Air Force Civilian Service · 8 hours ago
Chief Engineer, SYD 89/OW
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveThe United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command is seeking a Chief Engineer to support SYD 89/OW at Los Angeles AFB, CA. This role involves overseeing technical and program management aspects of delivering innovative technologies to meet the unique missions of the Space Systems Command, while collaborating with various organizations and leading a team of engineering professionals.
Aerospace
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for all technical and program management aspects of delivering novel capabilities and technologies to meet the unique missions of the Space Systems Command (SSC)
Oversee the major technical elements of various programs that support the Orbital Warfare Directorate, ensuring the delivery of unique capabilities both now and in the future
Lead groups across the Space Force and the entire government to prove and communicate technology readiness
Frequent interaction with leadership from the SSC, U.S. Space Force (USSF), and Combatant Commands (COCOMs) at all levels
Collaborate with multiple Department of Defense (DoD) organizations, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs), University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs), and contractors
Lead a team of 20-30 engineering and acquisition professionals that consist of government, military, and contractor personnel
Creatively navigate DoD acquisition regulations, collaborate with peer mission area leads, and keep Senior Leadership informed on the delivery of space system capabilities
Ensure the team consistently executes day-to-day tasks in order to realize space system on-orbit performance objectives while optimizing team performance by completing urgent, near-term actions without jeopardizing system delivery schedule
Challenge Senior Leaders and advise them on appropriate technical and funding decisions
Develop a network of cross-functional colleagues to navigate unique and complex engineering challenges
Champion new ways to do business that drive clarity and efficiency into system development and sustainment
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S Citizen
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret / SCI security clearance
Safeguards classified or sensitive budget-related information and/or files
May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis
Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed 'Unscheduled Telework'
This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first
Employee may be required to perform travel by military or commercial passenger aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments
PCS funding is authorized
The employee must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position
Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): 15 days a year
This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP)
A bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program is required
This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP)
This is a drug testing designated position (TDP). The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use, IAW AFI 90-508
The employee is required to submit an initial and annual SF-450 (Financial Disclosure)
Candidate must have a current/be able to maintain a Top-Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility
Candidate should also possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in science or engineering
Candidate should have supervisory/leadership experience
Candidate should be knowledgeable with DoD acquisition processes and development methodologies
Preferred
Special Access Program (SAP) experience is desired
An advanced technical background with a focus on launch vehicle systems is highly desirable
Company
Air Force Civilian Service
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Brian Sommers
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