About the Role:

The Air Force Test Center is looking for a Full-Time Position Supervisory Computer

Scientist (NH-1550-03) to work at the 412 Test Wing, 412 Electronics Warfare Group, 445 Test Squadron (445TS/EWJI) at Edwards Air Force Base.

To serve as a first-level supervisor, managing the Systems Development and Integration team by applying technical expertise and professional engineering to modeling and simulation systems that support developmental and operational test and evaluation (DT&E and OT&E) programs. The team conducts technology exploration, experimentation, and early prototyping, developing software modules that streamline Digital Test and Training Range (DTTR) operations and advance digital test and training capabilities. In addition, the team configures and integrates the battlespace environment, computing infrastructure, ownship, and facility systems to deliver a coherent, mission-ready simulation environment. These software systems includes algorithms for navigation, ordnance targeting and delivery, flight controls, energy & propulsion management, communications, sensor imaging, and target locations and identification.

APPLY NOW! THIS JOB CAN CLOSE AT ANY TIME!

Location: Edwards, CA (Edwards Air Force Base)

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

If your current basic salary is within the band, but above the stated Value of Position (VOP), your basic salary will not be reduced if you are selected for the position.

Telework Information: Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and Office of Personnel Management (OPM) prescribed "Unscheduled Telework"

Travel Requirements: Up to 25% travel 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.
• This position MAY be eligible for a Student Loan Repayment (SLR) incentive. 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:

- 3+ years leading technical teams2 years of flight test experience desired

- 3+ years managing complex technical projects

- 5+ years performing software development in operational or enterprise environments

Major Duties:

- Oversees the operation and management of Self-Assessment,Exercise, and Inspection programs

- Participates in employee and labor management matters with seniorHR professionals

- Manages the Civilian Recognition program

- Delivers presentations on program status to leadership, including,accomplishments, solutions, and future requirements for support

Qualifications/Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship

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.

Obtain & maintain Top-Secret security clearance

This is a designated Drug Testing Position

Education Requirements: (Check OPM Quals Standard and Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR)

DAWIA Certification

Ability to program in multiple computer languages and protocols; integrate/manipulate models; and design, implement, and troubleshoot distributed computer networks supporting virtual and constructive simulation of air vehicle navigation, flight controls, communications, sensor operations, command & control, and target engagement.

Knowledge of concepts, principles, and techniques across multiple interrelated technical and test disciplines to include one or more of the following: object-oriented software design principles, integrated development environments, software deficiency troubleshooting, high-performance aircraft flight sciences, avionics, armament, electronic warfare systems, command & control systems, cyber, space & information operations capabilities, datalinks, and related subsystems.

General knowledge of one or more of the following platform types: combat air vehicles, RF/IR sensors, and weapons; experience working in some or all of following Test & Evaluation disciplines: flight test conduct, coordination and supervision, data collection, reduction, storage, analysis & evaluation procedures, application of flight test truth sources, use of modeling and simulation systems and techniques, generation of technical reports, and administrative aspects of flight test programs.

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/