GENERAL ENGINEER

U.S Air Force; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A government defense organization based in Metro Vancouver is seeking an engineering professional to support intelligence-related programs. The role involves technical analysis, management of engineering projects, and collaboration with senior officials. Candidates should have a professional engineering degree and be willing to undergo drug testing and additional regulatory compliance. This position requires U.S. citizenship and may involve non-standard work hours.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Willingness to work non-standard hours including evenings and weekends.
• Maintain certifications and pass drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide general engineering support for intelligence-related systems.
• Perform engineering work to determine intelligence needs.
• Serve as technical expert to senior officials and program managers.
• Prepare documentation and participate in working groups.

Skills

Professional engineering expertise

Technical direction

Analytical skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Professional engineering degree (bachelor's level)

Advanced degree in engineering

Job description

Overview

The primary purpose of this position is to provide general engineering support to the acquisition life-cycle supporting intelligence and intelligence related programs and systems. Supports effective research, development, simulation, testing, fielding, employment, sustainment, and improvement of AF capabilities by identifying engineering requirement. resolving/mitigating deficiencies.

Responsibilities

1. Performs multidisciplinary professional engineering work involving the application of electronics, mechanical, aerospace, and/or other engineering disciplines to determine the intelligence needs of customers in the acquisition, development, and/or sustainment of weapon systems, sub-systems, support systems, equipment items, or an equivalent product.
2. Provides Intelligence supportability analysis of DoD/USAF Acquisition programs, systems, and processes. Applies expertise in the field of engineering and extensive knowledge of the assigned functional area to resolve unique or novel problems related to intelligence supportability.
3. Serves as an engineering consultant and technical expert to senior officials, intelligence specialists, program managers, and/or other agency representatives. Initiates and provides expert technical direction, management, and administration for assigned engineering programs and projects.
4. Participates in working groups and prepares correspondence, briefings, specifications, and other documentation relevant to assigned projects. Interacts with the program's/project's design and development specialists through a variety of ways, including participation in: Integrated Product Teams, High Performance Teams, Analysis of Alternatives studies, Threat Steering/Working Groups, Technology Reviews, Pathfinder efforts, Intelligence Support Working Groups, and other forums as appropriate.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Polygraph: Incumbent is required to undergo a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments
• A professional engineering degree at the bachelor\'s level from an ABET accredited institution is highly desired. An advanced degree in engineering is preferred
• Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program.
• Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.