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Space and Counterspace Intelligence Production Manager, NSIC

United States Space Force Forces ยท Department of the Air Force
๐Ÿ“ Dayton, Ohio GG-12 $91,922 - $119,504/yr
Posted: Feb 24, 2026 Deadline: Mar 3, 2026 (Closed days left)

About This Position

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Qualifications

The 0132 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.

Major Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Wright-Patterson AFB, Dayton, Ohio is searching for a Space and Counterspace Intelligence Production Manager for NSIC (GG-0132-12). Description: This position will be one of three National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC) squadron-level Space and Counterspace Intelligence Production Managers (PM); these PMs will work directly for NSIC squadrons, namely the First Intelligence Analysis (1 IAS) Squadron, the Third Intelligence Analysis Squadron (3 IAS), and the Fourth Intelligence Analysis Squadron (4 IAS), on a team of PMs. This role serves as a contact for all incoming production or collection requirements and Requests for Information (RFIs) on behalf of the squadron.

The responsibilities of the squadron intelligence PM include evaluation of complex space and counterspace requirements for production or collection in support of the customer, determination of the squadron's approach to support the customer requirement for collection or production consistent with the squadron's overall programs, and administration of the squadron's implementation of knowledge management tools, processes and procedures in collaboration with the NSIC production management team, which is responsible for NSIC intelligence and operations. The PM validates that the requirements are not redundant and meet minimum criteria established by NSIC for acceptance and prioritization, and adjudicates actions between authorized customers and the Service or Joint Command Center. The PM engages with the squadron's Director of Analysis (DA), Director of Operations (DO), and the Squadron Director or Commander as well as with NSIC production management team to accomplish the completion of intelligence and collection requirements, intelligence production, and analysis across the squadron.

The PM tasks incoming Production Requirements (PRs), collection requirements, RFIs, and Tasks for Record (TFRs) to the appropriate office, engages with other PMs or collection managers, and disseminates responses to customers. The PM implements the squadron's use of and business rules for production and requirements management tools. The PM publishes NSIC intelligence productions via Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE) tools and migrates the products to the appropriate networks.

The PM works with NSIC production management team to curate NSIC intelligence products on web portals and landing pages. The PM prepares and maintains key performance indicators on squadron intelligence production. Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will possess: Intelligence Community (IC) production management or collection requirements experience, knowledge of or experience with space and counterspace intelligence analysis or collection requirements, skilled ability to coordinate and collaborate within the IC on projects or requirements, and a technical knowledge of IC production/requirements processes, tools, and systems.

Key Skills and Abilities: 1. Knowledge of intelligence community policies, entities, missions, resources, operations, capabilities and requirements to perform intelligence research and operations planning, collection, target analysis and/or other intelligence-related activities.

  1. Knowledge of the principles, concepts and methodologies of intelligence operations, research, analysis and integration; and skill in analysis/production of reports and other products in response to the specific needs of customers to include formulating, gathering, organizing and analyzing information; resolving conflicts; and presenting clear and concise findings.
  2. Skill in conducting unbiased, difficult research, identify appropriate available systems/data sources, and produce collections requirements assessments that answer specific tasks to link and leverage agency capabilities and to develop new methods, approaches, or procedures.
  3. Skill in analysis and production of reports and other products that respond to specific needs of customers to include formulating, gathering, organizing and analyzing information; and presenting clear and concise findings.
  4. Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, in working out solutions to problems or questions related to the work, writing clear and concise intelligence products, and delivering written and/or verbal presentations.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here: Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted.

If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

Additional Information

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How to Apply

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Required Documents

Resume: You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts.

You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy.

Your resume must provide: Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information: Job title Detailed duties and accomplishments Employer's name and address Supervisor's name and phone number Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.) Hours per week Salary, if applicable Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Space and Counterspace Intelligence Production Manager, NSIC position at United States Space Force Forces?
The salary range for this position is $91,922 - $119,504/yr. This is a GG-12 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the Space and Counterspace Intelligence Production Manager, NSIC job located?
This position is located in Dayton, Ohio. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
The 0132 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Mar 3, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
Yes, a Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance is required.
What does GG-12 mean?
GG-12 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.