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. (Engineers: 0801, 0830, 0855, 0854, or others can apply - see skill listing) Candidates should have a strong background in scientific principles, methods, and techniques to effectively apply advanced scientific theories and practices across multiple weapon systems and platforms. Furthermore, the candidate will assess the impact of emerging technology on current systems and processes to formulate recommendations and solutions for future systems. DUTIES: Develop future weapon concepts, conduct engineering design trade studies, and analyze the performance of those concepts. Generate potential requirements for the Warfighter. Identify areas for technical maturation. Apply critical thinking skills to find novel solutions to complex problems with multiple competing considerations. Plan and execute dynamic projects that vary from quick-turn 90-day studies to multi-year efforts. Provide independent, analytical assessments to address emerging military capability gaps and warfighter needs. Serve as a lead and expert in technical work involving the application of advanced theories, concepts, and principles related to development or sustainment of systems related to Advanced Studies and Analysis. Provide expert advice to senior colleagues and / or agency officials responsible for broad program operations. Coordinate, communicate, and collaborate with multiple agencies and across Department of Defense and Department of Energy to inform all aspects of data collection and analysis and to report results. Write reports and create presentations showing results, findings, and conclusions for distribution and briefings throughout the nuclear community. Plan, organize, and oversee the activities of the team including review and approval of plans and reports. Review all engineering documents. SKILLS: Strong communication skills and the ability to work with multiple teams. At least 3 years of experience using principles of systems engineering and data analytics to execute survivability and effectiveness assessments of complex systems. Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise. Highly qualified candidates will have experience in ballistic missile design, cruise missile design, design and theory of radars, engagement / survivability modeling, or weapon lethality assessments. Highly desired: At least 3 years of engineering or scientific discipline experience in the following areas: Physics, Aerospace / Nuclear / Mechanical / Electrical / Materials / Chemical / Computer - Engineering, Operational Research, and/or Mathematics/Statistics. Highly desired: Demonstrated experience in working effectively with multiple DoD, academic and private industry organizations.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Telework may be authorized.
• Must obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility; and SAP accesses as required.
• Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website.
• This is a drug testing designated position and is subject to initial and random drug testing.
• A Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution in one of the physical sciences, engineering or a closely related scientific discipline is highly desired. Advanced degree(s) are preferred.
• Will be required to travel, could be up to 2 – 3 + trips per month, typically 0 – 2 trips.
• For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to https://afciviliancareers.com/find-a-job/
• May be required to occasionally work overtime or on an emergency basis.
• 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. To qualify as a physical scientist, employee must meet the education and specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/general-physical-science-series-1301/ 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 scientific, technical and engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment to effectively apply theories, principles, and concepts to project development, execution, and advisory services. 2. Knowledge of technical and scientific 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 acquisition, modification, production, sustainment, and logistics principles, concepts, policies, and systems. Knowledge of asset management principles, DoD and AF concepts, theories, policies, directives, and procedures. 4. Knowledge of financial management principles and procedures, and public laws relative to assigned areas of expertise. Knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting cycles, financial systems, and restrictions on the expenditures of funds. 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

To qualify as a physical scientist, employee must meet the education and specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/general-physical-science-series-1301/

Basic Requirements:

1. Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.

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2. Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Contacts

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