About the role#
The United States Air Force offers a civilian career path through the Palace Acquire Program. This is a full-time, permanent position that includes a structured training plan designed to build your professional skills. You will work on developmental assignments that increase in complexity over time. The program emphasizes problem solving and professional growth within a federal environment.
What you'll do#
- Perform developmental assignments in life cycle logistics management.
- Conduct operational program analysis.
- Complete all training and developmental tasks outlined in your formal plan.
- Manage special projects and participate in specific initiatives or studies.
- Prepare written correspondence, reports, letters, and newsletter items.
What you'll need#
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) demonstrated by a 2.95 GPA or higher (or 3.45 in your major), class standing in the upper third of your graduating class, or election to a national scholastic honor society.
- For GS-09 eligibility, you must have two years of graduate education or one year of specialized experience at the GS-07 level.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Life Cycle Logistics Level 1 certification within 24 months.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Male applicants must be registered for Selective Service.
- Ability to meet suitability requirements for Federal employment.
Location & details#
- Work is on-site at various locations including Los Angeles, CA; Peterson AFB, CO; Robins AFB, GA; Hanscom AFB, MA; Wright-Patterson AFB, OH; Tinker AFB, OK; Lackland AFB, TX; Hill AFB, UT; and Langley AFB, VA.
- This is a full-time, permanent position.
- You may be required to relocate during or after your training period.
About United States Air Force
The United States Air Force is a government agency founded in 1947. It operates within the defense and space manufacturing sector. The organization focuses on air, space, and cyberspace operations. It maintains a large workforce of over 246,000 personnel. The headquarters is located at Randolph AFB in Texas.
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