Published: January 10, 2026
Newly Posted U.S. Federal Job Openings (January 9–10, 2026): VA, Air Force, FAA, Army & Interior
Summary: Federal agencies across the United States have released new job postings covering skilled trades, aviation, childcare, engineering, analysis, and public safety roles. Below is a verified, plain-language roundup including locations, pay ranges, eligibility, and official announcement numbers.
Before You Apply
- Job announcements may close early once applicant limits are reached.
- Always apply through the official federal posting.
- Eligibility varies by role (public, National Guard, internal, or special authorities).
New Job Openings (As Listed)
1) Pipefitter
- Department: Department of Veterans Affairs
- Agency: Veterans Health Administration
- Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1 vacancy)
- Salary: $68,120.00 – $79,372.80 per year
- Series & Grade: WG-4204-10
- Open Period: January 9 to January 26, 2026
- Position Information: Permanent — Full-time
- Who May Apply: Open to the public
- Announcement Number: ML-12626999-25-AM
2) Child and Youth Program Assistant (Entry / Intermediate / Target)
- Department: Department of the Air Force
- Agency: Air Mobility Command
- Hiring Organization: 92 Force Support Squadron / Youth Programs
- Location: Fairchild AFB, Washington (Few vacancies)
- Salary: $38,500.80 – $43,264.00 per year
- Series & Grade: CY-1702-1/2
- Open Period: January 9 to January 23, 2026
- Position Information: Permanent — 0 guaranteed hours, up to 40 as needed
- Who May Apply: Open to the public
- Announcement Number: 25-4YFSYY12789101
3) Program Analyst
- Department: Department of the Army
- Agency: Army National Guard Units
- Location: Columbia, South Carolina (1 vacancy)
- Salary: $61,111.00 – $79,443.00 per year
- Series & Grade: GS-0343-9
- Open Period: January 9 to January 24, 2026
- Position Information: Permanent — Full-time
- Who May Apply: National Guard and reserves
- Announcement Number: SC-12816876-25-210-AR
4) Air Traffic Control Specialist (Terminal)
- Department: Department of the Air Force
- Agency: Air National Guard Units
- Hiring Organization: 173rd Fighter Wing
- Location: Kingsley Field, Oregon (1 vacancy)
- Salary: $88,428.00 – $114,951.00 per year
- Series & Grade: GS-2152-11
- Open Period: January 9 to February 9, 2026
- Position Information: Permanent — Full-time
- Who May Apply: National Guard and reserves
- Announcement Number: OR-12822395-AF-26-021
5) Aircraft Mechanic (Army National Guard)
- Department: Department of the Army
- Agency: Army National Guard Units
- Location: Buckley AFB, Colorado (1 vacancy)
- Salary: $76,252.80 – $101,108.80 per year
- Series & Grade: WG-8852-10
- Open Period: January 9 to February 8, 2026
- Position Information: Permanent — Full-time
- Who May Apply: National Guard and reserves
- Announcement Number: CO-12830177-AR-26-006
6) Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (ENV)
- Department: Department of Transportation
- Agency: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
- Location: Pueblo, Colorado (1 vacancy)
- Salary: $76,501.00 – $118,583.00 per year
- Series & Grade: FV-2101-H
- Open Period: January 10 to January 30, 2026
- Position Information: Full-time — Not to exceed 2 years; may convert to permanent
- Who May Apply: Internal to an agency
- Announcement Number: ANM-ATO-26-3674785-96622
7) Recreation Aid (Lifeguard Trainee)
- Department: Department of the Air Force
- Agency: Air Mobility Command
- Location: Fairchild AFB, Washington (Few vacancies)
- Salary: $34,652.80 – $49,836.80 per year
- Series & Grade: NF-0189-1
- Open Period: January 9 to January 23, 2026
- Position Information: Permanent — Flexible hours
- Who May Apply: Open to the public
- Announcement Number: 25-4YFSWO12853194
8) Wildland Firefighter (Direct Hire)
- Department: Department of the Interior
- Agency: Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico (1 vacancy)
- Salary: $58,295.00 – $82,225.00 per year
- Series & Grade: GW-0456-6/7
- Open Period: January 9 to January 16, 2026
- Position Information: Permanent — Seasonal
- Who May Apply: Open to the public, CTAP/ICTAP/RPL
- Announcement Number: DHA-26-12853561-CBXH-DN
9) Aircraft Mechanic (Air Force Reserve)
- Department: Department of the Air Force
- Agency: Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command
- Location: Patrick AFB, Florida (Few vacancies)
- Salary: $64,154.00 – $74,756.00 per year
- Series & Grade: WG-8852-10
- Open Period: January 9 to January 15, 2026
- Position Information: Permanent — Full-time
- Who May Apply: Veterans, military spouses, CTAP/ICTAP, competitive & excepted service
- Announcement Number: 5R-ARTE-12841099-993849-LZ
10) Child and Youth Program Assistant (CY-01/02)
- Department: Department of the Army
- Agency: U.S. Army Installation Management Command
- Location: Fort Drum, New York (Few vacancies)
- Salary: $38,500.80 – $52,249.60 per year
- Series & Grade: CY-1702-1
- Open Period: January 9 to April 9, 2026
- Position Information: Intermittent — No guaranteed hours or benefits
- Who May Apply: Open to the public
- Announcement Number: C2SCNAFCY-26-12848293
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