Interdisciplinary-Mechanical Engineer/Computer Engineer/Electronics Engineer/Aerospace Engineer

US National Air and Space Intelligence Center; Bath Township (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The US National Air and Space Intelligence Center seeks an engineer/scientist to apply mathematics, modeling, and engineering principles to air and space systems. This GG-12 position emphasizes high‑level analysis, data synthesis, and timely intelligence contributions.

The role requires a strong engineering foundation across electrical, electronics, mechanical, computer, or aerospace domains, plus the ability to work within DoD and intelligence communities.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree meeting ABET accreditation or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of physical and mathematical sciences in engineering.
• Experience in planning, development, fielding, and sustainment of complex systems.
• Ability to assess data, apply physics and engineering principles, and support decision making.
• Security procedures to manage classified material and agency structures.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyzes to support intelligence capabilities and threat assessments.
• Apply engineering and physics concepts to air/space systems such as defense and space operations.
• Develop and present technical assessments to senior audiences under deadline.

Skills

Engineering analysis

Data interpretation

Research methods

Written communication

Oral communication

Decision making under pressure

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

ABET-accredited program

Job description

Job Overview

The primary purpose of this position is to provide professional and scientific knowledge in performance of work requiring the application of engineering, mathematics, statistical analysis, modeling/simulation, and/or other scientific principles, methods, and techniques. This is a GG-12 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-12 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-12 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the 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: Mechanical

Engineering Series 0830, Computer Engineering Series 0854, Electronics Engineering Series 0855, 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.

OR 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.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To meet the basic requirement above, applicants must also meet the following qualification requirements.

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: Knowledge of a wide range of engineering research and collection methods, techniques, and practices to capture data in order to make recommendations in developing intelligence capabilities and threat assessments. Professional knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and practices involved in electrical, electronics, mechanical, computer and/or aerospace engineering and related engineering disciplines to perform studies, modify standard practices, and resolve issues related to the planning, development, fielding, and sustainment of complex command, control, and computer systems; knowledge in aerospace engineering sufficient to ensure accurate assessments and contributions to applying physics, communication, controls engineering analysis on air and space systems such as air defense, ballistic missiles, space operations, and counterspace activities.

NOTE: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency and you must submit a copy of official transcripts.

To view qualifying educational requirements and/or combination of education and specialized experience, the following link provides the details:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

1. Professional knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and practices involved in electrical, electronics, mechanical, computer and/or aerospace engineering and related engineering disciplines to perform studies, modify standard practices, and resolve issues related to the planning, development, fielding, and sustainment of complex command, control, and computer systems; knowledge in aerospace engineering sufficient to ensure accurate assessments and contributions to applying physics, communication, controls engineering analysis on air and space systems such as air defense, ballistic missiles, space operations, and counterspace activities.
2. Knowledge and understanding of agency, AF, the national intelligence community, Joint, and Department of Defense (DoD) structure, organizations, missions/functions, interrelationships, and operations; knowledge of security procedures to maintain control of classified material.
3. Knowledge and skill in conducting unbiased complex research, identifying appropriate available systems/data sources, and producing collection requirement assessments that answer specific tasks to link and leverage agency capabilities in support of consumers, customers, and clients.
4. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques and intelligence analysis and production tradecraft to identify, investigate, and resolve complex issues or problems. Skill and ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions.
5. Skill in communicating effectively with others, both orally and in writing, in working out solutions to problems or questions related to the work, writing clear and concise intelligence products, and delivering written and/or verbal presentations to senior level audiences for decision‑making purposes.
6. Ability to maintain control of classified material, quickly assimilate disparate data, render knowledgeable and accurate assessments of the implication of such data, and make decisions, estimates, and recommendations under conditions of urgency and pressure based on mature judgment and experience and present and/or defend a position effectively; ability to foresee the impact of changing technology.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED

1. 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.
2. 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.

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.