Program Analyst

U.S. Citizenship Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise. Position is designated special-sensitive and requires a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with 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. Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret w/SCI clearance. Employee needs to obtain and maintain approval to access the portfolio of Special Access Programs required to perform daily duties. This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions present a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing. May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments. May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis. RECRUITMENT KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA):Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods to participate in the assessment and improvement of command level plans and programs for conducting major operations such as advocating future concepts; mission capability needs; PPBE; JCIDS; acquisition; special operations, Program review, and System Requirements Review. Knowledge of program goals and objectives; the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones; methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions related to actual events; and the relationship of the various command entities involved in overall program planning and execution of military operations and evaluations. Knowledge of the application of program expertise to expertly plan, analyze, and evaluate the effectiveness of assigned mission areas sufficient to determine the impact on program operations. Skill in designing and conducting comprehensive studies to evaluate an assigned program's effectiveness and efficiency, preparing solutions to resolve substantive problems, and the ability to communicate findings to senior leaders. Skill in designing and conducting comprehensive studies to evaluate an assigned program's effectiveness and efficiency, preparing solutions to resolve substantive problems, and the ability to communicate findings to senior leaders. Ability to plan, organize, and negotiate effectively with senior analysts and management for the identification, consideration, resolution, acceptance, and implementation of recommendations for issues that involve substantial resources and require extensive changes in established concepts and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships. Knowledge or experience with one or more of the assigned mission areas of strategic deterrence, combined joint all-domain command and control (CJADC2), nuclear command, control, and communications (NC3), electromagnetic spectrum operations (EMSO), space, cyberspace operations, and/or intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR)sufficient to apply program expertise to the assessment of mission capability needs. You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications. .Click the apply button to complete an application and upload your two-page resume to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit: https://afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/.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." .Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. .U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age. AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.