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Department of the Air Force – Agency Wide

Deputy Director Of Logistics, Engineering, & Force Protection

Location: Multiple Locations
Requires Relocation: Yes
Start Date: 21/01/2026
End Date: 05/02/2026
Offering Type: Permanent
Hiring Paths: Senior executives, The public
Service Type: Senior Executive
Travel Percentage: Occasional travel
Full Time On-site

Department of the Air Force – Agency Wide

About Department of the Air Force – Agency Wide

The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win…Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values — integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide: AF DCIPS Interchange AF Internal Employee EO 13473 Appointment of Certain Military Spouses Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Employee Military Spouse Preference PPP DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible PPP Mil Res (MR) and Nat Guard (NG) Pref Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement Veterans Employment Opportunities Act

Summary

Job summary

There are 3 Deputy Director positions. Please indicate locations you would be interested in. The DAF will consider the best applicant for each location as part of the SES mobility program. Deputy Director of Logistics, Engineering, and Force Protection - AMC, Scott AFB, IL Deputy Director of Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection - ACC, Langley AFB, VA Deputy Director of Logistics, Civil Engineering, Force Protection and Nuclear Integration - AFMC, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

Major duties

Conducts interdependent assessment of selected programs or functions of the command to recommend better, more efficient business practices, and provides dynamic leadership in the development of corporate strategic plans. Maintains cognizance of new policies and directives issued by higher levels in the Department of Defense and Headquarters Air Force and by other agencies of the Federal government. Coordinates initiatives at the executive level and interfaces with state and local governments, private industry and professional organizations, and assists the Director in the definition and improvement of functional interfaces within the Directorate, other commands, DOD agencies and contract partners. Formulates plans for the Director to implement new policies for the management of Directorate logistics functional activities. Directs and controls the allocation of commands resources to implement logistics concepts, objectives, policies, plans and programs. Makes key decisions concerning utilization of resources allocated for accomplishment of the mission.

Qualification

Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training, education, and experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry-out the duties of the position. Candidates must exemplify the corporate perspective, leadership vision, broad experience and character needed in the SES corps not only to satisfy the immediate vacancy, but future vacancies which will occur in a variety of organizations, functions and locations. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. In accordance with new OPM requirements to streamline Senior Executive Service (SES) hiring, applicants are no longer required to submit lengthy narrative essays, including those for Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or Mandatory Technical Qualifications (TQs), when applying. Instead, the initial application will be resume-only, capped at two pages. This change streamlines the application process and more closely aligns with private industry practices. Applicants identified for potential selection will have their ECQs assessed by undergoing a structured interview with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB). To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume (not to exceed 2 pages). Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1. Demonstrate strategic level experience leading large organizations with multi-functional disciplines, to include superior knowledge and operational experience in aircraft maintenance, munitions, and logistics with familiarity in civil engineering and force protection. TQ 2. Proven senior level experience in reviewing strategic and operational plans, and submissions to develop justifications, business cases, and advocacy within and across organizations to acquire the resources needed to effectively meet organizational requirements. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): All new appointees to the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the five mandatory ECQs: ECQ 1. Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: Demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2. Driving Efficiency: Demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3. Merit and Competence: Demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4. Leading People: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5. Achieving Results: Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors Please note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program, or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you must attach proof (e.g., SF-50 or Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.

Education

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, in an appropriate engineering or technical field, is highly desired. A master's or advanced degree in an appropriate technical field or management is highly desired.

Evaluations

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet eligiblity and minimum qualifications requirements, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) listed above. ECQs and TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Applicants will be evaluated against the qualifications requirements by a screening panel composed of senior executives and/or general officers selected for organizational and/or functional backgrounds relevant to this position. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. Final selection is contingent on approval by the Under Secretary of the Air Force. Upon selection, if not already a member of the SES serving under a career appointment, the selected candidate must have their executive qualifications certified by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB) prior to appointment. The selected candidate's application will be forwarded to OPM for review and certification by the QRB, unless the selectee provides evidence of their noncompetitive status (i.e., a current SES, OPM QRB certified SESCDP graduate, or SES reinstatement eligible). Once QRB certified, the selected candidates will be required to serve a one-year probationary period.For more information regarding the SES, please visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/.