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Chief Engineer, Sld 30 Launch And Test Range Systems

Space Systems Command | Vandenberg AFB, CA

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Posted Date 6/26/2025
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For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn.The United States Space Force (USSF) at Vandenberg Space Force Base is searching for a Chief Engineer for SLD 30 Launch and Test Range Systems (NH-0855-04, GS-14/15 Equivalent).

Description:
Come serve as the Chief Engineer of Launch and Test Range Systems at Space Launch Delta 30! Nestled on the beautiful California Central Coast, you will join a team of professionals responsible for a range and spaceport with an increasing launch cadence and important role in the test and evaluation of weapon systems that are key to our Nation's security and defense.


Ideal Candidate:
Ideal candidate would be a leader with excellent communication and critical thinking skills that understands multiple engineering disciplines and can lead a team of engineers and technical staff on complex multi-phase efforts. Experience with DoD test ranges and associated instrumentation systems is desired. The ability to lead and supervise personnel is a must. Candidate must have initiative, foresight and the ability to work with minimal guidance. There will also be an expectation to develop and maintain capability roadmaps and be able to smartly set requirements to sustain and improve the range.


Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of the theories, concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, and materials of multidisciplinary professional engineering to effectively apply advanced engineering theories, principles, and concepts to new applications, experimental theories, and other areas of responsibility.
2. Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures.
3. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization.
4. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in a professional manner with peers, management, contractors, academia, and other agencies.
5. Knowledge of planning and program management to execute major projects, provide expert advice to colleagues, and present innovative recommendations for advancing programs and/or methods.
6. Ability to research, evaluate, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures to a variety of situations and to recommend timely and economical solutions.

The 0855 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed here. In addition to the above requirements you can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 4th section titled Professional and Scientific Positions.
Salary145,180.00 - 195,200.00 Annual

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