What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUAS/CSUAS Program Manager position at Air Force Test Center?
- Published Dec. 18, 2024
- Air Force Test Center
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About the Air Force Test Center:
The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) is where tomorrow’s Air Force is tested! Long considered the “Center of the Aerospace Testing Universe”, AFTC is truly where Air Force superiority begins. Home to many Aerospace establishments and records, AFTC remains the state-of-the-art leader in Aerospace testing, and provides the warfighter with cutting-edge technology. AFTC does not only celebrate its past, but we continue to lead from the front. Join our team today and make Aerospace history!
About the Role:
The Air Force Test Center is looking for a Full-Time SUAS/CSUAS Program Manager (NH-0080-02) to work at the Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) in the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) Department of Air Force (DAF) Police (AEDC/TSD-SF) at Arnold Air Force Base in Tullahoma, Tennessee.
Selectee should provide robust relevant and efficient range and spaceport capabilities for the nation. Serves as the Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (SUAS) and Counter-Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (CSUAS) Program Manager to the TSD Security Forces. As such, provide technical expertise, expert guidance and comprehensive advice to Security Forces and installation-level leadership on SUAS and C-SAUS readiness, training, risk management, and integrated defense capabilities. Administer all SUAS and C-SAUS software, databases, and maintain accountability of related equipment, certifications, and training. Manage SUAS and C-SUAS standards and evaluations program and provide readiness determinations for Security Force members.
THIS JOB CAN CLOSE AT ANY TIME!
Location: Tullahoma, TN (Arnold Air Force Base)
Typical 2024 salary range: $39,576 - $94,317 per year (includes locality)
Telework Information: Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and Office of Personnel Management (OPM) prescribed "Unscheduled Telework"
Travel Requirements: Up to 25% travel possible
Incentives: This position MAY be eligible for a recruitment/relocation incentive. Specifics will be discussed with the Selecting Official.
Direct Hire Authority: NO 6-MONTH WAIT! Recently retired and/or retiring from MILITARY service ARE eligible for immediate appointment for AFTC positions. The 180-day waiting period has been waived for AFTC to hire recently retired and/or retiring service members.
- Strong leadership skills to manage multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring smooth project execution.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities for conveying technical information.
- Capability to identify issues quickly and develop effective solutions, particularly in high-pressure situations.
Major Duties:
- Manages SUAS and CSUAS program for the Security Forces Squadron.
- Performs as a subject matter expert for all assigned SUAS and CSUAS platforms
- Provides expert level knowledge of assigned SUAS and CSUAS system, design, capabilities and limiting factors.
- Conducts long-term planning, workload management, functional/technical advice and guidance, and continuity of operations for the unit-level SUAS and CSUAS program.
- Aligns all SUAS and CSUAS guidance with Air Force, Space Force, and higher headquarter instruction and directives.
- Provides conflict resolution recommendations and coordination input into the installation and integrated defense plan.
- Manages all SUAS and CSUAS program software and equipment logistics.
- Perform on-hand accountability and record keeping of program-related equipment which requires operating Government Owned Vehicles (GOV) as part of assigned duties.
- Serve as the training authority and expert on all matters involving modernization and programming of SUAS and CSUAS.
- Creates, builds, maintains, monitors and updates training guidance and training plans for all SUAS-O personnel.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- U.S. Citizenship
- Obtain & Maintain Top Secret Security clearance
- This is a designated Drug Testing Position
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical
- Expert knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials and equipment associated with aerial surveillance SUAS and CSUAS programs.
- Expert knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, and procedures governing the conduct of Air Traffic Control (ATC) operations and the separation of aircraft in terminal radar approach control and control tower operations, and of the functional and operational limitations of ATC equipment such as: radar systems, navigational aids, weather indicators, remote status indicators, radios, landlines, recording equipment, ATC simulation systems.
- Skill in application of aerial surveillance training techniques and principles to both help develop training operators acquire knowledge in operation of SUAS and CSUAS systems as well as develop additional competent trainers for the same purpose.
Paid Time Off:
- 11 Federal Holidays off per year
- Vacation time (Annual Leave) accumulates based on length of employment. Starts at 13 days (104 hours) per year and up to 26 days (208 hours) per year
- 13 sick days per year (104 hours)
Retirement:
- Pension: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
- 401K: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) available with up to 5% agency matching
Health & Wellness:
- Various Medical, Dental & Vision packages to choose from for entire family
- Flexible Spending Account
- Federal Long Term Care Insurance, and Life & Disability Insurance
Work/Life Balance:
- Family and Medical Leave Act
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible Work Arrangements (dependent on position)
Career Development:
- Tuition Assistance & Professional Development opportunities
- Career enhancement and promotion opportunities
To learn more about our benefits, please check out the AFTC Benefits Trifold at https://simplebooklet.com/230809aftcbenefitstrifold_v5_.
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Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.
Air Force Test Center is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and is dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We recognize diversity encompasses many parts of one’s identity including but not limited to race, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability status, and veteran status. AFTC encourages ALL candidates to apply as our employees’ points of view are key to our success.
Salary : $39,576 - $94,317
