Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs, and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities on behalf of the United States Air Force. OPEN: 28 MAY 2026 CLOSES: 11 JUNE 2026 **IMPORTANT**
- AFNWC is requiring the 2-page resume format for our job announcements. Please access this link to learn more about what to include in your resume: https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include
- Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience, education, and professional development is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors.
- Provide all academic degrees, professional military education and any other professional certifications on your 2-page resume. The Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) is currently seeking a Lead Acquisition Program Management Specialist 001698341M for the Air Launched Cruise Missile Program Office (AFNWC/NDM) at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. This position (046869) is an NH-1101-03 which has a typical 2026 salary range of $89,508 - $138,370. *Recruitment, Relocation, Retention, and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized. Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes ALL of the following tasks: Assessing the progress of assigned projects or programs via cost estimates, schedules, and performance supportability baseline requirements using established methods and procedures; Planning, organizing, and coordinating activities related to contracting, engineering, manufacturing, program control, configuration/data management, testing, financial management, or logistics processes; Reviewing and directing the progress of contractors in meeting program objectives; Preparing briefings, studies, and other for presentation to management officials and/or stakeholders. The Air Launched Cruise Missile (ALCM) Acquisition Program Manager will be responsible for developing, establishing, implementing, and controlling contractual, financial, and technical aspects of a project/program through designated phases of the acquisition cycle for which no closely related precedents exist. Executes support for several Service Life Extension Programs (SLEPs) focused on focused on maintaining the reliability of this nuclear cruise missile weapon system which is critical to the future defense of the U.S. and allied nations. Candidates should have a strong background in program or project management to include managing cost, schedule, performance, and risk on large defense acquisitions. Furthermore, the candidate will be expected to communicate at a high level both orally and written as they communicate program status, requirements, and lead integrated product teams. DUTIES:
- Lead, plan, organize, direct, and coordinate activities of functional specialists including contracting, engineering, manufacturing, program control, configuration/data management, test, and logistics.
- Review the progress of contractors in meeting program objectives and delivering capability on cost and schedule.
- Represent the organization at executive levels within the Government and to contractor/industry representatives.
- Prepare, present, defend, and interpret staff studies to the Program Director and/or other management officials.
- Identifies and resolves highly complex problems crossing organizational boundaries and promulgate solutions. SKILLS:
- Knowledge of policies, and practices, and regulations, and laws concerning the acquisition management process and initiatives.
- Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the Department of Defense, Air Force, and other entities that govern, interface with, and/or influence the systems acquisition process.
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy.
- Ability to plan, organize, lead, and manage critical aspects of research, development, production, and support of subsystems or equipment, and integrate, analyze, and manage a variety of acquisition functions and personnel in support of the process.
- Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION:
- U.S. CITIZENSHIP
- Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance and will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
- Employee must meet Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements, which includes achieving Program Management “Practitioner” certification category within required timeframe after appointment.
- In accordance with the Ethics in Government Act, 1978, employee may be required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and annually thereafter. HOW TO APPLY: When applying at the link below, please use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome. Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word format) and any additional documents (e.g., certifications, DD214, SF-50, etc.). To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at www.Afciviliancareers.com/linkedin-careers and sign up to “Get Career Updates.” U.S. citizenship required. AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. Must be of legal working age.
