Equipment Specialist

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to serve in a PALACE Acquire (PAQ) centrally managed role in the Logistics Career Field. This is a developmental position requiring the performance of assignments designed to further develop analytical and evaluative skills and techniques.

• Open & closing dates: 09/29/2025 to 09/28/2026
• Salary: $49,960 to $96,116 per year
• Pay scale: GS-7
• Location:
  
  Schriever AFB, CO (few vacancies)
• Appointment type:
  Permanent
• Work schedule:
  
  Full‑time
• Remote job:
  No
• Telework eligible:
  No
• Travel required:
  
  Occasional
• Relocation expenses reimbursed:
  No
• Security clearance:
  Secret
• Drug test:
  No
• Position sensitivity and risk:
  Noncritical‑Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
• Financial disclosure:
  No
• Bargaining unit status:
  No
• Announcement number: N-26‑DHA‑‑JLE
• Control number:

• U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Current high‑school, college, or graduate students
• Recent graduates: within 2 years (6 years for veterans)
• Condition:
  Must meet suitability for Federal employment

• Perform developmental assignments of moderate difficulty under established procedures and guidelines.
• Collaborate with higher‑graded specialists on equipment specialist duties, applying established principles and methodologies.
• Assist in determining maintenance requirements by reviewing and analyzing data based on policies, procedures, and technical requirements.

• Read entire public notice before applying.
• U.S. citizenship required; males must register for Selective Service.
• Salary varies by location; PCS may be paid according to regulations.
• Maintain current certifications; required security clearance may be Secret or higher.
• May have to relocate and serve a one‑year probationary period.
• Must satisfy all federal eligibility, suitability, and political appointment disclosure requirements.

The applicant may qualify by meeting one of the following paths:

Full‑time federal employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and leave. Eligibility depends on position type.

Complete the application package by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/28/2026.

• Online application questionnaire.
• Resume (max two pages, include employment dates and hours).
• Transcripts, certificates, and other required documents listed in the notice.
• Professional voting documents, veterans’ preference documents, and active duty service member certification, if applicable.

Submit the application through the USAJOBS portal and click the “Submit My Application” button. review

** Total Force Service Center*
* Phone: 1‑800‑525‑0102
Email: DO.NOT.EMAILY
Address:
Schriever SFB, 210 Falcon Parkway, Ste 217, Schriever SFB, CO 80912, US

After submission, applicants may be contacted for further evaluation or interviews. The application remains active through the open period; after the public notice closes, re‑application is required.

Federal hiring follows transparent procedures. Applicants are notified of civil‑right and privacy policies, financial suitability, and background‑check policies.