Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer is responsible for providing responsive, flexible full-spectrum installation engineering services. 802 CE's missions include facility investment planning, design and construction, operations support, real property management, energy support, environmental compliance and restoration, and audit assertions, acquisition, and program management. The unit conducts its operations at more than 75 locations worldwide. The Mechanical Engineer will perform a broad range technical review and advisory/assistance for design and construction projects across the Air Force.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Mechanical Engineer: Pay commensurate with experience. Benefits That Set Us Apart When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options

Mechanical Engineer Responsibilities Include:

Provide a responsive, flexible full-spectrum installation engineering services. Evaluate compliance with DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS), Air Force design standards, and installation requirements. Provide constructability reviews, cost awareness, and schedule considerations during design development. Identify design risks, conflicts, and potential impacts to construction execution. Coordinate comments between government stakeholders, design consultants, and installation personnel. Support design charrettes, design review meetings, and stakeholder coordination meetings. Monitor construction progress, quality, and compliance with contract documents. Assist government personnel with site inspections, progress meetings, and project documentation. Perform a broad range technical review and advisory/assistance for AFCEC design and construction projects. Will be expected to participate in virtual and on-site design, contract acquisition, construction meetings, and on-site inspections as required. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent from an accredited institution within the 50 United States. Professional Engineer (PE) license is required
• Minimum five years of mechanical-engineering experience.
• Minimum three years of military facility or infrastructure experience.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.
• This position requires a Common Access Card (CAC), the ability to pass the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) clearance to acquire a Common Access Card (CAC).
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information:

Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Nation Strategic Partners, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and move across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com. #CherokeeFederal Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. Compliance Notices Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process. Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at careers@cherokee-federal.com.