Technical Competence of Air Force Acquisition Program Managers.
Abstract
This study explored how perceived technical competence of Air Force acquisition program managers is related to academic education and intrinsic technical aptitude. Technical competence was defined as the program manager's ability to assimilate technical program information and effectively factor it into his decision making at a level commensurate with his position. This study also attempted to identify situational facts which might increase the importance of a program manager having a high level of technical competence. Data was collected through personal interviews with officers in AFSC 2996 Program Manager positions and their technical advisors. Key findings were: (1) program manager technical competence is significantly related to educational background; (2) on third of the program managers interviewed do not meet prerequisites for entry into that specialty; (3) System Program Office direction calls for a higher level of technical competence than other 2996 jobs; and (4) technical ability should be a consideration in the new Acquisition Management Career Development Program selection process. Keywords: Theses; Systems management; Military engineers.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA187270
Entities
People
- Kurt A. Miller
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology