Mechanical Engineer

Air Mobility Command • Scott AFB, IL

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About The Position

The Mechanical Engineer performs operations and maintenance (O&M) engineering duties in support of a military installation. The work includes engineering for the maintenance, repair, upgrade, and operation of infrastructure facilities and utility systems, as well as planning, programming, budgeting, and executing projects for assigned programs.

The position plans and designs substantial sustainment, modernization, repair, improvement, renovation, and construction projects for real property facilities and utility systems. It manages new construction, renovation, and improvement projects and monitors in-house labor or construction contractors to ensure compliance with project requirements. The engineer also provides consulting services and project coordination, collects and evaluates data about physical and technical features, and follows health, safety, and environmental requirements to support a safe work environment.

The role requires a professional engineering degree at the bachelor’s level from an ABET-accredited institution in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline, or another qualifying education-and-experience pathway described in the posting. Applicants must meet the specialized experience and applicable federal time-in-grade requirements. The position also requires U.S. citizenship, a valid driver’s license, the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance, and participation in initial and periodic short-notice drug testing. Occasional travel away from the normal duty station may be required.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Male applicants must be registered for Selective Service, as applicable.
• A professional engineering bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited institution in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline, or another qualifying education-and-experience pathway described in the posting.
• At least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent, including experience with mechanical engineering concepts, principles, and practices; engineering, construction management, or life-cycle assignments; design and construction practices; preparing project justifications and specifications; and drafting techniques sufficient to convey design concepts and prepare working drawings.
• For applicable merit-promotion applicants, one year at the GS-11 level is required for GS-12 time-in-grade eligibility.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Must pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program.
• Ability to travel away from the normal duty station occasionally, including by military or commercial aircraft.
• Submit a resume and, when education is used to qualify or the position has a positive degree requirement, transcripts.
• Professional knowledge of mechanical engineering and familiarity with architectural and other engineering disciplines.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction standards, methods, practices, materials, and equipment; applicable codes and regulations; contracting practices; health, safety, and environmental requirements; and restrictions on use of appropriated and non-appropriated funds.
• Knowledge of automated data processing concepts and systems, program planning and budgeting cycles, financial controls, and budget systems and management.
• Knowledge of design techniques and project documentation, including preliminary drawings, sketches, and construction drawings; drafting skills sufficient to convey concepts and prepare working drawings.
• Ability to plan, conduct, and record site or facilities surveys and inspections; analyze and apply results, rules, regulations, and procedures; and recommend timely, economical solutions.
• Ability to plan and organize work, coordinate with engineering disciplines and architects, communicate effectively orally and in writing, and maintain good working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Perform O&M engineering for the maintenance, repair, upgrade, and operation of infrastructure facilities and utility systems.
• Plan, program, budget, and execute projects in support of assigned programs.
• Plan and design sustainment, modernization, repair, improvement, renovation, and construction projects for real property facilities and utility systems.
• Manage new construction, renovation, and improvement projects and monitor in-house labor or construction contractors for compliance with project requirements.
• Provide consulting services and coordinate projects.
• Collect data and evaluate factors affecting the application of engineering concepts, principles, theories, and methods, including observing, examining, measuring, analyzing, mapping, and describing physical and technical features and phenomena.
• Comply with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and perform work in a manner that enhances workplace safety.
• May act as a project liaison with the Army Corps of Engineers or other design agencies.
• May serve on A and E selection boards.
• Operate a motor vehicle as required by the position.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive federal employee benefits package; specific benefits depend on position eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior