About the Role:

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

Technology Specialist (NH-2210-03) 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 Administration team by applying technical expertise to execute the organization's information assurance (IA) program and maintain authority to operate (ATO). Design, implement and sustain IT infrastructure that supports developmental and operational test and evaluation (DT&E and OT&E) programs. Provide real-time monitoring capabilities and ensure reliable networks, servers and application services that enable Digital Test and Training Range (DTTR) operations.

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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 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 teams

- 3+ years managing complex technical projects

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

Major Duties:

- Serve as 412 EWG/445 TS/EWJI Systems Development & Integration Lead for DTTR-E modeling & simulation systems.

- Exercise supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time.

- Report on virtual simulator operational readiness in the areas of flight science, performance, mission systems, avionics, and flight control systems.

- Prepare technical documentation of simulator development and operation which describe, in detail, mechanization techniques, new or unique software algorithms, operations procedures, configuration control; presents test results; draw conclusions and make recommendations.

- Perform technical work using classified information in various media and formats. Apply technical and safety review processes to mitigate risks and to ensure technical adequacy.

- Develop, prioritize and report on organization performance goals and objectives. Implement an effective reporting system such that there is timely & adequate resolution of system related deficiencies.

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 a Top-Secret Security clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) access

This is a designated Drug Testing Position

DAWIA Certification

Education requirements (Check OPM Qualifications Standard and Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR))

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.

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

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https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/

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