Air Force Civilian Service

So, how’d you do? Last week, we posted a photo of a small snippet of an actual aircraft and asked you to guess what plane it was. If you haven’t guessed, the image was a closeup of the faceted air intake and sharp, radar- wave-reflecting angles of America’s first operational stealth fighter: the F-117 Nighthawk. If this one flew under your radar, no worries, it was designed to do just that. Next month, we’ll bring you a new challenge. So, stay sharp and bone up on your aircraft until then. #WeAreAFCS #TotalForce #AviationLovers #PlaneSpotting #StealthFighter

Our team recently attended a Transition Assistance Program briefing for a group of local Veterans. Both Rodney & Barry discussed Air Force Civilian Service (#AFCS) Cyber positions available, as well as what to expect when pursuing a career with AFCS.

KEN "Wolverine" KNOX Civilian Pilot Career Field Administrator Years with AFCS: 8 Q: What inspired you to join the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS)? A: The opportunity to continue to teach kids how to fly for the Air Force. Q: How does your Operations Career Field team role contribute to the AFCS Mission? A: As the Subject Matter Expert for Civilian Pilots, I work with leadership to recruit and retain civilian pilots who perform a wide range of mission-critical work. With the ongoing shortage of ADAF pilots, I have provided civilian pilot options that continue the mission and simultaneously allow active-duty Air Force (ADAF) pilots to stay in combat-related positions. I work with the Operations Career Field Manager to provide analysis of ongoing proposals and initiatives to help the Air Force shift resources where they are needed. Q: Tell me about a time when you knew what you were doing was making a difference and contributing to the Air Force’s mission. A: Because the commercial aviation sector has become popular in terms of hiring and increased compensation for pilots, the civilian service has been challenged to become competitive for talent. As such, AETC has experienced a decade-long shortage of simulator instructor pilots, directly impacting our ability to produce ADAF pilots. I had the good fortune to work with leadership at 19 Air Force and AETC to secure their authority to pay a substantial retention incentive for simulator instructors at five bases across the command. These professional and dedicated Airmen, who often have more than 30 to 40 years of experience as pilots, were making anywhere from $80,000 to $200,000 less than their commercial aviation counterparts. I was told by the TRSS Simulator Supervisor for the F-22 Simulator training unit that my efforts for just one unit directly contributed to the retention of 9 individuals for a total of just over 15 man-years. Q: Why do you stay with AFCS? A: As the civilian pilot career field administrator, I get to help units meet their hiring goals, work to help pilots advance in their careers, and have a wide degree of independence in how I can advance the Air Force Civil Service mission to support our national security issues. I have been blessed with great supervisors and teammates who are all the definition of Airmen/warriors. Q: How would you like history to remember you? A: I want to be the person who helped get the active-duty Air Force to truly think of civilian pilots as part of the Total Force. I want to be remembered for helping find a way to keep Air Force pilots in the Air Force beyond the Guard and Reserve capacity when they decide to transition into civilian careers. Most of all, I would like to be remembered as the person who played a part in helping the Air Force reach its production goals. I believe in the Civil Service Airman! LinkedIn Profile: https://lnkd.in/eFnDVcHA FB: ken.knox.3745

Did you know the fear of overly long words is called hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia? A single horse generally generates more than one horsepower? And all mammals get goosebumps, but geese don’t? If you did, that kind of knowledge won’t get you anywhere during January’s Aim Hire, as we stretch your noggin by testing your knowledge of AFCS trivia and what it takes to land a job as a civilian employee of the world’s most powerful air force. We’ll reveal the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions in a gameshow format that will be revealing in its own right. It’s okay if you miss a question or two. Ultimately, you can’t lose because we give you all the answers. But the one thing you won’t want to miss is this special episode. So, what will it be? Will you register with the button below, or will you choose door number 3 and the possibility of a duck and the womp womp womp of the sad trombone? Come to play on Wednesday, January 8, at 6 p.m. CT (7 p.m. ET; 4 p.m. PT). Register today at https://lnkd.in/e2nZ8ZEy. #WeAreAFCS #TotalForce #NowHiring #AimHire

During our most recent Aim Hire “The Mechanics of Flight,” on the crucial role aircraft maintainers play in keeping the Air Force mission ready, we asked Gary Bayer, a Senior Equipment Specialist for the F-35 Lightning II, what a typical day looks like for him. You can watch the episode in its entirety at https://lnkd.in/gSZ2yDHU.

What better way to make a career move than with the full resources of the world’s most powerful air force behind you? From STEM to skilled labor, whatever your occupation, there’s no better place to bring it into focus than AFCS. With regularly scheduled professional and personal growth opportunities and training on the very latest emergent technologies, it’s our goal to keep you as sharp as you can be. Stay in the loop by subscribing to our automatic job notifications at https://lnkd.in/d7kZWgpU. #WeAreAFCS #TotalForce #CareerOpportunities #JobsThatMatter

Don’t let it fall off your radar. Join us for our in-person hiring event on Thursday, January 16, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. MT at the Davis Conference Center, 1651 N 700 W, Layton, UT 84041. The Air Force is driven by innovation, and that innovation is driven by civilians like you. During Air Force Civilian Service’s hiring event, we’ll fill dozens of rewarding jobs across multiple career fields at the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC), Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC), Ogden Air Logistics Complex (OO-ALC), and elements of the 75th Air Base Wing at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. Registration Closes January 15, 2025 Registration in advance is highly recommended and will expedite your opportunity to speak with a recruiter at the event. We encourage all candidates to submit resumes and other supporting documents as part of the registration process. Qualified candidates may be contacted by a hiring official to schedule an interview prior to the event. If an interview or job offer is extended during the event, candidates may be asked to remain on-site for an extended period to complete the necessary paperwork. To register or to learn more, visit https://lnkd.in/gR8XjKZf.

PLANE SPOTTING When you’re an AFCS employee, you develop a keen eye for the aircraft and projects you’ve dedicated your livelihood to. You’re often able to make a correct ID from a unique fastener or the way one seam seamlessly blends into the next. How about you? Can you identify the aircraft shown here with nothing more than this smallest of hints? Test your mettle (or is it advanced composite materials?) by leaving your best guess in the comments. Tune in next week as we reveal the secret. #WeAreAFCS #TotalForce #GuessTheAircraft #AviationEnthusiasts #AirForceAviation

🌟Recruiter Spotlight🌟 MIKE MEHL AFCS Talent Acquisition Consultant Aircraft Maintenance, Attorney Advisors, Various Civil Engineering Roles MY RECRUITING PHILOSOPHY: I believe in helping as many people as possible by educating and not just recruiting. Many people I meet already seek a career with Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS). My goal is to provide people with information that enhances their professional lives, even if AFCS isn’t their perfect match. WHY AFCS: AFCS represents the federal civilian workforce supporting Air Force and Space Force installations. Once candidates understand AFCS and the benefits of working for the Federal Government, they're excited to join the world's greatest Air Force as one of over 170,000 civilians. Whether contributing to the national defense or serving on a specialized team, AFCS offers a place for everyone! WHY WORK WITH ME: AFCS hiring managers are eager to hire, & candidates want to work for the government. I bridge the gap, working tirelessly to create a win-win connection! With close to two decades of recruiting experience, I deliver world-class service, understanding what drives both candidates and hiring managers. Network Strength: I’ve built over 9,000+ LinkedIn connections and countless global contacts. I’m always ready to connect candidates & share information to support their success. Success Stories: In 3 ½ years as a federal Talent Acquisition Consultant, I've placed over 300 federal employees. TESTIMONIALS: "I have had the pleasure of working with Mike directly & on collaborative projects over the years. His contributions to the recruiting team have been consistently exceptional. Mike brings a wealth of experience in recruiting to the civilian industry, making him a valuable asset to our organization. His strong communication skills and reliability make him a trusted colleague whom others can depend on. Mike consistently demonstrates a dedication to his work and a commitment to achieving positive results." CMSgt Brett Hamilton-Air Force Recruiting Service Career Field Manager "Mike is an extremely talented manager, dedicated colleague, and friend. He is one of the most passionate and hard-working individuals I have had the pleasure of working with in over 10 years. He works with the same tenacity and excitement time after time and seems never to tire. He is a true warrior and an even better friend. He does not know the word failure and makes people he comes in contact with want to improve. He is a class act; any organization would be lucky to have him." Cassandra C.-USAF Veteran/Executive; Technical Recruiting Expert "Mr. Mehl has been super to work with on what a challenging recruitment was. His perseverance paid off as one of the candidates he identified accepted the offer. Highly recommend his services!" Daria W.-AFCS Attorney Advisor Hiring Manager I’m always looking for great talents. Let's connect! Email: michael.mehl.2@us.af.mil LinkedIn Profile: https://lnkd.in/eUhzDXrn

As an AFCS employee, you get to see America at its very best — not just working alongside the Airmen who’ve dedicated their lives and livelihoods to keeping our nation safe but working in locations across America that are every bit as scenic as they are strategic. Picture yourself working at the job of your dreams in some of the most picturesque settings the nation has to offer. To see where an AFCS career can take you, visit https://lnkd.in/eyMUZc8. #WeAreAFCS #TotalForce #FindYourMission #AFCSJobs #CareersWithImpact