Space Systems Command · 8 hours ago
Deputy Director, Program Management Division, SLD 45
Patrick Space Force Base, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$127K/yr - $194K/yrThe US Space Systems Command is seeking a visionary leader to serve as the Deputy Director for the Program Management Division at Space Launch Delta 45. This role involves overseeing complex national-scope Space Force programs and leading a multi-disciplinary team to ensure mission success across various global locations.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform full-range supervisory duties, including planning work, setting priorities, and mentoring a multi-disciplinary team to ensure mission success and professional growth
Direct the planning, organization, and execution of complex, national-scope Space Force programs, leading multi-agency efforts to resolve unprecedented technical and sustainment challenges
Develop and implement innovative acquisition strategies, policies, and program goals to reduce cycle time while meeting cost, schedule, and performance requirements
Conduct comprehensive assessments of program goals to drive long-range planning and represent the organization at executive levels to advocate for objectives and resolve critical issues
Partner with contracting officers to manage and approve budgets, contracting plans, and modifications to the scope of work
Communicate with clarity, conciseness, and technical accuracy to diverse stakeholders at all levels, both orally and in writing
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'
Employee may be required to perform travel by military or commercial passenger aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments
PCS funding is authorized
This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program
Employee must within 30-days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually thereafter, file an OGE-450, 'Confidential Financial Disclosure Report
This position is designated a NON-CRITICAL APDP position
Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year
This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP)
Employee must meet, or be capable of meeting, Defense Acquisition Work Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the position
Employee is expected to meet Continuing Acquisition Education requirements
This position is designated a CRITICAL APDP position
This is a Key position. Incumbents must be removed from their military recall status if alternatives for filling the position during an emergency are not available
Extensive experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and solving complex problems within the aerospace or defense sectors
A proven ability to lead, inspire, and guide others toward goal accomplishment, including the ability to coach, mentor, and challenge team members to foster growth and improve production
A strong, demonstrated understanding of acquisition methodologies, with the skill to plan, organize, and direct all critical aspects of a program, from development and production to sustainment
The ability to communicate clearly and with technical accuracy, influence policy decisions, and lead significant changes within a complex organization
A bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration, or a related field is required
Mastery of the policies, practices, regulations, and laws concerning the acquisition management processes, initiatives and program management
Ability to lead significant changes, influence policy decisions, and the ability to inspire, motivate and guide others toward goal accomplishment, including the ability to coach, mentor and challenge team members of a multidisciplinary staff
Comprehensive knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of Department of Defense, Space Force, and other organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence the acquisition process of supported programs
Skill in planning, organizing, and directing the function and staffing critical aspects of development, production, and support of systems, subsystems, or equipment to coordinate various aspects of acquisition
Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy
Knowledge and ability to adapt principles, methods, and techniques of related complex interdisciplinary disciplines
Preferred
A master's degree is highly preferred
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”.
PCS funding is authorized.
Company
Space Systems Command
Space Systems Command is a defense and space manufacturing firm that develops, acquires, equips, fields, and sustains space capabilities.
Founded in 1954
10001+ employees
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