About the Role:

The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) is looking for a Full-Time Safety and Occupational Health Specialist (NH-0018-03) to work at Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) at 412 TW/OL-Plant 42/SE at Air Force Plant 42 in Palmdale, CA.

The purpose of this position is to execute the Air Force Plant 42 Weapons Safety and Occupational Safety/Health Programs. Conducts mishap investigations at the Industrial Plant to find causes and prevent recurrence. Position is located at the 412th Test Wing Operating Location Air Force Plant 42 in Palmdale CA 93550.

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Location: Palmdale, CA (Air Force Plant 42)

Typical 2026 salary range: $104,349 - $161,313/per year (includes locality)

Telework Information: Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework"

Travel Requirements: Up to 25% possible

Incentives:

- This position MAY be eligible for a recruitment/relocation incentive. Specifics will be discussed with the Selecting Official.

- This position MAY be eligible for paid relocation (Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs MAY be paid). Specifics will be discussed with the Selecting Official.

Direct Hire Authority: NO 6-MONTH WAIT! Recently retired and/or retiring from MILITARY service ARE eligible for immediate appointment for AFTC positions. The 180-day waiting period has been waived for AFTC to hire recently retired and/or retiring service members.

Desired Skills:

- Qualified Occupation Safety Specialist

- Ability to attend and pass the Weapons Safety Manager school within 18 months of hire date.

- Ability to perform all Occupational mishap investigations IAW Air Force instruction to conclusion, and the ability to determine the root cause and provide a feasible recommendation to eliminate the likelihood of a repeat occurrence.

Major Duties:

- Must perform a broad range of weapons and occupational safety duties in one or more areas of weapons, occupational and safety.

- Must Perform periodic inspections and evaluations on numerous programs such as high-risk activity programs, supervisory safety training, and emergency/disaster preparedness to deter recurrence and ensures compliance with appropriate occupational safety and health regulations.

- Plan and carry out formal investigations of reportable and non-reportable mishaps involving personal injury accidents, property damage, and cases of occupational illnesses covering a wide range of work operations.

- Review plan and specifications for new construction, major building alterations, and/or changes in installation equipment and monitors project through completion to ensure compliance with safety codes and standards.

- Prepare and/or revise standard local safety instructions and guides such as local supervisory safety guide and unit safety representative guide that are relevant to base employees and current or planned contractor operations.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- U.S. Citizenship (Required)

- 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.

- Must be able to obtain & maintain Secret security clearance

- Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical

- Incumbent is required to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required; Airfield driver's license also required.

- Subject to Temporary Duty assignment for approximately 14 days per year

-Knowledge of numerous established safety and occupational health principles, practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and current legislative issues as they relate to the military installation ground safety program; the requirements, methods, and techniques of accident and mishap investigation, analysis, resolution of normal occupational safety problems/health risks, and formal reporting procedures; and risk assessment methods and techniques for evaluating normal occupational safety and health risks.

- Knowledge of communication techniques, principles, and regulations to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in responding to work related problems and questions.

- Skill in the interpretation of engineering drawings and specifications sufficient to identify hazardous conditions in proposed facilities.

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.

Air Force Civilian Service Employment Benefits:

Paid Time Off:

11 Federal Holidays each year

13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative)

Paid Vacation Time:

13-26 days per year based on length of employment

Health Insurance:

No waiting period to qualify for you and your family

Retirement:

Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)

Basic Benefits Plan

Social Security:

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), like a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)

Health & Wellness:

Various Medical

Flexible Spending Account

Federal Long Term Care Insurance, and Life & Disability Insurance

Work/Life Balance:

Family and Medical Leave Act

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Work Arrangements (dependent on position)

Career Development:

Tuition Assistance & Professional Development opportunities

Career enhancement and promotion opportunities

To learn more about our benefits, please check out the AFTC Benefits Trifold at https://simplebooklet.com/260902aftcbenefitstrifold

Federal Resume Tips:

Resumes limited to two pages. Federal agencies now only accept resumes up to two pages in length.

Learn more about the new resume requirements at:

https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include

https://afciviliancareers.com/PDF/FederalResumeWriting.pdf

Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Classification & Qualifications for Federal Government Employees:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/

Please visit the Air Force Test Center job board to view other career opportunities:

https://www.aftc.af.mil/About-Us/Jobs/