About the Role:
The Air Force Test Center is looking for a Full-Time Aircraft Configuration Control/Scheduling Assistant (NK-0303-03) to work at the 412th Test Wing, 412th Test Engineering Group, 812th Aircraft Instrumentation Test Squadron, Modification Flight (812 AITS/ENIM) at Edwards AFB.
In this position you will be required to provide scheduling, configuration control, and T-2 Aircraft Modification process expertise in order to effectively and safely execute T-2 modifications for all aircraft that are under the Configuration Control Board (CCB) control of the AFTC at EAFB. Maintain accurate and complete electronic T-2 modification data packages for all T-2 modifications.
Announcement Closes: 6 Aug 2026.
Location: Edwards, CA (Edwards Air Force Base)
Typical 2026 salary range: $65,148 - $103,006 per year (includes Locality)
Travel Requirements: Approximately 5 days per year.
Areas of Consideration (AOC): Command – wide (AFMC)
Incentives:
This position may be eligible for paid relocation (Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs may be paid). Specifics will be discussed with the Selecting Official.
Desired Skills:
- Computer skills with Microsoft Office and spreadsheets required.
- Strong communication skills required.
- Demonstrated leadership ability through experience, mentoring and continuous self-improvement desired.
Major Duties:
- Maintains T2 Modification configuration/documentation control on all AFTC assigned aircraft and updates records to reflect and track all installed modifications.
- Reviews and interprets publications, operating instructions, and processes promulgated by DoD, USAF, AFMC, AFTC, and 412TW organizations concerning regulatory requirements.
- T-2 modification process expert. Resolves complex problems which involve advising engineering, maintenance and contracting activities regarding processes for preparing, approving and installing T-2 modifications.
- Gathers T-2 modification project/scheduling data from project managers and electronic planning systems to plan and coordinate the scheduling of aircraft down-time and project future required maintenance support (crew chiefs, avionics, weight and balance, maintenance personnel etc.) for multiple platforms to effectively execute T-2 modifications.
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
- Ability to obtain & maintain a Security clearance
- Knowledge of maintenance activities, engineering functions and project planning/scheduling, and their relationship with aircraft modifications.
- Knowledge of government guidelines, regulations, processes, instructions and supplements relating to T-2 modifications.
- Knowledge of aircraft scheduling/tracking systems, project scheduling systems and ability to input data, collect, interpret, combine and brief this data.
- Skill in interpersonal relations, communication, and dealing effectively with others.
- Ability to analyze processes and methods to apply general principles to specific situations when not specifically covered by guidelines..
***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: 412TENG.CL.Manpower@us.af.mil Please reference PID# 26-195132156 in the subject line.
ADHERENCE TO APPLICABLE HAF/AFMC/AFTC STRATEGIC HIRING GUIDANCE IS REQUIRED