Physical Sciences

United States Air Force

DC

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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.

Learn more about this agency

Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates: 03/26/2026 to 03/25/2027

Salary: $22,584 - $164,301 per year Salary is dependent upon duty location, grade, step, and locality pay.

Pay scale & grade: NH 1 - 4

Location: Many vacancies in the following location Location Negotiable After Selection

Remote job: No Telework eligible: No Travel Required: Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed: No

Appointment type: Multiple Work schedule: Multiple Schedules Service: Competitive Promotion potential: None

Job family Series:

  • 1301 General Physical Science
  • 1310 Physics
  • 1340 Meteorology

Supervisory status: No Security clearance: Not Required Drug test: No Financial disclosure: No Bargaining unit status: No

Announcement number: AF-FY26-NH-13XX-SPLASH Control number: 862936600

This job is open to Help The public

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

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

Requirements Help Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Telework may be authorized.
  • If authorized PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements may be found at https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory
  • Security clearance requirements are based upon actual position being filled.
  • Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website.
  • Random drug testing may be required depending upon the position being filled.
  • Supervisory requirements may be required depending upon the position being filled.
  • Promotion potential may be authorized depending upon position being filled.

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to https://afciviliancareers.com/find-a-job

Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVCCC Memo 30 Sep 22: first child 100%, each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.

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.

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.

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

Additional information 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 Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. [Opens in a new window] Learn more about federal 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.

Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. [Opens in a new window] Learn more about federal benefits.

Review our benefits

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.

Required documents Required Documents Help Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.

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.

Agency contact information Total Force Service Center Phone: 1-800-525-0102 Email: DO NOT EMAIL. CALL ONLY. Address: EHA DHA 550 C Street West JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 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 Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.

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.

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Agency contact information Total Force Service Center Phone: 1-800-525-0102 Email: DO NOT EMAIL. CALL ONLY. Address: EHA DHA 550 C Street West JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US

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

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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

Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide

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.

Agency contact information Total Force Service Center Phone: 1-800-525-0102 Email: DO NOT EMAIL. CALL ONLY. Address: EHA DHA 550 C Street West JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US

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Learn more about what its like to work at Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide, 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 Open & closing dates: 03/26/2026 to 03/25/2027

Salary: $22,584 - $164,301 per year Salary is dependent upon duty location, grade, step, and locality pay.

Pay scale & grade: NH 1 - 4

Location: Many vacancies in the following location Location Negotiable After Selection

Remote job: No Telework eligible: No Travel Required: Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed: No

Appointment type: Multiple Work schedule: Multiple Schedules Service: Competitive Promotion potential: None

Job family Series:

  • 1301 General Physical Science
  • 1310 Physics
  • 1340 Meteorology

Supervisory status: No Security clearance: Not Required Drug test: No Financial disclosure: No Bargaining unit status: No

Announcement number: AF-FY26-NH-13XX-SPLASH Control number: 862936600

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