Civil Engineer

Air Force Civilian Service; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

The Air Force Civilian Service seeks a Full-Time Civil Engineer (NH-0810-03) to work at Hill AFB in Layton, UT, within AFMC 75th Air Base Wing. This federal role offers a rewarding career with benefits and potential recruitment incentives.

Responsibilities include paving & infrastructure project management, design coordination for multi-phase paving projects, and liaison with design agencies. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Designation as Drug Testing Position.
• Willingness to travel and extended/odd hours may be required.

Responsibilities

• Paving & Infrastructure Project Management: plan and design substantial multi-phase projects with emphasis on asphalt and concrete pavement.
• Design & Coordination: lead design teams and coordinate planning, design, cost estimating, and phased scheduling of paving projects.
• Consultation & Problem Solving: provide professional consultations on difficult civil engineering and paving issues (material selection, subgrade stabilization, drainage).
• Liaison & Oversight: act as design liaison with Army Corps of Engineers or other design agencies; represent contracting officer in design contracts.
• Documentation & SOW: prepare and review A/E statements of work to define paving criteria and specs.
• Site Surveys & Inspections: perform preconstruction surveys and manage as-built drawings; conduct pavement surveys for future repairs.

Skills

Civil engineering

Airfield pavement design

Soil mechanics

Cost estimating

Contracting knowledge

SOW drafting

CADD software

Leadership

Communication

Tools

CADD software

Job description

Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities for the Department of the Air Force (DAF).

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Civil Engineer (NH-0810-03) to work at Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) 75th Air Base Wing, on Hill AFB in Layton, UT. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits. Recruitment, Relocation, and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized.

2026 Salary Range:

($89,508-$138,370) Yearly

Job Open Date:

10/1/2026

Job Close Date:

10/31/2026

Who May Apply:

U.S. Citizens

Responsibilities

• Paving & Infrastructure Project Management: Perform planning and design work for substantial multi-phase new construction, renovation, and improvement projects for real property facilities, with a heavy emphasis on asphalt and concrete pavement systems.
• Design & Coordination: Lead design teams and orchestrate the planning, design, cost estimating, and phased scheduling of complex paving projects (e.g., typical construction taking about four years).
• Consultation & Problem Solving: Serve as the consulting engineer on all design aspects of assigned projects. Provide professional consultations on difficult civil engineering and paving issues (e.g., material selection, subgrade stabilization, drainage, and pavement distresses).
• Liaison & Oversight: Serve as the design liaison with the Army Corps of Engineers or other design agencies. Act as the technical representative to the contracting officer in negotiation and administration of design contracts.
• Documentation & Statements of Work: Coordinate the preparation of, and review, Architect & Engineer (A&E) statements of work (SOW) to ensure specific paving criteria, standards, and specifications are clearly defined and met.
• Site Surveys & Inspections: Perform preconstruction site surveys and manage the completion of as-built drawings. Conduct pavement condition surveys and inspections to program future repair and maintenance projects.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure federal, state, and local codes concerning health, safety, and the environment are strictly adhered to in the programming, design, and construction of paving and real property facilities.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Obtain & maintain a Security clearance
• This is a designated Drug Testing Position
• Incumbent of this position may be required to submit an initial and annual OGE Form 450 (Financial Disclosure) in accordance with the Joint Ethics Legislation.
• The work may require the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required for the position.
• The employee may be required to travel on military and commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty.
• May have extended/other than normal duty hours.

Recruitment Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Engineering Expertise: Professional knowledge of a broad range of civil engineering concepts, principles, and practices, with a verified specialization in airfield/roadway pavement design, soil mechanics, and civil infrastructure.
• Acquisition & Contracting Knowledge: Strong familiarity with federal contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS), government procurement processes, and COR guidelines. Proven ability to draft rigorous SOWs and technical evaluation criteria.
• Cost Estimating & Budgeting: Proficient in preparing detailed government cost estimates, performing economic analyses, and managing program planning and budgeting cycles (O&M, MILCON, NAF).
• Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge: Broad knowledge of engineering and construction standards, methods, practices, materials, and equipment to determine compliance with federal, state, and local codes. Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental requirements (OSHA, EPA, technical orders) and statutory or regulatory restrictions on the expenditure of appropriated and non-appropriated funds.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong ability to research, interpret, and apply complex rules and engineering standards to recommend timely, safe, and cost-effective construction solutions.
• Technology Proficiency: Competency in utilizing computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software, database systems, information management programs, and project tracking tools.
• Leadership & Communication: Exceptional communication skills (both oral and written) to brief leadership, coordinate interdisciplinary engineering teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and lead negotiations with contractors.

Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.