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Duties

Come work for the Space Force and use expert level knowledge of the design characteristics, limitations, and potential applications of systems having the ability to transform information, and of broad areas of applications of computing which have common structures, processes, and techniques; and knowledge of relevant mathematical and statistical sciences for satellite systems, architectures, and space applications. Performs complex research or other professional and scientific work involving the investigation and application of the theoretical foundations of computer science, including computer system architecture and system software organization, the representation and transformation of information structures, and the theoretical models for such representations and transformations. Independently defines research objectives and determines how they may be best accomplished, develops and evaluates alternatives, defines the approach, conducts the analyses, and documents findings and products related to Space Vehicles. Demonstrates a mastery of, and skill in applying, innovative computer science practices, techniques, and methodology to identify, analyze, and resolve issues; ensures resolutions are consistent with program objectives. Ideal Candidate: Desired: computer science knowledge & experience, modeling and sim, AFSIM experience, space systems, satellites, astrodynamics

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• This position is eligible for situational telework (2-4 days per pay period).
• 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/
• Work may occasionally require travel away from normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret/ SCI security clearance.
• Random drug testing may be required depending upon the position being filled.
• Incentives funding up to $10,000 is authorized.

Qualifications

The 1550 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed here. In addition to the above requirements you can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 4th section titled Professional and Scientific Positions.

Education

This series includes professional positions which primarily involve the application of, or research into, computer science methods and techniques to store, manipulate, transform or present information by means of computer systems. The primary requirements of the work are (a) professional competence in applying the theoretical foundations of computer science, including computer system architecture and system software organization, the representation and transformation of information structures, and the theoretical models for such representations and transformations; (b) specialized knowledge of the design characteristics, limitations, and potential applications of systems having the ability to transform information, and of broad areas of applications of computing which have common structures, processes, and techniques; and (c) knowledge of relevant mathematical and statistical sciences.

Basic Requirements:

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.

Contacts

• Address USSF - United States Space Force Forces 1670 Space Force Pentagon Washington, DC 20330 US
• Name: US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management
• Email: [email protected]