This position is located in the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)). The USD(R&E) serves as the Chief Technology Officer and is responsible for research, development, and prototyping activities within the Department of Defense (DoD).

Duties

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice, under this recruitment, applications will be accepted for each location and/or installation identified in this Public Notice and selections are made for vacancies as they occur. There may or may not be actual/projected vacancies at the time you submit your application. This Public Notice is to gather applications which may or may not result in a referral or selection. This position is being filled under Direct Hire Authority (DHA) in accordance with Section 1109 of FY 2020 NDAA; P.L. 116-92 and Section 9905 of Title 5, U.S.C. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration. Incumbents typical work assignments may include the following: Serves as the Intelligence Lead supporting the Assault Breaker II (ABII) program for the Department of Defense from within the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Mission Capabilities (OASD(MC)). Plays a pivotal role within the ABII program, tasked with merging emerging technologies with innovative war-fighting constructs to tackle challenges in contested environments. Guides a team of intelligence professionals toward fostering a culture of strategic thinking and innovation. Assesses international situations, formulate strategic solutions that carry weight in broader policy decisions, and lead empirical research to test working hypotheses and guide policy directions. Develops and oversees policies to ensure compliance with national intelligence requirements and organizational goals, Manages the development of significant intelligence studies and assignments that deeply impact the intelligence community. Spearheads administrative reforms in intelligence collection, production, and dissemination.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration)
• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment
• Required to participate in the direct deposit program
• This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing
• This position requires a TS/SCI (Special Sensitive) secruity clearance
• This position may require up to 35% occasional travel away from your normal duty station for official business on military or commercial aircraft.
• This position requires an Engineering and Technical Management, Practitioner acquisition certification. The incumbent has 60 months to achieve this certification.
• This position may be converted to a permanent position without further competition.

Qualifications

For qualifications determinations, it is recommended that applicants include their months and hours worked per week for each employment listed on their resume. If a determination is not able to be made about the length of your creditable experience for qualification requirements, you will be removed from consideration. Read more about what should I include in my federal resume? at https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/ You may qualify at the NH-4 (GS-14/15) level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-III (GS-13) grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrates: Experience utilizing knowledge of United States Government (USG) intelligence processes, a deep understanding of the operational environment, and the ability to synchronize the intelligence enterprise effectively; Experience demonstrating familiarity with the Department of Defense (DoD) and a comprehensive understanding of component missions and functions; Experience utilizing knowledge of component relationships with Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS), the Military Departments, Defense Agencies, and other Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) components; Experience leading and directing intelligence teams, collaborating with and driving requirements for the Intelligence Community (IC), the Services, and other DOD organizations; Experience with all source intelligence activities required to support joint warfighting sensor-to-shooter processes; Experience utilizing managerial judgment and conflict resolution methodologies to solve problems and make sound decisions; Experience summarizing independent expert assessments to executive-level forums attended by political appointees and career Senior Executive Service (SES) leaders; Experience communicating findings and recommendations clearly to ensure all participants understand supporting and opposing views thoroughly; Experience utilizing knowledge of weapons development/acquisition and support processes. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. All qualifications and education requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

Contacts

• Address Office of the USD for Research and Engineering Human Resources Directorate 4800 Mark Center Drive Alexandria, VA 22350 US
• Name: Washington HQ Services
• Phone: 000-000-0000
• Email: [email protected]