About the Position: This position is with the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory (GRL), located in Vicksburg, MS.

Duties

Works under the general supervision of the Branch Chief. Implements engineering-type techniques, methods, and shop experience in connection with the design, evaluation, manufacture, assembly, inspection, and fabrication of detailed physical models in both the research and development and production stages. Works with engineering team to develop drawings, specifications and requirements for the development and fabrication of complex physical models. Proceeds upon own initiative to develop detailed workflows and carries out assignments to completion. Reviews drawings, specifications and requirements for complex systems prepared by local and outside agencies for technical adequacy. Recommends changes in materials, dimensions, tolerances, clearances, finishes and assembly. Makes extensive use of literature and record material pertinent to the work and draws heavily upon own knowledge, experience, and judgment. Keeps supervisor informed of all significant developments and confers with them for assistance, guidance, or concurrence on workflow and development of test articles. Work is reviewed for conformity with controls and for achievement of satisfactory results. Analyzes test data obtained and reports results, making recommendations and drawing conclusions as appropriate. Prepares interim and final technical reports of work performed. Reviews reports prepared by other agencies or others engaged in assigned portions of the related work. Performs duties such as directing and reviewing work of subordinates, making cost estimates, and progress reports. Responsible for knowledge and observance of all safety rules and regulations as applied to the work described.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 40 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian EmployeesDomestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes; Experience in five or more of the following: (1) metal fabrication and general welding, (2) finish carpentry, (3) finish paint work, (4) fiberglass and composite construction, (5) proficiency with CAD software packages e.g., Mastercam, (6) proficiency with operation of 5 axis CNC machines (7) instrumentation and measurement devices (8) heavy equipment operation and overhead crane, or (9) field test section related to the demonstration of physical models. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service DE-02 (GS-10). This position is covered by the Science and Technology Laboratory Personnel Management Demonstration Project at the DE-04 (equivalent to GS-10) grade level. In accordance with the Federal Register Vol. 63, No. 57, dated March 25, 1998, Laboratory Demonstration Project employees must have a current average performance score of at least 2.5 or equivalent (fully successful rating) for promotion consideration. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Building and ConstructionCivil EngineeringDesign Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-10). All qualification requirements, including time after competitive appointment, must be met by the closing date of this announcement."

Contacts

• Address RG-W2R2AA US ARMY ENGR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMT CTR DO NOT MAIL Vicksburg, MS 39183 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk