Installation/Station CES QA/PM

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Major Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) Combat Forces Command (CFC) 13th Space Warning Squadron (13 SWS) at Clear Space Force Station, Alaska is searching for an Installation/Station CES QA/PM (NH-0801-03, GS 12/13 equivalent). Description: As the 13th Space Warning Squadron (13 SWS) Installation/Station CES QA/PM, the selected individual manages the Civil Engineering (CE) Quality Assurance (QA) Program and serves as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)/Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE). They oversee contracted facility operations, maintenance, and repair services to ensure strict compliance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Leveraging professional civil engineering expertise, this role manages new construction, renovation, and modernization projects across multiple funding streams-including MILCON, sustainment, and UMMC-while updating Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs) and contract modifications. As an Activity Management Plan (AMP) Manager, they establish short- and long-range infrastructure priorities based on mission risk and life-cycle return on investment to advocate for resources at the Corporate Board. Finally, they serve as the key liaison between squadron leadership, contracting officers, and vital external execution agents (USACE, AFCEC, and AFIMSC) to evaluate contractor performance and resolve critical operational deficiencies. The ideal candidate for this position is a highly skilled technical professional who serves as the installation-level Quality Assurance (QA) authority and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) within the Base Civil Engineer (BCE) organization, independently managing and executing the Civil Engineering QA program. They must possess the engineering expertise and project management acumen necessary to oversee complex facility construction, maintenance, repair, and infrastructure projects-including Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization (SRM) and Military Construction (MILCON)-ensuring absolute compliance with professional engineering standards, design specifications, building codes, and safety regulations. Through diligent quality assurance surveillance, robust infrastructure planning, and seamless technical coordination with contractors and mission partners, the successful candidate will play a critical role in verifying compliance, mitigating risks, and guaranteeing the structural integrity, operational readiness, and long-term viability of the installation's physical infrastructure in direct support of the Department of War mission. Key Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of Civil Engineering Principles: Professional knowledge of civil engineering concepts, principles, and practices (consistent with the GS-0800 Engineering and Architecture Group classification standards) applicable to the design, construction, sustainment, and maintenance of installation facilities and infrastructure. Knowledge of Construction Standards and Regulations: Comprehensive knowledge of the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), national building codes, occupational safety regulations (e.g., OSHA), and environmental compliance requirements relevant to installation construction and engineering projects. Skill in Quality Assurance and Contract Surveillance: Advanced skill in applying quality assurance methodologies and performing contractor surveillance-including development and use of Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs), site inspections, structural evaluation, and material testing validation-to ensure compliance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS), technical directives, and contractual requirements. Knowledge of Contract Administration and Acquisition: Knowledge of federal contracting and acquisition principles and the duties of a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)/Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE), including surveillance and documentation of contractor performance, preparation and tracking of deficiency reports (TDVs, DSVs, UCRs) and change orders, and support to source selection, in accordance with the CO's Designation Letter, the FAR/DFARS, and applicable Air Force guidance. Ability to Interpret Technical Engineering Data: High proficiency in reading, interpreting, and analyzing complex engineering drawings, architectural plans, schematics, contract specifications, and technical orders. perform root-cause analysis on engineering defects or systemic process failures, evaluate project and trend data, and develop technically sound, cost-effective corrective actions. Skill in Technical Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills to articulate complex engineering concepts, draft precise technical documentation and inspection reports, and negotiate or enforce compliance with contractors, senior leaders, and other officials.

Qualifications

The 0801 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed here. In addition to the above requirements you can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 4th section titled Professional and Scientific Positions.

Promotion Potential

NH-None

How You Will Be Evaluated

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here: Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

Benefits

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Who Can Apply

• Open to the public

Required Documents

Resume: You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume must provide: Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information: Job title Detailed duties and accomplishments Employer's name and address Supervisor's name and phone number Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.) Hours per week Salary, if applicable Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.

How to Apply

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Other Information

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About the Agency

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