AFRL Division Chief

Job Overview

This job announcement will be accepting candidates until 20 February 2026.

This job opportunity is for anyone interested in a division chief position within Air Warfare Technology Areas (currently Aerospace Systems Directorate, RQ and Munitions Directorate, RW) and the Technology Transition Areas (currently Integrated Capabilities Directorate, RS; AFWERX, RG; Small Business, SB; Strategic Partnership, SB; and Enterprise Customer Engagement, EC). This announcement will be used to help fill multiple opportunities. Qualified candidates who respond to this announcement will be considered for a division chief position in these areas.

OPEN TO DAF CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES ONLY.

The Division Chief serves as a senior leader responsible for directing, planning, and executing a diverse portfolio of programs, operations, and strategic initiatives. This position provides executive-level oversight across multiple functional areas and ensures alignment with organizational priorities, mission objectives, and statutory requirements. The incumbent leads a multidisciplinary workforce and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high‑impact results.

Major Duties

• Provide strategic leadership, vision, and direction for a division responsible for ensuring mission execution and organizational effectiveness.
• Oversee development, implementation, and evaluation of policies, programs, and initiatives that support enterprise goals.
• Lead and manage a diverse team of supervisors, specialists, analysts, and technical experts; establish contribution expectations and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Allocate resources, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational standards.
• Drives the translation of directorate mission and vision into executable strategies by providing critical guidance and input during high-level meetings and working groups.
• Identify risks, assess impacts, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure operational resilience and mission continuity.
• Drive data‑informed decision‑making and champion process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Drives teaming across AFRL, forging and guiding dynamic coalitions with partner organizations, stakeholders, and external agencies to accelerate mission outcomes
• Oversee development of long‑range plans, strategic roadmaps, and workforce strategies to meet emerging mission needs.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning to build, grow, and maintain the deep, multi-disciplinary expertise essential for a premier lab mission.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for telework opportunities; as determined by agency policy

Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

No

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain at least a Secret security clearance. Some positions may require the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
• At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (DO/DR‑02/GS‑13 for DO/DR‑03; DO/DR‑03/GS‑14 for DO/DR‑04), or equivalent experience in other pay systems
• This position may be filled under multiple occupational series. Applicants are required to meet all OPM Qualification Standard requirements for the applicable occupational series and grade.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working in a large, complex organization or federal agency.
• Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional teams or enterprise‑level initiatives.

Additional Information

Req# 79085

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