Job opening: COMPUTER SCIENTIST
Salary: $76 365 - 88 492 per year
Published at: Apr 01 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
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The primary purpose of this position is to perform a variety of duties in the Computer Scientist field and to complete developmental assignments and training outlined in the formal training and developmental plan.
Duties
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Performs computer scientist work in one or more areas such as development of software systems,
high-speed computing systems and real time data acquisition systems, or integrated computer systems.
Develops and applies system evaluation methods and techniques to major portions of large projects or
studies. Considers real world operational factors, technical state of the art and applicable scientific methods and techniques in the evaluation process.
Plans and carries out the collection and analysis of information, data and standards used by the assigned organization to perform computer science projects. Conducts systems studies to identify deficiencies and
determine the impact of these deficiencies on the overall system mission.
Carries out special projects and assignments in the development of software and solutions to be used by higher-level computer scientists, scientists, contractors and/or customers. Researches and utilizes a wide range of
manuals, standard publications and technical material to obtain information, analyze data and prepare reports.
Requirements
- Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
- PCS cost may be authorized and 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/
- For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
- Position may require an appropriate security clearance. Some positions under this announcement may require a secret clearance or top-secret clearance.
- May be required to obtain job-related certifications. Employee must maintain current certifications.
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Student Loan Repayment may be authorized
- Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
- U.S. Citizenship is required
- Drug testing may be required.
- This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
- You will be required to serve a one year probationary period.
- Minimum GPA of 2.95 on a 4.0 grading scale
- Mobility - you may be required to relocate during or after completion of your training
- Opportunity for situational telework as determined by the unit
- This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.
Qualifications
INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
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.
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. Professional knowledge of computer science, policies, theories, principles and concepts to apply to scientific methods and techniques to solve assigned problems.
2. Professional knowledge of theoretical foundations of computer science, including digital computer systems architecture and systems software organization.
3. Professional knowledge of computer science and related disciplines to design, develop and adapt scientific methods and techniques to recommend solutions for computer problems.
4. Ability to analyze, interpret and apply computer science procedures in a variety of situations and recommend effective solutions to senior scientists.
5. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Education
ARE YOU USING YOUR 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; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click
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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 Eglin AFB
310 W Van Matre Ave
Ste 102
Eglin AFB, FL 32542
US
- Name: Total Force Service Center
- Phone: 1-800-525-0102
- Email: [email protected]
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