Acquisition Program Management Specialist

About the role

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking a Full-Time Acquisition Program Management Specialist (GG-1101-13) to join the Air Force Material Command (AFMC) at Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) in the Crypto Modernization Branch (AFLCMC/HNCA) at JBSA-Lackland, TX. Recruitment, Retention, and Relocation incentives may be available. The salary range for this position is $108,001 to $140,403.

Responsibilities

• Serve within the Cryptologic and Cyber Systems Division (HNC) as an acquisition program management specialist.
• Develop, establish, implement, and control contractual, financial, and technical aspects of a project/program through designated phases of the acquisition cycle for which no closely related precedents exist.
• Provide acquisition oversight and guidance on development, acquisition, and sustainment activities across multiple branches, programs, and diverse mission disciplines.

Requirements & Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must be able to obtain and retain Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program.
• Employees must pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing.
• Education Requirements: For further information regarding the 1101 series, visit here.
• Required Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge of laws, principles, policies, and practices of systems Acquisition and Program Management; and of security policies and practices in order to protect classified and sensitive information.

Key Requirements

• Knowledge of business, industrial management, contracting procedures, technical concepts, and production practices to evaluate contractor proposals and activities; and applicable safety practices for the work environment of this position.
• Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the Department of the Defense, Air Force, and other entities that govern, interface with, and/or influence the systems acquisition process and integrated life cycle management.
• High level ability to gather and analyze a variety of program information; plan, organize, integrate and manage a variety of acquisition functions and personnel in providing program support; and make sound judgments concerning program activities and progress.

Evaluation & Application Process

Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications. Click the apply button to complete an application and upload your two-page resume to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional supporting documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit here OR here. To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please subscribe at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to “Get Career Updates.” 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. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age. AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.