Acquisition Test Manager-direct Hire Authority
Department of the Air Force
Summary
Click on “Learn more about this agency” button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Chief Developmental Tester (CDT) for C3BM. Incumbent acts as the primary interface with senior management and the Directorate Commander concerning T&E issues.
Duties
- Serves as the Directorate technical authority for test and evaluation.
- Plans, organizes, and directs the activities, ensuring that Test and Evaluation (T & E) complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs.
- Serves as the expert for current and proposed T&E guidance.
- Represents the organization and higher management echelons, and provides status information on assigned T&E projects/programs, as required, in high level meetings and discussions with senior government officials, both within and outside the Air Force and the DoD.
- Prepares, presents, defends, and interprets staff studies to the program director and /or other management officials.
Required Documents
Prepare the documents below before applying. Always confirm the exact requirements on the official announcement, since they vary by position:
- Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming.
- Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.
- Online Application: Questionnaire Resume: Your resume 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.
About this role
The Acquisition Test Manager-direct Hire Authority position with the Department of the Air Force is based in Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The role pays $142,452 to $197,200 per year.
Day to day, the role serves as the Directorate technical authority for test and evaluation. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.
Who should apply
Review the announcement's Qualifications section closely, since it defines exactly what federal administrative work experience this Acquisition Test Manager-direct Hire Authority position requires. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Acquisition Test Manager-direct Hire Authority position with the Department of the Air Force in Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.
How competitive it is
At $142,452 to $197,200 per year, this is a mid-to-senior role where a precisely tailored application matters most. Because it is a supervisory or senior position, expect experienced candidates and a strong emphasis on a documented leadership and performance record. Based in Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on October 14, 2026, and federal postings can close early once enough applications arrive, so applying promptly is wise.
This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.