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External Applicants Only

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The Senior GEOINT Authority (SGA) for Aeronautical Navigation serves as the Senior Representative for all issues concerning Aeronautical Safety of Navigation (SoN), and represents the Director, NGA in the Aeronautical Navigation functional management role. The SGA is the principle representative for analytical and technical issues related to NGA Aeronautical SoN GEOINT initiatives; coordinating, integrating, and orchestrating operations within the aeronautical domain. The individual must understand the SoN information provider/aviator relationship and promote effective user relations.

The SGA Aero has routine and repeated contact with senior intelligence, defense, and national security officials and collaborates with senior level counterparts across NGA, IC, DoD, international partners, industry, academia, and other stakeholders across the aeronautical data domain. These include the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Eurocontrol and the European Union (EU), the National System for Geospatial Intelligence (NSG), Allied System for Geospatial Intelligence (ASG) Allied Aeronautical Steering Group (AASG), and others. The SGA Aero must fully understand and articulate national security mission directions, user needs, technical state of the art capabilities, and current research directions. The SGA works in concert with the Aeronautical Navigation Office leadership to develop organizational strategies for future operations, lining efforts between levels of NGA to align goals, objectives, and implementation activities. The SGA Aero guides the development of geospatial data standards, capabilities, tradecraft, and training for the aeronautical workforce.

The SGA Aero has responsibility for ongoing evaluations of mission status and mission assessments as required. Assures investment activities are future focuses, aligned with leadership priorities, working across organizational lines to identify and respond to opportunities, securing funding for priority mission activities where possible. Additionally, the SGA Aero works with office leadership on production activities to align with long term goals within NGA and DoD community guidance and adhere to the requirements and constraints of international treaty obligations, US Code, and international regulatory agencies.

As a member of the Source Component executive leadership team, the SGA Aero is expected to effectively contribute to broader mission modernization efforts (linked to NGA's Strategic Objectives) including data governance, sharing and integration, collection, and dissemination across the Source enterprise. The SGA Aero will purposefully guide modernization by advocating for alternate solutions in the realm of data services and advanced analytics. SGA's must possess the ability to lead people towards organizational vision, mission, and goals. This requires skills in conflict management, leveraging diversity, developing others, and team building.

Assigned as the Occupational Manager (OM) for Aeronautical Analysis. In this role, works for the Source Career Field Manager to develop and maintain the health of the Aeronautical Analysis Occupation. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, planning and maturation of Aeronautical Analysis tradecraft by: building expert bench strength; supporting certification test development and execution; development of tradecraft materials; development of appropriate training; development of strategic workforce plans/talent development strategies in coordination with the D/SF and DD/SF and enterprise stakeholders. Incumbent will work closely with SFA tradecraft experts to provide advocacy for the training and tradecraft needs of the Aeronautical Analysis occupation, including soliciting and picking SMEs to the Aeronautical Analysis Career Development Officers (CDO) cadre. As OM, provide guidance and direction to the CDOs relative to their support as counselors and advisors to supervisors, branch and division leadership on the development of Aeronautical Analysis Occupation employees. Work as part of the Source SGA cadre to address issues of common concern and partner with others where appropriate.

Conditions of employment

• US Citizenship is required.
• Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
• Security Investigation

SPECIAL INFO:

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Applicant selected for this position is subject to the completion of a one-year DISL trial period. (Applicants selected from outside NGA may be required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period if they have not already done so.)

2. This position requires access to classified Defense Department and Intelligence Community information. The individual selected must already possess, or be immediately eligible for, a TOP SECRET security clearance and access to Sensitive Compartmented Information. U.S. citizenship is required for the granting of a security clearance. Successful completion of a polygraph examination is required for employment by NGA.

3. This position is covered under the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (P.L. 95-521). Incumbent will be required to file an Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (SF-278) with the NGA Office of General Counsel.

4. Employment is subject to requirements of the NGA Drug Testing Program.

Qualifications

MANDATORY QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: For this particular job, applicants must meet all competencies reflected under the Mandatory Qualification Criteria to include education (if required). Online resumes must demonstrate qualification by providing specific examples and associated results, in response to the announcement's mandatory criteria specified in this vacancy announcement:

Eligibility for this executive level position will be based upon a clear demonstration that the applicant has experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry out the assignments of the position. Successful applicants will be distinguished from other applicants by a review of the Technical Qualification (TQs), Executive Competencies, and Education Requirements, if required. An applicant's resume must show that their experience, education and accomplishments reflect the competence and professional standing required to provide expertise needed for this position.

EXECUTIVE COMPETENCIES

1. Commitment to the Rule of Law - Upholds the principles of the American Founding, including equality under the law and democratic self-government. Ensures the law is applied fairly and consistently.

2. Innovation - Applies creativity to improving products and processes, challenges convention, takes measured risks, and considers ways to simplify and remove unnecessary requirements.

3. Operational Mindset - Effectively translates strategies into actionable steps and processes. Partners effectively with stakeholders to drive adoption and addresses blockers to ensure successful implementation.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

1.Demonstrated leadership within and expert understanding of the US, DoW, and International Aeronautical Community. This includes organizations related to aeronautical safety of navigation (SoN) policies, regulations, programs and modernization initiatives. In-depth knowledge of Inter-Agency, Inter-Governmental Organizations (IGO), Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO), multi-lateral and bi-lateral arrangements that govern aeronautical SoN processes.

2.Demonstrated ability to grow/mentor next generation of Aeronautical Analysts, and ability to establish continuing tradecraft program to ensure significant workforce advancement within aeronautical navigation, instrument procedure design, source collection, and data centricity.

3.Specific technical knowledge of GEOINT collection and processing methods as applied to aeronautical navigation data, products, and services.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: In addition to the mandatory qualifications, experience in the following is desired:

1. Demonstrated knowledge of the Foundation GEOINT requirements process.

2. Expert understanding of the U.S. Department of War, with demonstrated leadership and deep expertise in the international aeronautical navigation community. This includes familiarity with organizations focused on aeronautical safety of navigation policies and programs, and the application of photogrammetric practices. In-depth knowledge of inter-organizational collaborations, including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), multi-lateral, and bi-lateral arrangements that govern aeronautical SON processes.

3. Demonstrated ability to mentor/grow the next generation of Aeronautical Analysts, and the ability to establish continuing tradecraft program to ensure significant workforce advancement within aeronautical navigation, instrument procedure design, source collection and database expertise.

4. Understanding of aeronautical safety of navigation related organizations, policies, regulations, programs and modernization initiatives.

5. In-depth technical knowledge of GEOINT collection and processing methods as applied to aeronautical navigation data, products, and services.

6. Proven executive-level leadership managing large-scale organizations with 50+ personnel (direct or indirect reports), overseeing complex projects, operations, or production systems, including budgeting, resource allocation, and contract management. Knowledge of Department of War and Intelligence Community requirements and budget processes to include agency level Programming, Planning, Budgeting, and Execution (PPB&E) efforts, the requirements adjudication process, and the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security (OUSW I&S) Military Intelligence Program (MIP) funding profile for SON missions.

7. Demonstrated interpersonal skills and excellent writing, presentation, and public speaking skills, including the ability to tailor communication of highly technical content to a variety of audiences.

In addition to the above Technical Qualifications, the below qualifications are also desired:

1. Demonstrated experience and leadership in aviation operations with subject matter expertise regarding aeronautical navigation to include electronic charts, digital publications, dissemination requirements, and the regulatory environment that governs military, domestic, and international aeronautical operations, to include experience developing and maintaining relationships with partners from the military services, industry, and academia both foreign and domestic.

2. Demonstrated experience in the collection and analysis of foreign and domestic aeronautical information, and its translation into digital output to produce traditional graphic navigational charts, and formatted data for advanced mission planning systems and on-board automated flight management systems.

3. Demonstrated expertise in the provisioning of aeronautical cartographic information including the design, production, and management of aeronautical geospatial information to meet user needs. This includes demonstrated expertise in ISO 9001 Quality Management, Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics (RTCA) DO-200 and DO 201, and FAA Advisory Circular 20-153. Working knowledge of product distribution systems (printing, web presence, app development), and data assurance.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

APPLICANT EVALUATION PROCESS: NGA will evaluate your online application to ensure it demonstrates the Executive Competencies, Technical Qualifications (TQs), work experience, and any mandatory education, certification, and/or license requirements, to successfully perform the duties of the advertised position. Failure to provide clear examples of claimed experience levels will preclude further consideration of your application. Applicants must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of the Executive Competencies and TQs necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job but will clearly demonstrate experience in the application of the technical qualifications and competencies to successfully perform the duties of this position at the advertised grade. Such experience is typically in or directly related to the work of the position to be filled. Applicants will be evaluated based on job-related criteria identified under the Qualification Requirements by a selection panel of senior representatives with functional backgrounds relevant to this position. Interviews will be conducted with those applicants whose resume demonstrates the knowledge, skills, or experiences listed in the TQs.

RESUMES MUST NOT EXCEED (2) PAGES. Resumes over the two (2) page limit will not be reviewed and will be disqualified.

Applicants will be evaluated based on job-related criteria identified under the Mandatory Requirements by a screening panel of senior representatives with functional backgrounds relevant to this position. Interviews and additional assessments may be conducted.

1. Copies of this announcement and other general information may be obtained through NGAs Website, OPM's USAJobs, or by calling or 571-557-9477/8465.
2. Joint Duty Credit: All NGA executive level positions require Joint Duty credit. Employees will receive joint duty credit in a majority of service or rotational assignments that were at least at the GS/GG-11 or DCIPS Pay Band 3 level, and generally for at least one year, or for 179 days or more when deployed to a designated combat zone on or after September 11, 2001.
Note: Applicants without Joint Duty credit may apply for the position and can be considered. If selected, a waiver would be required prior to final appointment or provide proof of Joint Dut qualifying experience.

The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, age, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, lawful political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

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