Electromagnetic Spectrum Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Be the force behind the force. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to empower the U.S. Air Force and Space Force to protect our nation's interests in air, space, and cyberspace. This is more than a job; it's a calling to serve.
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Program Manager (EMSO Planner), NH-0343-03 to work for USSTRATCOM/JEC, located at Nellis AFB in Las Vegas, Nevada.
This position will architect and validate the long-range strategic plans, goals, and objectives that will forge the future of major military programs.
This position will craft strategic recommendations to fulfill critical EMS enterprise requirements by mastering and applying an in-depth understanding of current and emerging military doctrines and tactics for both U.S. and adversary forces.
Expert Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO)
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives may be offered.
Salary: $76,463 to $118,204 (without locality)
"If your current basic salary is within the band, but above the stated VOP, your basic salary will not be reduced if you are selected for the position."
Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
This position can close at any time. Apply Now! Resume MAX is two - pages.
Qualifications/Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship Required.
Position is designated special-sensitive and requires a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with 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. Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret w/SCI clearance.
This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions present a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing.
Education Requirements: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0300/management-and-program-analysis-series-0343/.
Recruitment Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of electromagnetic warfare (EW) and/or joint electromagnetic spectrum operations (JEMSO) plans and programs for conducting operations at the strategic, operational, and tactical levels (e.g., war, mobilization, deployment, exercise, contingency response, crisis action, special operations, acquisition, training, or similar operations).
Knowledge of and ability to apply electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) policy, procedures, and tools, as well as EMS/EW capabilities and limitations to real-world and exercise contingency/crisis action planning, the development of Mission Scenario Events List (MSELs) for exercise support, EMS vulnerability assessments, and integration of EW into military operations.
Knowledge of EMS superiority program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions related to actual events.
Knowledge of DoD, Joint, Service, national intelligence community organizations, structures, missions, and functions, as well as the interrelationships of entities involved in the overall planning and execution of EMS-dependent military operations and evaluations.
Skill in conducting studies and unbiased research, assimilating disparate data, and rendering assessments of the implications of such data; and in preparing recommendations and solutions to military operational and contingency areas related to the DoD's ability to leverage EMS capabilities under conditions of urgency and pressure.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications.
Click the apply button to complete an application and upload your two-page resume to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit https://afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age.
AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer