Supervisory General Engineer
Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Systems Directorate (AFNWC/NI) is seeking one full-time Supervisory AcqDemo NH-801-04, Supervisory General Engineer to be the Chief for Future Capabilities & Technology Insertion Division, located at Hill AFB, near Layton UT. Join the AFNWC team to help modernize mission assurance integration in support of strategic deterrence – a top Secretary of Defense priority.
This position (986389) is an NH-801-04 or NH-1101-04 which has a typical 2026 salary range of $125,776– $192,331 (Locality pay included).
This position is a Supervisory General Engineer (NH-0801-04); however, the 1101 job series (Acquisition Program Management Specialist) may be considered.
This position is a rotational executive development opportunity and as such is expected to be a three-year assignment.
**IMPORTANT**
- AFNWC is requiring a 2-page resume format for our job announcements. Please access this link to learn more about what to include in your resume: https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include
- If you submit a resume that is more than 2 pages, you may receive an error message. Please submit no more than a 2-page resume to be considered.
- Provide all academic degrees, professional military education and any other professional certifications on your 2-page resume.
- Candidates may be asked to provide three professional references upon request.
Mission Statement: The Future Capabilities & Technology Insertion Division advances ICBM technologies and delivers innovative capabilities to outpace adversary threats and strengthen nuclear deterrence.
This position leads a dynamic, focused, and innovative team driving technological advancement providing the ICBM Enterprise with future mission capability optionality. The team identifies, advances, and establishes transition paths for promising technology to sustain our current weapon systems, accelerate the development of the next ICBM systems and enable future capabilities. The current organizational structure of the team includes demonstration and validation of emerging technologies, digital futures, future test capabilities, and next-generation re-entry vehicles. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Supervisory Division Chief reporting directly to the ICBM Systems Deputy PEO, responsible for future capability development and technology insertion. The selectee will exercise Supervisory and Leadership responsibility over day-to-day operations of the Division, leading engineering and management work to enable rapid fielding of critical capabilities and technologies for ICBM weapon systems.
This position will:
Serve as Division Chief managing full spectrum of ICBM future capability development and technology insertion while ensuring employees are properly organized, trained, and equipped to execute the mission.
- Serve as the lead for contractual and funding sources for technical problem solutions, bridging the technology insertion chasm to delivering capability to ensure continued strategic deterrence in the face of evolving threats.
- Collaborate with NI and Air Force Global Strike Command peers to identify capability needs.
- Collaborate with ICBM Systems Technical Director to develop Technology Roadmaps including capability development and technology insertion, securing resources and inter-agency commitments.
- Monitor technology cost, schedule, performance, and risk; advises senior leaders on technology maturation, material development, acquisition, test, and operational issues related to requirements, systems engineering, finance, performance, and schedule trade-offs.
- Develop and present technical and programmatic briefings to senior military and civilian leaders, government mission partners, and/or members of Congress.
- Perform personnel management tasks, such as assigning work, organizing and conducting training, acquiring necessary resources, and providing feedback.
- Leverage multiple funding sources and contractual strategies such as SBIR (Small Business Innovation and Research), Tactical Funding Increase (TACFI) and Strategic Funding Increase (STRATFI), Emerging Technologies, etc.
The candidate will be assessed on their knowledge and experience with:
- Ten or more years of progressively complex experience in a Department of War (DoW) acquisition environment is required; experience including ICBM weapon system lifecycle management is highly desired.
- Knowledge of and skill in evaluating state-of-the-art and advancements in theory, application, technology, and policy affecting systems being developed, and in planning, organizing, and directing the functions and staff in critical aspects of development, production, and/or support of systems, subsystems, or equipment.
- Experience supervising and integrating a multi-functional workforce of Acquisition Managers, Logistics Management Specialists, Engineers, Computer Scientists, Finance and Contract Managers, and Information Technology Managers is highly desired.
- Refined communication and teamwork skills to effectively interface with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, as well as independence, assertiveness, self-reliance, and tenacity to get the job done is required.
- Experience working ACAT l programs with the understanding and knowledge to implement the government acquisition process as defined by Warfighting Acquisition University is preferred.
- Strong background in collateral, sensitive compartmentalized, and special access program security experience is highly desired.
- Understanding of Air Force and DoD requirements related to nuclear standards is preferred.
Requirements:
- US CITIZENSHIP
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance and required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
- To qualify as an Engineer, employee must meet the education and specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf
- For Engineers, employee must meet Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements, which includes achieving Engineering and Technical Management “Practitioner” certification category within required timeframe after appointment. A professional engineering degree at the bachelor’s level from an ABET accredited institution is required; an advanced engineering degree, such as a Master’s or a PhD is preferred.
- For Acquisition Program Management Specialists, employee must meet Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements, which includes achieving Program Management “Advanced” certification category within required timeframe after appointment.
- This position is designated as a drug testing position. The incumbent is subjected to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing thereafter.
- In accordance with the Ethics in Government Act, 1978, employee may be required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.
- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
HOW TO APPLY:
- When applying at the link below, please use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome.
- Click here to apply: https://afcs.experience.crmforce.mil/s/registration?jobId=a05Rw000004H6t7IAC Midnight Eastern Time 20 FEBRUARY 2026. Complete your application and upload your resume and any additional documents (e.g., unofficial transcripts, professional references, certifications, cover letters, etc.).
- **IMPORTANT**
- Please submit your resume and supporting documents in MS Word or PDF format.
- If using Microsoft Word, you must use 2018 or a more recent version, as MS Word 97-2003 documents are no longer viewable on Department of Defense computer systems.
- Candidates should provide three professional references on their resume or download their professional references on a document when applying on Salesforce.
- PCS expenses, if authorized, will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations.
- Telework Status: Eligible for situational Telework based on Supervisor approval & mission requirements.
- If you have questions about this position or about the application process, please contact AFNWC Talent Acquisition at afnwc.dpd.talentacquisitions@us.af.mil.
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U.S. citizenship required. AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. Must be of legal working age.