Supervisory Acquisition Program Manager

About the role

Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking a qualified Department of War (DoW) employee to fill a full‑time Supervisory Acquisition Program Manager (GG‑1101‑14) at Joint Base San Antonio, Lackland, TX. This position serves as the Deputy Branch Chief for Unified Platform, providing planning, direction, organization, and control over non‑supervisory program management employees assigned to Unified Platform. The role supports war‑winning capabilities for the United States Air Force.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition program management support to meet the strategic goals of the Unified Platform Branch.
• Oversee all acquisition program management and sustainment support to Cyberspace Operations.
• Guide programs using Agile methodologies throughout the product lifecycle.
• Lead and execute projects delivering infrastructure and war‑fighting capabilities for cyber activities, including both unclassified and highly classified acquisition and sustainment efforts.
• Mentor, motivate, and lead a high‑performing staff of non‑supervisory program management employees.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams and ensure compliance with program management principles, policies, and laws.
• Conduct classification reviews for Joint and Unified operations supporting 24 AF/Air Combat Command (ACC).

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain a Top‑Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
• Must sign a non‑disclosure agreement and pass initial and periodic short‑notice drug testing.
• 6–9 years of relevant experience in system acquisition, program management, and cyber‑related projects.
• Expert knowledge of system acquisition and management of critical development, production, or deployment segments.
• Deep understanding of program management principles, policies, and laws.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams and mentoring staff.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Agile software development experience highly preferred.
• Acquisition Category A, Level III; must meet DAWIA certification requirements within 24 months of appointment.
• Relevant certifications or licensures (e.g., DAWIA Program Management) and prior DoD experience are advantageous.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: 11 Federal holidays, 13 sick leave days per year (accruable), 13–26 vacation days per year based on length of employment.
• Life Insurance.
• Health Insurance (no waiting period for employee and family).
• Retirement: Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) Basic Benefits Plan.
• Social Security.
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with automatic 1% agency contribution and up to 5% matching.

Pay

Salary range: $127,624 – $165,917 per year.

Schedule

• Travel: Up to 25% travel required.
• Remote/Telework: No remote or telework options.
• Position Type: Permanent.
• Relocation: Relocation incentives may be available.