Mechanical Engineer

At Air Force Civilian Service, we don't just support the mission - we help shape the future of national defense through discovery, innovation, and unwavering dedication.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Mechanical Engineer-GS-0830-12 to work at Hurlburt Field, Florida.

The selectee will serve as a professional mechanical engineer, perform design, project programming and construction management/quality assurance monitoring duties in support of a military installation.

The ideal candidate is a Mechanical Engineer with demonstrated experience in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of facility mechanical systems. Candidates should possess expertise in HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, with the ability to develop engineering solutions, review technical designs, manage construction projects, ensure compliance with applicable federal, Department of War, and industry codes and standards. Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills are highly desirable.

Salary Range is $89,508-$116,362.

Moving expenses may be paid.

Relocation/Recruitment incentives may be paid.

This position can close at any time. Apply Now!

AFCS Benefits:

Paid Time Off:

• 11 Federal Holidays each year

• 13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative)

Paid Vacation Time:

• 13-26 days per year based on length of employment

Health Insurance:

• No waiting period to qualify for you and your family

Retirement:

• Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)

• Basic Benefits Plan

• Social Security

• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)

• U.S. Citizenship

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military and commercial aircraft.

• The employee must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position. The selectee will have up to 24 months to meet the applicable mandatory experience, education, and training requirements

• The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required for the position.

• This is a designated drug testing position. The incumbent is subject to random drug testing for drug use.

• This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. IAW, DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs.

Duties:

• Performs planning and design work for substantial multi-phase new construction, renovations, and improvement projects for real property facilities, including utility systems, utilizing a professional knowledge of mechanical engineering.

• Manages projects for new construction, renovations, and improvements to real property facilities and maintains surveillance over construction contractors utilizing a professional knowledge of mechanical engineering and knowledge of other engineering disciplines to ensure overall compliance with contracted specifications, schedules, etc.

• Plans, programs, budgets, and executes required projects in support of assigned programs. Uses cost estimating tools to produce government estimates, program projects, and compete for funding in Air Force corporate processes.

• Performs work in facilities operations and maintenance (O&M) functions. Supports or serves as Activity Management Plan (AMP) Manager responsible for developing short- and long-range facilities and infrastructure priorities and requirements.

• Provides consulting services and project coordination. Coordinates projects with other engineers in a variety of disciplines, architects, and planners as well as contracting officers, tenant organization representatives, and construction agents such as from private contracting companies, Army Corps of Engineers, AF Civil Engineer Center, and AF Installation Mission Support Center.

• Collects data and evaluates factors which affect the application of concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to observe, examine, measure, analyze, map, and describe physical and technical features and phenomena.

• Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.

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AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.