Supervisory Acquisition Management Specialist

Air Force Civilian Service; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 107,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center in New Mexico seeks a Supervisory Acquisition Program Management Specialist to serve as the Deputy Division Chief, NATO Strike Support Division, in the Air Delivered Capabilities Directorate at Kirtland AFB.

The role leads a 50+ person team across multiple locations, guiding lifecycle management of secure storage, maintenance and other surety systems for NATO and DoD partners, advancing the US nuclear deterrence mission.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Master’s degree or higher in management desirable.
• Top Secret/SCI clearance required.
• 10+ years of DoD program management experience in nuclear enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sustainment and modernization of secure storage and other surety capabilities.
• Lead a division of 50+ personnel across multiple branches and locations.
• Plan and execute lifecycle management for NATO-related systems in Europe.
• Collaborate with USAFE, AFGSC, EUCOM, NATO and other DoD/DOE agencies.

Skills

Acquisition management

Nuclear weapons domain

Leadership

Interagency collaboration

Education

Master's degree in management

Job description

Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities on behalf of the United States Air Force. OPEN: 28 October 2026 CLOSES: 18 November 2026 Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) is currently seeking one full‑time Supervisory Acquisition Program Management Specialist 09326391M to serve as the Deputy Division Chief, NATO Strike Support Division in the Air Delivered Capabilities Directorate (NDW) at the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, Kirtland AFB, New Mexico. Value of Position (VoP): NH-1101-04 which has a typical 2026 salary range of $107,446– $148,779 (basic salary without locality included) – VoP is 95. Locality for Albuquerque-Santa Fe area is 18.33% of basic salary ** If your current basic salary is within the band, but above the VOP range, your basic salary will not be reduced if you are selected for the position. **IMPORTANT

• AFNWC is requiring the 2‑page resume format for its job announcements. Please access this link to learn more about what to include in your resume: https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include
• If you submit a resume that is more than 2 pages, you may receive an error message. Please submit no more than a 2‑page resume to be considered. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Deputy Division Chief, NATO Strike Support Division of (AFNWC/NDW) as a supervisory acquisition program manager overseeing the activities of DoD and NATO funded acquisition and sustainment efforts related to secure storage, maintenance, and other surety systems for nuclear weapons deployed within NATO. This position is NOT eligible for telework or remote work. The goals and objectives of the position are to enable the Air Delivered Capabilities Directorate’s mission to empower war fighter capability through effectively and efficiently integrating nuclear weapons & system requirements with resources to deliver operational capability for the Air Delivered leg of the US Nuclear Deterrent Triad. This mission is accomplished in consonance with Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC), Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), United States Air Force (USAF), and Department of Defense (DoD) directives. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in working effectively with multiple DOD, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers, and private industry organizations. Experience working with international military partners is desired. DUTIES:
• Oversees sustainment, modernization, and integration of nuclear weapons secure storage, maintenance, and other surety capabilities supporting Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC), United States Air Forces United States Europe, European Command (USEUCOM), and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Supports the Materiel Leader with the Weapon Storage and Security System (WS3) Program Office and Depot in budgeting, planning, sustaining, acquisition, and certification of OCONUS weapon storage, security, and maintenance systems as well as a Special Access Program (SAP).
• Manages a division of over 50 military, civilian and contractor personnel across four branches at three operating locations. Plays a vital role in driving efficiency, optimizing performance, and achieving the Directorate’s strategic objectives elevating the center’s air delivered capabilities, ensuring the efficient execution of the US nuclear deterrence mission.
• Program Execution - Works with USAFE, AFGSC, EUCOM, NATO and multiple other DoD/DOE agencies in planning, organizing, and executing the activities of the assigned portfolio. As deputy division chief, exercises independent judgment, initiative and leadership in formulating, directing, and evaluating policies and activities for integrated life cycle management of systems used to safeguard US nuclear weapons in the European theater. Exercises cradle to grave Operational, Safety, Suitability, and Effectiveness (OSS&E) responsibilities of assigned systems.
• Collaboration and Representation/Strategic Planning - Builds coalitions among, ensures effective communication with, and represents division and directorate in executive level situations both internally and externally. Requires regular engagement with civilian and military government representatives of several NATO partner nations on tactical executions of programs and strategic discussions affecting the deterrence mission in Europe.
• Represents the organization with all levels of management, including functional counterparts, HQ AFMC, HAF/A10, USAF MAJCOMs and US COCOMs, USAF System Program Offices, DOD and other federal agencies, HQ DOE/NNSA, DOE National Laboratories, industry partners, and NATO. SKILLS:
• Knowledge of the policies, practices, regulations, and laws concerning the acquisition management processes and initiatives.
• Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of the DOD, Air Force, and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence the systems acquisition process.
• Skill to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff in critical aspects of development and production, support of systems, subsystems, or equipment and to coordinate various aspects of systems acquisition such as engineering, contracting, financial management, configuration, test, and manufacturing.
• Ability to positively lead, mentor, inspire, motivate, collaborate, appraise, supervise and work with subordinate supervisors, diverse teams, and non-supervisory employees.
• Knowledge of acquisition and management of USAF nuclear weapons and special programs. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION:
• U.S. CITIZENSHIP
• A master’s degree or higher in management is highly desirable. Applicant must meet qualifications set by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management associated with the 1101 Individual Occupational Requirements described at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise; employee must obtain and maintain a Top Secret and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance.
• 10+ years of program management experience in all levels of DOD acquisition management (A&S, ACAT I – III)
• 10+ years of experience in the nuclear enterprise.
• This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The employee must meet, or be capable of meeting, Defense Acquisition Work Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position. Selectee is expected to meet Continuous Acquisition Education requirements. Program Management Advanced will be required within applicable time limits.
• Completion of DAU 401/4010 is highly desirable.
• 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.
• Work requires travel away from the normal duty station via military or commercial aircraft to several NATO partner locations.
• In accordance with the Ethics in Government Act, 1978, selectee may be required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.