Supervisory Electronics Engineer/Supervisory Computer Scientist

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Supervisory Electronics Engineer/Supervisory Computer Scientist (NH-0855/1550-04) to work at Air Force Materiel Command, (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center location in Tinker Air Force Base, OK. 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 ($125,776 - $192,331) Yearly with locality included Job Open Date 10/26//2026 Job Close Date 11/01/2026 Who may apply: All U.S. Citizens Are you a strategic leader who thrives at the intersection of engineering excellence, cutting-edge software solutions, and national defense? The 581st Software Engineering Squadron (581 SWES) is seeking an exceptional senior leader to serve as Flight Chief over Production Flight D (MXDPD). In this pivotal role, you will exercise second-level (and higher) supervisory and managerial authority, spearheading the delivery of vital Automatic Test Station (ATS) and Test Program Set (TPS) software capabilities. Your teams don't just write code and run test benches-they directly sustain the avionics and missile systems that keep U.S. Air Force aircraft combat-ready and victorious in contested environments. If you are ready to guide high-performing technical teams, influence senior executive leadership, and safeguard American air superiority, this is where your leadership matters most. What You Will Accomplish: - As the leader of Production Flight D, you will shape operational strategy, champion innovation, and maintain the readiness of critical national defense assets. In this role, you will: - Lead & Mentor High-Performing Teams: Exercise direct and second-level supervisory authority over subordinate supervisors, team leads, engineers, and technical professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, technical mastery, and continuous growth. - Deliver Mission-Critical Software Solutions: Direct the development, testing, and deployment of cutting-edge Automatic Test Station (ATS) and Test Program Set (TPS) software packages that drive the diagnostic testing and depot-level repair of advanced avionics and missile systems. - Advise Senior Leadership: Serve as the authoritative subject-matter expert and trusted advisor to higher headquarters, executive leadership, and program offices on avionics sustainment health, resource allocations, and strategic modernization roadmaps. - Ensure Uninterrupted Avionics Readiness: Establish and execute strategic flight plans, milestones, and production goals that prevent fleet grounding and bolster uninterrupted war-winning capabilities for the Air Force. - Drive Operational & Engineering Excellence: Optimize engineering workflows, champion modern software assurance and agile practices, and ensure rigorous compliance with Department of Defense quality and cybersecurity standards. You Are a Great Fit If You Are: - An Inspiring Leader of Leaders: Proven experience directing complex technical work through subordinate supervisors and leads, with a track record of building inclusive, motivated, and mission-focused teams. - Technically Astute & Mission-Driven: Passionate about defense avionics, embedded software, automated testing environments, or mission system sustainment. - A Confident Strategic Communicator: Adept at translating complex engineering challenges into clear executive briefings, policy recommendations, and actionable organizational plans. - A Resilient Problem-Solver: Skilled at balancing operational demands, shifting mission priorities, and resource constraints to consistently deliver dependable, high-quality results. - Dedicated to Public Service & National Defense: Motivated by the knowledge that your team's day-to-day work directly protects warfighters and national security worldwide. Why Join the 581st Software Engineering Squadron? Working with the Air Force Civilian Service offers the rare opportunity to tackle complex, state-of-the-art technological challenges with the unmatched stability and comprehensive benefits of federal service: - Comprehensive Federal Benefits: Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB), Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAFEDS), and Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance (FEGLI). - Retirement & Wealth Building: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) defined-benefit pension plus the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with up to 5% government matching. - Work-Life Balance: Generous annual and sick leave accrual, 11 paid federal holidays, and workplace flexibilities in accordance with mission requirements. Impact That Transcends the Bottom Line: Your efforts have an immediate, tangible impact on national security and global defense readiness. Ready to Lead the Future of Air Force Avionics? Take command of your career and lead the engineering teams that keep our nation's aircraft flying, fighting, and winning. Review the qualification requirements below, prepare your federal resume highlighting your supervisory and technical achievements, and submit your application today! QUALIFICATIONS: - U.S. Citizenship -Work requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance. - This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use. - Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft. - Work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid license may be required for the position. - Subject to recall during non-duty hours, weekends, and holidays to complete proposals and/or resolve software problems. - Designated as an acquisition position covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). 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. A professional degree at the bachelor's level from an ABET accredited institution in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or a closely related discipline is highly desired. 3. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. 4. Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures. 5. Ability to utilize AoP concepts and initiatives to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. 6. 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). To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to "Get Career Updates." 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.