
PROGRAM ANALYST
Department of the Air Force Headquarters
Patrick AFB, FLFull-time$107–139K/yrPosted today
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Job overview
The Senior Programming Analyst serves as the Center’s point of contact for performance-based budgeting and management and is an expert in the Center’s Performance Budget & Management Process. Reporting to the Director of Plans and Programs, the role supports programming and modernization of Surveillance and Reconnaissance systems, acquisition execution, work coordination, and special studies for senior leadership.
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Summary
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is the senior programming analyst is the Center's point of contact for effective performance-based budgeting and management. Is an expert in the Performance Budget & Management Process for the Center. Incumbent reports directly to the Director of Plans and Programs.
Duties
- Responsible for program/project deconfliction, system requirements, & capabilities, planning, prioritization, evaluation, policy, & guidance pertaining to current Surveillance & Reconnaissance (SR) Systems and modernization. - As an acquisition professional, uses skills & knowledge to ensure the Center's FYDP is executed effectively. Attains & maintains currency in respective APDP courses required for this position as it is crucial to the position. - Plans and schedules work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution. Coordinates & schedules with other organization's managers and customers as required. Identifies need for changes in priorities and takes action to implement such changes. - Directs special studies for the Commander and or the Director of Plans and Programs, related to annual program performance reporting. Qualifications
This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: knowledge of the planning, programming, and budget process. Expert knowledge in acquisition programs for research and development, procurement, financial management, and sustainment is essential in order to develop key performance goals, objectives, and measurements for each phase. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge and skill in the application of DoD and AF programming rules, regulations, guidance and methodology as they pertain to ensuring AFTAC executes its FYDP. 2. Knowledge of quantitative techniques and methods used to develop, adapt, modify, and apply recommended solutions to resolve problems or define and clarify alternative solutions as it pertains to programming requirements. 3. Skill in applying analytical techniques to identify, investigates, and resolves complex issues or problems associated with FYDP and other programming issues. 4. Ability to conduct briefings and host high-ranking military, civilian, and foreign dignitaries visiting AFTAC and/or the Directorate of Plans & Programs. 5. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, in order to produce reports, position papers, and briefings which are appropriate for the intended audience; and to maintain good working relationships in order to gain cooperation from others through tact, courtesy, and diplomacy. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel Systems (DCIPS) position implemented under Section 504, Title V of Public Law 99-569, Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1987, as codified in Sec 1601, Chap 83 of Title 10 United States Code which sets forth Air Force policies and procedures for DCIPS. This position is in the Excepted Service. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package. For additional information on DCIPS, click here How You Will Be Evaluated
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. Other Information
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval) Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.
How this job compares
Set against the 1,016 open Program Analyst jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$107–139K/yr
- Florida median$81–116K/yr21 salary ranges
- US median$90–131K/yr693 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $123K, is 21% above the Florida median midpoint ($102K) — in the top quarter of Program Analyst salary ranges in Florida.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 38 open Program Analyst jobs in Florida and 1,016 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- Program Analyst postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 5 years (920 postings).
- Education
- 337 of the 1,016 open Program Analyst jobs (33%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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