You will serve as a TELECOMMUNICATIONS MANAGER in the INTERNAL DEPT of NAVY MARINE CORPS SPECTRUM CENTER.

Duties

You will oversee and synchronize Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) resources. You will utilize extensive knowledge of concepts and methods in the fields of spectrum management, RF and antenna configuration, and radio frequency (RF) technologies. You will contribute extensively technically to a variety of fields pertaining to radio transmission, antennas, and propagation, as well as testing and behavior analysis to forecast system compatibility behaviors. You will serve as an alternate DON representative on the Military Communications-Electronics Board (MCEB) Frequency Panel (FP). You will gather comprehensive and precise data concerning the operational implementation and technical attributes of Navy electronic equipment advancements. You will assess the proposed equipment design's adherence to relevant military standards, International Radio Regulations, and Office of Telecommunications Policy criteria pertaining to electromagnetic interference (EMI) control. You will provide recommendations for conducting spectrum signature measurements and/or detailed interference studies on the proposed equipment development as needed; and monitor the progress of such efforts. You will assess the extent to which existing electromagnetic systems operating in the same operational environment are impacted by harmful radio interference (EMI). You will hold the managerial role of the International and Strategic Spectrum Management Division. You will execute, coordinate, and direct essential programs and policies. You will provide justification for adjustments to staffing levels, work priorities, and deadlines. You will conduct performance evaluations and formulates performance objectives.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• MSP/PPP applicants must currently hold the required security clearance.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Passport.
• This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision.
• Supervisors in the executive branch have a heightened personal responsibility for advancing government ethics. You will be required to review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.

Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience applying knowledge of telecommunications and technical background in relevant Electromagnetic Spectrum military policy papers, technical documents, and frequency channel plans. Mastery of radio frequency management across various levels-international, national, joint, Unified Command, and department. Experience applying knowledge of the fundamental principles and methodologies of Radio Frequency (RF) Technologies pertaining to electromagnetics, RF and antenna configuration, and spectrum management required to fulfill the role of senior technical expert for designated programs, ensuring that C-E projects receive adequate technical and project management support. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.

Education

There is no education substitution at this grade level.

Contacts

• Address NAVY MARINE CORPS SPECTRUM CENTER 6916 Cooper Ave Ft Meade, MD 20755 US
• Name: Department of Navy EIC
• Email: [email protected]