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Security Alarm Engineer
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- $40 to $50 USD / hour
Engineer, program, configure, test, and commission enterprise access control and video surveillance systems, including LenelS2 OnGuard, Genetec Security Center and Synergis, and Software…
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Software Engineer II
Amentum
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IT Software Engineer IV
Idaho Division of Human Resources
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Considerable knowledge of software architecture, systems integration, application design, cloud technologies, development methodologies, testing practices, and modern software engineering…
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…re-inventing an existing platform through heavy modification and integration of advanced autonomy, mission systems, and…
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Space Launch Engineer, SSC/SYD 80
Space Systems Command
Kirtland AFB, NM
- $90,479 to $139,871 USD / year
…Force's premier rapid response launch team as a Space Launch Engineer & Program Manager, where your work directly supports the Nation's most critical defense missions. This is your chance…
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Senior Engineer, SSC/SW
Space Systems Command
Chantilly, VA
- $142,488 to $195,200 USD / year
…leadership regarding the strategic continuation, redirection, or integration of major defense systems. Acting as a collaborative bridge across military branches, defense agencies, and…
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ENGINEER/SCIENTIST
Naval Sea Systems Command
Crane, IN
- $125,776 to $192,331 USD / year
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Franklin Templeton
Baltimore, MD
- $100,400 to $118,200 USD / year
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…gas turbines, reciprocating engines, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, and associated balance of plant infrastructure. The scope includes major civil, mechanical,…
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General Engineer
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Peterson AFB, CO
- $129,096 to $197,200 USD / year
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GPS Engineer
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Supervisory Engineer - Strategic Education Outreach Director
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Naval Surface Warfare Center, MD
- $143,913 to $197,200 USD / year
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MISSILE BRANCH SAFETY LEAD
STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS (SSP)
Washington Navy Yard, DC
- $143,913 to $197,200 USD / year
You will be responsible for system engineering, integration and test of the assigned program. | You will review and assess overall progress, and develop solutions for all technical,…
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Senior Data Center Controls Engineer
Google
Reston, VA · Atlanta, GA · Austin, TX · Kirkland, WA · New York, NY · San Francisco, CA · Sunnyvale, CA
Experience with mission critical systems (24x7 and no-fail) and operations (e.g., power generation, data center, refinery, chip fabrication, chemical plant processing, etc.).
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Staff Software Engineer, Accelerators Systems Platforms Software Architect
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…firmware, Linux kernel drivers, hardware design simulators, integration within Google server and cluster configuration, monitoring and massive distributed systems. We are helping develop…
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Remote, United States
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General Engineer
Missile Defense Agency
Schriever AFB, CO · Redstone Arsenal, AL
- $130,987 to $197,200 USD / year
…The incumbent will be responsible for serving as a General Engineer for The Engineering Directorate supporting Command & Control, Battle Management & Communications…
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BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST (ENVIRONMENTAL)
Air Combat Command
Luke AFB, AZ
- $93,629 to $121,720 USD / year
…experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a wide range of complex environmental science duties;…
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Aerospace Engineer
U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command
Fort Eustis, VA
- $127,646 to $195,190 USD / year
About the Position: Serves as a Aerospace Engineer for the US Army Aviation and Missile Command, Aviation Integration Directorate, located in Fort Eustis, VA.
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Quality Analyst Engineer - Senior
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United States
- $120,000 to $135,000 USD / year
· Knowledge of integration testing of third-party systems.
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Field System Technician
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Millersport, OH
…gas turbines, reciprocating engines, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, and associated balance of plant infrastructure. The scope includes major civil, mechanical,…
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Civil Engineer
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Rock Island, IL · New Orleans, LA · Saint Louis, MO · Vicksburg, MS · Memphis, TN · Saint Paul, MN
- $89,508 to $126,859 USD / year
About the Position: Serves as a Journey-Level Navigation/Civil Engineer conducting complex analysis, design, and technical reviews for inland navigation structures and systems, including…
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Technical Architect Senior
Jobgether
Remote, United States
- $201,950 USD / year
At least 5 years of professional experience as an Information Systems Architect, Technical Architect, Software Engineer, Enterprise Systems Architect, or in a closely related position.
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Embedded Software Test Automation Engineer
Cintal, Inc.
Chillicothe, IL
- $90,000 to $110,000 USD / year
Develop and validate embedded software for engine control systems.

Space Systems Command

Space Launch Engineer, SSC/SYD 80

Kirtland AFB, NM, United States

$90,479 to $139,871 USD / year

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Pay: $90,479 to $139,871 USD / year
Apply by: Nov 11, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

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Summary Do not email applications. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here.

For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn.Duties The United States Space Force (USSF) at Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque, NM L is searching for a Space Launch Engineer to support SSC/SYD 80 (NH-0801-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent).

Description:

Are You Ready to Launch Your Career into Orbit? Join the United States Space Force's premier rapid response launch team as a Space Launch Engineer & Program Manager, where your work directly supports the Nation's most critical defense missions. This is your chance to lead high-stakes launch acquisition and operations across a constellation of national priorities-including missions for the USSF, Office of the Secretary of War (OSW), Army, Navy, Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC), and the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Golden Dome space-based interceptor program. If you are an experienced launch systems engineer driven by technical excellence, complex problem-solving, and operational velocity, this is where your expertise commands center stage. If you are an experienced launch systems engineer driven by team work, technical excellence, complex problem-solving, and operational velocity, this is where your expertise commands center stage.

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:

Lead Integrated Action Teams: Drive multidisciplinary engineering, acquisition, and operational squads to formulate bold launch strategies and guarantee total mission readiness.
Conduct Deep Technical & Acquisition Evaluations: Spearhead rigorous mission assurance reviews, risk-reduction audits, and technical trade studies on next-generation launch vehicles and space payloads.
Brief Executive Leadership: Translate complex technical, schedule, and mission-assurance data into high-impact, actionable briefings for senior military general officers and civilian agency directors.
Drive Full Mission Lifecycles: Guide and pilot world-class launch teams from initial operational concept, launch vehicle integration, and range safety all the way through countdown, ignition, and orbital deployment.

.... Why You Matter: You'll be at the forefront of safeguarding America's space launch architecture, driving innovation through cross-functional collaboration and technical excellence. Your leadership will ensure our warfighters have the space-based capabilities they need-when they need them.

Ideal Candidate:

This position plays a vital role in supporting the United States Space Force (USSF) and the Department of War (DoW) by focusing on the sustainability and enhancement of global space launch systems. The primary responsibility of the position is to serve as the focal point for launch operations and acquisition of logistics, maintenance, supply, engineering, mission assurance, solid rocket motor operations and launch services, ensuring mission readiness and success.

Experience: Applicants should have experience in engineering and/or program management or related fields, ideally within the DoW or a similar environment. Proven experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing complex programs characterized by significant uncertainties and risks is essential. Applicants must demonstrate a history of developing and implementing acquisition policies, procedures, strategic plans and source selection experience that enhance mission execution effectiveness. Experience leading/supporting integrated product teams; experience with solid rocket motor launch operations/missions, experience with implementing requirements and monitoring performance; developing cost estimates; planning/conflict resolution between many organizations; and communicating project status (written/brief) with Space Systems Command (SSC) leadership up to the General Officer Commander, PAE, Division Chief and Branch Chief levels; customer mission managers, and contractors (mission assurance/technical/mission support/launch service contractors). Establishes management controls such as milestones, expenditure rates, management indicators, and management reviews to reflect program status and provide early detection of emerging problems. Reviews documents to assess impact on the mission preparation and execution. Organizes teamwork efforts and leads a team of specialists in resolving technical, schedule, cost, and supportability issues. Support/lead team(s) to develop, implement, and control financial and technical aspects of projects (launch operations, acquisition, mission preparation, etc.). Generate specific plans, goals, and objectives consistent with policies and requirements. Organize, direct, and coordinate activities of functional specialists (engineering, contracting, program control, finance, logistics and mission assurance). Review progress of contractors in meeting objectives. Keep Leadership and team informed of project status and resolution actions.

Qualifications

The 0801 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. How you will be evaluated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:

Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.How to apply Do not email applications. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here.

PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.

Other information Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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