ELECTRONICS ENGINEER

United States Air Force

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

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Must obtain and maintain Security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited program is preferred
  • Valid driver's license may be required for driving duties
  • This may be a designated Drug Testing Position
  • Ability to work varied hours, including overtime and shifts
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical if applicable

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a professional electronics engineer with project management responsibilities
  • Provide technical leadership for electronics engineering projects
  • Guide and evaluate the design and development activities of team members
  • Ensure project and program success in assigned areas
  • Develop, execute, and advise on engineering projects
  • Conduct testing and evaluation for engineering concepts and designs
  • Plan, design, and troubleshoot electronic systems

Benefits

  • Recruitment, relocation, and retention incentives may be authorized
  • Potential for additional training opportunities
  • Possibility for travel to various installations for mission purposes
  • Work alongside experienced professionals in the field
  • Engage in a mission-driven environment focusing on public service
Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time ELECTRONICS ENGINEER, NH-0855-03, to work at the Air Force Materiel Command, (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) in the Ogden Air Logistics Complex (OO-ALC) with 309 MXSG at HILL AIR FORCE BASE located in LAYTON, UT. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.

This job may close at any time! APPLY NOW!!!

Recruitment, Relocation, Retention and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized.

Roster may be used to fill vacancies Complex wide for the next 90 days.

This position will be used to fill multiple shifts (day, swing and grave).

2026 Salary Range: ($89,508-138,370) / Yearly with locality

Job Open Date: 09/02/2026

Job Close Date: 09/17/2026

Who May Apply: All U.S. Citizens

The primary purpose of this position is: to serve as a professional electronics engineer with project management, execution, and operational responsibility in assigned area(s). Considered the technical expert for the organization in electronics engineering assignments concerning (insert functional area - i.e., Electronic Warfare Systems); employee provides technical leadership and management to ensure project/program success. Work encompasses several phases of the development process in which the employee guides and evaluates the design and development activities of others.

Qualifications:

- U.S. Citizenship

- Obtain & maintain Security clearance

- An engineering degree at the bachelor's level from an institution with an ABET accredited program in Electronic Engineering or a closely related field is highly desired.

-The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required for the position.

- This may be a designated Drug Testing Position

- Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical (if applicable)

- The employee may be required to work extended or other than normal duty hours to include overtime, and/or days, swings, or owl shifts.

- The employee may be required to work during base exercises, contingencies or emergency situations.

- The employee may occasionally travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft IAW Joint Travel Regulations to other government installations, contractor facilities, or other commercial Locations for both training and mission accomplishment.

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.

6. 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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