Computer Scientist

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.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Computer Scientist (NH-1550-03) to work at Air Force Materiel Command, (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center location in Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, Ohio. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.

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Recruitment, Relocation, Retention and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized.

Roster may be used to fill like vacancies for the next 120 days

Salary Range ($92,841 - $143,523) Yearly with locality pay included)

Job Open Date 6/26/2026

Job Close Date 7/10/2026

Who may apply: All U.S. Citizens

Senior Computer Scientist: Lead the Code Behind Our Newest Warfighting Capabilities!

Are you a senior computer scientist ready to apply your technical mastery to the front lines of defense innovation? The Execution Branch is seeking a premier Subject Matter Expert (SME) to take on technical project execution and operational responsibility.

In this high-impact, working-level expert role, you will be the organization's go-to technical authority. You will provide the computer science expertise, project oversight, and technical leadership necessary to ensure the success of our most critical programs, delivering leading-edge, customer-focused Agile software development that powers the Department of the Air Force's newest war-winning capabilities.

What You Will Accomplish:

As a senior technical authority within the Execution Branch, your daily focus will be on solving complex software challenges and guiding project execution. You will:

- Serve as the Technical Authority: Act as the organization's premier computer science expert, providing the advanced technical vision and project execution strategies necessary to guarantee program success.

- Guide and Evaluate Engineering Designs: Oversee multiple critical phases of the software development lifecycle, serving as a senior technical reviewer to guide, evaluate, and elevate the design activities of other engineers.

- Drive Agile Software Excellence: Architect and develop leading-edge, customer-focused software solutions utilizing modern, highly agile development methodologies.

- Manage Project Execution: Take hands-on operational responsibility for computer science assignments, masterfully balancing technical risk, development schedules, and project milestones.

- Deliver War-Winning Capabilities: Directly contribute to the design, coding, testing, and deployment of critical software solutions that give our warfighters a decisive, uncompromised technological advantage.

The Technical Backbone of Defense Innovation. In modern, multi-domain warfare, superiority is defined by the software that powers our systems. By standing as the senior computer scientist for our Execution Branch, you are directly ensuring that our software is secure, integrated, and flawless, providing our warfighters with the advanced tools they need to dominate the battlefield.

If you are a professional computer scientist who thrives on solving complex system challenges, guiding technical projects, and mentoring other developers, I highly encourage you to apply. Join the team that writes the future of defense technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- U.S. Citizenship

- Obtain & maintain a Secret security clearance

- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft

- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours

- Designated as a Non-Critical Acquisition Position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP)

- Drug testing designated position

-Obtain and maintain Cyberspace certification

Recruitment Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of the theories, concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, and materials of professional computer science, and knowledge of other technical disciplines to effectively apply computer software, software systems and computer hardware architectural theories, principles, and concepts to areas of responsibility.

2. Knowledge of the principles of planning, program management, and standard acquisition regulations,

practices, and procedures.

3. Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures.

4. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an

organization.

5. Ability to research, evaluate, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures to a variety of situations and to recommend timely and economical solutions.

RESUME: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. 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. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on how to complete the two-page resume is located at

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.

Click the apply button to complete an application and upload a resume no more than 2 pages (PDF Form) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).

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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.

Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.