Liquids and Altitude Test Branch Chief

Rosamond, CAAFRL Det 7/SST, Research Test Support Division, seeks to hire a DR-0861-03, (GS-14 equivalent) to serve as the Branch Chief for the Liquids and Altitude Test Branch at Edwards AFB, CADR-03: $104,180 - $147,224
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Job Overview

OPEN TO ALL US CITIZENS.

This announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 11:59 PM PDT, 29 May 2026. Resumes must be in DD/MMM/YYYY format.

This position serves as Liquids and Altitude Test Branch Chief, managing all test activities, operations, infrastructure buildup and sustainment. Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Supervises program managers and engineers.
  • Coordinates the efforts of cross-organizational teams, including test personnel, security, safety, quality assurance, and munitions to plan and develop test processes and conduct operations.
  • Manages cost, schedule, and performance and oversees program managers in the management of cost, schedule, and performance of rocket test infrastructure buildup, sustainment, support, and operation.
  • Manages cost, schedule, and performance and oversees program managers in the management of cost, schedule and performance of digital engineering projects in support of the Division's mission.
  • Oversees large Government and Contractor team conducting operations across multiple test pads.
  • Works with industry and DoW partners as part of Public-Private Partnerships to advance the US rocket industrial base.
  • Regularly conveys technical test stand information, readiness, and risks to peers, senior leaders within AFRL, and test customers.

Other Significant Facts:

  • Occasional travel (~10%) may be required for the position.
  • Relocation or other incentives may be offered for this position.
  • This position is an Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) position requiring Level/Tier 2 (Practitioner) non-critical certification in Program Management (A). The selectee will have 24-months to meet APDP requirements or a waiver must be obtained.

Telework

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

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

Yes

Required Qualifications

  • United States Citizenship.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain required Secret security clearance.
  • Must have five years of experience at the DR-II (GS-12/13 or equivalent) grade level or one year of experience at the DR-III (GS-14 or equivalent) grade level.
  • BS Engineering degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or other relevant field of study.

Desired Qualifications

  • Must have two years test experience in either rocket or flight test.
  • Experience with program management in Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with industry partners to meet mission requirements.
  • Supervisory experience.
  • Strong and effective communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to build strong and effective teams, both internally as well as with external stakeholders.
  • MS Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or other relevant field of study.
  • Safety or Quality Assurance experience.

Requisition Number 23121

Series

0861