This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent will be responsible for planning, execution and assessment of distributed simulation capabilities demonstrated during the Joint Staff's Bold Quest series of events.

Duties

As a Program Analyst (Distributed Simulation Interoperability) at the GS-0343-14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serving as the Distributed Simulation Interoperability Analyst in developing, integrating and employing distributed simulation to support training, testing and experimentation. Leading matrixed team members in distributed simulation efforts for JS J6's Bold Quest coalition capability demonstration and assessment event. Establishing systems configuration and technical standards to support demonstrations and assessments. Developing test objectives, test cases and test plans to support distributed simulation integration testing and risk reduction events. Developing the distributed simulation demonstration and assessment plan for Bold Quest events. Reviewing and assessing DoD and Service requirements, policy and guidance on joint fires, warfighting readiness, joint training, distributed simulation, information sharing and cybersecurity to identify interoperability gaps.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service http://www.sss.gov
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Fulltime
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: May Be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is SITUATIONAL telework eligible
• Drug Testing Designated Position: Yes
• Employee must obtain/maintain a Special Sensitive (Top Secret/SCI) security clearance
• Must be willing and able to travel on military and commercial aircraft, vessels, and/or vehicles.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: Analyzing distributed simulation capabilities during Bold Quest events. Determining the ability of distributed simulators to improve performance in combined joint fires. Implementing technical solutions to fill interoperability gaps after the development of test objectives, test cases and test plans. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). 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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Joint Chiefs of Staff Joint Staff Pentagon Washington, DC 20318 US
• Name: DE Applicant Inquires
• Phone: 614-692-0420
• Email: [email protected]