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The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Computer Scientist (NH-1550-03) to work at Air Force Materiel Command, (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center location at Peterson AFB, Colorado Springs, CO. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.
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Recruitment, Relocation, Retention and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized.
Roster may be used to fill like vacancies for the next 120 days
Salary Range ($91,870 - $142,022)Yearly
Job Open Date 7/24/2026
Job Close Date 8/7/2026
Who may apply: US Citizens
Computer Scientist: Secure Our Nation's Premier Space Systems in Colorado Springs!
Are you a professional computer scientist ready to apply your expertise to projects at the absolute forefront of the nation's space mission? The Space Systems Sustainment Flight, a specialized unit located at Peterson Air Force Base in beautiful Colorado Springs, CO, is seeking a skilled technical expert to work on our most critical satellite communication and GPS programs.
As a key member of our technical team, you will apply your deep computer science knowledge to sustain and enhance the software that underpins our military's vital satellite communications (MILSATCOM) and command and control capabilities. This is an unparalleled opportunity to contribute directly to systems that are indispensable to national security, all while helping to define the future of space system support.
What You'll Accomplish:
-Sustain Critical Satellite Communications: Perform essential engineering sustainment for protected MILSATCOM software, including the Air Force Command Post Terminal (AFCPT), Time Distribution Subsystem Preprocessor (TDSPP), and Milstar applications.
-Support GPS and Command & Control Systems: Contribute directly to the legendary Global Positioning System (GPS) and the Command and Control System-Consolidated (CCS-C) by providing crucial program office support, including requirements management and testing.
-Be a Key Technical Contributor: As a subject matter expert, your work will be vital across multiple phases of the development and sustainment process, ensuring the technical integrity and success of our space programs.
-Enable Future Space Missions: Play a hands-on role in shaping the future by performing critical workload transition tasks for the next generation of the 517th's software space systems sustainment.
If you are a computer scientist with a passion for the space mission and the technical skills to solve complex challenges, we invite you to apply. Join our team in Colorado Springs and put your expertise to work securing our nation's assets in the ultimate high ground.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- U.S. Citizenship
- Obtain & maintain the appropriate Security clearance
- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours
- This position has been designated as an Non-Critical Acquisition Position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP)
Recruitment Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of the theories, concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, and materials of professional computer science, and knowledge of other technical disciplines to effectively apply computer software, software systems and computer hardware architectural theories, principles, and concepts to areas of
responsibility.
2. Knowledge of the principles of planning, program management, and standard acquisition regulations, practices, and procedures.
3. Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures.
4. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization.
5. Ability to research, evaluate, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures to a variety of situations and to recommend timely and economical solutions.
RESUME:
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 is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on how to complete the two-page resume is located at
https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit.
Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Click the apply button to complete an application and upload a resume no more than 2 pages (PDF Form) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.