Engineering Division Chief

United States Air Force

• $125K — $192K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer registration in one of the 50 states or territories is required.
  • U.S. citizenship is necessary for applicants.
  • Candidates must be current Department of the Air Force (DAF) Federal Employees.
  • Possess sound knowledge of multidisciplinary professional engineering concepts and practices.
  • Experience in program management, financial management, and budgeting principles is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, organize, and oversee Engineering Division activities to meet goals and objectives.
  • Manage personnel, set priorities, and prepare work schedules for subordinate supervisors.
  • Represent the Engineering Division in interactions with various organizations and senior leadership.
  • Develop and maintain working relationships with other base organizations and federal agencies.
  • Implement and define requirements for the Engineering Division to align with mission needs.

Benefits

  • Relocation incentives may be available for new hires.
  • Retention bonuses may be offered to maintain staff.
  • Student loan incentives may be authorized for eligible positions.
Full Job Description
This position is open exclusively to current Department of the Air Force (DAF) Federal Employees. 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 a Full-time Engineering Division Chief (NH-0801-04) to work for Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) for the 78th Air Base Wing (ABW) at Robins Air Force Base located in Warner Robins, GA. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.

This job may close at any time! Apply now!!!

Relocation, Retention and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized.

2026 Salary Range ($125,776 - $192,331) yearly w/ locality

Job Open Date: 9/22/2026

Job Close Date: 10/6/2026

Who may apply: current Department of the Air Force (DAF) Federal Employees

In this position you will exercise third level supervisory and managerial authorities over the Engineering Division in the Civil Engineer Group. 1. Plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the Engineering Division. Develops goals and objectives that integrate program development, project design, construction management, and technical support to other divisions In the oversight of the Base Comprehensive Asset Management Plan(BCAMP) and Base Activity Management Plan (BAMP). 2. Exercises 2nd level (or higher) technical and administrative supervisory personnel management responsibilities for 25% or more during duty time. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinate supervisors/leads, sets and adjusts short and long-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. 3. Represents the Engineering Divisions with a variety of Installation and functional area organizations. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with other base organizations,senior leadership, representatives from Department of Defense (DoDI and other Federal agencies, and related civilian organizations regarding project/program management. 4. Establishes, defines, and Implements requirements for the Engineering Division activities to ensure services and functions are in-line with organizational goals and mission requirements.

Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen

Designated drug testing position

Has education requirements

Obtain & maintain a security clearance

May have extended/other than normal duty hours

Professional registration or license as a Professional Engineer Registered in one of the 50 states or territories is required for this position.

KSAs:

1. Knowledge of a wide range of multidisciplinary professional engineering theories, concepts, principles, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment, as well as knowledge of standard construction and contracting regulations, practices, and procedures.

2. Knowledge of the principles of planning and program management; common business and economic principles, theories, concepts, and procedures; financial management principles and standards; and of the DoD Planning, Programming, and Budgeting System (PPBS).

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

4. Skill in evaluating state-of-the-art scientific and engineering technologies and incorporating into the planning, design, operation, maintenance, repair and upgrade of installation natural/built infrastructure.

5. Ability to analyze, plan, organize, and direct the work operations to meet program requirements and objectives with available resources; and to mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization.

6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with senior officials from a broad array of activities, including federal and local government, and industry.

Additional Position Requirements

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

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

3. Selective Placement Factor: A current professional registration or license as a Professional Engineer in one of the 50 states or territories is required for this position.

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 a resume no more than 2 pages (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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