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Computer Scientist- Authority

Job in Holloman Air Force Base, Otero County, New Mexico, 88330, USA
Listing for: Department of the Air Force
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-11
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Systems Analyst, Cybersecurity
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 104349 - 161313 USD Yearly USD 104349.00 161313.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Computer Scientist-Direct Hire Authority
Location: Holloman Air Force Base

Summary

Veteran's preference does not apply to DHA recruitment.

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The primary purpose of this position is to develop software needed to process test engineering and management information data.

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Summary

Veteran's preference does not apply to DHA recruitment.

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for more information.

The primary purpose of this position is to develop software needed to process test engineering and management information data.

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Overview

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Accepting applications

Posted this week
· Apply by 06/29/26

Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 29, 2026

Location

Few vacancies in the following locations:

Edwards AFB, CA

Eglin AFB, FL

Holloman AFB, NM

Nellis AFB, NV

Arnold AFB, TN

Hill AFB, UT

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $104,349 - $161,313 per year

Salary listed is for Edwards AFB. If you are selected for a different location, salary is dependent upon that duty location.

Pay scale & grade

NH 3

Promotion potential None

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Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

* 1550 Computer Science

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No

Drug test Yes Security clearance Top Secret Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

* Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number AFMC-CNC Control number

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection.

Duties

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* Analyzes computer requirements and prepares specifications and designs.

* Formulates, develops and implements new computer software methods and techniques.

* Participates as a team member on large projects.

* Directs work efforts and controls quality by reviewing results of test cases and using standard software engineering practices.

* Provides technical advice, guidance, assistance and training to contractors, tenant organizations, engineers, mathematicians, computer scientists, data analysts, programmers, etc.

* Estimates software support requirements for test stations, including those needed for real time instrumentation and information display, configuration management, system updates, and accounting and access control.

* Represents flight in meetings and discussions with contractors and other government agency personnel to exchange information, participate in special studies and obtain services concerned with and related to assigned projects or special work areas.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

* U.S. Citizenship is required

* Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance

* This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program

* For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD Acq Demo Homepage (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and Fact Sheet .html

* Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.

* Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.

* Employee must maintain current certifications

* This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.

* Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays

* Shift work and emergency overtime may be required

* Disclosure of Political Appointments

* All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

* This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

* 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.

* This position may require travel.

* This is an acquisition coded position. Selectee must complete required certification level 2-Practitioner in T-Test and Evaluation within 24 months of assignment.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General…
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