Job Description

Job Title:

Engineer

PP-SRS-GRD:

S-08XX-13

Location:

RAF Fairford

Vacancy Number

986478

Open Date:

18 September 2025

Close Date

2nd October 2025

Work Hours Per Week

37.5

Salary (Per Hour)

23.73 - 33.53

Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections may be made

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Engineers at the Air Force Installation and Mission Support , Royal Air Force (RAF) Fairford, United Kingdom.

What will be your primary role?

The primary purpose of this position is to serve to perform facilities engineering program and project management for AFIMSC for a variety of funding sources to include Military Construction Program; Military Family Housing; Non-appropriated Funds Program; Base Realignment and Closure; North Atlantic Treaty Organization, and other US and host nation funding programs as appropriate. Position performs duties at RAF Fairford. You will executes projects for substantial new construction, renovations, and improvements for real property facilities, encompassing highly specialized or unique requirements, in accordance with all DoD, Air Force, international agreements, and applicable host nation laws and regulations. You will collaborate with engineers, scientists, and other expert personnel at federal agencies, higher headquarters and installation organizations, host nation agencies, other military services, and private organizations to ensure effective identification, evaluation, and provide a unique solution to complex engineering project management issues. In addition you will provide resource management support and technical expertise to activities, staff, installations, and other organizations in order to resolve difficult/unusual facilities planning, design, construction, and/or maintenance problems/issues.

For more information on the qualifications requirements please visit:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-sta ndards/#url=0800-ndx

You must possess a degree in the subject matter related field (Engineering) and a year's specialized experience, or a combination of college level education (HND/BTEC Level 5, City and Guilds Level 5 or NVQ Level 5 in the subject matter related field and a minimum of three year's specialized experience directly related to the role.

We offer fantastic company benefits include:

Competitive salary:

the starting salary for this position is 23.73 per hour

Holiday:

25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Pension Scheme

Free On-Site Parking

Employee extras such as:

Life Assurance scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Specialized Training, Development Opportunities, Fitness Facilities, Receive time off, cash, and honorary awards for significant contributions

Overview of our mission

U.S. Air Forces in Europe - United Kingdom (USAFE-UK), a forward detachment of USAFE, is headquartered at RAF Mildenhall, England a premier employer of over 1,200 local national employees with a right to work in the United Kingdom. Our jobs ranging from Administrative; Logistics; Trade and Labor (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrician, plumbers, and general Maintenance); Civil Engineers, Lawyers, Doctors and Administrative and Management positions. The organization further serves as the focal point for overseas negotiations with His Majesty's government on a wide range of issues. Our team is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of operational readiness.

Also known as the "Bloody Hundredth" conducts air refueling and combat support operations throughout the European and African area of responsibility. Directs reception and mobilizes for contingency operations. Base of support for four U.S. Air Force major command flying programs. Supports more than 8,300 military and civilian personnel, dependents, and retirees, to include U.S. Air Forces in Europe-United Kingdom, the 501st Combat Support Wing, 352nd Special Operations Wing, U.S. Army and five other partner units. Located at Royal Air Force Mildenhall in the United Kingdom, the 100 ARW is the only U.S. tanker wing assigned to Europe and Africa refueling U.S. and partner nation aircraft over a span of more than 20 million square miles employing the KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft. The wing also provides critical bridge, aerial medivac and cargo transport capabilities enabling U.S. forces to deploy around the globe in a moment's notice. The United States and the United Kingdom share a special

bond nurtured over decades of commitment to our shared values of peace, security and prosperity. The depth of the US and the UK partnership will only grow as together we face the increasingly complex, high-end threats of today and tomorrow.

What are the Key Skills required for this role?

1. Professional knowledge of a wide range of engineering or architectural theories, concepts, principles, practices, techniques and methods to apply advanced concepts and principles to building design, construction processes, and project management

2. Thorough knowledge of design/construction standards, methods, practices, techniques, materials, and contracting procedures relevant to executing assigned contracts/projects.

3. Knowledge of current U.S. and UK laws and regulations, as they pertain to Facility Engineering.

4. Knowledge of standard programming, budget, and funding processes.

5. Ability to forecast, develop, and evaluate resource requirements pertaining to assigned project(s), and develop concise written technical information appropriate for any specific audience.

6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with senior officials from a broad array of activities, including federal, local, and Host Nation government and industry

What are the conditions of employment for this role?

1. You may be required to travel away from normal duty station for TDY or training as directed by management, sometimes on short notice and including overnight stays, traveling by military or commercial aircraft or by any other designated means.

2. You are required to file a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment, and annually thereafter in accordance with DODD 5500.7.

3. You must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for this position.

4. You may be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent.

5. The Local National Direct Hire (LNDH) Program does not participate in regular drug testing, however positions covered by this document may be subject to drug testing upon reasonable suspicion of substance abuse, and safety mishap or accident testing.

6. Your hours of work will be 37.5 hours per week on a Fixed Schedule (Mon-Fri 0800-1630) where start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with the organization's flexible working policies.

NOTE:

You will require a security clearance and a right to work in the UK.

This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens including US dual nationals due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

LNDH Application

Supporting Documents to be submitted via email to 100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 46,273.50-60,207.54 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 986478