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Job opening: COMPUTER ENGINEER

Salary: $76 365 - 88 492 per year
Published at: Apr 26 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
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 to perform a variety of duties in the General Engineering field and to complete developmental assignments and training outlined in the formal training and developmental plan.

Duties

1: Performs a variety of developmental duties designed to develop knowledge and skill in applying computer engineering principles, methods and techniques. Performs assignments of moderate difficulty where work procedures are established and a number of specific guidelines exist. Work assignments consist of a series of specific and related tasks have been selected to orient the employee in the practical application of basic occupational principles, concepts and techniques. Assignments are combined with training to further develop analytical skills, crew positional knowledge and techniques in the occupation. Assistance in problem solving is available from the supervisor or a higher-graded specialist. Performs computer engineering work in support of conventional projects or portions of larger projects and programs under the guidance of a senior engineer. The incumbent must apply judgment in the independent application of the professional methods and techniques previously learned. 2: Performs regular and recurring assignments. Independently performs work assignments, which gradually increase in difficulty and complexity. The employee determines the practices and procedures to use in accomplishing conventional tasks, and interprets and adapts guidelines in order to resolve procedural or factual issues. Recommends solutions or a course of action for problems not covered by instructions, policies, or accepted practices of the occupation. The work consists of different or unrelated Computer Engineering processes and methods requiring the employee to recognize conditions and elements that must be identified, analyzed and evaluated to discern interrelationships. Plans and carries out the collection and analysis of information, data and standards used by the assigned organization to perform computer engineering tasks. Researches problems and issues to identify cause, and develops solutions which take into consideration the methods and techniques of various professional engineering disciplines. 3: Participates in conducting studies to identify computer system deficiencies. Utilizes technology to assist in the development, testing, evaluation, or modification of computer methods and capabilities to subject matter requirements and end user abilities. Assists in the development of system capabilities, which enhance the effectiveness, and efficiency of overall system. Conducts end user demonstration and orientation upon implementation and as needed to ensure optimum utilization. Carries out special projects designed to facilitate the full use of the intern's training and development. Such assignments include the development of written summaries and reports to be used by higher level engineers, contractors and/or customers; leading teams of co-workers in completion of a conventional project; serving as a team member on large, complex studies; etc. Uses a wide range of engineering manuals, standard publications and technical material to obtain information, analyze data and prepare reports. Presents briefings or presentations on findings, which may require gaining senior officials' acceptance of proposed solutions. 4: Keeps abreast of emerging technologies and professional developments to maintain current in the field and for application to work assignments. Uses computers/computer software such as analysis tools and project tracking programs to solve engineering problems and facilitate work. Carries out special projects and assignments for higher-level computer engineers, 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. Presents briefings or presentations on findings, which may require gaining senior officials' acceptance of proposed solutions. Keeps abreast of emerging technologies and professional developments to maintain current in the field and for application to work assignments.

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.
  • 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
  • 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

Qualifications

INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2)include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. 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. Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of Computer Engineering and the standard practices, methods, and tactics, techniques, procedures of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedent assignments. 2. Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. 3. Knowledge of the substantive nature of agency programs and activate to perform studies and prepare reports, briefings, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly. 4. Skill in analyzing and applying the principles, concepts and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but common assignments. 5. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in a professional manner with peers and management. 6. Ability to learn and apply analytical fact-finding and investigative techniques to accomplish work in the subject-matter field.

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 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 Maxwell AFB 50 Lemay Plaza South Maxwell AFB, AL 36112 US
  • Name: Total Force Service Center
  • Phone: 1-800-525-0102
  • Email: [email protected]

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