Senior Cost/Operations Research Lead

Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities for the United States Air Force. The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Senior Cost/Operations Research Lead (NH-1515-03) to work to work for the Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) in the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) at the in the AFPEO/BES/GBB Division at Maxwell AFB Gunter Annex, AL. This position can close at any time. Apply Now! Salary Range: (includes 16.82% locality pay): $86,962 - $134,435 Recruitment and Relocation incentives may be available. Telework options may be available Qualifications/Requirements: The primary purpose of this position is to serve as senior cost/operations research lead in the AFPEO/BES/GBB Division at Maxwell AFB Gunter Annex, AL. This is a NH-1515-03 non-supervisory position responsible for all cost estimating and analyses services required to provide decision support to senior division leadership for the BCAT I, II, and III programs across the Business Systems portfolio. Duties for this position typically include, but not limited to: • Cost estimating/analysis duties, to include, Program Office Estimates (POE), Independent Government Estimates (IGCE), and special studies; building and delivering the annual POEs for coordination and approval to the AFLCMC/FZC cost chief, or designee, prior to the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) submission. Validates Cost and Software Data Reporting (CSDR) CDRL submissions. Reconciles estimates with the Air Force Cost Analysis Agency as required. • Oversees and/or supports source selection cost panel activities for business systems’ software acquisitions. • Utilizes cost methodologies, applies software estimation tools and software applications to perform various analyses and cross-checks. • Prepares and maintains detailed cost documentation appropriate for all cost projects and deliverables supported. • Supports organizational peer and sufficiency reviews across various directorate programs’ POEs, EAs, special studies efforts, etc., • Works collegially with integration lead, budget leads, program managers, and contractors across two geographically separate locations (MAFB Gunter-Annex, Montgomery, AL and WPAFB, OH). *This announcement may be used to fill similar position(s). Operations Research Analyst, NH-1515-03 • Department of the Air Force • Air Force Materiel Command • Full Time – Permanent • Salary Range: $86,962 - $134,435 • Duty Location: Maxwell AFB - Gunter Annex, Alabama • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. • PCS expenses, if authorized, will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations. • Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station. • Incumbent may be required to work overtime or an irregular work shift. • This position is eligible for Regular and Recurring Telework. • This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The employee must meet, or be capable of meeting, Defense Acquisition Work Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position. Employee is expected to meet Continuous Acquisition Education requirements. APDP level varies by position and may be level 2/Practitioner or 3/Advanced. • DoD FM Level 2 is required. This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial. Management, Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements of this certification program. • The incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually. • This is a drug testing designated position. Employee may be subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment and participation in random drug testing. • BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT (OPERATIONS RESEARCH SERIES): Degree: in operations research; or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics. At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus. An advanced degree in a closely-related discipline is highly desired. Nominees must have: Specialized experience at the GS-12, NH-03 or equivalent grade in order to qualify for this position. Specialized experience must include experience performing routine cost analysis and basic cost estimates associated with preparation of system cost. Extracting and organizing raw cost data, conducting basic mathematical analysis of programs information and assisting in the collection, development and implementation of cost-related Do not include any sensitive Personally Identifiable Information (PII) with your application. Examples of “sensitive” PII include your SSAN, birthdate, mother’s maiden name, etc. Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please subscribe at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to “Get Career Updates.” U.S. citizenship required. AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. Must be of legal working age.