The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment. To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service's "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here.

Duties

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. Candidates should have a strong background in professional engineering principles, working in teams, specifically in test and evaluation methods and techniques, and a desire to make significant contributions to our nation's defense. Experience with Air Force nuclear certified aircraft and weapon systems, or experience with military aircraft systems and conventional weapons integration is desired. Furthermore, the candidate will assess the impact of emerging technology on current systems and processes to formulate recommendations and solutions to keep America's technological dominance over our adversaries. DUTIES: Supports a multidiscipline team in evaluating Air Force aircraft or other weapons delivery platforms for nuclear compatibility certification. Analyzes systems and assesses test results and other evidence for compliance with interface agreements and other standards to make certification recommendations to AFNWC certifying officials. Assess new designs and modifications to Air Force systems from impacts to nuclear compatibility certification. Formulates certification task requirements. Support platform leads to coordinate certification efforts with external agencies including Air Force System Program Offices (SPO), Air Force Major Command offices, and the National Nuclear Surety Administration. Supports planning and conducting Aircraft Monitor and Control (AMAC) testing. Assess evidence and results across multiple engineering disciplines including systems engineering technical reviews, software assessments, simulations, and modeling.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Telework may be authorized.
• Ability to obtain TOP SECRET clearance
• This is an Air Force Drug Testing Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
• Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website.
• Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) certification and meet APDP continuing education requirements.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise; employee must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Employee must meet Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements, which includes achieving Engineering and Technical Management “Practitioner” certification category within required timeframe after appointment.
• For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to https://afciviliancareers.com/find-a-job/
• In accordance with the Ethics in Government Act, 1978, employee may be required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Employee may be required to work extended or other than normal duty hours to include evenings and weekends and may be subject to recall.
• Incumbent may be required to report to work during base exercises, contingencies, or emergency situations and overtime/comp time/credit hours may be required to accomplish assigned duties.

Qualifications

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions. Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf 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 a wide range of multidisciplinary professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment to effectively apply advanced engineering theories, principles, and concepts to project development, execution, and advisory services. 2. Knowledge of development engineering methodologies sufficient to apply experimental theories and/or new applications to issues and provide technical advice and direction in support of weapon systems, subsystems, and/or support equipment. 3. Knowledge of systems engineering practices and procedures as they pertain to sustainment, modification, logistics, and production management principles, concepts, policies, and systems. 4. Knowledge of the principles of planning and program management; of standard acquisition regulations, practices, and procedures; and of other engineering disciplines used in support of sustainment, modification, and maintenance programs. 5. Ability to devise and evaluate criteria, parameters, characteristics, and interrelationships for design approaches; to assess the impact of new technology on current systems and processes; and to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, form conclusions, and devise and recommend solutions to problems.

Education

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions. Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf

Contacts

• Address EHA DHA 550 C Street West JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: LUIS CORDOVA
• Email: [email protected]