends that are potential risks or opportunities that will shape future requirements. The incumbent will be responsive to change and drive change to keep the Air Force nuclear weapons systems effective in the face of evolving threats and technology. The incumbent plans for the current and future development of all AFNWC weapon systems, subsystems, and equipment. Planning encompasses consideration of technical integration across all AFNWC portfolios which include flight systems, avionics, armament, manufacturing, sustainment, NC3 network systems, support systems, support equipment and overall systems engineering and technical support in areas such as science and technology transition, validation, verification, and nuclear certification.

The incumbent must guide the activities of senior leaders, senior colonels, and high-ranking civilians in fulfillment of the AFNWC mission which includes a vast array of complex systems engineering management efforts across a diverse set of acquisition and sustainment programs in AFNWC to include digital transformation management. The incumbent is responsible for all activities of the AFNWC Engineering Directorate in the establishment of overall policies and the assignment and management of resources to assigned programs. Works with AFNWC/CC, AFPEO/SS, Chiefs of Engineering and Division Directors to review programs and provide guidance within AFNWC to ensure required resources are adequate to maintain support for all programs. Establishes policies for and oversees risk management activities consistent with DoD and AF guidance and direction to ensure
engineering compliance with cybersecurity and mission assurance processes.

The AFNWC Director of Engineering and Technical Management/Services provides executive leadership, oversight, management, supervision, and direction to one or more organizational unit(s), is held accountable for the success of specific line or staff functions, monitors and evaluates the
progress of the organization toward meeting goals, and makes adjustments in objectives, work plans, schedules, and commitment of resources. The Director has six (6) direct reports: one Deputy Director (GS-15 equivalent), one Technical Director (GS-15 equivalent), one Chief of Information
Technology (GS-15 equivalent), one Division Chief, Test & Evaluation (GS-15 equivalent), and two GS-14/equivalent Division Chiefs (Systems Engineering Services and Cyberspace Effects Operations). The Director applies sound personnel management practices that will ensure highest employee morale and efficiency, ensures personnel management initiatives are consistent with strategic plans, exercises leadership in acquiring a diverse workforce, and enforces equal opportunity and treatment. The Director exercises final authority for the full range of personnel actions
recommended by subordinate organization supervisors, delegates personnel management responsibility to subordinate organization leaders consistent with AFMC management philosophy, ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and is responsible for actions involving key personnel.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Mobility is a condition of employment and appointment for SES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligations Agreement
• Selected candidate must file a Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978
• Position has been designated Critical-Sensitive and the selectee must have or be able to obtain a Special Sensitive/Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use IAW Exec. Order 12564, dated 14 Sep 86. Position requires that the incumbent sign a Drug Testing letter and pass urinalysis testing prior to appointment.
• Position requires travel under conditions specified in the DoD Joint Travel Regulations. Incumbent is expected to travel on short notice to attend high-level meetings.
• Position may require incumbent to be available for other than normal duty hours to include weekends to support exercises and crisis planning.
• An initial SES career appointment becomes final only after the individual successfully completes a 1-year probationary period.
• Attendance to the Air Force's Senior Leader Orientation Course (SLOC) is generally required within 12 months of appointment, subject to course availability.
• Position may be subject to the post-government employment restrictions of Sections 207(a) and (f) of Title 18, United States Code.
• 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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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• Required Documents

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  To receive full consideration, each applicant must submit the documents in the format as designated. Packages that do not include all of the required documents or meet format requirements will not be forwarded for consideration.
  
  **************ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE UPLOADED IN PDF FORMAT*******************
  
  The Qualifications Documents must be formatted using Times New Roman, size 12 font, with 1-inch margins. Do not use borders, provide photos, or list a Social Security Number on any of the Qualifications Documents. DO NOT COMBINE DOCUMENTS.
  
  A. A resume-based application method will be used. Do NOT submit traditional ECQ narratives. Instead, applicants are required to submit a resume, not to exceed 5 pages, that shows possession of the ECQs. (See preferred format below). Upload in PDF format. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER
  
  B. Mandatory Technical Qualifications Statement addressing each of the TQs. Your MTQs must not exceed a combined total of 2 pages. Upload in PDF format and include the MTQ statement as indicated in the announcement.
  
  C. Most recent completed Performance Appraisal (current and/or former federal employees) or Performance Report (OPR or EPR). For applicants in the private sector, please provide a copy of your equivalent Evaluation Report.
  
  D. Current or Former Senior Executives (SES) must provide a copy of their Qualifications Review Board (QRB) certification (applies only to CDP graduates).
  
  E. Most recent Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50, noting your current position, grade level and salary level (applies only to current or former civilian government employee).
  
  F. College transcript(s) (copy is acceptable) which demonstrates the acceptable combinations of education and experience as noted by OPM.
  
  G. Military: Retired - a copy of your DD214 and/or Retirement orders; Active Duty - submit a Statement of Service Letter and state highest rank held date of promotion and date eligible to retire or date of retirement. Documents are required.
  
  H. (Optional): Ethnicity and Race Identification, SF-181 - Form available at: https://www.opm.gov
  
  I. (Optional): Self-Identification of Disability, SF-256 - Form available at: https://www.opm.gov
  
  DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as copies of position descriptions, award certificates and transmittal letters will not be forwarded for review.

• How to Apply

  Please follow the below instructions to submit applications. Any applications received that do not include all of the required documents or do not meet format requirements will not be forwarded for consideration.
  
  The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on .
  
  To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.
  
  PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
  
  Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
  
  PREFERRED RESUME FORMAT: (Limit 5 pages/Times New Roman 12-font) ( Do Not Use the USAJOBS Resume Builder ) - Please submit a typewritten resume (upload as a PDF), including the following information:
  
  Job Information: Announcement number (MRL2023-30090) and title of the position to which you are applying.
  
  Personal Information: Full name, mailing address (with zip code), day and evening phone numbers (with area code) and complete e-mail address where you would like to receive correspondence regarding your application. **PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER**
  
  Active-Duty/Retired Military: State highest rank held, date of promotion and date eligible to retire or date of retirement. (e.g., Colonel/June 2006/December 2014). NOTE: IAW 5 U.S.C. 3326, a 180-day waiver will be required for retired or retiring members of the armed forces during the period of 180 days immediately after retirement.
  
  Education: Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type and year of any degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, you may refer to the following U.S. Department of Education website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
  
  Work Experience: Give the following information for your paid and non-paid work experience related to the job for which you are applying: (Do not send job descriptions).
  

  • Starting and ending dates (month and year)
  • Job title (for government position, include civilian series and grade or military rank)
  • Employer's name and address
  • Supervisor's name and phone number, please indicate if we may contact your current supervisor
  • Salary (current)

  
  HELPFUL HINTS FOR YOUR RESUME:
  - Reflect on the ECQs and think about how your past experiences and education relate to each ECQ.
  - Read the vacancy announcement carefully.
  - Adhere to the 5-page limitation (in PDF format and 12 point font)
  - Quantify your accomplishments.
  * Applicants should focus on recency of experience - Recruitment Panels, Executive Resources Boards, and Hiring Officials may consider experience over 10 years outdated.
  * Seek mentoring assistance from a current SES or equivalent to review your package before submission.
  
  References: Provide the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three individuals who can comment on your qualifications for this position. Please do not list supervisors already listed above.
  
  This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify this office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.
  
  SAF/MRL CONTACT INFORMATION: Questions regarding this announcement may be directed to Virginia Reynolds at virginia.reynolds@us.af.mil; or, Melanie McGuire at melanie.mcguire@us.af.mil.

  Agency contact information

  Virginia Reynolds

  Phone

  703-695-7677

  Email

  virginia.reynolds@us.af.mil

  Address

  AF Senior Executive Management
  1040 Air Force Pentagon Room 4D
  Washington, DC 20330
  US

  Next steps

  Once your application package is received an acknowledgement email will be sent.
  
  If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
  
  To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
  
  If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents