Supervisory General Engineer (NH-801-04) 413 FLTS

These listed job announcements are covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA), which are separate from the traditional recruitment job announcements found on USA Jobs. For further assistance, please contact AFTC Enterprise Recruitment at View email address on click.appcast.io 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. The Air Force Test Center is looking for a Full-Time Supervisory General Engineer (NH-801-04) to work as the Chief Test Engineer at the 413th Flight Test Squadron (413 FLTS) at Duke Field, Florida (Eglin AFB, Aux Field 3). Announcement Closes: 11/12/2026 Location: Duke Field, FL Typical 2026 salary range: $106,437 to $163,514 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 Incentives: This position MAY be eligible for a recruitment/relocation incentive. Specifics will be discussed with the Selecting Official. Desired Skills: Rotary wing aviation experience desired Graduate of a recognized long-course Test Pilot School desired Experience with uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) desired Major Duties: Manages and supervises a test engineering work force engaged in sustainment testing of the H-1, HH-60W, MH-139 and CV-22 aircraft Oversees the training and qualification testing of 24 test engineers/test conductors to ensure all personnel meet DoD, USAF, and AFTC instructions for qualifications and currency Leads an engineering workforce engaged in testing and operations of UAS used to support other larger test programs Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts priorities Develops goals and objectives that align with the organizations mission Establishes, revises and reviews policies, procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and meet customer mission needs Represents the unit to installation and functional area organizations and meets with key customers to resolve significant problems that arise during testing. 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 is a designated Drug Testing Position Must be able to obtain and maintain and “Top Secret” security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Must possess a Bachelor’s degree from an ABET Accredited College or University or meet OPM alternative requirements for professional engineering positions Must be able to obtain and maintain the required level of Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification within 24 months of assigned duties. Must be able to pass a Class III flight physical examination Skill in managing and supervising a large engineering workforce including the ability to adjust operations to meet program requirements and objectives. Knowledge of a wide range of advanced multidisciplinary engineering concepts to apply to problems and to plan and execute specialized programs of marked difficulty. Knowledge of the mission and operation of the DoD, Air Force, and organizations that govern systems acquisition and/or sustainment and knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting cycles, financial systems, and restrictions on expenditure of funds. Skill in evaluating technology and advancements, knowledge of policy affecting systems being developed, and skill in organizing the functions and staff Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, building consensus and coalitions, negotiating, and resolving conflicts. 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. Resumes limited to two pages. Federal agencies now only accept resumes up to two pages in length. Learn more about the new resume requirements at: Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Classification & Qualifications for Federal Government Employees: ADHERENCE TO APPLICABLE HAF/AFMC/AFTC STRATEGIC HIRING GUIDANCE IS REQUIRED #J-18808-Ljbffr Air Force Test Center