Summary To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here. For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn. Learn more about this agency Help Overview * Accepting applications * Open & closing dates 09/05/2024 to 09/12/2024 * Salary $139,395 - $191,900 per year Salary is dependent upon duty location, grade, step and locality pay. Equivalent to GS 14/15 level. * Pay scale & grade NH 4 * Help Location 1 vacancy in the following location: * Pentagon, Arlington, VA * Remote job No * Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. * Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position. * Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. * Appointment type Permanent * Work schedule Full-time * Service Competitive * Promotion potential None * Job family (Series) * 1515 Operations Research * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Top Secret * Drug test Yes * Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk * Trust determination process * National security * Financial disclosure Yes * Bargaining unit status No * Announcement number AF-FY24-4F-NH-1515-4-SPLASH * Control number 808299700 Help This job is open to * The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Videos Help Duties The United States Space Force (USSF) Headquarters Space Force Command (HQSF) at the Pentagon is searching for an Operations Research Analyst (NH-1515-04, GS 14/15 Equivalent). Description: Come join us as we build the U.S. Space Force. We need eager, Analytic Entrepreneurs that are looking for challenging and rewarding adventure. Build and capitalize on your analytic expertise in Human Capital, Operations, Strategy & Resource, or Technology & Innovation portfolios. Hone your communication skills as you'll likely be briefing a Colonel in the morning and a 2-Star in the afternoon. The future is Space and we need to build a military component to protect our future. As the first Digital Service, your analysis skills are critical and highly needed. Your plate will be full, you won't get bored, you'll be highly appreciated, and your efforts will have great impact. We are looking for a self-motivator and life-long learner. An analyst who listens to the Voice of the Customer and is looking to build a portfolio of success. An Analytic Entrepreneur. We are a small team so collaboration and a willingness to crash on the latest issue at hand. Communications skills are critical as we are working at the highest-levels of the U.S. Space Force and the Department of the Air Force. The ideal candidate would have experience in using their degree (Masters or PhD preferred) in Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or Industrial Engineering, or have a demonstrated career of using these tools of the trade to solve complex/convoluted problems. Service Headquarters experience would be a plus. Also, experience in any of Human Capital Analytics, Operations Analysis, Strategy & Resource Analysis, or Technology & Innovation Analysis, would be useful. Data visualization, R/Python training would also be a plus. Key Skills and Abilities: 1. Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques applied to human capital management and development. 2. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. 3. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. 4. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 5. Skill in fact finding and investigative techniques to research problems and provide solutions. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * U.S. Citizenship Required * This position is on-site and eligible for telework, 2-4 days per pay period. * Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret/Critical Sensitive clearance. * 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. * Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise; employee must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance. * Employee must within 30-days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually thereafter, file an OGE-450, "Confidential Financial Disclosure Report." Employee is required to attend annual ethics and procurement integrity training. * This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing. * PCS funding is available. * Please limit resumes to a maximum of 5 pages. * Position will be closed after 5 business days or after 75 applications are received. Qualifications The 1515 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed here. In addition to the above requirements, you can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 4th section titled Professional and Scientific Positions. * Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. 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. * Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. * Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies. Resume: You must submit a resume that provides: * Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number * Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended * Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information: * Job title * Detailed duties and accomplishments * Employer's name and address * Supervisor's name and phone number * Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.) * Hours per week * Salary, if applicable * Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. * How to Apply Do not email applications as they will not be considered. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here. Agency contact information US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management Email HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil Address USSF - Office of Chief of Space Operations 1670 Space Force Pentagon Washington, DC 20330 US Learn more about this agency Next steps For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn. * Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. * Criminal history inquiries * Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy * Financial suitability * New employee probationary period * Privacy Act * Reasonable accommodation policy * Selective Service * Signature and false statements * Social security number request Help Required Documents Resume: You must submit a resume that provides: * Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number * Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended * Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information: * Job title * Detailed duties and accomplishments * Employer's name and address * Supervisor's name and phone number * Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.) * Hours per week * Salary, if applicable * Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. Help How to Apply Do not email applications as they will not be considered. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here. Read more Agency contact information US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management Email HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil Address USSF - Office of Chief of Space Operations 1670 Space Force Pentagon Washington, DC 20330 US Learn more about this agency Next steps For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn. Read more Fair & Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. * Criminal history inquiries * Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy * Financial suitability * New employee probationary period * Privacy Act * Reasonable accommodation policy * Selective Service * Signature and false statements * Social security number request Print Share * Email * Facebook * LinkedIn * Twitter Help Overview * Accepting applications * Open & closing dates 09/05/2024 to 09/12/2024 * Salary $139,395 - $191,900 per year Salary is dependent upon duty location, grade, step and locality pay. Equivalent to GS 14/15 level. * Pay scale & grade NH 4 * Location 1 vacancy in the following location: * Pentagon, Arlington, VA * Remote job No * Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. * Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position. * Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. * Appointment type Permanent * Work schedule Full-time * Service Competitive * Promotion potential None * Job family (Series) * 1515 Operations Research * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Top Secret * Drug test Yes * Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk * Trust determination process * National security * Financial disclosure Yes * Bargaining unit status No * Announcement number AF-FY24-4F-NH-1515-4-SPLASH * Control number 808299700 This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/808299700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.