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Duties

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. RANGE OF DUTIES: Responsible for technical oversight software engineering design, development, integration, and testing of all Sentinel weapon systems and support software throughout the acquisition lifecycle. Manages design, development, production, test, and deployment activities in support of Sentinel weapon system software. Communicates strategic vision for software lifecycle development and management with appropriate stakeholders. Coordinates with numerous internal/external stakeholders to secure resources and cross-organizational commitments to further the Sentinel mission. Applies appropriate software development and production methodologies, to include cutting-edge initiatives, to organize the workforce for efficient, responsive, and timely support to program and warfighter. Establishes, revises, and reviews policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organizational structures to efficiently and effectively accomplish mission objectives. Identifies necessary changes in organizational priorities and take action to implement such changes. DESIRED SKILLS: At least five years of relevant experience with day-to-day operations of software activities in a digital engineering environment is typically required, with at least one year of experience at the GS-13 equivalency. A strong technical background and be able to grasp extremely challenging technical concepts in these areas (this list is not exhaustive): Sftware architecture, design, test, and implementation. Develpment Security and Operations (DevSecOps) pipeline design, development, and execution. Real-time systems and sftware design and development principles. Breadth and depth f software language experience (e.g., C/C++, Java, Fortran, Python, etc.). Understanding f current cyber security design principles, tools, and implementation. Mdel Based System Engineering (MBSE) practices and Digital Engineering Environment (DEE) system architectural design (e.g., SysML, UML, etc.) and tool experience (e.g., Cameo, etc.). Extensive experience wrking in and leading Agile teams. Strong leadership, supervision, employee mentorship, teamwork and communication skills to effectively interface with internal and external stakeholders at all levels as well as the independence, assertiveness, self-reliance, and tenacity to get the job done is desired. Experience working ACAT l programs with the understanding and knowledge to implement the government acquisition process as defined by the Defense Acquisition University is highly valued. Strong background in collateral, sensitive compartmented information, and special access program security program management is preferred. Understanding of Air Force and Department of Defense requirements related to nuclear standards is preferred. Master's degree and grade-appropriate Professional Military Education desired, but not required.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Telework may be authorized.
• 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/
• Security clearance requirements are based upon actual position being filled.
• Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website.
• Random drug testing may be required depending upon the position being filled.
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• Employees must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with Special Access Program (SAP) access.
• Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• Employees must meet Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements, which includes achieving Engineering and Technical Management ?Practitioner? certification category within required timeframe after appointment
• In accordance with the Ethics in Government Act, 1978, employees may be required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.
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Qualifications

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for All Professional Engineering Positions, 0800 or Computer Scientist Series 1550 Individual Occupational Requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of the theories, concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, and materials of professional computer science, and knowledge of other technical disciplines to effectively apply advanced computer software, software systems and computer hardware architectural theories, principles and concepts to new applications, experimental theories, and other areas of responsibility. 2. Knowledge of the principles of planning, program management, and standard acquisition regulations, practices, and procedures. 3. Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures. 4. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization through subordinate supervisors. 5. Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.

Education

Contacts

• Address EHA DHA 550 C Street West JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Heather Giacalone
• Email: [email protected]