This requirement supports Air Force fighter squadrons in Air Combat Command (ACC), Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), Pacific Air Forces (PACAF), United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA), and other MAJCOMs as needed. The Chief of Staff of the Air Force, noting a shortage of fighter aircrew due to suboptimal retention, directed a task force to investigate the causes of premature departures. One key issue identified was pain and disability from neck and back injuries caused by the extreme physical demands of flying fighters. Aircrew surveys from 2020 to 2024 indicate up to 99% of fighter pilots experience flying related spinal pain during their careers. These issues—affecting the neck, upper back, and lower back— impact cockpit performance, daily activities, readiness, and retention. Additionally, as the U.S. Air Force continues to prepare for conflict against peer competitors, our Warfighters face increasing cognitive performance demand, driven by rapidly advancing technologies leveraged both by allies and adversaries. Effective integration of physical and cognitive performance training is required for success in complex, denied environments. The OHWS program addresses these concerns by preparing aircrew for the unique demands of fighter operations. Additionally, Government Accountability Office (GAO) reports estimate replacement costs exceed $10M per pilot, reinforcing the high return on investment for OHWS services in improving retention and readiness.
Purpose and Overall Objective:
The Contractor shall provide both personal and non-personal services, equipment, and other items and services necessary to meet mission requirements as defined in this Task Order (TO). The Contractor shall perform to the standards specified in this contract. The objective will be accomplished by increasing the physical and mental capacity of fighter aircrew, decreasing the rate of injuries, and accelerating return to duty. Contractor personnel shall collaborate with active duty (AD), Air National Guard (ANG), and Air Force Reserve Component (AFRC) fighter aircrew to optimize physical and mental performance with a focus on neck and back pain prevention while monitoring, analyzing, and resolving associated musculoskeletal (MSK) physical readiness concerns.
Security Clearances:
All tasks in this PWS will be conducted at the UNCLASSIFIED level. All Contract employees shall have a favorable Tier 3 (T3) security investigation resulting access to Secret information via briefings. Contract employees receiving unfavorable T3 security investigations shall not be employed under this contract.
U.S. Citizenship:
Employee must be a U.S. citizen. For the purpose of base and network access, possession of a permanent resident card (“Green Card”) does not equate to U.S. citizenship.
OCONUS (Outside of contiguous United States) Locations:
Contractor personnel performing OCONUS duties must comply with the Department of Defense Foreign Clearance Guide (FCG), which serves as the primary source for all travel, visa, and entry requirements for each host nation. Contractors are responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) provisions, host nation agreements, and local laws, including force protection and security policies.
Specific Duty Hours:
Normal duty hours are 0800-1700, Monday through Friday, hours may be flexible to meet mission requirements as pre-approved in writing by the Government. Permanent changes to the duty hours will be approved by the Government only.
Mandatory Qualifications:
Required Experience:
Possess 7+ years of professional experience in database administration, including leading IT projects and implementing enterprise-wide database solutions. Must have expertise in disaster recovery, backup procedures, and data security best practices. Requires knowledge of the Government IT Certification and Accreditation process and compliance frameworks. Must be proficient in IT project management, stakeholder coordination, and database integration within complex environments. Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, along with enterprise communication tools, are required.
Required Education:
Must meet minimum requirements per the assigned workforce role 421 – Database Administrator in the intermediate proficiency level IAW DoDM 8140.03 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program.
Required Certification:
Must meet minimum requirements per the assigned workforce role 421 – Database Administrator in the intermediate proficiency level IAW DoDM 8140.03 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program. AND Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent IT Project management certification.
The Database Administrator/Project Manager (IT) shall perform all required tasks and possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as defined in the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) for the Database Administrator role at the intermediate proficiency level (DoDM 8140.03).
Administer databases and data management systems, ensuring the secure storage, organization, and accessibility of data for OHWS program operations.
Implement and maintain data security controls, including backup and recovery procedures, to ensure data integrity and availability.
Optimize database performance, analyze data capacity requirements, and recommend new database technologies and architectures to meet evolving program needs.
Install, configure, and maintain database management systems and software, ensuring compatibility and interoperability with existing OHWS systems.
Develop and implement data standardization policies and procedures in accordance with relevant DoD and Air Force guidelines.
Collaborate with OHWS team members, government stakeholders, and career field leaders to collect, analyze, and present data requirements for program improvement.
Oversee support team contractors responsible for specific software programs, ensuring adherence to contract requirements and performance standards.
Provide technical guidance and coaching to end-users, coaches, and managers on the effective use of OHWS technology and data resources.
Manage IT projects related to OHWS, including assembling and coordinating technical review teams, facilitating problem-solving, and managing project scope, schedule, and costs.
Prepare and present reports, briefings, and technical documentation to communicate project status, results, and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
Identify and document programmatic risks, implementing approved mitigation strategies to minimize potential impacts on program performance.
Assist in developing departmental plans, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures related to OHWS data management and IT operations