Electronics Engineer

Air Force Civilian Service; Valparaiso (FL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

11 Federal Holidays each year

13 sick leave days earned per year (ac

Paid Vacation Time: 13-26 days peryear

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Retirement: Immediate coverage by the

Basic Benefits Plan

Social Security

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service in Florida is seeking an Electronics Engineer (NH-0855-02) to join the team at Eglin AFB. You will serve as a professional engineer with systems engineering responsibility, providing technical leadership in testing, evaluation, and decision support for weapons systems.

The role requires US citizenship, a security clearance, and a bachelor’s degree in engineering (ABET-accredited). Travel up to 25% is expected, with no telework.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• SECRET security clearance required.
• ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Professional knowledge of electronics engineering policies, theories, principles and concepts.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and apply electronics engineering rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering leadership in testing and evaluation.
• Translate requirements into design criteria and system specifications.
• Oversee and guide the design and development activities of others.

Skills

Electronics engineering knowledge

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

Go above and beyond. With the Air Force Civilian Service, we are the powerhouse behind the U.S. Air Force. From developing cutting-edge technology to ensuring the well-being of our Airmen, your work will have a global impact.

Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for an Electronics Engineer (NH-0855-02) to work at Eglin AFB, FL.

Member will serve as a professional engineer with systems engineering responsibility in assigned area(s). Considered the technical expert for the organization in general engineering assignments concerning data analytics supporting engineering analysis and decision support for test and evaluation; employee provides technical leadership in planning, analyzing, and evaluating efforts used to define total weapons systems/subsystem requirements, translate requirements into design criteria, evaluate alternative design approaches, and develop system specifications. Work encompasses several phases of the development process in which the employee guides and evaluates the design and development activities of others.

Position Details

Salary: $61,722 - $97,087

Value of Position (VOP): 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/Remote: Not authorized

Travel: Up to 25%

Position Type: Permanent

Experience: 1-2 years desired

Incentives: May be authorized

AFCS 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
• Life Insurance
• 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), similar to a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• The incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• This position has been designated as a Non-Critical Acquisition Position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP).
• A professional engineering degree at the bachelor's level from an ABET accredited institution is preferred.
• Professional knowledge of electronics engineering policies, theories, principles and concepts, and familiarity with other engineering disciplines to carry out conventional engineering assignments.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and apply electronics engineering rules and procedures in a variety of situations and recommend effective solutions to senior engineers.
• Knowledge of computer operations and standard software applications.
• At a minimum, qualification requirements stipulated by the US Office of Personnel Management for the 0855 occupational series must be met. Advanced degrees are preferred.

For further info about the 0855 series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/electronics-engineering-series-0855/

Similar Job Titles/Fields of Study/Skills & Keywords: Test engineering, avionics, flight controls. Electrical Engineering. Professional knowledge of electronics engineering policies, theories, principles and concepts, and familiarity with other engineering disciplines to carry out conventional engineering assignments.

AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required.