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ACQUISITION PROGRAM MANAGER

Department of the Air Force
Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command
TCAQ-T

Summary

The position(s) covered by this vacancy announcement is in the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo). For more information please see: AcqDemo

This position is part of the Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command, Transportation Command.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Posted this week · Apply by 06/21/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 21, 2026
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
$91,779 - $141,880 per year
Pay scale & grade
NH 3
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Secret
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
Yes
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
USTC-26-12981501-DH
Control number
872379400

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

This announcement is open to All U.S. Citizens, and is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority (DHA) for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense. Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612)(NonComp Mil Sp), Retained Grade Preference (RGP), and Military Reserve and National Guard Technician eligibles may also apply.

Duties

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As a ACQUISITION PROGRAM MANAGER at the NH-1101-3 some of your typical work assignments may include:

  • Direct the lifecycle planning and management of complex acquisition programs, and verify all cost, schedule, and performance objectives are met according to approved acquisition baseline.
  • Manage program budget, obligation and execution in compliance with DoD Financial Management Regulations to ensure optimal resource allocation and fiscal responsibility.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate cost, schedule, and performance risks to ensure mission success and program stability.
  • Lead cross-functional Integrated Product Teams and working groups to provide clear and accurate synchronization of engineering, logistics, transportation, contracting, and technical requirements.
  • Interpret and implement acquisition, program management, financial and logistics regulations, policies, and procedures to confirm compliance and streamline business operations.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for industry partners and DoD stakeholders to coordinate requirements and confirm contract deliverables and performance meet the Performance Work Statement/Statement of Work.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Occasional Travel
  • Work Schedule: Full-time
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
  • Overtime: Occasionally
  • Tour of Duty: Flexible
  • Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
  • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
  • Financial Disclosure: Required. In accordance with the Ethics in Government Act 1978, employee is required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon appointment and will be required to file annually.
  • Telework Eligibility: Situational telework may be authorized based on operational requirements, contingent upon Agency and Supervisor approval.
  • This is a Cybersecurity position. Incumbent must attain and maintain the appropriate DoD approved cybersecurity certificate(s) . (See "Additional Information" section below)
  • This position is part of the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). Selectee must meet Back-to-Basics certification requirements within 36 months of employment. (See "Additional Information" section below)

Qualifications

You may qualify at the NH 3 , if you fulfill the following qualifications:

A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-2 (GS-11) grade level in the Federal service as listed below:

  • Engage in the planning and management of complex acquisition programs; verifying the achievement of cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
  • Guide cross-functional teams and coordinate with key stakeholders to align project objectives.
  • Identify critical program risks and formulate proactive mitigation plans to maintain operational continuity.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.


Additional information

Other Notes:

ACQUISITION POSITION: This position is part of the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The employee must meet the Back to Basics functional area certification requirements for career category A - Program Management, Level 2 - Practitioner within the timeframe range of 1 - 5 years from appointment date into the position. For information regarding the DAWIA Back to Basics please visit: Home (dau.edu) or Back to Basics - Helpful Resources (dau.edu) CYBER SECURITY: This position includes cyber work as an additional duty. Per DoD 8140.03-M, the recipient of this additional duty assignment must achieve the appropriate Foundational Qualification within nine months of assignment, as well as the appropriate Residential Qualification within 12 months of assignment, unless a waiver is granted.


RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF?ver=LQ7feWw-8-5DI2tceUpmgA%3d%3d

All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.


Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov))

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.

We will review your resume and supporting documents, to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified below, required for this position.

Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements.

Veterans Preference: If you are entitled to veterans preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency.

For information on entitlement see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx

Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command

The US Transportation Command provides responsive air, land, and sea transportation support to deploy, sustain, and redeploy US military forces worldwide during peace and wartime. USTRANSCOM is also responsible for coordinating and overseeing the end-to-end global logistics and supply chain management systems within the DoD. USTRANSCOM seeks highly skilled applicants in a variety of fields to include: Acquisition, Information Technology, Strategic Planning, Financial Management, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management.

Agency contact information

USTRANSCOM Servicing Team
Phone
614-692-2646
Email
DHRS-D-TRANSCOM@DLA.MIL
Address
TRANSCOM
508 Scott Drive
Bldg 1900 E
Scott AFB, IL 62225-5357
US

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