The civilian Operations Career Field Team manages thousands of vital Department of the Air Force (DAF) projects around the world. From start to finish, we are Airmen and Guardians who ensure space launches are executed to meet national security objectives, operational units are fully manned with new Air Force pilots, satellite operations are safely executed to meet national and combatant commander objectives, provide comprehensive cyberspace data analytical support, offensive and/or defensive cyber operations, and protect critical networks from cyber attacks.
In this role, you’ll work shoulder to shoulder with current Operations Specialists on challenging and rewarding projects, where you will make real contributions and gain invaluable real-world experience.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING FIELDS
Cyber Operations | Space Operations | Flight Instructor
QUALIFICATIONS & ELIGIBILITY
U.S. citizenship required
Recent graduate, a full-time undergraduate student (senior), or a graduate student currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
Pursuing a BS/MS in Computer Engineering/Science, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Space Studies, or other STEM disciplines
GPA 2.95 or above
Ability to obtain Security Clearance (funded by USAF)
THE PALACE ACQUIRE (PAQ) PROGRAM
A formal 2-3 year training and career development track
Real-world projects and missions
Mentoring provided by Senior Operations Managers
Opportunities to lead projects
Annual performance-based promotions while in the PAQ program
Placement into a permanent AFCS position as a professional-level Cyber Operations or Space Operations Program Analyst once the PAQ program is successfully completed
A FULL-TIME OFFER INCLUDES FEDERAL BENEFITS AS WELL AS THESE INCENTIVES
Recruitment Bonus for selected positions
Student Loan Repayment
Paid move to employment location
100% Tuition Assistance toward a graduate degree while in the PAQ Program
Retention Incentive of up to 100% base salary for hard-to-fill or high-cost locations
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