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TITLE 32 ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (MI CRTC)

Air National Guard Units

Department of the Air Force

Fresh

Location

Salary

$61,722 - $80,243

per year

Closes

February 25, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves supporting engineering projects in the Air National Guard by reviewing plans, creating specifications and cost estimates, and conducting inspections for construction and facility upgrades at a military base in Michigan.

It requires hands-on technical work to ensure projects meet regulations and are practical for use.

A good fit would be someone with military experience, technical skills in engineering support, and the ability to work independently on real-world building and infrastructure tasks.

Key Requirements

  • Military membership in the Air National Guard with compatible AFSC/MOS (grades E1-E6)
  • At least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade, including knowledge of basic engineering principles
  • Experience reading and interpreting engineering and architectural plans and specifications
  • Skills in planning, scheduling, supervising, and exercising sound judgment
  • Proficiency in using inspection techniques to ensure compliance with plans and regulations
  • Ability to develop engineering specifications, cost estimates, and sketches for projects like electrical systems, HVAC, and building modifications
  • Certification by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies is helpful

Full Job Description

THIS IS AN AIR FORCE NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a TITLE 32 ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (MI CRTC), Position Description Number NGD1519P01 and is part of the MI Alpena CRTC, Michigan Air National Guard.

In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below.

Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained.

This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

Military Grades: E1 - E6 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 1-year equivalent to at least next lower grade level experience, education, or training with knowledge of basic standard engineering principles, methods and practices.

Experience reading and interpreting engineering and architectural plans and specifications. Experience planning, scheduling and supervising; exercising initiative and sound judgment.

Experience using a variety of inspection techniques and practices to determine compliance with plans and specifications.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Engineering technicians may be certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies, an organization sponsored by the National Society of Professional Engineers.

Certification by the Institute will be helpful as a measure of the technician's quality of experience.

MILITARY REQUIREMENT: For Dual-Status Technician positions service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 is required. Military skill set is determined by AFSC/MOS requirements.

Upon selection, individuals must be assigned to a compatible military AFSC/MOS in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the AFSC/MOS.

Specific requirements are found in the references listed below, NGB Compatibility tables, and your local Personnel section. Major Duties:

***THIS IS A TITLE 32 NATIONAL GUARD POISITION THAT REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP*** This position is located in Base Civil Engineering, Air National Guard Wing/Group Flying Activity.

The primary purpose of the position is to provide technical expertise in preparing engineering plans, specifications and cost estimates.

Additionally, the incumbent of this position will conduct preliminary, intermediate and final contractual inspections.

These activities require application of the basic principles of engineering technology and related disciplines.

Reviews engineering plans and specifications for compliance with federal and state regulations, and ensures that design formats comply with applicable guidance.

Plans and specifications may be related to such engineering projects as: electrical distribution systems for office buildings, facilities and airfields; mechanical utility systems such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning; alteration, rehabilitation and modernization of buildings, structures, roads, streets, airfields and appurtenances, power and pumping plants; and other projects similar in scope and complexity.

Participates in the construction planning process by investigating proposed projects to obtain field data, check existing facilities and utilities, if any, and to conceptualize the scope of the completed project.

Develops and produces engineering specifications and cost estimates using specification guides, engineering handbooks, building construction cost data, manufacturers publications, engineering standards for types of materials, fire and safety codes, and other published material.

Applies knowledge of construction and maintenance practices, estimating, and short cut methods of construction and installation, to provide cost estimates.

Furnishes sketches and layouts supplemented by verbal or written information for preparation of drawings.

Considers design from standpoint of structural quality, resistance to environmental elements, use, and suitability to equipment and needs.

Prepares modification/alteration design specifications considering existing structures, utilities, facilities and other considerations of projects that are not readily apparent.

Considers the structural soundness of existing facilities and adequacy of systems to accommodate proposed changes.

Applies a practical knowledge of engineering methods, techniques, architecture, and historical project data to ensure project requirements are complete.

Coordinates with professional engineers, field specialists, safety personnel and journeyman craftsmen to develop specifications and drawings and to provide complete documents which include labor and material estimates.

Conducts construction inspections to ensure contractor compliance with engineering plans, specifications, contractual obligations, and governing laws and regulations.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/27/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/28/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: MI-12805653-AF-25-124