The primary purpose of this position is: To provide mission data (MD) design, generations, and test expertise to ensure the Air Warfare Center's 53rd Electronic Warfare Group (EWG) mission in support of MD rapid reprogramming, operational testing, Combat Air force (CAF) technical advisors and program management is accomplished. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.

Duties

Functions as a technical expert and advisor to management and maintenance technicians in the programming, MD design, maintenance, operation, and testing related to EW systems. Performs equipment specialist activities in support of EW systems, test equipment, and MD generation tools. Serves as MD manager and technical advisor for servicing, repair, and reprogramming of EW systems employed by the USAF and customers. Performs activities in support of EW system operational test and evaluation, Force Development Evaluation (FDE),Foreign Material Exploitations (FME) and special project testing. Provides expert support during major test and evaluation programs involving mission data design, communications, airborne electronic warfare, data analysis, instrumentation systems, and other similar types of major testing programs. Performs equipment specialist duties in support of advanced airborne computer systems and hardware/software applications/design for EW equipment or devices. Provides technical expertise on systems such as airborne and ground electronic warfare systems, information warfare systems, integrated EW computer systems, instrumentation computer systems, computer hardware, and airborne EW systems. Recommends design and reprogramming changes to EW systems and provides independent threat review for mission data implementation. Provides expert technical advice to management and maintenance technicians in the maintenance, operation, and training related to complex and sophisticated EW systems.

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
• The work may require the incumbent to be subject to temporary and permanent shift changes.
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays and/or overtime.
• This position may require travel away from the normal duty station to include CONUS or overseas and may include remote or isolated sites. Travel may be by military or commercial aircraft.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• This position may occasionally require employee to work under adverse environmental conditions.
• Incumbent is required to follow all security and safety regulations.
• Incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program.
• Subject to pre-employment physical.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Standards for Administrative and Management Position; Equipment Services Series 1670. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: Working as a skilled mechanic or maintenance worker, sales or service engineer, or planner or estimator in a technical group dealing with manufacture, utilization, repair, or operation of equipment. Reviewing and applying technical specifications and requirements. Analyzing equipment and forecasting spare parts requirements. Reading and interpreting engineering change orders, equipment requisitions, shop orders, and work orders. Analyzing contract specifications and examining pertinent equipment to determine if specifications are met. Analyzing or supervising maintenance, repair, or production operations to determine methods of improvement. Knowledge of a comprehensive range of maintenance concepts, principles, and practices related to the systems/equipment including those that have complex technical requirements and require extensive specialized training and expertise. Specialized practical and theoretical knowledge of assigned systems/equipment for application to difficult, unusual, and unprecedented situations and problems. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 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: I. Knowledge of a wide range of maintenance concepts, principles, and practices and procedures, weapons systems development, test, and evaluation. 2 . Knowledge of threat analysis, LO, threat warning receivers, RF jammers/dispensers/expendable, foreign and US radar/weapon systems, airborne avionics (radar computer, displays, etc.), electronic warfare concepts, principles and practices applicable to a broad range of assignments. 3. Ability to develop and conduct training to ensure proper maintenance of assigned systems/equipment; and knowledge of required security and safety regulations, practices, and procedures. 4. Skill in providing technical advice in terms of oral and written briefings, reports, and recommendations to senior leadership and maintenance technicians; and developing interpersonal relationships, maintaining good working relationships, and working cooperatively as a member of a team. 5. Skill in analyzing and interpreting engineering drawings, technical manuals, and technical data; and, identifying and analyzing complex technical problems developing innovative solutions. Ability to recognize and analyze problems, conducts analysis, summarize results, and make appropriate recommendations. 6. Ability to plan, organize, and reprioritize work to meet changing deadlines and communicate well both orally and in writing. 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.

Contacts

• Address ACC - Eglin AFB 310 W. Van Matre Avenue, Suite 102 Eglin AFB, FL 32542 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]