SUPERVISORY GENERAL ENGINEER

U.S. Air Forces, Europe · Alconbury, United Kingdom

SUPERVISORY GENERAL ENGINEER at U.S. Air Forces, Europe, based in Alconbury, United Kingdom. This is a contract role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Alconbury, United Kingdom
Contract
Contract
Posted
3 days ago
Closes
9 Oct 2026

Reference usajobs_9G-AFPC-13067718-994319-YVB

About the role

In order to qualify, you must meet the basic requirement and specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: GS-0801/0810/0830/0850: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf GS-0808: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/architecture-series-0808/ In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes applying program development, design, contract execution, and technical support to execute the installation's mission. Ensures compliance with health, safety, and engineering rules and procedures. Directs the Squadron's management hub for contractor-executed construction projects including, but not limited to, architecture and engineering (A&E) service contracts. Prepares responses to congressional inquiries, audit reports, inspection reports, press releases and public concerns. Applies EEO principles and requirements to all personnel management actions and decisions, and ensures all personnel are treated in a manner free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of a wide range of multidisciplinary, professional asset management and 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 planning and program management; common business and economic principles, theories, concepts, and procedures; financial management principles and standards; and the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting System (PPBS). 3. Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures. 4. Skill in evaluating state-of-the-art scientific and engineering technologies and incorporating these into the planning, design, operation, maintenance, repair, and upgrade of installation natural/built infrastructure. 5. Ability to analyze, 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. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Reference: usajobs_9G-AFPC-13067718-994319-YVB · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 9 Oct 2026 · Listed via U.S. Air Forces, Europe

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