AFNWC Hiring Events

The Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center is hosting a recruitment and hiring event March 17-18, 2026, for positions at Hill Air Force Base, near Layton, Utah.

This will be an invitation-only recruitment and hiring event; it is not open to the public. Interested candidates should apply using this link: APPLY NOW.

All resumes will be reviewed prior to the event, and interviews may be scheduled for March 17 or 18. Selected applicants will be contacted and provided location information the week before the event. Submission of your resume constitutes your agreement to participate in this event.

Registration closes March 8, 2026. APPLY NOW to participate.

Candidates seeking opportunities at other AFNWC locations may apply through the Resume Dropbox below.

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Candidates seeking other opportunities at AFNWC, CLICK HERE to apply with the AFNWC resume dropbox. Share your occupational interests and location preferences and upload your resume. If a position that aligns with your skill set and preferences becomes available, an AFNWC recruiter will reach out to confirm your interest.

AFNWC Job Openings

Lead General Engineers

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  • Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center
Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs, and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities on behalf of the United States Air Force.

OPENS: 2 MARCH 2026
CLOSES: 16 MARCH 2026

**IMPORTANT**
  • AFNWC is requiring the 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
  • Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience, education, and professional development is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors.
  • The hiring manager will reject any illegible/unreadable resumes or resumes that do not comply with the 2-page limitation.
  • Provide all academic degrees, professional military education and any other professional certifications on your 2-page resume.

Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) is seeking two full-time Lead General Engineers to work in the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Systems Directorate, Sentinel Systems Division at Hill Air Force Base, Utah.

These positions (986562, 986644) are NH-0801-04s, which have a typical 2026 salary range of $125,776 – $192,331.

The primary purpose of these positions is to serve as Sentinel Lead Systems Engineers.

DUTIES:
  • Serve as a Sentinel Lead Systems Engineer for either the Sentinel Launch Silos Branch or Sentinel Launch Centers Branch within the Sentinel Launch Systems IPT.
  • The position is responsible to lead, define, manage, and integrate efforts associated with: Systems Engineering, Enterprise Combined Test Management, Weapon System Effectiveness, Weapon System Certification, and Specialty Engineering functions. Additionally, the position will implement sound systems-engineering technical processes on assigned systems, sub-systems, or commodities.
  • Exercise significant system, sub-system, or commodity responsibility and/or authority, as determined by the Sentinel Chief Engineer.
  • Lead systems engineering staff with knowledge in interpreting needs/requirements; evaluate design approaches and trade studies; execute test, verification and production strategies to deliver operational capability.
  • Ensure continued Operational Safety, Suitability & Effectiveness (OSS&E) or provide necessary information to those responsible for OSS&E, on assigned fielded systems.
  • Lead technical planning for new developments by applying advanced theories, concepts, and principles. Develop and apply new engineering processes and technical approaches that improve mission success and/or system performance.
  • Lead and assess contractor efforts, performance progress, and contractor resolution of technical problems.
  • Conduct technical reviews of contractor proposals, engineering change recommendations, and systems engineering design reviews of systems and subsystems.
  • Evaluate technical risks and make independent technical decisions to optimize system performance to best satisfy operational needs and weapon system objectives.
  • Work with the Sentinel Launch Silos or Launch Centers Branch Chief, Launch Systems IPT Lead Engineer, other Sentinel Lead Engineers, and the Director of Engineering to ensure the proficiency of the science and engineering team.

EXPERIENCE:
  • At least eight (8) years of relevant technical experience is required to perform this critical Systems Engineering role. Specialized experience at the NH-04 or equivalent grade as a Lead Product Engineer or Lead Systems Engineer managing small to medium teams is required; nuclear experience is highly preferred.
  • A minimum of 4 years of experience leading and/or managing teams; ability to plan, organize and direct the engineering functional organization and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization through subordinate supervisors as well as analyze, plan, and adjust workloads of one or more organization to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.
  • Experience in defense weapon system and nuclear weapon system development, especially experience related to Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBM) is highly desired.

ABILITY: Demonstrated accomplishment relative to a subject matter, to apply concepts, synthesize, and make decisions
  • Advanced multidisciplinary professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, equipment, and of system engineering and efforts required to achieve and preserve OSS&E in systems or end-items.
  • Analyze, plan and adjust work operations to meet program objectives and requirements within available resources.

SKILL: Demonstrated experience to process, translate, and interpret subject matter
  • Evaluating state-of-the-art and advancements in theory, application, technology, and policy affecting systems being developed. Evaluation of novel processes in planning, organizing, and directing the functions and staff in critical aspects of development, production, and/or support of systems, subsystems, or equipment.
  • Manage multi-functional, dynamic engineering teams with diverse stakeholders, establishing and maintaining effective relationships, building consensus and coalitions, negotiating, and resolving conflicts with individuals and groups from diverse organizations and backgrounds as well as communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.

KNOWLEDGE: An understanding of the ideas, concepts, principles, theories, and techniques
  • Mission, roles, functions, organizational structure, and operation of the DoD, Air Force, and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence systems acquisition, development, and/or sustainment.
  • Implementation of the government acquisition process as defined by the Defense Acquisition University and in accordance with DoDI 5000.02, Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION (NOT ALL-INCLUSIVE):
  • U.S. 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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:
  1. When applying at the link below, please use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome.
  2. Click here to apply: https://afcs.experience.crmforce.mil/s/registration?jobId=a05Rw000004e7lFIAQ by Midnight Eastern Time, 16 MARCH 2026. Complete your application and upload your resume and any additional documents (e.g., unofficial transcripts, certifications, cover letters, etc.).
  3. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) will be covered. Recruitment incentives and or relocation costs might be offered upon review of qualifications, and other significant factors.
  4. If you have questions about this position or about the application process, please contact AFNWC Talent Acquisition at afnwc.dpd.talentacquisitions@us.af.mil .
  5. To find all current job and internship opportunities at the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, visit the AFNWC webpage at: https://www.afnwc.af.mil/About-Us/Jobs/.
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U.S. citizenship required. AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. Must be of legal working age.