Job Description

Job Title:

Maintenance Mechanic

PP-SRS-GRD:

W-4749-06

Location:

RAF Mildenhall

Vacancy Number

747733

Open Date:

10 October 2025

Close Date

30 October 2025

Work Hours Per Week

39.00

Salary (Per Hour)

15.27 - 16.74

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 Maintenance Mechanic at the 100 Civil Engineer Squadron , Royal Air Force (RAF) Mildenhall, United Kingdom.

What will be your primary role?

The primary duties of this position is to provide full performance level sheet metal mechanic, carpentry, and masonry work in construction, installing, maintaining, repairing and modifying structures and items requiring close tolerance fit, structural soundness, fine finishes, and decorative effects.

You will be responsible for planning and laying out work from blueprints, sketches, drawings, specifications and work orders in the construction and maintenance of installation facilities. The incumbent will develop patterns, cuts, forms, joins, assemble and install items and systems which have combined straight and curved edges or irregular curves, angles and planes. You will also independently apply skilled methods, techniques, and advanced shop mathematics to construct, install, repair and modify a wide variety of structures.

The role involves performing masonry tasks involved in the maintenance, repair, alteration and construction or interior and exterior surfaces and structures. You will be responsible for using and maintaining power and hand tools and equipment, whilst, utilizing safety practices and procedures, following established safety rules and regulations and maintaining a safe and clean working environment

For specific qualification requirements for this position, you can visit:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualification s/#url=WG-4700

We offer fantastic company benefits include:

Competitive salary:

the starting salary for this position is

15.27 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

Why the US Air Force/Royal Air Force civilian employment?

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. Knowledge of carpentry and sheet metal work methods and techniques; and masonry techniques when using brick, block, and stone.

2. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures and environmental standards and requirements; and regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation.

3. Knowledge of advanced shop mathematics to plan, compute, and lay out more complex projects.

4. Skill in cutting and shaping to complete comers; constructing, installing, repairing, and modifying structures; formulating plans and templates involving straight and curved edges or irregular curves, angles, and planes; developing patterns to include geometric projection and triangulation; setting-up, operating, and maintaining a variety of precision equipment and power and hand tools/equipment; and fabricating complex items from a variety of materials, such as galvanized or stainless steel, black iron, aluminum, copper sheet, magnesium, honeycomb material, and alloys.

5. Ability to inspect and evaluate structural damage to sheet metal systems sufficient to plan and accomplish repairs; produce finished products with precise fits, accurate dimensions, structural soundness, and acceptable appearance; and perform decorative brickwork through placement of brick of different colors to create various designs and patterns.

6. Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and technical specifications; and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

What are the conditions of employment for this role?

You will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules and regulations.

You may be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft and you may also be required to travel to the US or other country, in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training, this position may also be coded as mission essential.

You will be required to complete a 6-month probationary period (remember to change if firefighter). Overtime may be required, and 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. Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Must hold a category B driving license.

Shift work may be required. Will be required to train/guide lower grade (or other trades) military and civilian employees.

May be required to be certified to work with and/or remove hazardous materials.

The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

Emergency overtime may be required.

A physical examination is required for this position.

Your hours of work will be 39.00 hours per week on an as fixed schedule 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:

https://forms.osi.apps.mil/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=jbExg4ct70ijX6yIGOv5tFXhpwuk9IpIthli3JNoo8hUOTNIUk5BWVJURlRHUFRJWUk3Nk1TVFM3TyQlQCN0PWcu

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

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,967.56-33,948.72 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 747733