Supervisory General Engineer

The Air Force Civilian Service

$125K — $192K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
  • Knowledge of advanced multidisciplinary engineering concepts and techniques.
  • Understanding of the DoD, Air Force roles, and acquisition processes.
  • Skill in evaluating technological advancements related to system development.
  • Expertise in safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations.
  • Ability to lead, mentor, and manage engineering teams effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical and analytical engineering support for the Air Force mission.
  • Manage and coordinate engineering efforts across multiple operating locations.
  • Oversee support for 36 weapon systems and various engineering disciplines.
  • Collaborate with engineers and scientists to address complex technical challenges.
  • Ensure cost-effective engineering management; maintain quality standards.
  • Establish effective working relationships with various stakeholders.
  • Lead the planning and execution of specialized engineering programs.

Benefits

  • Recruitment, relocation, and retention incentives may be available.
  • Comprehensive benefits package offered for federal employment.
  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
  • Engagement in mission-critical projects and initiatives within the DoD.
  • Work with a diverse team of professionals in a dynamic environment.
Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Supervisory General Engineer (NH-0801-04) to work for Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) in the 448th Supply Chain Management Wing within the Air Force Sustainment Center, located at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits. This job may close at any time! Apply now!!! Recruitment, Relocation, Retention incentives may be considered. 2026 Salary Range ($125,774 - $192,331) yearly w/ locality Job Open Date: 14 Jul 2026 Job Close Date: 24 Jul 2026 Who may apply: All U.S. Citizens Primary Duty The primary purpose of this position is to provide the engineering technical and analytical expertise to support the AF mission to "fly, fight and win in [the] air, space and cyberspace" while ensuring cost effective engineering management. Supports approx. 250 engineers and scientists and 3 Directors of Engineering (DOE) assigned to 3 Operating Locations (OL) sustaining 36 weapon systems spanning 27 engine lines; Space and Command, Control, Communications & Intelligence (C3I) systems; Navigation & Communications systems, Landing Gear, Secondary Power Systems, ICBMs, Avionics, Electronic Countermeasures, Ground Support Systems and ATE, Special Mission, and nuclear-related equipment worldwide. Additional Position Requirements: 1. An engineering degree at the bachelor's level from an institution with an ABET accredited program in Engineering or a closely related field is highly desired. 2. Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft. 3. The work requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance. 4. This position may be designated as an acquisition position covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). REQUIREMENTS: • U.S. Citizenship • Obtain & maintain a Security clearance KSAs (3-4 required) 1. Knowledge of a wide range of advanced multidisciplinary professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, and techniques to apply experimental theories and new developments to problems not susceptible to treatment by accepted methods, and to plan and execute specialized programs of marked difficulty, responsibility, and significance. 2. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structure, and operation of the DoD, Air Force, and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence systems acquisition, development, and/or sustainment; and knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting cycles, financial systems, and restrictions on expenditure of funds. 3. Knowledge of and skill in evaluating state-of-the-art and advancements in theory, application, technology, and policy affecting systems being developed, and in planning, organizing, and directing the functions and staff in critical aspects of development, production, and/or support of systems, subsystems, or equipment. 4. Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures. 5. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, building consensus and coalitions, negotiating, and resolving conflicts with a variety of individuals and organizations as well as communicating effectively, both orally and in writing. 6. Ability to utilize AoP initiatives and concepts to plan, organize, and direct the functions of an organization, and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff through subordinate supervisors as well as analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources. 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. 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."

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