Department of the Air Force

GENERAL ENGINEER-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Eglin AFB, Florida, Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts, Kirtland AFB, New Mexico, Tinker AFB, Oklahoma, Hill Full time

GENERAL ENGINEER-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Eglin AFB, Florida, Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts, Kirtland AFB, New Mexico, Tinker AFB, Oklahoma, Hill AFB, Utah

Salary Range: $88621 - $137000 Per Year

Job Summary: Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this GENERAL ENGINEER, NH-0801-03 position is to serve as a professional engineer and project manager in support of the acquisition, development, or sustainment of weapons systems, sub-systems, and/or support equipment.

Major Duties:

  • Performs multidisciplinary engineering work involving the application of electrical, electronics, mechanical, aerospace, digital engineering, and other engineering disciplines to determine the technical and business needs of customers in the acquisition, development, or sustainment of the systems, sub-systems, support systems, equipment items, or an equivalent product. Applies emerging technology and business practices to develop and implement a course of action. Performs analysis and uses systematic, disciplines, and quantifiable approaches to implement, develop, and document projects or tasks. Performs project/program management responsibilities to determine the business and technical needs of customers. Desired Skills: -A minimum of 30 months of post-Bachelor's degree engineering experience is desired. - Strong background in digital engineering principles, regulations and policies top include Model Based System Engineering methodologies is a plus. - Ability to analyze data and establish requirements for technical objectives and characteristics is preferred. - Ability to develop system performance requirements, objectives and integration, and estimate time and resources needed for system design, development, and support is desired. - Experience in developing system performance requirements, objectives and integration, and estimate time and resources needed for system design, development, and support is valued.

Qualifications: INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Employee needs to 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 In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-2, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience in encompassing a range of engineering tasks that draw on electronics, mechanical, aerospace, and other fields to satisfy customer needs and involves utilizing emerging technologies and business practices to devise effective solutions, performing analyses through systematic methods, and overseeing projects to meet business and technical objectives. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): 1. Knowledge of multidisciplinary professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment to effectively apply engineering theories, principles, and concepts to project development and execution. 2. Knowledge of the principles of planning and program management; standard acquisition regulations, practices, and procedures; and other engineering disciplines. 3. Ability to analyze data and establish requirements for technical objectives and characteristics. 4. 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. 5. Ability to use computer applications in support of planning, designing, analysis, and reporting .PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How to Apply: The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 03/17/2026 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12837414 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp. Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here. For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS: Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Awards for Current Federal Civilian Employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume. Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s). PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.

Application Deadline: 2026-03-17