Interdisciplinary (NH-801/0855/1515-03) 746 TS

Air Force Test Center; Holloman (NM); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 138.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Air Force Test Center in Holloman AFB, NM seeks a Full‑Time Interdisciplinary Test Manager (NH-801/0855/1515‑03) to lead test engineering, data analysis and reporting across programs. You’ll apply advanced engineering principles to interpret data and influence test objectives and system requirements.

Requires a professional engineering degree (ABET) and secret clearance. Expect responsibilities for planning, reviews, and reporting to leadership at Air Force and DoD levels, with up to 25% travel.

Formación

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities required.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and situations.
• Knowledge of GPS and inertial theory and test methods.
• Ability to collaborate with squadron members and DoD partners.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as consultant and expert in engineering for development and sustainment of systems.
• Make recommendations for advancing specialized programs and evaluate new technologies.
• Perform complex analysis, set goals, and provide technical oversight for projects.
• Plan, organize, and oversee assigned projects and acquisitions to meet mission objectives.
• Conduct technical reviews and present reports to Air Force and DoD leadership.
• Develop goals and objectives aligning engineering work with organizational goals.
• Balance workload and provide direction to team on engineering and administrative issues.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Leadership

Adaptability

GPS/Inertial theory

Interpersonal relationships

Educación

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Descripción del empleo

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The Air Force Test Center is looking for a Full-Time Interdisciplinary position (NH-801/0855/1515-03) to work at the 746th Test Squadron as a Test Manager at Holloman AFB, NM.

The primary purpose is to serve as a professional multidisciplinary engineer with test engineering, execution, data analysis and reporting responsibility in assigned programs/projects. Employee applies multidisciplinary engineering techniques and principles to determine optimum ways of interpreting test data and communicating these results to those who determine test and evaluation objectives, and/or to determine operational or technical adequacy of item or system requirements or specifications.

Announcement Closes: 10/29/2026

Location: Holloman AFB, NM

Typical 2026 salary range: $89,508 - $138,370 per year (includes locality). “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.”

Travel Requirements: Up to 25% travel possible

Desired Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively present briefings, prepare reports for leadership, and interact with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication abilities
• Flexibility to handle new situations, adapt to changing priorities, and make timely, well-informed decisions
• Ability to establish, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with other squadron members and 704th Test Group organizations in furtherance of GPS and inertial test
• Working knowledge of GPS and inertial theory and test

Major Duties

• Serves as a consultant and expert in engineering, applying advanced theories and principles to the development and sustainment of systems
• Makes significant and innovative recommendations for advancing specialized programs and evaluates new technologies for incorporation into existing systems
• Performs complex and comprehensive analysis, develops short and long-term goals, and recommends guidelines and technical oversight for specific projects
• Manages, plans, and organizes assigned projects and acquisitions to meet mission objectives, assessing program execution and adjusting resources or policies to increase efficiency
• Conducts technical reviews, maintains awareness of development efforts, and assesses technical ramifications to identify and mitigate risks
• Reviews, prepares, and presents oral and written reports to leadership at the Air Force and DoD levels
• Plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of others, developing goals and objectives that integrate organizational and engineering objectives
• Balances workload and provides overall direction and vision to team members on a wide range of engineering and administrative issues

Qualifications/Requirements

• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year 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
• This position requires Secret security clearance
• A professional engineering degree at the bachelor’s level from an ABET accredited institution in engineering or a closely related field is required
• Must meet or be capable of achieving the Acquisition Professional Development Program 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
• Professional knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts, and practices of operations research analysis to apply scientific methods and techniques to analyze systems, processes, and/or operational problems and procedures
• Knowledge of mathematics and analysis to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate recommendations/conclusions clearly
• Knowledge of quantitative techniques and methods used to develop, adapt, modify, and apply models to resolve problems or define and clarify alternative solutions
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply operations research rules and procedures in a variety of situations and recommend solutions to senior analysts
• Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors and fundamental relationships, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions
• Ability to plan and organize work and confer with co-workers effectively

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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