PROGRAM ANALYST

Top Secret Management Position Arlington, VA (On-Site/Office) Applying Air Force military air, cyber, infrastructure, & manpower expertise, to develop, interpret, and implement policies and procedures to provide long range planning, programming, and budget guidance to facilitate the identification and determination of alternative ways to achieve the best mix of forces, equipment, and support attainable, within fiscal constraints, for major air and cyber mission and operational plans. Develops new methods for integrating, testing and evaluating the effectiveness of long-range Force Design planning, programming, and budget actions/processes in support of major Air Force mission and operational plans. Prepares and presents high level briefings of conclusions, many being highly subjective and not readily susceptible to verification until actual operational situations are encountered. Maintains continuous liaison with other Air Staff, other service headquarters counterparts, and DOD offices to ensure USAF future force design and enterprise-wide planning is consistent and integrated throughout the defense community. U.S. Citizenship Required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Disclosure of Political Appointments Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume Leave accrual may be authorized upon request Must be able to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance (TS/SCI) with Sensitive Compartmented Information access, based upon a Single Scoped Background Investigation. A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is highly desired. A master's or advanced degree in international affairs, national security or other advanced degree in related field is highly desired. Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft. May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours. Air Force air, missile, and/or cyberspace operations experience is highly desirable. This is a Centrally Managed Position in the 0343 Series, Management and Program Analysis Career Field. Position is designated Special Sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Series 0343. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes mastery of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of Air Force level plans and procedures such as war, mobilization, deployment, and similar operations; and to evaluate MAJCOM and Air Staff responses to plans and studies. Comprehensive knowledge of the Federal, DOD, and Air Force planning, programming, and budgeting process (PPBS) and thorough knowledge of Air Force program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions as related to actual events. Knowledge of military command structure, missions, programs, and organizational relationships and program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions as related to actual events. Knowledge of the various command entities involved in overall planning and execution of operations and evaluations. Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of military service program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of long-range planning actions as related to actual events. Knowledge of agency specific Strategic Planning System and Corporate resourcing processes, as it relates to Air Force goals, objectives, and capabilities; perspectives on the present and future international security environment; and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of Air Force and DoD strategy. Skill in organizational management processes, designing and conducting comprehensive studies, and preparing solutions to resolve substantive problems and issues of strategy, concepts, and technology in future operating environments. Skill in application and interpretation of analytical methods and techniques (e.g., business case analysis, cost benefit analyses, war-gaming, modeling and simulation), mathematical and statistical analyses, and various estimating techniques to analyze, evaluate, and recommend changes in Total Force planning, programming, and funding and conduct economic, manpower, organizational, equipment, or cost studies/analysis. Ability to plan, organize, and negotiate effectively with senior analysts and management to accept and implement recommendations, where proposals involve substantial resources and require extensive changes in established concepts and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to negotiate complex issues, and to maintain good working relationships. Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Created: 2026-03-11