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Orbital Warfare Program Analyst

Department of the Air Force

United States Space Force Forces

Proponency and Plans Directorate (S357) Space Control Division (S35Z)

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Do not email application. 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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Do not email application. 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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1 vacancy in the following location:

Peterson AFB, CO

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $91,870 - $142,022 per year Pay scale & grade

NH 3

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

• 0343 Management And Program Analysis

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 Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• National security

Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number SF-FY26-6F-NH-0343-03-SPLSH Control number 879089300

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The United States Space Force (USSF) Combat Forces Command (CFC) Proponency and Plans Directorate (S357) Space Control Division (S35Z) at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado is searching for an Orbital Warfare Program Analyst (NH-0343-03, GS 12/13 equivalent).

Description:

This isnt just another program analyst job. This is a mission to defend the nations most critical assets where the domains of space control. From our strategic location in Colorado Springs, CO, you will be at the epicenter of innovation, serving as the mastermind behind the next generation of space control capabilities and operations. We are looking for a trailblazer, an operational and strategic visionary who sees the big picture and can translate it into actionable plans. If youre driven to solve complex puzzles, pioneer new space control strategies, and lead the integration of cutting-edge technologies, then you are the Space Control Program Manager were looking for.

Imagine yourself at the forefront, analyzing the digital battlefield, anticipating adversary moves, and building the frameworks that will protect our nation for decades to come. You wont just be managing projects; you will be shaping policy, forging alliances with joint and intelligence partners, and serving as the crucial link between todays challenges and tomorrows solutions.

Step up. Define the future. Apply today to become our next Space Control Program Analyst in Colorado Springs.

Ideal Candidate:

Ideal candidate will be a motivated, self-starter with the ability to comprehend a wide range of policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies pertaining to space control program management. Analyzes, develops, and evaluates comprehensive long-range plans, goals, and objectives for Space Control with an emphasis on Orbital Warfare (OW). Responsibilities include mission operations; Planning, Programming, and Budgeting System (PPBS) activities; acquisition; special operations; contingency planning; and long-range strategies for the bed-down of emerging space capabilities and training.

Evaluates program operations, organizational effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity. Resolves day-to-day funding and programming issues related to execution of the current fiscal year budget and development of the Future Years Defense Program (FYDP).

Advises senior leadership on all phases of planning, development, implementation, direction, and assessment of OW operational strategies, policies, and programs. Serves as the authoritative expert for establishing and managing OW integration philosophies, visions, goals, objectives, and evaluation measures.

Applies extensive knowledge of Combatant Commands (CCMDs), the USSF, HQ CFC organizations, and OW operational capabilities to analyze, strategize, and assess impacts on current and future operations. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with HQ CFC divisions, USSF, CCMDs, and other DoD and national organizations. Delivers presentations to senior leaders on program status, accomplishments, challenges, support requirements, and promotion of program objectives. Determines or recommends appropriate actions and interpretations of issues affecting the organization or command. Maintains strong relationships with Mission Deltas to ensure readiness of deployed and operationally accepted capabilities. Supports developmental and operational testing leading to operational acceptance.

Background/Experience:

Demonstrated knowledge of the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies related to OW operations, including integration points, security strategies, and capabilities relevant to HQ CFC, USSF, and the Combatant Commands (CCMDs). Knowledge of USSF, CCMD, U.S. Government, DoW, Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Service-level OW policies and staff processes. Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operations of DoW and USSF organizations to provide command-level staff guidance. Knowledge of planning, requirements, communications, logistics, intelligence, and security functions and how these elements integrate with the OW mission. Skill in evaluating OW mission integration proposals and addressing complex operational issues.

Key Skills and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies pertaining to EW operations, integration points, security strategies and capabilities of interest to HQ CFC, USSF, and CCMDs.

2. Knowledge of USSF, CCMDs, DoW, JCS, and the Services EW policies and staff processes.

3. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of DoW and USSF organizations to provide command level staff guidance.

4. Knowledge of planning, requirements, communication, logistics, intelligence, and security elements and functions and how they integrate with the EW mission.

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance with SCI access.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• This position is designated for drug testing. Incumbent is subject to random urinalysis testing as a condition of employment.
• Employee is in a designated position that requires consent and thereafter be subject to and successfully complete, an initial, periodic and random counterintelligence (CI)-scope polygraph examination as a condition of employment.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
• May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
• Highly desired to have recent experience in the Electromagnetic Warfare mission area within the last 3 years. A master's degree in a space discipline is also desired.
• PCS is not authorized. Incentive is not authorized.
• Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 45 days a year.
• Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework".
• Position will close in 5 business days or 75 applications (whichever comes first).

Qualifications

The 0343 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.

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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.

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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 application. 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

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Do not email application. 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

Do not email application. 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

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Peterson AFB, CO

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $91,870 - $142,022 per year Pay scale & grade

NH 3

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

• 0343 Management And Program Analysis

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 Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• National security

Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number SF-FY26-6F-NH-0343-03-SPLSH Control number 879089300

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