Foreign Studies Advisor jobs in Virginia

Duties

1. The Technical Advisor uses knowledge and experience in military operations research, data science, tactical and strategic weapons systems analyses, systems of systems warfare, wargames, and assessments to:
a. Evaluate cutting-edge developments in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and testing through interface with experts across the DoD as well as leaders in academia and industry for inclusion in SAF/SA analytic approaches. Conduct methodology and tool development to ensure that study
needs are met and that new opportunities are considered.
b. Develop DAF analytic research and development programs for the improvement of methods and tools to analyze weapon systems in tactical and
strategic operations. This includes not only developing collaborative efforts with other organizations and academic institutions but also directing the
technical development of SAF/SA contracted research and development.
c. Review and evaluate the use of analytical models and data science applications within the directorate and across the DAF analytic community (DAFAC), recommend improvements to model managers and data mangers, and advise the SAF/SA Director on the status and adequacy of the agency's analysis architecture and data support. Collaborate with the Air Force Chief Scientist, DAF Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer, professional organizations, industry, and academic centers to address DAF and Joint warfighting, and other defense issues.
d. Evaluate fiscal forecast analyses for the SecAF via DAF Corporate Structure, focusing on the planning programming, budgeting and execution system (PPBES). Review and evaluate studies that examine impacts over time maximizing return on investment subject to time-critical resourcing. Ensure analyses consider Total AF Program and Total Force issues. Review and evaluate analyses that supports annual development of the DAF Program Objective Memorandum through analyses and studies which provide insight on design and force structure alternatives.
e. Lead Director's crisis action analytical team. Responsible for the integration and coordination of completed and/or on-going studies in order to be
responsive to Secretary and DAF Chiefs of Staff.
f. Lead development and deployment of state-of-the-art advanced analytics that leverage emerging opportunities with Artificial Intelligence, Machine
Learning, optimization algorithms and other tools to address the complexities associated with current and future joing warfighting across all domains.
g. Drive next generation modeling & simulation for decision support capabilities by continuously evaluating the legacy modelling and simulation tool suite.
h. Develop and implement an annually updated upgrade recapitalization plan to include the use of commercial off-the-shelf tools and ensuring full
representation of integrated air, space, and cyber capabilities at the engagement, mission and campaign-levels of analysis.

2. On behalf of the SAF/SA Director, act as the Executive Agent for RAND Project AIR FORCE (PAF) to oversee the contract administration for this Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC), support the DAF Vice Chiefs of Staff in developing the annual research plan, and facilitate collaboration between RAND PAF and their DAF project sponsors.

3. Represent SAF/SA as participating member of various high-level standing and ad hoc Office of the Secretary of Defense, joint, service, and DAF-related advisory groups to ensure DAF issues and analysis methodologies are accurately and successfully represented across the DAF and join analytic communities. Includes serving as SAF/SA representative on one or more of the following: Joint Technical Coordinating Group/Aircraft Survivability (JTCG/AS), Joint Technical Coordinating Group/Munitions Effectiveness (JTCG/ME), Defense Science Board Committees, Air Force Scientific Review Groups, and Air Force Chief Scientists.

4. Participate in career development of military and civilian analysts through the Scientist and Engineering Career Program and Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) education. Recruit and mentor new analysts through Palace Acquire, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Scholarships (SMART) and other intern programs. Propose and guide academic research.

5. Maintain special liaison with Defense operations research and data science organizations to include but not limited to OSD CAPE, JCS/J-8, Center for Army Analysis (CAA), OPNAV/N-8, USMC/CDC, Department of Homeland Security, defense-related and analytic professional societies, FFRDCs, University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs), and think tanks. To the extent possible, ensure that they understand DAF issues, and that their analytic approaches appropriately represent DAF equities.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP). Position requires the incumbent sign a Drug Testing letter and pass urinalysis testing prior to appointment.
• Must have or be able to obtain a TOP SECRET/SCI Security clearance
• Must file an Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report
• PROBATIONARY PERIOD. An individual's initial SL career appointment becomes final only after the individual successfully completes a 1-year probationary period.
• Active Duty Military Members must indicate retirement eligibility
• Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be offered
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• EXECUTIVE PERSONNEL FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORT (Standard Form 278). Selected candidate must file this report in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978.
• Veterans' preference is applicable to Air Force Senior Level (SL) positions.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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  To receive full consideration, each applicant must submit the documents in the format as designated. Packages that do not include all of the required documents or meet format requirements will not be forwarded for consideration.
  
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  The Qualifications Documents must be formatted using Times New Roman, size 12 font, with 1-inch margins. Do not use borders, provide photos, or list a Social Security Number on any of the Qualifications Documents. DO NOT COMBINE DOCUMENTS.
  
  A. Resume in the preferred format (Limit 5 pages). Upload in PDF format. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER.
  
  B. Mandatory Technical Qualifications Statement addressing each of the TQs (NTE 6 Pages total for all 4 MTQs). Upload in PDF format and include the MTQ statement as indicated in the announcement.
  
  C. Most recent completed Performance Appraisal (current and/or former federal employees) or Performance Report (OPR or EPR). For applicants in the private sector, please provide a copy of your equivalent Evaluation Report.
  
  D. Most recent Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50, noting your current position, grade level and salary level (applies only to current or former civilian government employee).
  
  E. College transcript(s) (copy is acceptable) which demonstrates the acceptable combinations of education and experience as noted by OPM.
  
  F. Military: Retired - a copy of your DD214 and/or Retirement orders; Active Duty - submit a Statement of Service Letter and state highest rank held date of promotion and date eligible to retire or date of retirement. Documents are required.
  
  G. (Optional): Ethnicity and Race Identification, SF-181 - Form available at: https://www.opm.gov
  
  H. (Optional): Self-Identification of Disability, SF-256 - Form available at: https://www.opm.gov
  
  DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as copies of position descriptions, award certificates and transmittal letters will not be forwarded for review.

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  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  Please follow the below instructions to submit applications. Any applications received that do not include all of the required documents or do not meet format requirements will not be forwarded for consideration.
  
  The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 02/20/2024.
  
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  PREFERRED RESUME FORMAT: (Limit 5 pages/Times New Roman 12-font) (Do Not Use the USAJOBS Resume Builder) - Please submit a typewritten resume (upload as a PDF), including the following information:
  
  Job Information: Announcement number (MRL2024-4) and title of the position to which you are applying.
  
  Personal Information: Full name, mailing address (with zip code), day and evening phone numbers (with area code) and complete e-mail address where you would like to receive correspondence regarding your application. **PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER**
  
  Active-Duty/Retired Military: State highest rank held, date of promotion and date eligible to retire or date of retirement. (e.g., Colonel/June 2006/December 2014). NOTE: IAW 5 U.S.C. 3326, a 180-day waiver will be required for retired or retiring members of the armed forces during the period of 180 days immediately after retirement.
  
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  SAF/MRL CONTACT INFORMATION: Questions regarding this announcement may be directed to Virginia Reynolds at virginia.reynolds@us.af.mil.

  Agency contact information

  Virginia Reynolds

  Phone

  703-695-7677

  Email

  virginia.reynolds@us.af.mil

  Address

  AF Senior Executive Management
  1040 Air Force Pentagon Room 4D
  Washington, DC 20330
  US

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