Supervisory Aerospace Engineer

Air Force Civilian Service; Valparaiso (FL); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 138.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Air Force Civilian Service seeks a Supervisory Aerospace Engineer / Computational Aeromechanics Teams Lead (NH-0861-03) to lead AFSEO CFD efforts at Eglin AFB, FL. You will oversee CFD modeling, analysis, and workshops, coordinating with multiple engineering disciplines to deliver required results.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, U.S. citizenship, the ability to obtain a Secret clearance, and strong leadership and communication skills to guide personnel and

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering from ABET-accredited institution.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Aufgaben

• Plans and assigns work to subordinates; manages resources to meet cost and schedule objectives.
• Coordinates CFD results with engineering disciplines; delivers CFD analyses.
• Manages HPC resources for CFD analyses.
• Plans and organizes annual CFD Workshops; fosters collaboration.

Kenntnisse

CFD modeling tools

Written communication

Leadership/interpersonal skills

Ausbildung

ABET-accredited Aerospace Engineering BS

Jobbeschreibung

About the Air Force Test Center

The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) is where tomorrow’s Air Force is tested! Long considered the "Center of the Aerospace Testing Universe", AFTC is truly where Air Force superiority begins. Home to many Aerospace establishments and records, AFTC remains the state-of-the-art leader in Aerospace testing, and provides the warfighter with cutting-edge technology. AFTC does not only celebrate its past, but we continue to lead from the front. Join our team today and make Aerospace history! The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) empowers civilian professionals to grow their careers while supporting the mission of the Department of the Air Force (DAF). Bring your talent to a team that values innovation, expertise, and service - and where your work directly contributes to mission success.

About the Role

The Air Force Test Center is looking for a Full-Time Supervisory Aerospace Engineer / Computational Aeromechanics Teams Lead (NH-0861-03) to work at the 96 Test Wing, Air Force SEEK EAGLE Office (96 SK) at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the team lead/branch chief in the Air Force SEEK EAGLE Office (AFSEO) for the application of advanced theories, concepts, principles, and processes in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) methodology and analysis. In this position you will initiate, manage and conduct continuing studies and projects involving the application of advanced theories, concepts, principles and processes using CFD methodology to support weapon systems and aerospace vehicle acquisition and operation. You will also lead AFSEO work related to CFD modeling, simulation and analysis application (MS&A) in support of the AFSEO aircraft/store certification projects.

Location

Valparaiso, FL (Eglin Air Force Base)

Typical 2026 Salary Range

$89,508 - $138,370 per year based on experience (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."

Telework Information

Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and Office of Personnel Management (OPM) prescribed "Unscheduled Telework".

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% travel possible.

Incentives

• This position MAY be eligible for a recruitment/relocation incentive. Specifics will be discussed with the Selecting Official.
• This position MAY be eligible for a Student Loan Repayment (SLR) incentive. Specifics will be discussed with the Selecting Official.

Direct Hire Authority

NO 6-MONTH WAIT! Recently retired and/or retiring from MILITARY service ARE eligible for immediate appointment for AFTC positions. The 180-day waiting period has been waived for AFTC to hire recently retired and/or retiring service members.

Must Have Requirements or May Not Be Considered

• A professional engineering degree at the bachelor’s level from an ABET accredited institution in Aerospace Engineering
• Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance for the position
• U.S. Citizenship

Desired Skills

• 2 years experience with modeling/simulation software tools and workflows relevant to CFD work.
• Written/oral Communication Skills: Experience writing technical papers/giving technical presentations, particularly to leadership.
• Strong Interpersonal skills: Ability to lead, motivate, and guide personnel.

Major Duties

• Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by subordinates. Manages personnel resources to meet cost and schedule objectives.
• Coordinates closely with organization's engineering disciplines to address/deliver required CFD results.
• Manages allocations of High-Power Computing (HPC) Resources to support CFD analyses.
• Plans and organizes annual CFD Workshops to foster collaboration within the greater test enterprise.
• Exercises supervisory duties/functions to include annual appraisals.
• Provides weekly activity reports to leadership.
• Actively participates in organizational process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications / Requirements

U.S. Citizenship (Required).

Probationary Period Statement

For All Positions 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. (NOTE: Typically, the 1-year probationary period is for Competitive Jobs, and 2-year trail period is for Excepted Jobs.)

Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Education Requirements

A bachelor’s degree (minimum) from an ABET accredited institution in Aerospace Engineering.

Certifications / Licensure

N/A.

DAWIA Certification

(if applicable)

Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) Position

This position is an Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) position requiring Level/Tier 2 (Practitioner) Non-Critical Certification in Engineering and Technical Management. Employee is expected to meet Continuing Acquisition Education requirements.

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