Director of Engineering

Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities on behalf of the United States Air Force.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Director of Engineering (NH-0801-04) to work at Air Force Materiel Command, (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.

• This position may be filled at Wright Patterson AFB in Dayton, OH; Robins AFB in Warner Robins, GA; Tinker AFB in Oklahoma City, OK; or Hill AFB in Layton, UT. To be considered for a specific location please submit to the job posting at that location on the AFCS site.

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 11/13/2026

Job Close Date 11/22/2026

Who may apply: All U.S. Citizens,The Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) Software Engineering Directorate is not just building software; we are engineering the future of national defense. We serve as the premier organic powerhouse for Department of the Air Force (DAF) weapon systems. From cutting-edge acquisition support to sustaining the structural integrity of our nation's most critical assets, we deliver war-winning digital dominance. If you want your code to protect lives and secure the high ground, your mission starts here.

What You Will Accomplish:

In this role, you will be at the absolute center of military modernization. You won't just write lines of code; you will shape the strategic capabilities of the United States Air Force.

• Develop, integrate, and field lethal, resilient software directly onto DAF weapon systems and operational equipment.
• Lead comprehensive software services spanning the entire lifecycle-from early acquisition conceptualization to ultimate retirement.
• Sustain and modernize complex legacy systems to outpace emerging global threats and master the fast-evolving cyber environment.

If You Are:

We are looking for elite technical talent, innovators, and mission-driven professionals who thrive under pressure and demand excellence.

• A Forward-Thinking Innovator who refuses to accept the status quo and proactively seeks out modern methodologies to solve complex engineering puzzles.
• A Cyber-Resilient Problem Solver who understands the dynamics of the modern threat landscape and builds security into the architecture from day one.
• A Dedicated Patriot who wants their technical expertise to serve a higher purpose: securing our nation and supporting our warfighters at every echelon.

Take Command of Your Career. This is more than a job vacancy; it is a call to serve at the absolute frontier of technology and national security. At the AFSC Software Engineering Directorate, your work directly translates to pilot safety, operational readiness, and global superiority.

Apply today and engineer the software that defends freedom.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• U.S. Citizenship
• A professional engineering degree at the bachelor's level from an ABET accredited institution is highly desired.
• Obtain & maintain an appropriate security clearance
• May be required to travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours.
• This position has been designated as a Critical Engineering Position (CEP). Incumbent is required to comply with the requirements of AFMCI 62-202, Criteria for Critical Engineering Positions.
• This position may be designated as an acquisition position covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP).
• This is a designated drug testing position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.

RECRUITMENT KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of a wide range of advanced multidisciplinary professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, equipment, and of system engineering and efforts required to achieve and preserve operational safety, suitability, and effectiveness (OSS&E) in systems or end-items.

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, test 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, sustainment, test, 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 plan, organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization 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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.