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OPENS: 21 APRIL 2026
CLOSES: 5 MAY 2026
Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) is currently seeking a Multi-Disciplinary Engineer to work in the Minuteman III (MMIII) Systems Division, Ground Electrical Branch at Hill Air Force Base near Layton, Utah.
This position (206025) may be filled as either NH-801-03, NH-830-03 or NH-855-03. This position has a typical 2026 salary range of $89,508 - $138,370.
*Recruitment, Relocation, Retention, and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized.
**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.
The AFNWC MMIII Systems Division manages a major sustainment program charged to maintain the MMIII Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) System, providing a strategic deterrent to nuclear attack against the United States. The Ground Electrical Branch manages a wide portfolio ranging from user interfaces to power and security supporting ICBM sustainment.
The primary purpose of this position is to evaluate and solve the complex, technical problems specific to the MMIII program – the active ground-based leg of America’s Nuclear Triad.
DUTIES:
- Serves as an engineer on a multi-disciplinary team, providing technical leadership and expertise on contractor work performance to include tracking progress, evaluating work products, supporting missions, and facilitating process development/improvement initiatives.
- Actively uses Systems Engineering principles and processes in support of multiple sustainment and acquisition efforts.
- Serves as the MMIII technical subject matter expert for assigned areas and advises on technical design, development, acquisition, test, and operational issues related to requirements, systems engineering, safety, and security.
- Supports projects for the engineering team, setting priorities and tracking multiple technical issues at a time across multiple programs.
- Communicates issues and resolutions to contractors, stakeholders, and team members with varying technical backgrounds.
- Engages with extended and geographically dispersed stakeholders including subject matter experts from across AFNWC, Air Force Global Strike Command, support contractors, etc., to ensure technical activities are successfully planned, coordinated, and executed.
SKILLS:
- Three or more years of relevant engineering experience is typically desired to successfully perform as an engineer.
- Experience in areas such as research and development, design, acquisition, production, maintenance, repair, engineering support, testing and evaluation, and/or system modification is preferred.
- Understanding of DoD weapon systems issues, and experience working with government organizations in areas such as research and development, design, acquisition, production, maintenance, repair, engineering support, testing and evaluation, and/or system modification is highly valued.
- Familiarity with ICBM MMIII weapon system is preferred.
- Experience administering systems engineering principles and identifying weapon system sustainment needs is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with the integration of nuclear hardness, environmental/corrosion, and safety is desirable.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION (NOT ALL-INCLUSIVE):
HOW TO APPLY:
- When applying at the link below, please use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome. Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word format) and any additional documents (e.g., certifications, DD214, SF-50, etc.).
- Apply: https://afcs.experience.crmforce.mil/s/registration?jobId=a05Rw000005FTbVIAW by Midnight Mountain Time 5 MAY 2026. Complete your application and upload your resume and any additional documents (e.g., unofficial transcripts, professional references, certifications, cover letters, etc.).
- Candidates may be asked to provide three professional references upon request.
- Recruitment incentives/relocation expenses may be covered on a case by case basis.
- If you have questions about this position or about the application process, please contact AFNWC Talent Acquisition at afnwc.dpd.talentacquisitions@us.af.mil .
- 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.