INTERDISCIPLINARY ELECTRICAL ENG/COMPUTER ENG/ELECTRONICS ENG/AEROSPACE ENG/COMPUTER SCIENTIST

US National Air and Space Intelligence Center; Bath Township (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

US National Air and Space Intelligence Center seeks a Senior Engineer to manage exploitation of foreign weapon systems and uphold sustainment of exploitation capabilities for the Center and the Squadron. The position is GG-14, with salary set within the 14 grade equivalent to GS/GG based on qualifications.

Qualified candidates will meet OPM standards for professional engineering and computer science positions, including ABET-accredited engineering education and relevant experience in advanced

Qualifications

• Mastery of advanced multidisciplinary engineering concepts.
• Knowledge of reverse engineering exploitation tasks and reporting.
• Hardware and software engineering methods for exploiting foreign systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead exploitation of foreign weapon systems and sustain exploitation capabilities.
• Provide advisory services and project development support.
• Interface with customers and exploitation partners, communicating results clearly.

Skills

Advanced engineering concepts

Reverse engineering exploitation

Hardware/software exploitation methods

DoD and AF doctrine knowledge

Communication with leadership

Analytical problem solving

Education

Engineering degree (ABET-accredited)

Job description

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Senior Engineer managing the exploitation of foreign weapon systems and ensuring sustainment of exploitation capabilities for the Center and the Squadron. This is a GG-14 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-14 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Senior" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-14 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the 14 grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions.

BASIC REQUIREMENT:

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING SERIES (0850), COMPUTER ENGINEERING SERIES (0854), ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING SERIES (0855), OR AEROSPACE ENGINEERING SERIES (0861)

A. Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.

B. Combination of education and experience – college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. Click the following link to view occupational requirements for All Professional Engineering Positions, 0800: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: Mastery of advanced multidisciplinary engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment sufficient to apply experimental theories, principles, and concepts to project development, research, execution, and advisory services. NOTE: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. You must submit a copy of official transcripts.

COMPUTER SCIENTIST (1550)

A. Bachelor's degree in computer science or bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions. Click the following link to view occupational requirements for Computer Science Positions, 1550: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/computer-science-series-1550/

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs

1. Advanced professional knowledge and mastery of a broad range of electrical, systems, and software engineering and other scientific concepts, principles, standards, methods, techniques, practices, and procedures.
2. Subject matter expertise in the principles, concepts, techniques, and methods used in conducting reverse engineering exploitation tasks, reporting production status and issues, and documenting results.
3. Subject matter expertise in hardware and software engineering related newly developed methods, approaches, and procedures to exploit foreign systems. Mastery of principles related to aerospace and weapon system software applications.
4. Knowledge and understanding of agency, AF, DoD and national-level doctrine, regulations, policies, guidelines, requirements, and initiatives related to assigned program(s) and/or project(s).
5. Superior written and oral communication skills are required to interact with customers, exploitation partners, and AF senior leadership; and skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, negotiating complex issues, and resolving conflicts based on mature judgment, experience, and recognized professional standing.
6. Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing; and to work in a professional manner with peers and management.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED:

1. This position is covered by the DCIPS, and as such will subject the incumbent to those examinations and or tests that are necessary to obtain and retain a security clearance and any special accesses required by the position in accordance with AFI 36-1101. This position is a testing designated position and as such requires periodic urinalysis testing. Failure to comply with any of the special requirements when required, will subject the incumbent of this position to reassignment or disciplinary adverse action, including demotion or removal.
2. Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
3. 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.
4. Prior experience with radio frequency/electronic warfare data processing, engineering, and analysis is highly desired.
5. Incumbent may be subject to psychological screening/polygraph testing as an inherent primary requirement of their position.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE

Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE

Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.