Electrical Engineer

The Air Force Civilian Service

$76K — $118K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US citizenship is mandatory.
  • Must obtain and maintain a SECRET Security Clearance.
  • DAWIA requirements must be met within 24 months.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

  • Design and manage electrical engineering projects for military installations.
  • Oversee construction contractors and ensure compliance with engineering standards.
  • Plan and design substantial renovation and improvement projects.
  • Develop project documentation, including drawings and specifications.
  • Conduct site surveys and inspections to evaluate project progress.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off for work-life balance.
  • 11 Federal Holidays observed each year.
  • Accumulative sick leave of 13 days per year.
  • Vacation time ranging from 13-26 days based on tenure.
  • Immediate health insurance coverage for employee and family.
  • Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS).
  • Contributions to Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with agency matching.
Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a full-time Electrical Engineer-NH-0850-03 to work at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado

Member will serve as a professional electrical engineer, performing design, project programming and construction management/monitoring duties in support of a military installation. Perform planning and design work for substantial multi-phase new construction, renovations, and improvement projects for real property facilities. Manage projects for new construction, renovations, and improvements to real property facilities and maintains surveillance over construction contractors utilizing a professional knowledge of electrical engineering and knowledge of other engineering and architecture disciplines.

Salary Range: $76,463 - $118,204. Does not include locality pay

Value of Position (VOP): If your current basic salary is within the band, but above the stated VOP, your basic salary will not be reduced if you are selected for the position.

AcqDemo positions are exempt from the 180 day restriction in 5 USC 3326, Appointments of retired members of the armed forces to positions in the Department of Defense, when filled using AcqDemo-specific direct hire authorities. This clarification will materially accelerate hiring actions involving recently retired active-duty service members.

25% Travel

Recruitment & Relocation incentives may be available

Permanent position

No remote or telework

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

Life Insurance

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)

Qualifications

US citizenship is required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET Security Clearance.

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.

Professional knowledge of electrical engineering concepts, principles, and practices and familiarity with architectural and other engineering disciplines.

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; knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders; of environmental principles, practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and current legislative issues; of work classifications and the regulatory and statutory restrictions on the expenditures of appropriated and non-appropriated funds.

Knowledge of automated data processing concepts, systems capabilities, and economic usage to effectively accomplish assigned functions; and knowledge of program planning and budgeting cycles, financial control and budget systems and management.

Knowledge of aesthetic and functional design techniques and skill in preparing project documentation, to include preliminary drawings, sketches, and construction drawings; and technique / skill in drafting sufficient to convey design concepts and ideas and formulate working drawings.

Ability to plan, conduct and record site/facilities surveys and inspection; to analyze, interpret, and apply results, rules, regulations, and procedures in a variety of situations and recommend timely and economical solutions.

Ability to plan and organize work and coordinate with other engineering disciplines and architects.

3-5 years' experience requested.

Education requirements: Degree accredited by ABET in Electrical Engineering -- https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/civil-engineering-series-0850/

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