Facility Programmer/Engineer Tech II

Subsidiary: KIRA Training Services

Job Title: Facility Programmer/Engineer Technician II

Work Location: USAFA – Colorado Springs, CO  

Labor Category: Non-Exempt | CBA (Union)

Clearance Level: Public Trust

Travel Requirement: Up to 5%

Pay Rate: $38.74 per hour

Health and Welfare: $8.21 - $11.15/hr up to 40 hours per week to be used towards health insurance premiums

At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), your work goes beyond the job description—it becomes part of a purpose-driven legacy. Our continuous commitment to growth directly contributes to the strength, resilience, and future of the communities we support. Our growth fuels programs, services, and lasting value for the Tribe, making every success a shared one.

For over 35 years THTBC and its subsidiaries has delivered essential services to federal clients across the globe. Whether supporting logistics, information technology, cyber security, or facilities operations, we are united by a shared mission: to create meaningful economic opportunity and growth of the Tlingit & Haida Tribes of Alaska.

Together We Grow – One Mission, One Team – With a Commitment to Serve

Scope of Work:

Primary purpose of this position is to perform updates to the Air Forces NexGen asset management database and produce reports as required, and performs cost estimates for Capital projects.

Responsibilities:

• Assists Programmer in Civil Engineering in complying with legal and regulatory requirements when finical programming MILCON, SRM O&M, Medical and NAF facility projects including preparing DD Form 1391s, Military Construction Project Data. Researches, interprets, analyzes, and applies proper Air Force Instructions (AFIs), especially AFI , Planning and Programming Built Infrastructure Projects, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC's), U.S. Code, guidelines, pamphlets, policies, letters, when finically programming facility and infrastructure projects. 
• Monitors coordination/approval process for converting work requests into contract projects to include validating proper work classification during programming, design, and construction to ensure statutory project approval is obtained from the correct approval authority. 
• Implements metrics and analyzes systems/processes to ensure actions are efficient, timely, and reviewed at critical points. 
• Develop, plan, and ensure customer proponents justify capital improvement projects for USAFA facilities. 
• Performs self-inspection in accordance with Air Force inspection criteria and prepares/presents detailed and comprehensive reports with any corrective action taken to the Portfolio Optimization Manager.   
• Follows-up to ensure complete and quality resolution of discrepancies. 
• Implement tracking procedures for all taskings and packages being coordinated. 
• Ensures customer facility and infrastructure requirements are converted into facility projects that are properly documented, prioritized, authorized, approved, and funded (this is called "programming") in accordance with all laws, policies, and regulations. 
• This includes multiple facility funding sources such as Military Construction (MILCON), Sustainment, Restoration & Modernization (SRM) Operation and Maintenance (O&M), Medical, Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) and Demolition. 
• Maintains information in the NexGen asset management database and helps prepare presentations for and responses to installation leadership on facility project programs. 
• Helps prepare initial planning cost estimates using parametric cost estimating tools for facilities and infrastructure maintenance, repair, and construction projects. 
• Responsible for long, mid, and short-range project planning of tasks, providing day-to-day task management of subordinate programmers, and ensuring timely completion of tasks to meet all AF Civil Engineer Center, USAFA Staff, and internal program deadlines. 
• Trains subordinates, project managers, other team members, and appropriate government personnel as appropriate on complex statutory driven programming requirements including NexGen asset management database, programming processes and procedures, document submittals, design reviews, executive secretariat responsibilities for running wing commander chaired Installation Facilities Board, other required meetings and AF required filing structure. 
• Authorized to directly coordinate finical programming actions with government counterparts to ensure synchronized work efforts in building 5-year facility priority lists including planning, design, and construction projects. Responsible for daily task management of subordinate programmers. 
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience working in Air Force Civil Engineering organizations or other military Services (Army, Navy, Coast Guard) Department of Public Works organizations providing programming, design, and/or construction documentation is preferred.  
• Knowledge of the Civil Engineering and Air Force funding processes and funding sources including MILCON, O&M (SRM) and NAF. NAF funding includes privately funded and donor funded projects.  
• Have a basic knowledge of Geo-base and proficiency with Microsoft Software (Excel, Word, Power Point, etc).  
• Familiarity with Parametric Cost Engineering System (PACES) estimating software is strongly desired.
• BS degree in Architecture or Engineering from ABET accredited university program preferred. 
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record, in accordance with company policy, to operate vehicles or equipment as required for the position.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 60 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching for long periods of time. 
• Must be able to work on-call, alternate, and extended shift schedules when necessary to meet the mission requirements, including weekends and holidays.
• Work may be performed indoors or outdoors in varying weather conditions. Must be able to work in confined spaces, at heights, and around various hazards with appropriate PPE.   

All candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening, which may include but is not limited to a criminal background check, motor vehicle record review, and a 5-panel drug test, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

Benefits:

We offer a flexible benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, TRICARE Supplemental, critical illness coverage, employee discounts, wellness seminars, company-paid life and short-term disability insurance, optional long-term disability, paid leave, a 401(k) plan, and identity theft protection to support your health and financial well-being. For represented positions, the benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.