Chief, Biomedical Impact of Flight Branch

Job Overview

This announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 28 April 2026. Resumes must be in DD/MMM/YYYY format.

The 711th Human Performance Wing is seeking an accomplished leader to serve as Chief of the Biomedical Impact of Flight Branch. This leadership role is responsible for defining, leading, and managing a multidisciplinary science and technology (S&T) portfolio focused on aerospace and operational medicine. The Chief will direct a world-class research program, making critical decisions that significantly impact the field of aerospace and operational physiology for the Warfighter.

The successful candidate will lead a diverse team of civil servants, active-duty military, and contractors. Key responsibilities include all aspects of personnel management, setting strategic direction, and managing the branch's budget and resources. This role requires building collaborative relationships with leaders at national and international levels.

Applicants must be an accomplished subject matter expert in aerospace physiology and human performance research. To include but not limited to a deep understanding of G-force protection, high-altitude human performance, occupational fitness, and physiological monitoring in operational environments. Further qualifications include experience with protocol development, human injury models, and software integration via the U.S. government authority to operate process. The ideal candidate will be an innovative and resilient leader with proven experience in leading technical teams, and a robust familiarity with Department of the Air Force (DAF) processes .

Position Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as Chief of the Biomedical Impact of Flight Branch, directing and coordinating the work of subordinate sections and a diverse team of civil servants, active-duty military, and contractors.
• Define, lead, and manage a multidisciplinary Science and Technology (S&T) portfolio focused on aerospace and operational medicine to protect Airmen and Guardians.
• Apply expert-level knowledge of aerospace physiology and human performance to plan, organize, and direct the technical and programmatic cognizance of all branch projects and programs.
• Direct a world-class research program that spans basic research, applied Research and Development (R&D), and technology transition for developing and delivering medical, technological, and knowledge-based solutions.
• Develop and deliver injury prediction tools and solutions for understanding and mitigating the physiological impacts of air and space flight environments to assure Warfighter survivability.
• Set the strategic direction for the branch, managing its budget and resources, and aligning branch efforts with the missions of the Division, Directorate, and Wing.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with leaders at the national and international level, including partners in the Air Force, DoW, Air Force other government agencies, academia, and private industry.
• Lead technology partners in highly complex technical areas to develop strategies for research and development programs and pursue new business opportunities.
• Report program status, findings, and product development to appropriate parties and ensure all research and development activities remain consistent with program objectives, costs, schedules, and policies.
• Works with the 711 HPW/RH Core Technology Competency (CTC) Leads, Product Line Leads (PLLs), program managers, technical leads and corporate planning processes to integrate technical development efforts into the broader organizational strategy.
• Effectively plans and controls assigned resources. Conducts in-house technical activities and/or provides technical direction for contract efforts with minimal supervision.
• Receives general guidance in terms of policies, program objectives, and resources.
• Maintains currency with professional affiliations through scientific review, professional presentation, and interaction with other government and scientific agencies.
  
  

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy

Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

No

Required Qualifications

• United States Citizens.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov .
• Incentives may/may not be authorized.
• Applicants must be eligible for and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• This position will require travel occasionally.
• This is an Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) positions and require a Level 2 certification (Practitioner). The employee must meet, or be capable of meeting Defense Acquisition Work Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position.
• SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year or 52 weeks of specialized experience at the next lower grade of position being advertised, or equivalent in other pay systems.
• Applicants must also meet the Basic Qualification requirements for the series. To view the Individual Occupational Requirements for the position, click on the following links:
• All Professional Biological Sciences Series 04XX (opm.gov)
• General Health Science Series 0601 (opm.gov)
• Industrial Hygiene Series 0690 (opm.gov)
• All Professional Engineering Series 08XX (opm.gov)
• General Physical Science Series 1301 (opm.gov)
• Chemistry Series 1320 (opm.gov)
  
  

Desired Qualifications

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

• MS in Aerospace Physiology, Human Performance, Biomedical Engineering, or a related scientific or engineering field.
• PhD is a plus.
  
  

EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated ability to lead diverse technical teams of civil servants, active-duty military, and contractors.
• Strong track record of defining, leading, and managing multidisciplinary science and technology (S&T) portfolios.
  
  

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Accomplished subject matter expertise in aerospace physiology and human performance research, with a deep understanding of G-force protection, high-altitude human performance, and physiological monitoring.
• Proficiency in all phases of the research and development lifecycle, from basic and applied research to technology transition.
• Skilled in protocol development, human injury models, and software integration through the U.S. government's authority to operate (ATO) process.
• Demonstrated success in building collaborative relationships and leading technology development with partners across the DoW, other government agencies, academia, and private industry.
  
  

Additional Information

Requisition Number 08478

Series

04XX

0601

0690

08XX

1301

1320