The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Supervisory Electronics Engineer/Supervisory Computer Scientist (NH-0855/1550-03) to work at Air Force Materiel Command, (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center located at Hill AFB, 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 like vacancies for the next 120 days

Salary Range ($89,508 - $138,370) Yearly with locality pay included

Job Open Date 8/21/2026

Job Close Date 8/28/2026

Who may apply: All U.S. Citizens

Software Engineering Branch Chief (559 SWES/MXDPB)

Lead the elite engineering team responsible for the brain of the aircraft. As a 1st-level supervisor, you will direct the end-to-end design, integration, testing, and lifecycle sustainment of Operational Flight Program (OFP) software, pilot-evaluation simulations, and hardware-in-the-loop systems that keep Air Force weapon systems lethal and secure.

What you will accomplish:

- "Command the code that defends our skies! This is your opportunity to lead a world-class team of software engineers, drive cutting-edge systems engineering, and directly influence the software architecture powering the nation's premier warfighting aircraft."

- Direct Mission Impact: Own the full software lifecycle (from requirements definition to post-delivery support) for mission-critical flight software and weapon systems.

- Inspire & Guide Talent: Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing engineering branch, instilling accountability and fostering technical excellence.

- Innovation & Modernization: Oversee coding efforts, software enhancements, pilot simulations, and advanced systems integration to field superior capabilities faster.

- Engineering Team Leadership: Exercise 1st-level supervisory authority, directing workloads, guiding personnel, and advising senior leadership on technical progress.

- OFP Design & Integration: Oversee the full spectrum of software design, coding, integration, and testing of system-level flight programs to control weapon systems.

- Sustainment & Issue Resolution: Investigate, cost, and implement rapid software updates to resolve critical deficiencies reported by the operator community.

- Risk & Configuration Governance: Enforce strict software configuration, data management control, and technical risk governance across hardware, software, and ground support tools.

- Direct Field Support: Provide vital, on-site engineering assistance to weapon system operators, ensuring smooth testing and data resolution before and after software deployment.

If you are:

-An experienced engineering leader capable of managing technical teams, delegating complex workloads, and driving rigorous software development standards.

- A software power player with deep expertise in systems engineering, software lifecycles, and Operational Flight Programs (OFPs).

- A collaborative problem solver skilled at mitigating technical risk, analyzing software deficiencies, and partnering with diverse defense stakeholders.

"If you are a high-performing engineering leader ready to step up and direct the software systems that define modern air superiority, this is your next command. Apply today to lead our mission-ready team, drive software innovation, and deliver the technical edge our warfighters rely on!"

QUALIFICATIONS:

- U.S. Citizenship

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

- Employee must be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance.

- Subject to recall during non-duty hours, weekends, and holidays to complete proposals and/or resolve software problems

- Designated as a Acquisition Position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP)

- Required to travel on military and commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty if needed

-Obtain & maintain an appropriate Cyberspace certifications

- Drug testing designated position

Recruitment Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

1. Professional knowledge of electronics engineering and/or computer science concepts, theories, principles, and practices and working knowledge of other disciplines, such as aerospace, industrial, mechanical, and/or electrical engineering; of a broad range of engineering standards, precedents, methods, and techniques to ensure work in compliance with regulations and standards; and the applicability of such knowledge to the full range of duties concerned with design, production, and maintenance of Operational Flight Programs, Automated Test Systems, Test Program Set Software, and other systems used to support the warfighter and weapons systems program offices.

2. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.

3. Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures.

4. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization.

5. Knowledge of budgeting, procurement, standard configuration and finding regulations, practices and processes related to system acquisition and sustainment management functions.

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 and longer than two-pages. 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.