Electronics Engineer (RYM)

Job Overview

The Passive Electro Optic and Infrared Sensing Branch (AFRL/RYMT), Sensors Directorate, seeks to hire three Mid-level Scientists & Engineers in Dayton, OH.

The salary range for this position including the Dayton, OH locality is (DR-02 $91,653 - $143,917).

OPEN TO CURRENT AFMC CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES ONLY.

• The position is open to candidates currently at the DR-01 (or equivalent grade) level eligible for promotion and/or current DR-02 (or equivalent grade) level candidates for reassignment.
• This job announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 13 Feb 2026.
• Position duties include, but are not limited to:
• Serve as a bench-level scientist and engineer (S&E) performing research and development (R&D) in line with the Passive Electro-Optic and Infrared (EO/IR) Sensing Branch mission.
• Conduct R&D for applications in air and surface targeting missions, primarily from air and space-based platforms.
• Engage in research activities including modeling and simulation (M&S), design, development, calibration, and ground/flight testing.
• Contribute to algorithm exploitation of passive EO/IR systems.
• Manage and coordinate program efforts related to passive EO/IR technologies.
• Develop and/or modify new methods, approaches, and scientific knowledge to solve challenges in passive EO/IR technologies.
• Analyze and resolve complex issues and problems with minimal guidance using scientific and technological knowledge.
• Oversee and manage contracted R&D to ensure alignment with mission needs.
• Communicate and provide subject matter expertise to peers, senior leaders, and managers within and beyond the organization.
• Recognize opportunities and formulate plans; identify and advocate for necessary resources to meet mission requirements.
• Perform work as a key team member or lead others, making significant contributions to meet team goals.
• Collaborate effectively with others in a dynamic environment, demonstrating respect for other people and alternative viewpoints.
• Documents and presents technical progress as required.
• Maintains electronic case files in accordance with directorate requirements.
• Authors technical papers to document results as required.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

No

Required Qualifications

• United States Citizenship
• Positions will be filled using occupational series within the SCIENTIST AND ENGINEERS career field. The applicant must be able to meet the OPM Qualification Standards for the position being filled.
• Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/electronics-engineering-series-0855/.
• Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade, DR-01, or equivalent in other pay systems. This includes experience in developing, maturing, and/or producing EO/IR sensing technologies; formulating, overseeing, and executing technical research and development programs; leadership of cross-organizational teams; and mentoring engineers and scientists.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance with access to SCI and SAP security clearance.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent will be subject to random testing.
• Technical expertise in military EO/IR sensing technology development, maturation, and/or production for airborne and space-based applications.
• Experience in development and coordination of classified projects.
• Demonstrated experience leading matrixed teams across organizations.
• Ability to perform TDY travel approximately 20% of the time on average.
• Position is eligible for situational telework. The employee must live within the commuting area of Wright-Patterson AFB.
• This position is an Acquisition Professional Development Program(APDP) position requiring Level/Tier 2 (Practitioner) Non-Critical certification in Engineering and Technical Management (N); experience requirement is 4 years; and the selectee will have 60-months to meet APDP requirements or a waiver must be obtained. *Applicants must list all completed APDP certifications in their resume.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Top Secret/SCI and Special Access Programs.
• Experience collaborating with Department of Air Force and/or US Space Force EO/IR sensing technology stakeholders, such as Program Offices, higher headquarters policy departments, other DoD offices, and related commercial industry partners.
• Knowledge and experience with Department of Air Force and/or US Space Force technology transition stakeholders, including Air Force Research Laboratory, headquarters organizations, and Major Commands
• Experience developing partnerships with external sponsors of technology development, such as DARPA.
• Understanding of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, build consensus, and resolve conflicts/problems across a collaborative community.
• Ability to deal with complex, nonstandard situations and environments.
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities, define solutions, and iterate towards increased mission effectiveness.

Additional Information

Resumes may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.

When uploading documents, please utilize the naming convention listed below. The requisition number is located at the bottom of the announcement.

• Resume (PDF): Req No_66003_Last Name_First Name_Resume
• Transcript: Req No_66003_Last Name_First Name_Transcript*
• SF-50: Req No_66003_Last Name_First Name_SF-50

*If uploading multiple transcripts, the naming convention should include "Transcript BS" or
"Transcript MA" as applicable.

Required documents include:
• Federal resume with relevant start and end dates in MM/DD/YY, per experience.
• Unofficial Transcripts Required
• Most recent SF-50 for current federal employees; redact all PII
• Requisition Number: 66003

Series

0855