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GovPrepare News Desk 1-833-PLAN-GOVJanuary 10, 20266 min read

U.S. Federal Job Openings Posted January 9-10, 2026 Across Air Force, FAA, VA & Army

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.

GovPrepare News Desk1-833-PLAN-GOV

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

Source: Job information compiled directly from official postings on USAJOBS.gov. Applicants should always review the original announcement before applying.