402nd Software Engineering Group Director

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The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time 402nd Software Engineering Group Director (NH-0855/1550-04) to work at Air Force Materiel Command, (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center(AFSC) for the 402nd Software Engineering Group (SWEG/CL) location at Robins Air Force Base, in Warner Robins, Georgia. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.

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Salary Range ($125,776 - $192,331)Yearly with locality pay included

Job Open Date 7/22/2026

Job Close Date 7/29/2026

Who to Apply: All U.S. Citizens

** Relocation incentive may be authorized.

**Telework Status: Eligible for situational Telework based on Supervisor approval and mission requirements.

Director, 402nd Software Engineering Group (402 SWEG)

Are you ready to Lead a premier, high-performing software engineering organization? As a senior executive leader, you will command the development of Mission Critical Computer Resources (MCCR) and Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) software that directly powers the nation's most advanced aerospace and defense systems.

Why Join Us?

- Massive Scale & Impact: Lead and mentor a large organization of technical professionals through subordinate supervisors, directly influencing national defense capabilities.

- Cutting-Edge Mission: Oversee the design, development, and rapid deployment of state-of-the-art avionics and weapon systems software.

- Executive Influence: Serve as the primary advisor and technical expert to senior Air Force leadership and defense agency stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

- Strategic Leadership: Exercise 2nd-level (or higher) managerial authority over the 402 SWEG, driving organizational strategy, professional development, and technical execution.

- Software & Avionics Modernization: Direct the design, modification, and modernization of critical flight software and hardware-in-the-loop test systems.

- Acquisition & Partnerships: Drive lifecycle support for Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) programs and lead strategic workload negotiations with key defense partners.

- Rapid Engineering Support: Serve as the Automatic Test Systems focal point, providing on-site engineering to identify and resolve critical software deficiencies.

Who You Are:

- A proven leader of leaders with a track record of driving technical excellence and managing large organizational budgets and schedules.

- An expert in complex software engineering lifecycles (avionics, high-order/assembly languages, or automated test systems).

- A strategic communicator skilled at translating complex technical issues for executive-level decision-makers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- U.S. Citizenship

- Obtain & maintain a Top Secret security clearance

- This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.

- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft

- Work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid license may be required for the position.

- Subject to recall during non-duty hours, weekends, and holidays to complete proposals and/or resolve software problems

Recruitment Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

1. Professional knowledge of electronics engineering and/or computer science concepts, theories, principles, and

practices and working knowledge of other technical disciplines, such as information technology, aerospace,

industrial, mechanical, and/or electrical engineering; of a broad range of engineering standards, precedents,

methods, and techniques to ensure work in compliance with regulations and standards; and the applicability of

such knowledge to the full range of duties concerned with the development, acquisition, implementation and

sustainment of a cybersecure, digital environment in the depot sustainment activity.

2. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.

3. Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures.

4. Ability to utilize Art of the Possible concepts and initiatives to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization.

5. Knowledge of budgeting, procurement, standard configuration and finding regulations, practices and processes

related to system acquisition and sustainment management functions.

RESUME: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on how to complete the two-page resume is located at ;br>
Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.