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The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Electronics Engineer (NH-0855-03) to work at Air Force Materiel Command, (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center location at Peterson Space Force Base, CO. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.
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Recruitment, Relocation, Retention and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized.
Roster may be used to fill like vacancies for the next 120 days
Pay ($91,870 - $142,022) Yearly with locality pay included
Job Open Date 10/15/2026
Job Close Date 10/29/2026
Who may apply: All U.S. Citizens
Serve as the principal Electronics Engineering authority and Project Lead driving high-consequence space defense technology. Operating at the Peterson Space Force Base (SFB) complex, you will provide critical, organic software engineering support services directly to Space Systems Program Offices, guiding multi-phase developmental projects that keep our nation's space domain secure.
What you will accomplished:
- Command the Ultimate High Ground: Act as the recognized space systems technical expert for the organization, directly influencing the design, integration, and deployment of software powering vital satellite, radar, and space command enclaves.
- Lead & Mentor Top-Tier Engineers: Guide and evaluate the design, development, and testing activities of multi-disciplinary engineering teams throughout several phases of the software lifecycle.
- Direct Space Force Program Liaison: Serve as a high-visibility technical leader and strategic liaison working hand-in-hand with Space Systems Program Offices to solve complex aerospace challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
- Technical Project Management: Provide operational oversight, execution, and management of specialized electronics and software engineering projects to ensure total program success.
- Organic Space Software Engineering: Deliver local, expert-level systems engineering and software sustainment services tailored to the Peterson SFB complex's mission partners.
- Design & Development Evaluation: Oversee, review, and refine the hardware-in-the-loop and software design activities of other engineers, maintaining rigorous safety and operational standards.
- Strategic Advisory Support: Advise program managers, joint-agency officials, and space commanders on system integration, technical risks, and technology transition roadmaps.
If you are:
- A professional Electronics Engineer with a proven track record of managing technical projects and guiding complex hardware/software development lifecycles.
- A space systems technical expert experienced in orbital mechanics software, telemetry, ground systems, radar networks, or embedded aerospace electronics.
- A collaborative team mentor skilled at reviewing code, evaluating technical designs, and coordinating with diverse military and civilian stakeholders.
Join Our Mission & Secure the High Ground!
"Space is our nation's most critical frontier, and software is the shield that protects it. Bring your engineering leadership and technical vision to a premier defense command where your contributions directly secure our orbit. Apply today to lead high-impact space systems development, mentor a talented engineering team, and advance the future of defense technology!"
QUALIFICATIONS:
- U.S. Citizenship
- May occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
- Obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance
- Designated as a Acquisition Position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP)
Recruitment Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of professional electronics engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment to effectively apply advanced engineering theories, principles, and concepts to project development, execution, and advisory services.
2. Knowledge of development testing and evaluation sufficient to apply experimental theories and new applications to issues and provide technical advice and direction in support of weapon systems, subsystems, and/or support equipment.
3. Knowledge of integrated air-vehicles, ground systems, and support equipment sufficient to plan, design, test, troubleshoot, evaluate, and oversee the development and/or sustainment of electronic systems or devices.
4. Knowledge of the principles of planning and program management; standard acquisition regulations, practices, and procedures; and other engineering disciplines.
5. Ability to devise and evaluate criteria, parameters, characteristics, and interrelationships for design approaches, and to assess the impact of new technology on current systems and processes.
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 and longer than two-pages. 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.
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- Dice Id: 80183429
- Position Id: e3203361967aa19ee5048705c16f02c5
- Posted 16 hours ago
