PROGRAM ANALYST

About the opportunity

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a combatant command headquarters level senior program analyst. The successful candidate will plan, organize, and determine necessary policies, regulations, directives, programs, doctrine, and procedures for the establishment and maintenance of USSPACECOM program areas and missions. Key duties include applying space experience to analyze and evaluate detailed plans, documenting planning and programming decisions, leading strategic planning, and preparing and delivering oral presentations and briefings to secure cooperation and resolve complex issues.

Salary and benefits

• Annual salary range of $91,870 to $142,022 (NH-03 broadband, equivalent to GS-12 to GS-13).
• Federal benefits package (detailed at the provided USAJOBS benefits link).
• Disabled veteran leave is available for eligible veterans hired on/after November 5, 2016, with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.

Who can apply?

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) or other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information.
• Must sign a non-disclosure agreement.
• Must refrain from the use of illegal drugs and submit to urinalysis testing under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
• Must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-03 (equivalent to GS-11 or equivalent in the Federal Service).
• Specialized experience must include expert knowledge of qualitative/quantitative methods for assessing and improving command-level plans and programs for major operations (e.g., Orbital Warfare, Offensive/Defensive Space Operations, Space Superiority, etc.).
• Must possess in-depth knowledge of military space operations as applicable to COCOM objectives.

Required documents

• Online Application Questionnaire
• Resume (must not exceed two pages, font size 10 pt or larger, and must include hours worked per week and dates of employment)
• Transcripts/Registration/License (if qualifying based on education)
• Veterans' documentation (e.g., DD Form 214, VOW certification memo, SF-15 form, VA Letter, if applicable)
• SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (for current or former Federal Civilian Employees)
• DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist (for Military Spouse Preference claimants)
• Applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (for Priority Placement Program claimants)

When to apply

• Applications must be submitted by September 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

How to apply

• Click the 'Apply Online' button on the USAJOBS portal to log in or create an account.
• Complete the online application questionnaire.
• Upload your resume (ensuring it does not exceed two pages and includes hours worked per week and dates of employment).
• Upload all required supporting documents (such as transcripts, SF-50, or DD-214) based on your eligibility claims.
• Submit the complete application package before the deadline.

Additional information

• This position is under an acquisition demonstration project (NH-03 equivalent to GS-12 to GS-13).
• Credit is given for appropriate unpaid and/or part-time work, as well as volunteer experience.
• Do not include photographs, inappropriate content, or personal information (such as age, gender, religion, or SSN) on your resume, or you will be disqualified.
• The resume must include your first and last name.