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Computer Scientist NH-1550-03

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About the Role:

The Air Force Test Center is looking for a full-time Computer Scientist NH-1550-03 to work at the 412th Test Wing, 412th Electronic Warfare Group, 445th Test Squadron (445 TS/EWJI) at Edwards Air Force Base.

The primary purpose is to apply technical work and professional engineering to modeling and simulation systems that support developmental and operational test and evaluation (DT & E and OT & E) test programs. These systems consist of computer networks, system integration laboratories (SIL), and/or hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) facilities integrating digital and analog processors, cockpit displays and controls, mechanical and electrical interfaces, and operational flight program software. The software includes algorithms for navigation, ordnance targeting/delivery, flight controls, energy & propulsion management, communications, sensor imaging, and target locations and identification.

Announcement Closes: 3 August 2026.

Location: Edwards, CA (Edwards Air Force Base)

Typical 2026 salary range: $104,349 - $161,313 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)

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 Student Loan Repayment (SLR) incentive. Specifics will be discussed with the Selecting Official.

Desired Skills:

- 2 years of experience in C++ programming desired.

- 2 years of experience in DevOps process and CI/CD pipelines desired.

- 2 years of experience in computer modeling and simulations desired

Major Duties:

- Serves as 412 EWG project engineer for development of aircraft flight simulators. Prepares simulation development plans which specify computer equipment requirements for digital and analog hardware integration, cockpit interface hardware, and software design approach.

- Conducts and reports on simulator tests in the area of dynamic and static stability, performance, and flight control systems.

- Prepares technical documentation of simulator development and operation which describe, in detail, mechanization techniques, new or unique software algorithms, operations procedures, configuration control; presents test results; draws conclusions and makes recommendations.

- Performs technical and engineering work using classified information in various media and formats.

- Develops, prioritizes and reports on organization performance goals and objectives.

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.
  • This is a drug-testing designated position.
  • A professional computer science degree at the bachelor’s level from an ABET accredited institution. (Check OPM Qualifications Standard and Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR)).
  • DAWIA Certification.
  • Ability to program (various languages and protocols), integrate/manipulate models and generate computer networks for virtual, live, and constructive simulation of combat aircraft avionics, armament, or electronic warfare systems.
  • Knowledge of concepts, principles, and techniques across multiple interrelated and integrated technical and test engineering disciplines (combat aircraft avionics, armament, or electronic warfare systems or related systems/subsystems).
  • Knowledge of flight and laboratory air vehicle/missile test conduct, coordination and supervision, data analysis/evaluation and applicable flight test truth sources, joint simulation environment and techniques, technical report preparation, and administrative aspects of flight test programs. 

 

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POC Names & Emails: 412th Electronic Warfare Group Manpower Workflow: 412EWG.EWB.Manpower@us.af.mil with the subject line "Computer Scientist, NH-1550-03, 445 TS/EWJI".

 

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