Multiple General Engineers

Air Force Civilian Service; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service at Hanscom AFB, MA, seeks multiple full-time NH-801-03 General Engineer positions within the NC3 Integration Directorate to modernize NC3 capabilities in support of strategic deterrence.

Ideal candidates have 2–7+ years in engineering/technical management, strong communication skills, and citizenship with ability to obtain a security clearance; graduate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Graduate degree preferred.
• DAWIA requirements/Practitioner certification within required timeframe.
• Experience with engineering principles and program management.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program engineering and technical activities for NC3 integration.
• Ensure technical requirements meet operational capabilities and align with strategic objectives.
• Lead digital engineering initiatives and acquisition planning at the program level.
• Shape multi-year acquisition strategies and manage contracts.

Job description

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. OPENS: 25 August 2026 CLOSES: 13 September 2026 Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) Integration Directorate (AFNWC/NC) is seeking multiple full‑time NH‑801‑03, AFPAE NC3 General Engineer positions (09839121M, 09912551M, 009721931M, 009721671M, 09887271M) within the NC3 Integration Directorate, located at Hanscom AFB, MA. Join the AFNWC team to help modernize NC3 capabilities in support of strategic deterrence – a top Secretary of Defense priority. These NH‑0801‑03 positions have a typical 2026 salary range of $101,375 - $156,699 including Boston area locality pay and a Value of Position (VOP) rating of 83 **IMPORTANT**

• Responses to this announcement must be in the 2-page resume format. If you submit a resume that is more than 2 pages, you may receive an error message. To learn more visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include
• Provide all academic degrees, professional military education, and any other professional certifications on your 2-page resume.
• Recruitment, Relocation, Retention, and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized
• Candidates may be asked to provide three professional references. Position Descriptions: These General Engineering positions serve as critical project engineers in support of the Materiel Leader/Branch Chief. These positions are highly visible roles responsible for the comprehensive technical management, execution, and analysis of the program technical baseline. The ideal candidate will ensure that technical requirements meet operational capabilities and the PAE's overarching mission. Five positions available: NCN Global Aircrew Strategic Network Terminal (GASNTi2b2), NCW Modeling, Analysis, Configuration Management (MAC), NCS Force Element Terminal (FET), IMT Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
• Possess the knowledge, experience, and demonstrated ability to perform tasks related to the duties and responsibilities cited above.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts in written and oral presentations
• Ability to work independently and apply the proper procedures and processes related to general engineering activities.
• Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot various situations to develop successful outcomes within established program/project guidelines (Program Office and Staff Level Support interface).
• Familiarity with RF communications preferred
• Experience with the USAF nuclear enterprise, to include NC3 and AFGSC preferred
• 2-7+ yrs Engineering, technical management, program support preferred
• Experience applying engineering principles, concepts, standards, and methods to extend or modify existing or evolving approaches to technologies that support operations and working with engineering team members, resolve unique or novel problems, conditions, or issues; or significantly alter standard practices, equipment, devices, processes, and known techniques Key Program Responsibilities:
• Engineering Management: Oversee program engineering and technical activities
• Digital Engineering/Acq: Execute programs utilizing digital engineering/acq
• Acquisition Planning: Shape multi-year acquisition strategies and contracts at the program level.
• Mission Alignment: Align program execution with PAE strategic objectives
• Process Improvement: Enhance contracts, systems, and internal processes.
• Requirements for the position:
• U.S. Citizenship
• To qualify as an engineer, employee must meet the education and specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf
• Graduate degree preferred.
• Employee must meet Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements, which includes achieving Engineering and Technical Management “Practitioner” certification category within required timeframe after appointment.
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, with Top Secret preferred
• Employee will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise
• Employee may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station.
• U.S. citizenship required. AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. Must be of legal working age.