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ELECTRICAL ENGINEER-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Department of the Air Force

Air Force Materiel Command

AIR FORCE NUCLEAR WEAPONS CENTER (AFNWC)

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Summary

The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment.

To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Services "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here.

Learn more about this agency

Summary

The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment.

To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Services "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here.

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Location

FEW vacancies in the following location:

Warren AFB, WY

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Salary $76,463 - $138,370 per year

The salary listed includes locality adjustment for FE Warren AFB, Wyoming

Pay scale & grade

NH 3

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0850 Electrical Engineering

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No

Drug test No Security clearance Other Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number AFMC-085003-13076615-GAH Control number 886655200

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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

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DUTIES:

• Serve as an electrical engineering consultant on all design aspects of assigned projects.
• Review technical requirements and adequacy of design criteria including electrical power provided, lighting, and electrical distribution.
• Coordinate and communicate with multiple System Program Offices, Depot Field Teams, MAJCOM and installation level leadership and maintenance personnel to inform all aspects of ICBM electrical power system infrastructure sustainment, operations, and maintenance activities.
• Author and edit official Air Force technical data for ICBM electrical and other facility infrastructure to include system details and maintenance procedures.
• Responsible for the overall configuration control; new parts/equipment research and identification to sustain and upgrade launch, command & control, and test launch facilities and assess current/future system capabilities.
• Maintain and manage infrastructure engineering drawings and specifications library and data base.
• Contribute to current and future ICBM infrastructure policy and guidance development.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• At least 3 to 5 years of experience using principles of systems engineering or facilities engineering for electrical power systems design and/or electrical infrastructure sustainment is typically required to perform the role. Professional Engineer (PE) registration is highly desired.
• Knowledge of electrical system military standards and governing documents is desired.
• Demonstrated experience in working effectively with multiple levels within DoD from installation to Major Command (MAJCOM) is desired.
• Ability to communicate effectively and willingness to make presentations in small groups and technical interchange sessions is highly desired.
• A professional engineering degree at the bachelors level from an ABET accredited institution is highly desired.

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Telework may be authorized.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website.
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to https://afciviliancareers.com/find-a-job/
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Employee must meet Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements, which includes achieving Engineering and Technical Management "Practitioner" certification category within required timeframe after appointment.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1, 2, or 3-year probationary OR 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.
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Periodic Temporary Duty travel to various locations, to include each missile wing, Vandenberg SFB, and Hill AFB, is required for this position.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This position has been designated as a Non-Critical Acquisition Position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP).
• The selectee must meet, or be capable of achieving the APDP certification as designated on the position description within the defined grace period for that certification level after assignment.
• This position also requires the employee to engage in acquisition continuous learning activities achieving 80 Continuous Learning points every 24 months.
• A degree in Engineering Technology does not meet the qualifications for this position.
• The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid drivers license may be required for the position.

Qualifications

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To qualify as an engineer, employee must meet the education and specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Professional knowledge of electrical engineering concepts, principles, practices, and extensive familiarity with other engineering disciplines and architecture; and knowledge of a broad range of engineering and construction standards, methods, practices, and techniques, materials, and equipment to ensure work is in compliance with regulations and standards.
• Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures; and work classifications and the regulatory and statutory restrictions on the expenditures of appropriated and non-appropriated funds.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders; program planning and budgeting cycles, financial control, budget systems, and management; environmental principles, practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and current legislative issues.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders; program planning and budgeting cycles, financial control, budget systems, and management; environmental principles, practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and current legislative issues.
• Ability to plan, conduct, and record site/facility surveys and inspections.
• Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures to a variety of situations and to recommend timely, and economical solutions; plan and organize work and coordinate with other engineering discplines and architects; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and maintain good working relations.

Education

Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelors degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.

Additional information

This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13.

The AFNWC/NIMH Branch designs, and/or reviews the designs of others, for sustainment and modifications of Real Property and Real Property Installed Equipment (RP/RPIE) and ICBM Infrastructure and Equipment (IIE) that directly supports the ICBM Launch Facilities, Missile Alert Facilities/Launch Control Centers, and Test Launch Facilities at Malmstrom AFB, MT, Minot AFB, ND, FE Warren AFB, WY and Vandenberg SFB, CA. The NIMH team also provides technical data and maintenance procedures for field level and depot level maintainers from missile maintenance groups, civil engineer squadrons, and depot field teams. The NIMH team has been providing Cognizant Engineering Authority and Central Engineering Control for the infrastructure supporting our nations primary nuclear deterrent for approximately 60 years.

Please note: Positions in this field/series may or may not be available, depending on current manning. For the most up-to-date notifications on available positions, we recommend candidates subscribe and complete their profile here, indicating their position and location preferences.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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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.

Benefits

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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• When applying at the link below, please use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome. Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word format) and any additional documents (e.g., certifications, DD214, SF-50, etc.).
• Apply: XXX by Midnight Mountain Time 9 OCTOBER 2026. Recruitment incentives and or relocation costs might be offered upon review of qualifications, and other significant factors.
• If you have questions about this position or about the application process, please contact AFNWC Talent Acquisition at afnwc.dpd.talentacquisitions@us.af.mil.
• To find all current job and internship opportunities at the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, visit the AFNWC webpage at: https://www.afnwc.af.mil/About-Us/Jobs/.
• To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please subscribe at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to "Get Career Updates."

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

Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center

Phone 1-800-525-0102 Email DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY Address AF Nuclear Weapons Center

6437 6th Street

Bldg 430, Rm 119

Hill AFB, UT 84056

US

Next steps

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

Help

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Help

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

• When applying at the link below, please use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome. Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word format) and any additional documents (e.g., certifications, DD214, SF-50, etc.).
• Apply: XXX by Midnight Mountain Time 9 OCTOBER 2026. Recruitment incentives and or relocation costs might be offered upon review of qualifications, and other significant factors.
• If you have questions about this position or about the application process, please contact AFNWC Talent Acquisition at afnwc.dpd.talentacquisitions@us.af.mil.
• To find all current job and internship opportunities at the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, visit the AFNWC webpage at: https://www.afnwc.af.mil/About-Us/Jobs/.
• To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please subscribe at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to "Get Career Updates."

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

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Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center

Phone 1-800-525-0102 Email DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY Address AF Nuclear Weapons Center

6437 6th Street

Bldg 430, Rm 119

Hill AFB, UT 84056

US

Next steps

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

Expand Hide next steps

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Air Force Materiel Command

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) will be used to form a pool of qualified applicants who will be considered for direct hire vacancies as they become available.

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.

Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We foster a culture and workforce based on merit, dignity, and respect where every employee (or Airman) feels accepted, valued, and has the opportunity to accomplish the mission.

The Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) is currently seeking a full-time Electrical Engineer towork in the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Systems Directorate, Minuteman III (MMIII) Systems Division, Infrastructure Branch (NIMH) at FE Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne, WY.

The primary purpose of this position, Electrical Engineer NH-0850-03, is to serve as an ICBM infrastructure sustainment electrical engineer for the MMIII Weapons Systems electrical power distribution and generation systems through end-of-life.

This position is not eligible for remote or full-time telework; situational-based agreements in the local area may be available at the discretion of the hiring manager.

Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center

Phone 1-800-525-0102 Email DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY Address AF Nuclear Weapons Center

6437 6th Street

Bldg 430, Rm 119

Hill AFB, UT 84056

US

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Learn more about what its like to work at Air Force Materiel Command, what the agency does, and about the types of careers this agency offers.

https://afciviliancareers.com/

Summary

The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment.

To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Services "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Location

FEW vacancies in the following location:

Warren AFB, WY

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Salary $76,463 - $138,370 per year

The salary listed includes locality adjustment for FE Warren AFB, Wyoming

Pay scale & grade

NH 3

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0850 Electrical Engineering

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No

Drug test No Security clearance Other Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number AFMC-085003-13076615-GAH Control number 886655200

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