What are the responsibilities and job description for the Acquisition Program Management Specialist position at Air Force Research Laboratory?
Job Overview
OPEN TO CURRENT AFRL CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES ONLY.
This announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 11:59 PM EST, 22 May 2026.
Are you a forward-thinker with a passion for strategic planning and organizational excellence? We're looking for motivated individuals to drive impactful projects, streamline processes, and shape the future of our mission. If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, apply today and take your career to the next level!
Position Duties include, but are not limited to:
Yes, this position is eligible for telework opportunities; as determined by agency policy
Remote Work (CONUS)
No, this position is not approved for remote work.
Eligible for a Referral Bonus?
Yes
Required Qualifications
Series
0343
1101
OPEN TO CURRENT AFRL CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES ONLY.
This announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 11:59 PM EST, 22 May 2026.
Are you a forward-thinker with a passion for strategic planning and organizational excellence? We're looking for motivated individuals to drive impactful projects, streamline processes, and shape the future of our mission. If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, apply today and take your career to the next level!
Position Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Develops complete strategic, technical and tactical resource plans to support acquisition programs assigned to the Center
- Provides IT technical guidance, advisory support and assistance on a wide range of IT management issues
- Interprets Air Force acquisition policies, logistics and program management directives in support of super computing procurement and operations.
- Manages day-to-day operations of headquarters service contracts, to include collaborating with technical staff in requirements and risk management efforts, monitoring financial execution, contract performance, and analyzing contractor deliverables, reviewing financial and non-financial program data to determine whether projects are accurate and overall system performance is being achieved as projected.
Yes, this position is eligible for telework opportunities; as determined by agency policy
Remote Work (CONUS)
No, this position is not approved for remote work.
Eligible for a Referral Bonus?
Yes
Required Qualifications
- US Citzenship
- Acquisition Program Management Specialist (1101): to meet the eligibility for an Acquisition Program Management Specialist, applicants must meet the following basic requirements. Experience in support of projects, programs or assignments providing a requisite knowledge of contracting, acquisition, procurement, purchasing or related functions of the position to be filled. Occupational Requirements here: < https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1100/business-opportunity-specialist-small-business-administration-series-1101/ >
- Must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lowest grade level or equivalent grade level of the position being advertised
- Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- Specialized blend of advanced computing knowledge, stringent compliance, and leadership expertise
- Managing critical aspects of system development, production, and/or deployment; handling budgets (PPBE process); and coordinating with functional specialists like engineering and contracting
- A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or Management is highly desired
- Incentives may/may not be authorized
- Travel may be required for the position
Series
0343
1101