Supervisory Computer Engineer

The Air Force Civilian Service

$108K — $130K *
Tampa, FL 33647In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship required.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, electronics engineering, or mathematics; master's degree preferred.
  • Experience in research, development, and delivery of AI, ML, and Data Science initiatives.
  • Professional mastery in engineering, mathematics, statistical analysis, or modeling.
  • Must obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the supervision of engineering projects and teams at McDill AFB.
  • Oversee the development, implementation, and management of advanced technology initiatives.
  • Analyze program requirements and allocate resources efficiently.
  • Produce comprehensive reports and presentations for senior management.
  • Advocate for innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.

Benefits

  • Mission essential position with high levels of responsibility and impact.
  • Opportunity to work at a significant military installation in Tampa, FL.
  • Engagement with cutting-edge technology and research initiatives.
  • Support for professional growth in a structured government environment.
  • Ability to influence key national defense programs and initiatives.
Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for full-time Computer Engineer (Supervisory) position, GS-15 at McDill AFB in Tampa, FL.

This is an interdisciplinary position and may be filled by qualified candidates in the following occupations: Supervisory Computer Engineer, GS-0854-15; Supervisory Electronics Engineer, GS-0855-15; Supervisory Operations Research Analyst, GS-1515-15; and Supervisory Computer Scientist GS-1550-15.

Qualifications/Requirements:

U.S. Citizenships Required.

This is a designated Drug Testing Position.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.

Must have a bachelor's degree in a related discipline such as computer or electronics engineering, computer science, or mathematics. A master's degree in a technical related field is highly desired.

This is a Mission Essential and Key Position; Active Guard and Reserve personnel may not be considered. Personnel on Ready Reserve status must be removed from status.

Previous government or private sector experience with research, development and delivery of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Data Science initiatives is highly desired.

Professional knowledge and mastery of a broad range of engineering, mathematics, statistical analysis, modeling/simulation, and/or other scientific concepts, principles, standards, methods, techniques, practices, and procedures.

Knowledge of agency, AF, DoD and national-level doctrine, regulations, policies, guidelines, requirements, and initiatives related to assigned program(s) and/or project(s).

Ability to effectively organize and analyze information; produce authoritative reports, position papers, and briefings that are responsive to the specific needs of commanders and senior management officials; present clear and concise findings; and effectively advocate for a position.

Skill, judgment, resourcefulness, originality, and ability to foresee the impact of changing technology and in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to identify, investigate, and resolve complex issues or problems.

Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Click the apply button to complete an application and upload your two-page resume to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit https://afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/.

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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.

U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age.

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