Senior Program Analyst (Global Communications Technology)

Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities on behalf of the United States Air Force.

About the role

You will establish and lead the strategic vision for our Global Communications market-based and economic analytic efforts. The ideal candidate will be a "player-coach" who can see the bigger picture—aligning with Department of Air Force (DAF), Secretary of the Air Force’s Office of Competitive Activities (SAF/OC), and OCEA goals. The candidate serves as the leading authority for commercial and economic assessments of DAF equities, and their interaction with the commercial sector, requiring the ability to effectively present findings and solicit action from stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the leading authority for commercial and economic assessments of DAF equities and their interaction with the commercial sector.
• Present findings and solicit action from stakeholders at all levels, including higher authorities.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of DoD and IC organizations, policies, legislation, and directives to plan and develop relationships and guidance.
• Manage, plan, budget, and execute intelligence and operations utilizing diverse intelligence support structures and inter-agency cooperation.
• Develop guidance, regulations, and directives dealing with complex issues in the intelligence arena.
• Perform Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR) responsibilities, including project management, market research, problem solving, and negotiations.

Requirements

• US citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI Clearance.
• This is a designated drug testing position.
• Mobility is a condition of employment; must sign an Air Force-wide mobility agreement.
• BA/BS in Finance, Economics, or Analytics from a leading university; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience in Corporate Finance, Equity Research, Business Valuation, Geoeconomic Analysis, or Geopolitical Analysis is preferred.
• Education and/or senior-level experience within the Program Support Officer field, particularly as it applies to R&D projects in the intelligence arena.
• Comprehensive knowledge and/or practical application within Contracting Office Representative (COR) and/or acquisition arena.
• COTRs appointed after November 26, 2007 must be certified no later than six months from their date of appointment.
• Knowledge of National Security policy requirements to apply new methods, procedures, or theories to unique situations in the intelligence arena.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in managing, planning, budgeting, and executing intelligence and operations.
• Senior-level experience and skills in oral and written communications to present sensitive information and develop complex guidance.

Desired Skills

• Commercial/Economic Analysis
• Corporate Finance
• Equity Research
• Geopolitical Analysis
• Financial Modeling
• Business Intelligence
• Project Management
• Contract Management
• Expertise in corporate finance, M&A, economic competition, and/or equity research surrounding the Global Communications Market.
• Hands-on skills in business or market analysis and/or econometrics to drive strategic insights.

Pay

Salary Range: $143,000 – $163,000. Relocation and recruitment incentives may be available based on eligibility.

This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) position aligned under authorities of Section 1601, Chapter 83 of Title 10, United States Code and DoD Instruction 1400.25-V2007. Depending on the type of position you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period.