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$169,279 – $197,200
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This role advises the U.S. Air Force on strategic basing policy and engineering decisions, working across military and federal agencies to shape decisions that affect base locations and operations. It suits senior engineers with deep expertise in military infrastructure planning and multi-disciplinary project management who can influence high-level policy.
Our summary, not HQ USAF and Support Elements’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program or equivalent coursework in engineering science
- At least 1 year of specialized experience at GS-14 level or equivalent
- Expert knowledge of DoD/Air Force strategic basing, encroachment, ranges, airspace, and force structure processes
- Advanced multidisciplinary engineering concepts and practices
- Project planning and management with documented milestones
- Ability to develop policy recommendations for senior Air Force leadership
Nice to have
- Knowledge of community planning, financial management, real estate, logistics, and manpower
- Experience directing secure computer systems and custom data management systems
- Familiarity with state-of-the-art advancements in relevant technology and policy
- Experience with environmental impact analysis processes