Senior Aviation Advisor – Libya External Office

Quick Summary

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), is seeking a Senior Aviation Advisor for its Libya External Office (LEO). This is a Personal Services Contractor (PSC) opportunity for a U.S. citizen, designated as a remote position within the United States, requiring significant travel to Malta, Tunisia, and Libya. The role involves providing aviation support, program implementation, contract oversight, and evaluation for DOS-funded aviation transportation services. The position is compensated at a GS-14 equivalent salary level. Proposals are due by March 5, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.

Scope of Work

The Senior Aviation Advisor will serve as the senior in-country aviation advisor and Government Technical Monitor (GTM) for the U.S. Mission to Libya. Key responsibilities include providing oversight and guidance for fixed-wing operations, maintenance, and logistics; interfacing with embassy stakeholders; drafting Aviation Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); optimizing passenger/cargo scheduling; coordinating with other agencies; evaluating contractor performance; submitting regular reports; directing aircraft and personnel deployments; and developing operational tactics and training procedures. The LEO Air program utilizes a DHC-8 aircraft for transportation of COM personnel and cargo, and may also support tactical site surveys, Search and Rescue (SAR), Quick Reaction Force (QRF) transport, and medical evacuations.

Contract & Timeline

• Contract Type: Personal Services Contract (PSC)
• Duration: 12 months from award, with four (4) optional one-year extensions.
• Salary Level: GS-14 equivalent (based on OPM locality pay for home of record).
• Set-Aside: None specified (open to qualified U.S. citizens).
• Issuance Date: February 19, 2026
• Closing Date: March 5, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
• Solicitation Number: PSC-26-008-INL

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be U.S. citizens eligible for a Top Secret security clearance. Required experience includes designation as a Military aviator OR a minimum of ten (10) years of commercial aviation management experience (including hostile environments), senior-level aviation management, interagency/international coordination, in-depth fixed-wing tactical employment knowledge, broad knowledge of aviation plans/policies, and specialized pilot skills.

Evaluation Factors

Offerors will be evaluated on three factors (70 points total) and an interview (30 points), with professional references assessed on a Pass/Fail basis:

• Factor 1 (25 points): Aviation Program Officer experience, including stakeholder interface, resource allocation, fleet management, and developing operational systems. North Africa region experience is preferred.
• Factor 2 (20 points): Contract Oversight experience, covering contractor performance evaluation, compliance, and operational direction.
• Factor 3 (25 points): Operational Tactics, Techniques, & Procedures development for emerging missions and passenger/cargo handling.

Submission Requirements

Proposals must not exceed 20 pages and should include:

1. Form SF 171 (Completed and signed).
2. A complete resume detailing experience, dates, locations, and hours worked.
3. An Evaluation Factor document specifically addressing each factor, limited to 500 words per factor.
4. Three (3) professional references (current/previous supervisors).

One PDF attachment is highly recommended. Incomplete or late offers will not be considered. Submissions must be emailed to ChittumDA@state.gov.

Additional Notes

This position is 100% remote when not deployed for missions. Required training includes the Contracting Officer's Representative (PA296) course and the Foreign Affairs Counter-Threat (FACT) Course (CT650).