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Electronics Engineer (NH-0855-03)

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About the Role:

The Air Force Test Center is looking for a Full-Time Electronics Engineer (NH-0855-03) to work at the 96 TW Air Force SEEK EAGLE Office (AFSEO) (96 SK/SKI) at Eglin Air Force Base.  In the AFSEO (96 TW SK), there are multiple positions open in the Electromagnetic Compatibility Branch.

We test and evaluate state-of-the-art weapon systems, provide quality installation and mission support, and serve as responsible stewards of our resources to deliver war-winning capabilities. 

Announcement Length/Closes: 6/19/2026

Location: Valparaiso, FL (Eglin Air Force Base)

Typical 2026 salary range: $89,508 - $138,370 per year (includes Locality)

Travel Requirements: Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY) by military or commercial aircraft approximately 30 days per  year.

Areas of Consideration (AOC): Department – wide (DoD)

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 paid relocation (Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs MAY be paid). 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.

Desired Skills:

- Experience performing electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) analyses on aircraft and stores which includes testing the actual aircraft and store combination on legacy and 5th generation aircraft.

- Experience of working in a testing environment and using and setting up equipment to support testing.

- Experience in using computational electromagnetic (CEM) programs, and other Computer aided design (CAD) programs. CST and NX 11 experience are preferred.

- Writing technical products with supporting data to support your end analysis of said product.

Major Duties:

- Work on multiple projects at one time, and support Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility (EMIC) testing supporting those projects.

- Review technical data, previous rationales, Application tools, CEM modeling and referencing Military Standards (MIL-STD-461/464) to support the writing and reviewing of new technical rationale.

- Work with outside and internal teams to schedule and conduct EMIC testing in support of project completion.

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 & maintain required security clearance
  • Possess/Ability to obtain required DAWIA certification within 3 years
  • Travel may be required up to 25% of the time.
  • Must possess a degree in Engineering Technology qualifying for this position. Incumbent must possess a -professional engineering degree from an accredited school of engineering.
  • Knowledge of professional aerospace engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment to effectively apply advanced engineering theories, principles, and concepts to project development, execution, and advisory services.

***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 https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include

 

 Please send resumes to: Phil Nadenbousch, philip.nadenbousch@us.af.mil, Hiring Manager; LeAnne Archer, bonnie.archer.2@us.af.mil, HRL

 

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