Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary Acquisition Integration

The Deputy Assistant Secretary (Acquisition Integration) serves as a senior leader in one of the Department of the Air Force's most critical acquisition organizations. This executive position provides strategic direction and direct technical supervision to the Office of the DAS (Acquisition Integration), overseeing a high-performing executive staff responsible for shaping the future of Air Force weapon systems acquisition and sustainment.

In this highly visible role, the incumbent represents the Assistant Secretary and DAS (Acquisition Integration) across the Air Force Corporate Structure on major resource allocation decisions. The position leads integration of weapon systems programs, ensures alignment of modernization efforts with force structure plans, and drives financial oversight of multi-billion-dollar investment accounts-including programming, reprogramming, and execution.

The Deputy Assistant Secretary also establishes and maintains enterprise-wide Air Force acquisition policies and processes, champions acquisition reform initiatives, and leads transformation efforts to improve efficiency and reduce the total cost of weapon system ownership. This includes directing reinvention teams, implementing Defense-wide reform goals, and serving as the Air Force's primary spokesperson on acquisition reform. The role demands close collaboration with OSD, Congress, other military services, foreign partners, and industry to deliver cutting-edge capabilities to the warfighter.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a seasoned acquisition professional who thrives at the intersection of strategy, policy, programming, and reform. The selected individual will play a pivotal role in ensuring the Air Force delivers lethal, affordable, and sustainable weapon systems on time and within budget.

• U.S. citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Mobility is a condition of employment and appointment for SES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligations Agreement
• Selected candidate must file a Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978
• Position has been designated Special-Sensitive and the selectee must have or be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
• Drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use IAW Exec. Order 12564, dated 14 Sep 86. Position requires that the incumbent sign a Drug Testing letter and pass urinalysis testing prior to appointment.
• Position requires travel under conditions specified in the DoD Joint Travel Regulations. Incumbent is expected to travel on short notice to attend high-level meetings.
• Position may require incumbent to be available for other than normal duty hours to include weekends to support exercises and crisis planning.
• An initial SES career appointment becomes final only after the individual successfully completes a 1-year probationary period.
• Attendance to the Air Force's Senior Leader Orientation Course (SLOC) is generally required within 12 months of appointment, subject to course availability.
• Position may be subject to the post-government employment restrictions of Sections 207(a) and (f) of Title 18, United States Code.
• 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.

Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training, education, and experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry-out the duties of the position. Candidates must exemplify the corporate perspective, leadership vision, broad experience and character needed in the SES corps not only to satisfy the immediate vacancy, but future vacancies which will occur in a variety of organizations, functions and locations. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.



To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume (not to exceed 2 pages) . Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s).

This is a . Unless specifically waived by the appropriate component official (i.e., the Director of Acquisition Career Management for the Component, the Service Acquisition Executive, or the Service Secretary), the following are statutorily mandated requirements (Reference 10 U.S.C. 1731 and 1737):

1. Eight (8) or more years relevant program experience, with at least 2 of these years with cost, schedule, and performance responsibilities in a program management office or similar organization.

2. Selectee must execute, as a condition of employment, a written agreement to remain in federal service in this position for at least three years. In signing such agreement, the employee does not forfeit any employment rights, nor does such agreement alter any other
terms or conditions of employment.

3. Selectee must meet Advanced level certification requirements in Program Management or must be able to meet Advanced certification within 48 months of assignment

4. Selectee must meet 80 hours of continuous learning requirements within the designated timeframe (80 hours of continuing learning (CL) every 2 years (with a goal of engaging in 40 hours annually)).

Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that satisfy the technical qualifications.

Executive-level expertise in the Department of Defense (DoD) Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process. This includes demonstrated experience analyzing large-scale investment accounts, overseeing financial execution metrics for complex weapon systems modernization programs, and orchestrating strategic resource allocation or investment reprogramming actions within a corporate headquarters or major command structure.

. Proven capability to design, interpret, and implement enterprise-wide acquisition and sustainment policies, standards, and evaluation methods. Candidates must demonstrate a track record of leading business process transformation, acquisition reform, or continuous improvement initiatives (such as reducing total cost of ownership or optimizing business system architectures) in compliance with Department of Defense and federal regulations.

TQ3. Exceptional ability to represent a major department or executive agency with full authority in high-stakes environments. This includes leading collaborative efforts, defending program/policy decisions, and negotiating complex issues with senior leadership, General Officers, Congress, the Government Accountability Office (GAO), defense contractors, international partners, and academic institutions.

All new appointees to the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the five mandatory ECQs:

Demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.

Demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.

Demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.

Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.

Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors Please note : If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program, or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you must attach proof (e.g., SF-50 or Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.C.

: Joint IC Duty certification is a prerequisite for appointment to senior executive, senior professional, and DCIPS positions classified above GG grade 15.

NOTE: Applicants without Joint Duty Credit are still highly encouraged to apply for the position and this requirement can be waived. Candidates for this position will be reviewed for receipt of joint duty credit. You must provide evidence of having obtained joint duty credit by submitting a previously approved Joint Duty Claim Form(s) or by requesting approval of a joint duty claim by submitting the Joint Duty Claim Form with supporting documentation. Your claim will be reviewed, approved/disapproved and returned to you. Information, to include forms and instructions on joint duty can be found on the JDA website by clicking the link below. JDA Website and from: .



Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is desired. A master's or advanced degree from an accredited institution is highly desired. An undergraduate technical degree or an advanced degree in either a technical or management field is highly desired.



In addition, DoD requires an Enterprise Perspective. The individual must possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives must demonstrate an ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences. This information should be embedded within the resume.

The Department of the Air Force structures its SES positions into tiers to determine the pay range for each position. The categories are based on the position scope, breadth, functions, and placement within the structure of organizational levels across the Department.

Salary: $186,207.00 - $209,600.00 per annum. (Air Force Tier 1) SES members are eligible for bonuses and/or ranks and stipends in addition to annual salary. SES members are eligible for Performance-Based Salary increases and/or bonuses.

Area of Consideration: Applications will be accepted from all qualified persons.

Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES and DISES leaders and generally is a key to advancement. Therefore, mobility is a condition of employment and appointed SES and DISES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement.

Veterans' Preference: Veterans' preference is not applicable to the SES.

Relocation Authorized: Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: May be offered.

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 for more information.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 for additional information.

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