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Site Support Division Chief

  • City, State:
    • Rosamond, CA
  • Location/Base:
    • Edwards AFB, CA
  • Level:
    • Senior Level
  • Pay Plan-Grade:
    • DO-04
    • DR-04
  • Pay Range (without Locality):
    • DO-04: $132,876 - $164,301
    • DR-04: $132,876 - $164,301
  • Technology Directorate/Mission Organization:
    • RJ
  • Office Symbol:
    • SSR
  • Job Overview:

    • OPEN TO ALL US CITIZENS.

      This announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 11:59 PM PDT, 22 May 2026. Resumes must be in DD/MMM/YYYY format.

      Duties include but are not limited to:

      • Division chief that leads/manages site operations and security, logistics and munitions management, computing/information technology support, facility planning and base civil engineering support, rocket test support, business development, site-wide functional support planning and support operations, and division administration.
      • Leads site support interactions with host base and parent Space Warfare Directorate leadership.
      • Collaborates with mission partners to ensure support of all RDT&E operations.
      • Ensures division emergency management processes in place and properly staffed.
      • Second-level supervisor overseeing government civilian personnel, and manages contractors supporting division functions.
      • Analyzes, evaluates and potentially re-engineers business processes across the Space Warfare Directorate (RJ).
      • Represents the Directorate and Division to other directorates, Air Force Organizations, DOD organizations and national and international organizations.
      • Ensures compliance with applicable regulations, directives and standards.

      Other Significant Facts:

      • Occasional travel may be required for the position.
      • Telework options may be possible.
      • Relocation or other incentives may be offered for this position.
  • Telework:
    • Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy
  • Remote Work (CONUS):
    • No, this position is not approved for remote work.
  • Eligible for a Referral Bonus?:
    • Yes
  • Required Qualifications:
      • United States Citizenship.
      • Ability to obtain and maintain required Top Secret security clearance.
      • Must have at least one year of specialized experience at the DO/DR-03 pay band (GS-14 or equivalent).

  • Desired Qualifications:
      • Specialized experience includes experience in communicating complex processes to senior leaders and staff, gathering and analyzing data/information, developing alternatives to promote efficiency/effectiveness, complying with applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines.
      • Support contract acquisition and management, program/project management, financial management, planning and organizing work to meet deadlines and ensure future capabilities are met.5+ years and demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and advising senior leaders.
      • 5+ years experience supervising military and government civilian personnel.
      • 5+ years experience leading support teams.
      • Operations and safety experience (engagement with systems, flight, weapons, and/or ground/occupational safety and disciplines).
      • Experience with Continuous Process Improvement techniques and change management.
      • Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
      • Strong analytic skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.

      Requisition Number 94395

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