Aerospace Engineer

The Air Force Civilian Service

$89K — $138K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited institution
  • Professional engineering degree required for the position
  • Ability to achieve APDP certification within specified grace period
  • Knowledge of aerospace engineering concepts and related standards
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written

Responsibilities

  • Perform aerospace engineering work focused on weapon systems and support equipment
  • Act as the technical specialist in design and development engineering
  • Conduct complex analyses to document and develop projects
  • Serve as a consultant to senior officials and subject matter specialists
  • Plan and oversee development and sustainment of aerospace vehicles and systems

Benefits

  • Participation in the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP)
  • Opportunity for continuous learning with required points every 24 months
  • Professional growth within the Air Force Civilian Service
  • Work in a pivotal role at a renowned military installation
Full Job Description
This position is open exclusively to current Department of War (DoW) Federal Employees with no Permanent Change of Station (PCS). Applicants must submit their most recent SF50 to verify eligibility. Applications without the required SF50 and other supporting documents will be considered incomplete and will not be forwarded for consideration.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for Full-Time Aerospace Engineer (NH-0861-03) to work at Air Force Materiel Command in the 448th Supply Chain Management Wing (448 SCMW) at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.

This position can close at any time. Apply Now!

2026 Salary Range: $89,508-$138,370 including locality pay

Posting Open: 15 Jul 26

Posting Close: 29 Jul 26

Who May Apply: Current Department of War (DoW) Civilian Employees. No PCS.

In this position you will perform professional aerospace engineering work involved in the application of advanced theories, concepts, principles, and processes to the acquisition, development, or sustainment of weapon systems, subsystems, and/or support equipment. Functions as the organization's technical specialist in design and development engineering for critical systems and subsystems. Performs complex and comprehensive analysis and uses systematic, disciplined, quantifiable approaches to implement, develop, and document projects. Serves as a consultant and technical expert to senior subject matter specialists, agency and/or DoW officials responsible for broad program operations.

Requirements:

A professional engineering degree at the bachelor's level from an ABET accredited institution in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline is required.

This position has been designated as an Non-Critical Acquisition Position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). This position has been designated as a Non-Critical Acquisition Position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The selectee must meet or be capable of achieving the APDP certification as designated on the position description within the defined grace period for that certification level after assignment. This position also requires the employee to engage in acquisition continuous learning activities achieving 80 Continuous Learning points every 24 months.

Recruitment Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of professional aerospace 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.

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.

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 aerospace vehicles, systems, equipment, and components.

Knowledge of other engineering disciplines and standard acquisition regulations, practices, and procedures.

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.

Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in a professional manner with peers, management, contractors, academia, and other agencies.

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 https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit.

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.

Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF Form) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).

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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.

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