Director, Program Management Division, SLD 45

Overview

Director, Program Management Division, SLD 45
Department of the Air Force
Space Systems Command
United States Space Force / Space Systems Command / Space Launch Delta 45

Accepting applications. Open & closing dates: 01/28/2026 to 02/04/2026. Salary: $126,711 to $193,760 per year. Salary is dependent upon duty location, grade, step and locality pay. Equivalent to GS-14/15. Pay scale & grade NH 4. Location: 2 vacancies in the following location: Patrick AFB, FL. Telework eligible: Yes. Travel: 25% or less. Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes. Appointment type: Permanent. Work schedule: Full-time. Service: Competitive. Promotion potential: None. Supervisory status: Yes. Security clearance: Yes. Drug test: Yes. Position sensitivity and risk: Trust determination process. Bargaining unit status: Not specified. Announcement number: SF-FY26-6S-NH-1101-4-SPLASH. This job is open to: Videos.

Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Patrick Space Force Base, FL is searching for a Director for the Program Management Division that supports SLD45/PM (NH- , GS-14/15 equivalent). The United States Space Force seeks a visionary and senior leader to serve as the Director of the Program Management Division for Space Launch Delta 45. This pivotal role is at the heart of ensuring continuous space superiority and national security. As the central figure orchestrating a vast and complex enterprise, you will drive mission execution and shape the future of space operations. Stationed at Patrick Space Force Base, you will lead a dynamic team of space professionals dedicated to our nation’s most critical space endeavors. Description of Position: Are you ready to lead the charge in advancing key Space Force programs of national significance? As the Director, you will exercise significant delegated authority for planning, directing, and executing the activities of the Program Management Division, a multi-disciplinary team of over 30 military, civilian, and contractor personnel.

• Lead and coordinate a multi-disciplinary team of over 30 military, civilian, and contractor personnel assigned to major program segments of national scope and significance.
• Establish strategic goals and objectives that integrate organizational and acquisition management priorities, providing authoritative advice to senior leadership.
• Direct, integrate, and execute all aspects of assigned program segments, ensuring adherence to cost, schedule, performance, and system supportability requirements.
• Make comprehensive assessments and evaluations of program goals, providing long-range planning to enhance organizational and management capabilities.
• Leverage a mastery of acquisition policies, regulations, and laws to lead significant organizational changes, influence policy, and implement reform initiatives.
• Represent the organization at executive levels in engagements with U.S. Government leaders, international partners, and senior industry representatives.
• Inspire, motivate, and guide a diverse staff toward mission accomplishment through effective coaching, mentoring, and professional development.
• Skillfully plan and direct the critical functions of development, production, and support for complex systems, ensuring seamless coordination across interdisciplinary teams.
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, to all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.

Knowledge and skills

• Senior-Level Program Management: Extensive experience leading multi-agency and multi-disciplinary efforts to solve complex problems within the aerospace or defense sectors, with a mastery of acquisition policies, practices, and regulations.
• Supervisory Leadership and Mentorship: A results-oriented leader with a proven ability to build and empower high-performing teams to exceed organizational goals. Expertly leverages targeted coaching, mentorship, and continuous feedback to foster professional growth, optimize team performance, and develop a resilient, agile workforce.
• Acquisition Expertise: A strong understanding of acquisition policies, procedures, and methodologies, with the ability to provide authoritative guidance to senior management on complex procurement issues.
• Executive Communication and Leadership: Proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with technical accuracy. Excellent leadership and negotiation skills are essential.
• Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or related field is required. A master’s degree or higher is highly preferred.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret / SCI security clearance.
• Safeguards classified or sensitive budget-related information and/or files.
• May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
• Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”.
• This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first.
• Employee may be required to perform travel by military or commercial passenger aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments.
• PCS funding is authorized.
• This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
• Employee must file an OGE-450, “Confidential Financial Disclosure Report” within 30 days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually thereafter.
• This position is designated a NON-CRITICAL APDP position.
• Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year.
• This is a Critical Acquisition Position (CAP).
• Employee must meet, or be capable of meeting, Defense Acquisition Work Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the position.
• Employee is expected to meet Continuing Acquisition Education requirements.
• This position is designated a CRITICAL APDP position.
• This is a Key position. Incumbents must be removed from military recall status if no alternatives exist during an emergency.

Qualifications

The 1101 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. See the Administrative and Management Positions section for experience level requirements.

Additional information

Employed Annuitants: DoD policy applies. Veterans with service-connected disability ratings may be eligible for certain benefits. Other details and information may be provided by the agency.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. You and your family will have access to a range of benefits designed to make a federal career rewarding.

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