Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Systems Engineer, typically as an integral member of an integrated product team (IPT), and provide systems engineering support, technical design and analytical expertise in assigned areas.

Duties

Applies a broad theoretical and practical knowledge of system engineering to the system acquisition process. Technically directs contractor conducted program reviews to evaluate alternative proposed plans, systems engineering programs, and design and test results to assure that subsystem and system performance is achieved. Performs program reviews to evaluate alternative proposed plans, systems engineering programs, design and test results to assure that subsystem and system performance is achieved in accordance with the contract. Prepares and coordinates technical documents which define, specify, and recommend subsystem characteristics.

Requirements

• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection
• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• The employee performs other related duties as assigned
• This is a positive education series and official transcripts are required
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period
• May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties
• This position meets the professional exemption criteria for the Fair Labor Standards Act (5 CFR 551.207)
• May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties
• This posn has been designated as an acquisition posn and covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program. Must meet/be capable of meeting, Defense Acquisition Work Improvement Act requirements applicable to the duties of the posn

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions. Click on the following link to view qualification requirements for this position:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-0801-13, Systems Engineer. Click on the following link to view occupational requirements for this position:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience in providing systems engineering support throughout the systems acquisition process specifically related to the planning, designing, development, and testing of various types of systems. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. NOTE: You must submit a copy of official transcripts 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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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: Knowledge of a broad range of professional systems engineering concepts, principles, and practices and extensive familiarity with other engineering disciplines as well as a broad range of professional engineering standards, methods, practices, and techniques, materials, and equipment to determine compliance with federal, state, and local codes and regulations. Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices, procedures; health, safety, environmental, and security requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders. Knowledge of automated data, systems and programs sufficient to effectively accomplish assigned functions; knowledge of program planning, management, financial, and budgeting controls and systems involved in expenditures of appropriated type funds. Ability to plan, organize, research, analyze, and interpret engineering studies which apply rules, regulations, and procedures in a variety of situations that involve recommending timely and economical solutions. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and maintain good working relations at various levels. 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.

Education

IF USING 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 or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

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 Hanscom AFB 20 Schilling Circle Bldg 1305 Hanscom AFB, MA 01731 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]