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PEO Administrative Officer, AATS

Department of the Air Force
Space Training and Readiness Command
United States Space Force / Space Training and Readiness Command / Assured Access to Space
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Overview

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Job closed
Posted 01/29/26
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$89,280 - $138,018 per year

Salary is dependent upon duty location, grade, step and locality pay. Equivalent to GS 12/13 Equivalent.

Pay scale & grade
NH 3
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
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Background check type
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
SF-FY26-6T-NH-0301-3-SPLASH
Control number
855950100

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The United States Space Force (USSF) at Patrick SFB/Cape Canaveral SFS, Florida is searching for a PEO Administrative Officer to support AATS (NH-0301-03, GS-12/13 equivalent).

Description:
Looking for a job that taps into your collaborative mindset? managing the Director's Action Group for the Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Space Access might be right up your alley.

Ideal Candidate:
Background should include performing extensive staff work, perhaps a former wing or higher-level Executive Officer, DAG/CAG experience. Exceptional organizational skills & ability to establish rapport and lasting/effective work relationships. The candidate should have a proven track record of being a SME in Executive support.

Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Task Management & Prioritization: Advanced knowledge of task management principles, including prioritization techniques, delegation strategies, and workflow optimization. Able to effectively manage multiple competing priorities and meet deadlines. Comprehensive understanding of organizational policies, procedures, and processes for the Department of the Air Force (both US Air Force and US Space Force).
2. Communication & Coordination: Exceptional written and oral communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate information to diverse audiences. Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
3. Strategic Communications Planning: Strong understanding of strategic communication principles and best practices. Able to develop and execute comprehensive communication plans that align with organizational goals and resonate with target audiences. Proficient in crafting clear, concise, and impactful messaging.
4. Relationship Management & Networking: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and establish strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leaders, external organizations, and media contacts. Skilled in representing the organization professionally and effectively in various settings.
5. Contract Management & Oversight: Comprehensive knowledge of contract management principles, regulations (e.g., FAR/DFARS), and best practices. Proven ability to monitor contractor performance, identify and mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions.
6. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize complex information. Proficient in identifying problems, developing creative solutions, and making sound recommendations to senior leadership.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • 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 / Relocation funding is not authorized.
  • This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
  • The candidate must be certified as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) or be able to obtain certification within 6 months of appointment.

Qualifications

The 0301 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here.

Additional information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:

Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

Space Training and Readiness Command

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) will be used to form a pool of qualified applicants who will be considered for direct hire vacancies as they become available.

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Agency contact information

US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management
Email
HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil
Address
USSF - Space Training and Readiness Command
1670 Space Force Pentagon
Washington, DC 20330
US

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