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Acquisition Specialist
Department of the Air Force
United States Space Force Forces
National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC)
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To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here.
For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn.
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Accepting applications
Posted yesterday · Apply by 06/09/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 9, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $92,841 - $120,696 per year Pay scale & grade
GG 12
Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test Yes Security clearance Top Secret Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
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Financial disclosure required Yes
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number SF-F26-6N-GG-1101-12-SPLASH Control number 871653600
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The United States Space Force (USSF) National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC) at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio is searching for an Acquisition Specialist (GG-1101-12).
Description:
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in advancing our nations space intelligence capabilities? The National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC) at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, is seeking a highly skilled Acquisition Specialist to oversee the vital services, commodities, and programs that directly drive space operations, force modernization, and national security policy. Positioned at the heart of our mission execution, you will manage a diverse acquisition portfolio essential for delivering world-class intelligence on adversary space and counterspace threats. Your daily impact will involve generating precise service acquisition requirements, driving cost and schedule efficiencies, and collaborating with cross-functional experts in contracting, engineering, and logistics. By translating complex technical needs into actionable, compliant acquisition strategies, you will serve as a key advisor to leadership. If you are a collaborative, proactive problem-solver with a strong background in program management and a passion for protecting the space domain, we invite you to join our team of Guardians.
The ideal candidate is a proactive and highly organized professional with comprehensive expertise in systems acquisition and program management, grounded in a deep understanding of DoD, Air Force, and Intelligence Community policies and missions. They possess robust business and industrial knowledge, with proven experience executing Contracting Officers Representative (COR) duties to expertly oversee contract execution, evaluating deliverables, and serve as the vital technical liaison between the government and contractors. Exceptional at managing critical aspects of research, development, and production programs, this candidate leverages strong interpersonal and communication skills to build collaborative relationships and clearly articulate complex technical details to diverse audiences. Highly qualified candidates will bring a passionate drive for innovation and continuous process improvement, complemented by a bachelors or masters degree in business, STEM, or a related field, practical experience in acquisition disciplines like engineering or finance, and professional certifications such as a PMP or government equivalent in program or contract management.
Key Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of laws, principles, policies, and practices of systems acquisition and program management.
Knowledge of business, industrial management, contracting procedures, technical concepts, and production practices to evaluate contractor proposals and activities.
Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the Department of Defense, Air Force, and other entities that govern, interface with, and/or influence the systems acquisition process and integrated life cycle management.
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy.
Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with individuals and groups within the office as well as outside the immediate work unit.
Ability to plan, organize, and manage critical aspects of research, development, production, and support of subsystems or equipment, and integrate, analyze, and manage a variety of acquisition functions and personnel in support of the process.
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The 1101 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.
Additional information
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.
Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPMs General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:
Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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Resume:You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume must provide:
Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number
Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended
Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information:
Job title
Detailed duties and accomplishments
Employers name and address
Supervisors name and phone number
Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.)
Hours per week
Salary, if applicable
Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses
College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
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Do not email applicantions. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicants 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.
Agency contact information
US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management
Email HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil Address USSF - United States Space Force Forces
1670 Space Force Pentagon
Washington, DC 20330
US
Next steps
For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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Resume:You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume must provide:
Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number
Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended
Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information:
Job title
Detailed duties and accomplishments
Employers name and address
Supervisors name and phone number
Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.)
Hours per week
Salary, if applicable
Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses
College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Help
Do not email applicantions. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicants 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.
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Agency contact information
US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management
Email HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil Address USSF - United States Space Force Forces
1670 Space Force Pentagon
Washington, DC 20330
US
Next steps
For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn.
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Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
United States Space Force Forces
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) will be used to form a pool of qualified applicants who will be considered for direct hire vacancies as they become available.
To learn more about the United States Space Force Mission click here
Agency contact information
US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management
Email HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil Address USSF - United States Space Force Forces
1670 Space Force Pentagon
Washington, DC 20330
US
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Summary
To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here.
For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Posted yesterday · Apply by 06/09/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 9, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $92,841 - $120,696 per year Pay scale & grade
GG 12
Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test Yes Security clearance Top Secret Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required Yes
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number SF-F26-6N-GG-1101-12-SPLASH Control number 871653600
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