Mechanical Engineer

Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs, and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent, and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities on behalf of the United States Space Force. The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a full time Mechanical Engineer-NH-0830-03 to work at Buckley Space Force Base, Colorado. You will serve as a mechanical engineer within the 460th Civil Engineer Squadron, at Buckley Space Force Base, Colorado. The Incumbent will serve as a professional mechanical engineer, performing design and construction management duties in support of a military installation or complex. Leads all aspects of project management in a variety of disciplines and technical capacities on larger more complex multi-phase projects. The Incumbent provides mechanical engineering design and technical skills in the performance of project management functions of the Engineering Flight at Buckley Space Force Base, Colorado. This position can close anytime. Apply Now! -Salary $76,463 - $ 118,204, does not include locality pay -Position is not eligible for telework or remote work -No travel Qualifications/Requirements: - US Citizenship - Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military and commercial aircraft -Professional registration or license as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect in one of the 50 states or territories is desired but not required -The work requires the employee to access facilities and infrastructure which may require climbing on, crawling under or extensive walking at construction sites, hard hat areas or other base areas - Incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually -This is a testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random drug testing. -Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance. 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. -Serves as consulting mechanical engineer on all design aspects of assigned projects. Provides professional consultations on a wide range of difficult unforeseen problems on design interfaces, regulatory limitations, and to exchange information and expedite work -Coordinates the preparation of and reviews A&E statements of work (SOW). Provides criteria and standards for specialized, difficult, or unusual requirements. -Coordinates projects with other engineers in other disciplines or with architects. Applies knowledge of other disciplines to determine coordination required to ensure all design considerations have been addressed. -In conjunction with the primary duty of engineering design, on a less frequent basis performs work in the construction management, programming/base development, and/or operations and maintenance (O&M). functions. -Keeps abreast of emerging technologies to ensure programmed development will not prematurely become obsolete. -Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment. Ensures federal, state, and local codes concerning health, safety, and environment are strictly adhered to in the programming, design, and construction of real property facilities. Further information about the 0830 series can be found at: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities required for the position. Resume should reflect experience demonstrating required skills. -Professional knowledge of mechanical 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 inspections. -Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply 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; and communicate effectively both orally and in writing and maintain good working relationships. Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please subscribe at and sign up to "Get Career Updates." AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.

Created: 2026-03-04