# Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff Force Modernization

Hiring organization: [Department of the Air Force Headquarters](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/department-of-the-air-force-headquarters)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/12e2219d-e722-443a-a6d4-288c243fcec2

Listed on Department of the Air Force Headquarters's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Executive
- Location: Arlington, VA
- Salary: 219000 – 228000 USD per year

## Summary

This Senior Executive Service role leads Air Force strategy, capability development, and modernization planning at the highest levels, working directly with the Deputy Chief of Staff. It suits experienced military strategists and defense acquisition leaders ready to shape multi-billion-dollar modernization priorities and influence joint defense policy.

_Our summary, not Department of the Air Force Headquarters's wording._

## Required

- Demonstrated experience formulating and managing enterprise-level strategy and capability development
- Expert knowledge of modernization requirements and Air Force weapon system programs
- Knowledge of air superiority, nuclear, mobility, autonomous platforms, weapons, sensors, command and control, ISR, base defense, personnel recovery and cyber capabilities
- Ability to develop consensus on difficult issues with senior leadership
- Experience assembling and leading cross-functional teams on complex problems
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

## Nice to have

- Master's or advanced degree from an accredited institution
- Undergraduate technical degree or advanced degree in technical or management field
- Knowledge of related Joint and Intelligence Community programs
- Experience with OSW, Joint Staff, think tanks, academia and private industry

Apply on Department of the Air Force Headquarters's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/890066700