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The 1st Test and Evaluation Squadron leads the integrated testing of USSF Command and Control and Space Domain Awareness programs of record in support of weapon system acquisition, operational acceptance, and readiness.
Mission: 1 TES prepares USSF forces to prevail in a contested, degraded, and operationally-limited environment through the independent test and evaluation of operational-level command and control technologies and the delivery of timely, accurate, and expert information in support of weapon system acquisition, operational acceptance, and readiness decisions.
Purpose of position: Primary acquisition expert supporting 1 TES. Works closely with test directors to help them manage their portfolio of test programs. Advises the commander on DoD Acquisition guidance and policies as they relate to Test and Evaluation (T&E).

Duties:
• Liaises with Space Systems Command (SSC) and other acquisition organizations to access documents relevant to test planning and execution (TEMP, ICD, CDD, etc).
• Works closely with resource advisors to ensure squadron test funds are expended properly and efficiently.
• Works with contract specialists to ensure supporting contracts meet squadron’s T&E needs.
• Helps test directors develop/manage test schedules so they align with the program office’s master schedule.

Knowledge and skills for the position:
• Experience managing a defense acquisition program or working in a program office.
• Knowledge of the Software Acquisition (SWA) pathway as defined in the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF).
• Knowledge of T&E’s role in the Defense Acquisition Life Cycle.
• Experience working on contracts or with contract specialists/officers.
• Test & Evaluation Foundational or Practitioner level DAWIA certification.
• Program Management Advanced level DAWIA certification.
• Experience or knowledge of systems engineering.
• Experience developing/reviewing test plans/strategies.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps and/or Agile software development processes.

Requirements for the position:
• U.S. citizenship
• Program Management Practitioner level DAWIA certification (Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret w/SCI clearance.
• Employee needs to obtain and maintain approval to access the portfolio of Special Access Programs required to perform daily duties.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions present a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing.
• 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.