Skill Demand Index
FAR Part 15 — Demand & Depth Analysis
Based on 1 scored job postings out of 4,995 total. Depth levels reflect actual proficiency tiers, not just keyword presence.
0%
Demand Rate
L1
Median Depth
100%
Gap Rate
1
Jobs Analyzed
Minimal
Most employers want FAR Part 15 at introductory awareness.
Overview
What is FAR Part 15?
Market context for FAR Part 15 in the current job market
FAR Part 15 is required in 0% of scored job postings on ShouldApply, making it a growing skill in the current job market. Employers looking for FAR Part 15 typically want candidates who can demonstrate real proficiency, not just surface awareness.
What the data shows for FAR Part 15:
- •Required in 0% of all scored postings — demand is growing as more employers add it to requirements
- •Employers typically expect L1 depth — foundational knowledge with practical application
- •Most demand comes from Other roles — 100% of all FAR Part 15 jobs
What L1 means in practice:
L1 (Minimal) means you can discuss the concept but haven’t used it in production. Many entry-level positions accept this.
This means employers aren't looking for someone who has used FAR Part 15 once or twice. They want evidence of professional application — shipped work, measurable outcomes, and the ability to operate independently.
Common skill gaps:
The gap rate of 100% means most applicants lack FAR Part 15 at the depth employers need. This is a real opportunity for candidates who invest in building genuine proficiency.
Which roles need FAR Part 15 most:
Other positions drive 100% of demand. Skills commonly paired with FAR Part 15 include MS Office and Supply Chain Mgmt Experience.
Depth Level Distribution
Proficiency Distribution
How candidates match FAR Part 15 requirements across 1 scored evaluations
Average depth: L1.0·Median depth: L1.0
Salary Correlation
Pay Impact
How FAR Part 15 affects compensation based on postings with disclosed salary data
Without FAR Part 15
$140K
Median $133K
1236 jobs
Skill Demand Insight
“FAR Part 15 appears in 0% of all scored jobs.”
From 1 scored job postings
Skill Pairings
Commonly Paired Skills
Other skills that frequently appear alongside FAR Part 15
Role Breakdown
Top Role Categories
Job categories most likely to require FAR Part 15
Gap Analysis
Gap Rate Explained
How often FAR Part 15 is identified as a skill gap (L0–L1) in scored applications
High gap rate — most candidates are underqualified
When FAR Part 15 appears in a job's requirements, 100% of scored applicants received an L0 or L1 (missing or minimal).
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