Mission Facility Specialist (NH-0301-02) 412 MXG/MXOL

Air Force Test Center; Edwards Air Force Base (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Test Center at Edwards Air Force Base, California, seeks a Full-Time Mission Facility Specialist (NH-0301-02) to manage facilities and utility systems for the 412 MXG/MXOL. You will coordinate project meetings, oversee procurement, and provide technical guidance on facility operations and modifications.

You will gather data, analyze trends, prepare ROM estimates, and support contract services for custodial, elevator, and specialized test equipment systems.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and/or civil engineering concepts, principles and practices.
• Ability to direct, coordinate and document facilities maintenance and operations activities.
• Ability to research, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to plan and execute multiple facility projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and actively participates in construction project meetings for new construction and modification of existing facilities.
• Directs through procurement of services from other base agencies or contractors the accomplishment of facility service operations, maintenance, repairs, and modifications for all facilities assigned.
• Gathers technical data and recommends to management, the action that should be taken based upon facts concerning resources, budget, and other influencing factors.
• Performs research and analysis related to facility management; collects metrics, analyzes data for trends, and takes corrective action to meet MXG goals wo support facility layout: energy conservation planning; facility utilization; utility consumption estimates, and/or special projects.
• Prepares and manages support service for contracts for facility operations such as, but not limited to custodial, trash removal, elevator service and maintenance service for unique test equipment systems.
• Serves as the on-site technical representative for specialized utility systems such as elevators, fire and security systems, complex heating and cooling systems, and electrical distribution systems.
• Conducts surveys and provides support, assessment, and consultation services.
• Prepares rough-order-magnitude (ROM) cost estimates using appropriate processes associated with facility usage or modification/renovation requirements, in conjunction with management.
• Makes investigative test, design analysis, and cost analysis to determine feasibility of proposed modification/reconfiguration of facilities.

Skills

Facility systems

Contract management

Job description

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The Air Force Test Center is looking for a Full-Time Mission Facility Specialist (NH-0301-02) to work at the 412th Maintenance Group (412 MXG/MXOL) at Edwards Air Force Base, California.

In this position you will serve as a facility technician, managing utility systems, installed furniture and equipment for buildings assigned to the 412th Maintenance Group.

Announcement Closes: 11/12/2026

Typical 2026 salary range: $47,490 - $113,185 per year (includes locality)
“If your current basic salary is within the band, but above the stated VOP, your basic salary will not be reduced if you are selected for the position.”

Travel Requirements: Up to 25% travel possible

Desired Skills

• Basic knowledge of facility systems, construction, and troubleshooting techniques desired
• Basic knowledge of contracts and contract management/oversight desired.

Major Duties

• Coordinates and actively participates in construction project meetings for new construction and modification of existing facilities.
• Directs through procurement of services from other base agencies or contractors the accomplishment of facility service operations, maintenance, repairs, and modifications for all facilities assigned.
• Gathers technical data and recommends to management, the action that should be taken based upon facts concerning resources, budget, and other influencing factors.
• Performs research and analysis related to facility management; collects metrics, analyzes data for trends, and takes corrective action to meet MXG goals wo support facility layout: energy conservation planning; facility utilization; utility consumption estimates, and/or special projects
• Prepares and manages support service for contracts for facility operations such as, but not limited to custodial, trash removal, elevator service and maintenance service for unique test equipment systems.
• Serves as the on-site technical representative for specialized utility systems such as elevators, fire and security systems, complex heating and cooling systems, and electrical distribution systems.
• Conducts surveys and provides support, assessment, and consultation services.
• Prepares rough-order-magnitude (ROM) cost estimates using appropriate processes associated with facility usage or modification/renovation requirements, in conjunction with management.
• Makes investigative test, design analysis, and cost analysis to determine feasibility of proposed modification/reconfiguration of facilities.

Qualifications/Requirements

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.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and/or civil engineering concepts, principles and practices.
• Ability to direct, coordinate and document facilities maintenance and operations activities.
• Ability to research, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to plan and execute multiple facility projects simultaneously.

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.

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