Museum Curator, Space Launch Delta 45

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is searching for a Museum Curator (NH-1015-02, GS 5-11 equivalent)).

Description:

The Cape Canaveral Space Force Museum preserves the hardware and spirit of America’s ventures into space. It collects, restores, preserves, and interprets the rich history of America’s space and missile programs. Since 1966 the Museum has introduced millions of visitors to the history of Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Patrick Space Force Base, and the Eastern Range. The Museum shares this history with diverse audiences through a wide array of outreach initiatives. Through contemporary collecting and future expansion planning, the Museum continues to interpret the expanding story of the U.S. Space Force through time and space.

The Museum Curator should be able to coordinate and execute a variety of projects for the Museum in a timely manner and with a keen eye to detail. They need to support every facet of artifact collections management, from research and documentation to acquisition, accession, and presentation. Exhibit development and facility management are also essential oversight functions of the position. The Museum Curator must also present the history of America’s space and missile programs through tours, briefings, and community speaking events to diverse audiences. They will assist in managing the museum archives and reference library, as well as provide guidance for the Museum Volunteer Association.

Key Skills and Abilities:

1. Demonstrated accomplishments as a museum professional.

2. Knowledge of industry standards within the museum field, especially in regard to artifact collections management.

3. Capability of delivering results within Department of Air Force (DAF) Heritage Program regulations, policies, and standards.

4. Knowledge of aerospace history and USAF/USSF influence on aeronautical history.

5. Ability to communicate in an effective and engaging way.

6. Familiar with Microsoft Suite, relational databases, and design software.

7. Knowledge of exhibit planning, development, and installation techniques.

Ideal candidate:

• Forward-thinking, problem-solving, solution-oriented, team player, with strong research and writing skills

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred in history, public history, museum studies, or similar field

• Professional museum experience desired

• Adaptable to varied work environments and evolving schedules

• Ability to take initiative and work independently

Requirements:

1. Must be a U.S Citizen.

2. Work may occasionally require travel away from normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.

3. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

4. This position is eligible for situational telework (2-4 days per pay period).

5. PCS and incentives are not authorized.

6. Position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications.

Organization:

The United States Space Force (USSF) is a military service that organizes, trains, and equips military members and civilians to protect U.S. and allied interests in space and provide space capabilities to the joint force. USSF responsibilities include developing Guardians, acquiring military space systems, maturing the military doctrine for space power, and organizing space forces to present to our Combatant Commands (CCMDs).

The strategic importance of space can’t be overstated. Political and humanitarian interests as well as commercial concerns vital to the world economy all rely on space-based systems. Launched in 2019 as the nation’s sixth and newest military branch, the USSF was created to protect the interests and assets of America and its allies in this heavily contested realm. The Department of Defense relies on satellites and advanced space-based technology for secure communications, navigation, real-time reconnaissance, precision targeting on the battlefield, early warning of potential missile launches, and even weather forecasting. Guardians and civilians of the USSF are challenged every day to reach new heights in protecting and amplifying these space-based capabilities and defending our way of life by maintaining our edge in space.

The Space Force wants to attract talent with the character and potential to excel, empower them with information and choices, and develop them in line with their desires and the Space Force’s needs to create a high-performing organization necessary to secure and defend space. Please review the new Guardian Ideal to learn more about the new talent culture within the new U.S. Space Force, as we have a chance to make history and rewrite some of the rules—we hope you are excited about the opportunities this will present!

https://www.spaceforce.mil/News/Article/2782534/cso-unveils-guardian-ideal-space-force-values-at-afa/