Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as technical expert, scientist, and engineer in the research, development, and support of new and improved concepts, principles, and techniques related to the storage, manipulation, transformation, and presentation of information by means of computer systems.

Duties

Utilizes an extensive knowledge of software engineering, advanced and emerging software technology, software architectures, and software business models to direct, guide, and monitor the development of applications on various development projects and/or the oversight of the development of such products. Identifies and utilizes automated tools and methodologies to provide configuration management oversight, integration analysis, and requirements analysis. Manages the configuration, implementation, and maintenance of the ServiceNow platform.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• 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
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• POSN is designated special-sensitive and requires a TOP SECRET security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information, other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret (CON'T)
• Special Access Programs to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the POSN. Per 5 CFR 732.202, the investigative requirement CANNOT be waived for special sensitive POSN. The selectee must possess this clearance prior to starting (CON'T)
• in the POSN. In the event the selectee does not possess this clearance, the full investigation and favorable security adjudication must be completed and rendered prior to beginning in the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• This position has been designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. (CON'T)
• Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• A Bachelor?s Degree with a concentration in computer science, statistics, mathematics or other related fields is desired; higher level studies such as a Master?s degree or Ph.D. is preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain certification in ServiceNow administration, development, and architecture.
• May occasionally be required to work irregular duty hours to include overtime and/or emergency overtime.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station in performance of temporary duty assignment (TDY) to include travelling on military or commercial aircraft
• Position is eligible for telework on a regular and reoccurring or situational basis while requiring occasional visit to duty location based on the mission directive and discretion of the supervisor. A telework agreement must be signed
• May be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent.
• Travel and relocation expenses will be paid by gaining unit.
• All Information Assurance Technical (IAT) category personnel, whether they perform IA functions as primary or additional/embedded duty, must be certified based on the IA functions of the position.

Qualifications

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, Administrative and Management Positions. BASIC REQUREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL REQUIREMENT GS-1550: Bachelor's degree (or higher 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. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts with your application. EVALUATION OF EDUCATION: Applicants should have sufficient knowledge to understand the fundamental concepts and techniques of computer science. Courses designed to provide an introduction to computer science techniques and methodologies, to problems of system design, and to other specialized fields are acceptable. Courses or experience in teaching elementary, business, or shop mathematics are not acceptable. BASIC REQUREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL REQUIREMENT GS-0854: A Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in 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. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts with your application. OR 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 professional 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. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following: Professional registration or licensure, Written Test, Specified Academic Courses, or Related Curriculum. Click here to view occupational requirements for this position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts with your application. AND Specialized Experience: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes a) professional competence in applying theoretical foundations of computer science, computer system architecture and system software organization, (b) specialized knowledge of design characteristics, limitations, and potential applications of systems, (c) knowledge of relevant mathematical and statistical sciences. Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes extensive knowledge of advanced computer engineering concepts, principles, practices, methods, and techniques to provide expert judgment concerning programs/operations; resolve unique or novel problems, conditions, or issues; and significantly alter standard practices, processes, and known techniques. Professional knowledge and mastery of one or more specialized areas of engineering, mathematics, statistical analysis, modeling/simulation, and/or other scientific concepts sufficient to apply new analytical developments, methodologies, and research findings to resolve unique problems, conditions, and issues. Expert knowledge of systems engineering practices and procedures as they pertain to sustainment, modification, logistics, and production management principles, concepts, policies, and systems to execute significant projects which represent an important segment of the agency's operating program. In-depth knowledge of military command structures, missions, programs, and organizational relationships and program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions as related to actual events. Comprehensive knowledge of the various command entities involved in overall planning and execution of operations and evaluations. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the GS 12 grade/level or equivalent in the federal service. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in?-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade 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 cloud computing, business analytics, and development of combat support applications, platforms, and infrastructures; enough to understand/solve practical problems including their interactions and interdependencies. 2. Knowledge and skill in a broad range of DOD or private sector C4 systems, data, big data analytics, machine learning, AI, cognitive science, programs, operations, strategies, tactics, resource and information processes, force structure, and weapons systems and analytical capabilities. 3. Skill to perform Configuration Management, Data Management, and Version Control for assigned projects to include hardware and software configurations. 4. Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of Department of Defense and other entities that govern, interface with, and/or influence the systems acquisition process and integrated life cycle management. 5. Knowledge of computer science concepts and principles of standard computer science practices, methods, and techniques to perform, following specific instructions, routine projects, or minor phases of a larger or more complex project. 6. Ability to analyze, interpret and apply computer science procedures in a variety of situations and recommend effective solutions. 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.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address SPACECOM 250 Vandenberg Street Suite B016 Peterson SFB, CO 80914 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]