Aerospace Engineer

United States Air Force

Hampton, VA

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SALARY

$89,508–$138,370 Per Year

SKILLS

ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Acquisition Regulations, Administrative Skills, Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Air Force, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Federal Government, Government Organizations, HTTPS (HyperText Transport Protocol Secure), Legal, Publications, Regulations, Reimbursement, Security Clearance, Supply Chain Management, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Systems Maintenance, Technical Consulting, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Trend Analysis, United States Air Force (USAF), United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Hampton, VA

POSTED

9 days ago

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Aerospace Engineer

Department of the Air Force

Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide

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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.

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Posted yesterday · Apply by 07/29/26

Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 29, 2026

Location

FEW vacancies in the following location:

Tinker AFB, OK

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $89,508 - $138,370 per year 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

0861 Aerospace 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-13013082-DPS-FLYER Control number 876928200

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Performs professional aerospace engineering work involved in the application of advanced theories, concepts, principles, and processes to the acquisition, development, or sustainment of weapon systems, subsystems, and/or support equipment.
Functions as the organizations technical specialist in design and development engineering for critical systems and subsystems. Evaluates technological trends and formulates overall design concepts and criteria to establish the baseline for state-of-the-art engineering developments.
Performs complex and comprehensive analysis and uses systematic, disciplined, quantifiable approaches to implement, develop, and document projects.
Serves as a consultant and technical expert to senior subject matter specialists, agency and/or Department of Defense (DoD) officials responsible for broad program operations.

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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.
This position may require drug testing; the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
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 AFSVC/CC 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.
Male must be registered for the Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
Employee must maintain current certifications
This position may require travel.
Recruitment incentives may/may not be authorized
Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays

Qualifications

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Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies in the following areas:

Knowledge of professional aerospace engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment.
Knowledge of development testing and evaluation sufficient to apply experimental theories and new applications to issues and provide technical advice and direction in support of weapon systems.
Knowledge of integrated air-vehicles, ground systems, and support equipment sufficient to plan, design, test, troubleshoot, evaluate, and oversee the development and/or sustainment of aerospace vehicles.
Knowledge of other engineering disciplines and standard acquisition regulations, practices, and procedures.
Ability to devise and evaluate criteria, parameters, characteristics, and interrelationships for design approaches.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in a professional manner with peers, management, and other agencies.

Education

An engineering degree at the bachelors level from an institution with an ABET accredited program in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field is highly desired.

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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.

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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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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.

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Click APPLY NOW to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). The vacancy may also be viewed on LinkedIn.

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."

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

Agency contact information

Jamie Davidson

Phone 405-736-7868 Email jamie.davidson.4@us.af.mil Address EHA DHA

550 C Street West

JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150

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

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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

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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:

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

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."

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

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Agency contact information

Jamie Davidson

Phone 405-736-7868 Email jamie.davidson.4@us.af.mil Address EHA DHA

550 C Street West

JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150

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.

This position is open exclusively to current Department of War (DoW) Federal Employees with no Permanent Change of Station (PCS). Applicants must submit their most recent SF50 to verify eligibility. Applications without the required SF50 and other supporting documents will be considered incomplete and will not be forwarded for consideration.

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 Full-Time Aerospace Engineer (NH-0861-03) to work at Air Force Materiel Command in the 448th Supply Chain Management Wing (448 SCMW) at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits. This position can close at any time. Apply Now!

Agency contact information

Jamie Davidson

Phone 405-736-7868 Email jamie.davidson.4@us.af.mil Address EHA DHA

550 C Street West

JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150

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Summary

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

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Accepting applications

Posted yesterday · Apply by 07/29/26

Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 29, 2026

Location

FEW vacancies in the following location:

Tinker AFB, OK

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $89,508 - $138,370 per year 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

0861 Aerospace 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-13013082-DPS-FLYER Control number 876928200

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Aerospace Engineer

United States Air Force

Hampton, VA

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