Senior Electronics Engineer, Space Systems & RF (TS/SCI)

Air Force Civilian Service; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service's Space Systems Command unit at Peterson Space Force Base seeks an Electronics Engineer (NH‑0855‑03, GS 12/13 equivalent) to lead and advise on advanced space and intelligence programs with a focus on RF communications.

The role requires a professional engineering degree, strong systems engineering background, and the ability to coordinate across DoD partners while mentoring junior staff and delivering mission-critical documentation and analyses.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Top-Secret security clearance with SCI access.
• Drug testing is required; random urinalysis.
• Handle sensitive/classified information per regulations.
• Extended hours and recall; TDY possible.
• ABET-accredited engineering degree at bachelor level.
• File Confidential Disclosure Report within 30 days and annually by Oct 31.
• Non-critical APDP designation.
• Situational telework only.
• Temporary Duty Assignment ~60 days per year.
• PCS is authorized; incentive may apply.
• Position closes after 5 business days or 75 applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex technical efforts across the full acquisition lifecycle, from requirements to testing.
• Direct and support space and intelligence programs focusing on RF communications.
• Serve as primary technical interface to USSPACECOM, DoD agencies, and senior stakeholders.
• Mentor junior personnel and ensure high-quality technical documentation.
• Represent the organization in high-level forums and guide program development.

Skills

RF communications

Systems engineering

Hardware integration

Technical leadership

Proposal and advisory skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (ABET accredited)

Job description

Air Force Civilian Service's Space Systems Command unit at Peterson Space Force Base seeks an Electronics Engineer (NH‑0855‑03, GS 12/13 equivalent) to lead and advise on advanced space and intelligence programs with a focus on RF communications.

The role requires a professional engineering degree, strong systems engineering background, and the ability to coordinate across DoD partners while mentoring junior staff and delivering mission-critical documentation and analyses.