Job Description

Job Title:

Project Management Section Chief

PP-SRS-GRD:

S-0801-12

Location:

RAF Mildenhall

Vacancy Number:

065886

Open Date:

16 December 2025

Close Date:

23 December 2025

Work Hours Per Week:

37.5

Salary (Per Hour):

22.23 - 31.45

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 100th Civil Engineering Squadron, Royal Air Force (RAF) Mildenhall, United Kingdom.

What will be your primary role?

This position entails first-level supervisory and managerial oversight of the Civil Engineer Squadron's Engineering Flight Project Management Section. This section provides crucial project planning, program development, design, energy management, contract execution, and technical support. You will refine policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organizational structure to address workflow issues, remove obstacles to mission success, foster teamwork, enhance quality, and respond to concerns related to building codes, regulatory compliance, and customer needs. Further responsibilities include planning, organizing, and directing the Engineering Flight Project Management Section's operations, establishing goals and objectives that integrate program development, project design, construction oversight, and cross-sectional technical support. This role also involves representing the Engineering Flight in interactions with various installation and functional area organizations.

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

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/general-engineering-series-0801/

Bachelor's degree engineering and one years specialized experience in appropriate discipline.

OR

A combination of education: minimum Level 5 (i.e. BTEC/HND/NVQ/City and Guilds) in related discipline together with a minimum of 3 years of specialized experience

We offer fantastic company benefits include:

Competitive salary:

the starting salary for this position is

22.23 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. Knowledge of a wide range of multidisciplinary professional engineering theories, concepts, principles, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment, as well as knowledge of standard construction and contracting regulations, practices, and procedures.

2. Knowledge of the principles of project management; common business principles, theories, concepts, and procedures; financial management principles and standards.

3. Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures.

4. Skill in evaluating scientific and engineering technologies and incorporating into the design, repair and upgrade of installation natural/built infrastructure.

5. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work operations to meet program requirements and objectives with available resources; and to mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization.

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

What are the conditions of employment for this role?

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

2. 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.

3. You will be required to complete a 6-month probationary period.

4. 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.

5. You must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

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

7. The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, UK valid driver's license (Category B) is required for the position.

8. You must meet education and specialized experience as given in the OPM Qualification Standards for the series.

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/r/HiHn37upJw

Supporting Documents to be submitted via email to

100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 43,348.50-61,327.50 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company events Company pension Free parking Gym membership Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person