Job Overview

• Air Force Research Laboratory Directed Energy Directorate (AFRL/RDSS) is accepting applications for the position of Government Facility Management Specialist until 19 September 2025.

Position duties include, but are not limited to:

* Serves as Senior Facilities manager for all facility-related programs in AFRL/RDS New Mexico sites. 
* Oversee unique research and development facilities located at the Starfire Optical Range (SOR) and West Side Facilities (WSF) involving limited technical issues as well as specific and well-defined objectives. 
* Acts as AFRL/RDS Facility Manager responsible for planning, managing and coordinating all work requirements to improve, maintain and support SOR/WSF. -Plans and directs comprehensive programs for the operation, maintenance, repair and improvement of the facilities and equipment for the Optics Division. -Determines operating and maintenance requirements, forecasts resource requirements, and evaluates program effectiveness through inspections, budget controls and management improvement plans. 
* Oversees the development and implements safety, environmental and energy conservation programs consistent and compliant with state, Federal, Air Force and DoD policies.   

-Identifies issues & implements necessary corrective action. * Coordinates resources including personnel, service contracts, financial programs, space utilization, & information resources. * Budgets/executes facility management financial programs that often require frequent modifications, additions for new equipment site preparation, and service modifications, while preventing waste and abuse in execution. * Advocates and negotiates facility space utilization to promote R & D personnel efficiency, comply with AFOSH standards, and avoid spending for unnecessary alterations. * Ensures that training and qualifications of contract personnel are appropriate for assigned tasks. * Implements & evaluates general safety & fire safety risks, facility response to emergencies and the hazardous materials & waste programs. * Acts as the chair of the review board & attends staff meetings, working groups, & coordinates with various personnel to accomplish facility operations & maintenance activities.

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

No

Required Qualifications

• United States Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Special Sensitive security clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Cultivates and sustains a professional environment of cooperation, cohesion and teamwork

Additional Information

Requisition Number 10739

Series

1601

Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) employs approximately 11,500 military, civilian and contractor personnel, and manages a $7 billion portfolio of investments. The lab supports external customers and partners with industry while investing in basic research, applied research and advanced technology development. As one integrated lab, AFRL seamlessly supports the Science & Technology needs of two services: the Air Force and the Space Force.