(Full-Time) Civil Engineer - Field

Company: Air Force Civilian Service
Location: Alamogordo
Posted on: October 26, 2024

Job Description:

The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) is where tomorrow's Air Force is tested! Long considered the "Center of the Aerospace Testing Universe", AFTC is truly where Air Force superiority begins. Home to many Aerospace establishments and records, AFTC remains the state-of-the-art leader in Aerospace testing, and provides the warfighter with cutting-edge technology. Join our team today and make Aerospace history!

The Air Force Test Center is looking for a Full-Time Civil Engineer or Interdisciplinary Engineer (NH-0810-03/NH-0801-03) to serve as a Facility Planner at the 704 Test Group, 704 Test Support Squadron at Holloman Air Force Base.

In this position you will serve as a facility planner, primarily for the 846th Test Squadron. The test facility spans approximately 30 square miles and consists of many buildings, roadways, utilities and specialized infrastructure. This position will lead strategic facility planning and requirements management, infrastructure development, and infrastructure resource management to ensure that the 846 TS is positioned to carry out its rocket sled test mission into the future. Responsibilities require organizational leadership, sound judgment and discretion, knowledge of a varied scope of professional engineering and scientific principles, concepts, methods and practices.

Alamogordo, NM (Holloman Air Force Base)
Telework Information: Up to 20% telework possible (must reside in local area)
Travel Requirements: Up to 25% travel possible
Incentives: This position MAY be eligible for a recruitment/relocation incentive, and student loan repayment. Recently retired and/or retiring from MILITARY service ARE eligible for immediate appointment for AFTC positions. At least 5 years of experience in civil engineering and/or infrastructure planning desired.
- At least 3 years of experience leading/managing technical projects desired.
- Proficiency using civil engineering and project management software desired.

Responsible for life cycle management of facilities and infrastructure for the 846 TS including associated systems and subsystems. Regularly inspects, surveys, assesses and analyzes facilities to identify and project deficiencies for incorporation into infrastructure maintenance and restoration plans to counteract wear from use and aging and ensure code compliance of infrastructure facilities/utilities. Prioritizes facility and infrastructure requirements based on risk to mission, life-cycle replacement, and return on investment.
- Plans, organizes, and oversees infrastructure requirements programming for substantial sustainment, modernization, repair, improvement, renovations, and construction projects for real property facilities, including utility systems. Ensures that requirements are adequately captured in contract Statements of Work (SOWs), architectural designs and technical packages. Coordinates projects with other engineers in a variety of disciplines, architects, and planners as well as contracting officers, host/tenant organization representatives, and construction agents such as from private contracting companies, Army Corps of Engineers, and AF Civil Engineer Center.

Obtain & maintain a security clearance.
- Financial Disclosure Statement (OGE-450) required.
- A professional engineering degree at the bachelor's level from an ABET accredited institution in civil engineering or a closely related field that meets OPM engineering requirements (
- Knowledge of a broad range of engineering and construction standards, methods, practices, and techniques, materials, and equipment to determine compliance with federal, state, and local codes and regulations; of standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures as it relates to facilities engineering; of work classifications and the regulatory and statutory restrictions on the expenditures of appropriated funds.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, building consensus and coalitions, negotiating, and resolving conflicts with a variety of individuals and organizations as well as communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Knowledge of the principles of planning and program management; standard acquisition regulations, practices, and procedures; other engineering disciplines, scientific concepts, and/or mathematical and statistical analysis.
- 11 Federal Holidays off per year
- Retirement:
- Pension: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
- Various Medical, Dental & Vision packages to choose from for entire family
- Flexible Spending Account
- Federal Long Term Care Insurance, and Life & Disability Insurance

Family and Medical Leave Act
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible Work Arrangements (dependent on position)

Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Classification & Qualifications for Federal Government Employees:


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