General Engineer

Air Force Civilian Service; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service in Colorado Springs seeks a test engineer to plan, organize, and conduct tests for Space Delta 12, advancing space and cyber capabilities.

You will perform DT&E/OT&E analyses, develop proposals, and influence policy while applying engineering principles to program decisions. Requires clear communication of technical results and regulatory awareness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Experience with developmental/test & evaluation (DT&E/OT&E) and integrated test programs.
• Ability to review studies and ensure valid methodologies and applicable techniques.
• Eligibility to obtain/maintain Top-Secret with SCI clearance; handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Research requirements and conduct analyses for USSF DT&E, OT&E, and IT programs.
• Perform independent analyses leading to proposals and studies for USSF officials.
• Review and evaluate study proposals and reports for adequacy of methodology.
• Prepare reports, justifications, and background papers on areas of expertise.
• Apply engineering principles to planning, policy, and program decisions.

Skills

DT&E & OT&E analysis

Test planning

Independent analysis

Technical writing

Policy interpretation

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

PCS Funding/Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: No Telework: YA002: Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework” Closes: 20 October 2026 Locality pay not calculated in this posting. Mission: Space Delta 12 leads the integrated test and evaluation of USSF capabilities in order to rapidly field combat-credible weapon systems and tactics. Purpose of Position: Serves as a test engineer in planning, organizing, and determining necessary tests, policies, regulations, directives, programs, doctrine, and procedures for the establishment and maintenance of assigned Field Command (FC) programs involving USSF space/cyberspace operations. Duties:

• Research requirements, develops approaches and conducts analysis for USSF Developmental Test & evaluation (DT&E), Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E), and integrated test (IT) programs.
• Performs independent analysis leading to unique analytical science, engineering, and research proposals and studies that recommend alternative courses of action to USSF officials from multiple commands.
• Reviews and evaluates study projects, proposals, and/or reports for adequacy of methodology, including the use or development of computerized models, ensuring the techniques used are valid and appropriate to the problem or issue identified.
• Utilizes technical knowledge to formulate, determine, and/or influence USSF policy. Conclusions and recommendations have a direct impact on USSF level management plans and decisions regarding policies and procedures.
• Prepares reports, responses to queries, justifications, and background papers on the areas of expertise and assignment. Knowledge and skills for the position:
• Knowledge of the theories, concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, and materials of multidisciplinary professional engineering to effectively apply engineering theories, principles, and concepts to areas of responsibility.
• Knowledge of the principles of planning, program management, and standard acquisition regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization.
• Ability to research, evaluate, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures to a variety of situations and to recommend timely and economical solutions.
• 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, contractors, academia, and other agencies. Requirements for the position:
• U.S. citizenship
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret w/SCI clearance. Employees need to obtain and maintain approval to access the portfolio of Special Access Programs required to perform daily duties.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.
• This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). Must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position.
• A professional engineering degree at the bachelor’s level from an ABET accredited institution or a closely related field is required.
• Mission: Space Delta 12 leads the integrated test and evaluation of USSF capabilities in order to rapidly field combat-credible weapon systems and tactics. The United States Space Force (USSF), Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM) is a military service that organizes, trains, and equips military members and civilians to protect U.S. and allied interests in space and provide space capabilities to the joint force. USSF responsibilities include developing Guardians, acquiring military space systems, maturing the military doctrine for space power, and organizing space forces to present to our Combatant Commands (CCMDs). The strategic importance of space can’t be overstated. Political and humanitarian interests as well as commercial concerns vital to the world economy all rely on space-based systems. Launched in 2019 as the nation’s sixth and newest military branch, the USSF was created to protect the interests and assets of America and its allies in this heavily contested realm. The Department of War relies on satellites and advanced space-based technology for secure communications, navigation, real-time reconnaissance, precision targeting on the battlefield, early warning of potential missile launches, and even weather forecasting. Guardians and civilians of the USSF are challenged every day to reach new heights in protecting and amplifying these space-based capabilities and defending our way of life by maintaining our edge in space. The Space Force wants to attract talent with the character and potential to excel, empower them with information and choices, and develop them in line with their desires and the Space Force’s needs to create a high-performing organization necessary to secure and defend space. Please review the new Guardian Ideal to learn more about the new talent culture within the new U.S. Space Force, as we have a chance to make history and rewrite some of the rules—we hope you are excited about the opportunities this will present!