Supervisory General Engineer/Physical Scientist

US National Nuclear Security Administration; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Nuclear Security Administration in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Supervisory General Engineer/Physical Scientist (Branch Chief, Vehicle Systems Branch) to provide technical and administrative leadership to federal staff.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of specialized experience at the NN-03/GS-13 level, with proven ability to guide complex vehicle systems programs and manage acquisition, contracting, and project teams.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to NN-03/GS-13 in the Federal service.
• Engineering expertise on complex programs with significant resource needs and high visibility.
• Experience applying engineering concepts to vehicle systems and operational requirements.
• Ability to lead and supervise, with emphasis on compliance with standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and administrative direction as a first-level supervisor.
• Oversee design, construction and engineering of mission-critical projects.
• Coordinate acquisition strategy, contracting, and project management activities.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and standards across vehicle systems programs.

Skills

Engineering Expertise

Vehicle Systems

Project Management

Contracting/Procurement

Human Resources

Technical Competence

Job description

The incumbent serves as a Supervisory General Engineer/Physical Scientist (Branch Chief, Vehicle Systems Branch) in working as a first level supervisor who exercises both technical and administrative direction of federal employees on a substantially full-time basis One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the NNSA pay band or GS grade level in the Federal Service i.e., NN-03 or GS-13. Specialized experience is providing engineering expertise on complex programs and/or projects involving significant resource requirements, new technologies, aggressive program goals, and/or high visibility.

Examples of Specialized Experience should include at least 3 of the following:

• Experience overseeing and directing the construction, design and engineering of exceptionally difficult and complex mission critical projects to ensure they meet design requirements and are constructed in accordance with approved designs as well as with Agency requirements.
• Experience applying expert knowledge of engineering concepts and practices applicable to vehicle manufacturing, communication systems, and OST operational requirements.
• Experience as Senior Engineering Duty Officer responsible for resolving unprecedented, and/or significant issues with critical mission platforms.
• Experience ensuring adequate consideration is given to standards and regulatory requirements applicable to safe and sound operation of systems and platforms while planning, developing, and managing assigned projects.

• Acquisition Strategy
• Contracting/Procurement
• Managing Human Resources
• Project Management
• Technical Competence

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.