Division Chief, Engineering

The Air Force Civilian Service

$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of senior leadership experience in engineering or related fields.
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required.
  • Bachelor's degree in professional engineering from an ABET-accredited institution; advanced degrees preferred.
  • In-depth knowledge of military operational structures and systems acquisition processes.
  • Expertise in system lifecycle management and modern technologies, including AI/ML and cloud computing.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a division of technology experts focused on advanced military engineering.
  • Architect future warfighting capabilities through innovative technology solutions.
  • Oversee the entire system lifecycle from concept to integration of N2C4 systems.
  • Drive initiatives for the development and deployment of cutting-edge military capabilities.
  • Evaluate and implement advancements in engineering principles and practices.

Benefits

  • Recruitment bonuses may be available based on eligibility.
  • Relocation incentives available for qualifying candidates.
  • Participation in a veteran-friendly environment with support for military personnel.
  • Opportunity to work on mission-critical systems impacting national security.
Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a full-time Division Chief, Engineering, GG-0854-15, located at the Chief, Future Operations & Plans Division at Offutt AFB, Bellevue, NE.

Recruitment Bonus and Relocation incentives may be available based on eligibility.

This position is a Cyber Excepted Service (CES) position aligned under authorities of Section 1599f of Title 10, United States Code and DoD Instruction 1400.25-V3007.

In this position, you will lead a division of technology experts as the Chief Engineer for USSTRATCOM's J6 Future Operations and Plans. As the technical authority for mission-critical National and Nuclear Command, Control, Communications, and Computer (N2C4) systems, you will architect the future of warfighting. You will oversee the entire system lifecycle, from requirements and secure design to the integration of complex solutions. Drive innovation leveraging AI/ML and cloud technologies to deliver cutting-edge capabilities.

U.S. Citizenship

Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI Clearance

This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program

A professional engineering degree at the bachelor's level from an ABET accredited institution is highly desired. An advanced engineering degree, such as a Masters or PhD is preferred.

Knowledge of a wide range of advanced multidisciplinary professional engineering and architectural concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, equipment, and of system engineering and efforts required to achieve and preserve operational safety, suitability, and effectiveness in systems or end-items.

Knowledge of the policies, guidance, procedures, roles, functions, organizational structure, and operation of the DoD, JS, Services, USSTRATCOM, and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence systems acquisition, development, and/or sustainment; and knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting cycles, financial systems, and restrictions on expenditure of funds.

Knowledge of and skill in evaluating state-of-the-art and advancements in theory, application, technology, and policy affecting systems being developed, and in planning, organizing, and directing the functions and staff in critical aspects of development, production, and/or support of systems, subsystems, or equipment.

Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures.

Educational Requirements:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf

Desired Experience: Advanced Systems Design, System Integration, System Design, Strategic Decision-Making, Requirements, Risk Management, Root-Cause Analysis, Technical Leadership, Architecture, Data Center Engineering, Cloud Architecture

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