About the Role:
The Air Force Test Center is looking for a Full-Time Electronics Engineer NH-0855-03 to work at the 412th Test Wing, Electronic Warfare Group, 445th Test Squadron (445 TS/EWJO-OL) at Nellis Air Force Base.
The primary purpose is to apply technical work and professional electronics engineering skills in radio frequency (RF) & infrared (IR) spectrums to modeling and simulation systems that support high end advanced training and developmental and operational test and evaluation (DT&E and OT&E). These simulation systems make up a synthetic digital battle-space that consists of computer networks, digital and analog processors, hi resolution cockpit displays and controls, mechanical and electrical interfaces, and operational flight program software. The software includes algorithms for radar and IR detection and tracking of virtual and constructive entities, electronic warfare effects, and electronic attack & protection capabilities. The position covers the ability to lead a test & engineering team responsible for planning, executing, analyzing, and reporting on test & training programs. These programs include advanced weapon systems (i.e. 4th and 5th Gen fighters, and beyond) operating within a representative synthetic battle-space that incorporate linked, high and medium fidelity, friendly and hostile human-in-the-loop aircraft simulators.
Announcement Length/Closes: 30 calendar days
Location: Las Vegas, NV (Nellis Air Force Base)
Typical 2026 salary range: $91,427 - $141,337 Per Year (includes Locality)
Travel Requirements: Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY) by military or commercial aircraft approximately 60 days per year.
Areas of Consideration (AOC): Department – wide (DoD)
Desired Skills:
1 year of experience in computer programming desired
1 year of experience with Linux Operating Systems
1 year of experience controlling or supporting aircraft operations or test
1 year of experience with Joint Simulation Environment operations
Major Duties:
- The primary duties required are those necessary to provide modeling and simulation expertise applied to the development, upgrade, operation, and integration of real-time constructive and virtual simulations applied to the Flying Quality, Airframe, Propulsion, Avionics, Sensors, Weapons, Data Links, Communications, and Electronic Warfare (EW) disciplines. Duties at the highest end of the broadband include that of project lead and flight dynamics/avionics/armament discipline lead.
- Ensure an integrated approach to modeling and simulation activities applied to test & high end advanced training. Require the identification, appropriation and integration of platforms, weapons, and sensor models into virtual and constructive simulation devices. Sub-system level components include flight and avionics, digital and analog processors, cockpit displays and controls, mechanical and electrical interfaces, operational flight program software, and RF/IR weapons & sensors, all of which feed a comprehensive data collection, reduction, and analysis system. Management processes to accomplish this require integration of teams, establishing quality processes, understanding of system engineering principles, competency in acquisition program management concepts, and technical knowledge across multiple interrelated and integrated technical and test disciplines.
- Participate in, and ensure integrated test program support for design reviews, Test Plan Working Groups (TPWG), and other test planning activities. Plan and participate in safety & technical readiness reviews dealing with functional and overall test & training issues and ensure customer needs for system capabilities and facilities are satisfied. Demonstrate expertise in design, development, test planning, operation, and sustainment of modeling and simulation projects, and provide mentoring, as appropriate. Coordinate activities with unit JSE-N Operations and Site Leads, JSE Chief Engineer, Program Manager, Squadron and Group Commanders, as appropriate, for proper implementation of 445 TS, 412 EWG, 412 TW, AFTC, AFMC, USAF, and DoD regulations and policies.
- Lead the contractor workforce in data collection, reduction, analysis & reporting of simulation tests and training events. Ensure application of qualitative, quantitative, and statistical analysis techniques, as needed, to meet objectives and customer requirements. IAW squadron, group, wing, and center guidance, generate quick look reports following test events to document event and test point status, and provide preliminary results to aid in follow-on mission planning activities. Generate/review interim and final reports to document test & training activities and provide information based on test & training data. Review (and modify, as required) all data deliverables to ensure they satisfy customer requirements, as outlined in the test plan, and comply with squadron, group, wing, and center guidance with respect to content and format.
- Develop, prioritize and report on organizational performance goals and objectives. Develop operating procedures, test plans, and test reports within required suspense dates established by management. Progress is assessed as the evaluation of new concepts and ideas with the implementation of those that improve organization performances and effectiveness. Project results, conclusions, and recommendations are transmitted to high level officials, including briefings to the level of General Military Officers and other high level government officials.
- Evaluate and track project performance, as a project leader and electrical engineering expert. Identify and resolve problems of a conflicting or obscure nature, taking positive corrective action. Provide technical direction and oversight to other engineers, mathematicians, aircrew, operational test agencies, using commands, other government agencies and contractor personnel regarding testing & training practices in a complex synthetic environment. Implement an effective reporting system such that there is adequate resolution of system related deficiencies. AFTC/TW/Group/Squadron leadership, JSE-N Site Lead, Chief Engineer, and Ops Supervisor are kept appraised of progress, accomplishments, project status, related impacts, and alternative solutions.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- U.S. Citizenship
- 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
- Obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance.
- Knowledge of concepts, principles, and techniques across multiple interrelated and integrated technical and test engineering disciplines applied to human-in-the-loop simulators of advanced aircraft weapon systems (4th, 5th gen and beyond). Ability to apply advanced RF, IR and communications expertise to develop and operate test events for complex integrated live, virtual and constructive battlespace test events.
- Technical knowledge of combat aircraft avionics, armament, electronic warfare systems, and related subsystems, including mission planning systems and procedures. Technical knowledge of air surveillance, early warning, target tracking, and target engagement radars; electronic warfare techniques and countermeasures; and IR tracking, jamming and countermeasure capabilities.
- Technical knowledge of RF and IR waveform emissions; ability to incorporate emissions properties into various virtual and constructive simulation models.
- Knowledge of combat air vehicles, EO/IR/RF weapons & sensors, EW, and signature management with respect to operational flight test planning, execution, and data reduction. Proficient in flight test conduct, coordination, supervision, and data analysis/evaluation as compared with applicable truth sources and model data. Experienced in technical report generation and administrative aspects of flight test programs. Skilled in the use of a variety of computer applications and software, to include high fidelity simulators, sufficient to meet desired test objectives and demonstrate/employ flying procedures and maneuvers in mission training and test events.
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Please send resumes to: 412th Electronic Warfare Group Recruiting Workflow, 412ewg.ew.recruiting@us.af.mil
ADHERENCE TO APPLICABLE HAF/AFMC/AFTC HIRING FREEZE IMPLEMENTATION GUIDANCE IS REQUIRED