About the Position: This position is located with the U.S. Army Research and Development Center (ERDC), Information Technology Laboratory (ITL) This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. This position is being filled as an Interdisciplinary DB 2 (GS-5-11) & DB 4 (GS 12-14).

Duties

Solve large, multi-domain aerospace problems using knowledge of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and fluid mechanics principles. Use expertise in Computational Structural Mechanics (CSM) and finite element analysis software (e.g. ANSYS, Mechanical, Abaqus, LS-DYNA) to look at various fuselage configurations. Perform combustion analysis using principles of flame dynamics, ignition, and extinction with knowledge of combustion chemistry and reaction kinetics. Assist in the development of novel and existing high-fidelity capabilities within the CFD workflow using numerical methods and algorithms with knowledge of iterative solvers and mesh generation. Use workflows for the pre-processing, simulation, and post-processing of large-scale simulations and aerodynamic databases. Create new analysis and modeling capabilities using common scientific computational programming languages (e.g., C++, Fortran, Python). Manage software develop activities using standard software development best practices (version control, unit testing, etc.). Prepare and run parallel simulations on massive supercomputers. Document analysis results through the authoring or co-authoring of science and engineering technical reports and giving client and organizational presentations for supported projects. Maintain technical proficiency in science and engineering, through interaction with technical and professional organizations, academia, contractors, and other research and development organizations. Write technical journal articles and give professional society presentations.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Top Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a two year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
• This position is covered by the Civilian Drug Abuse Testing Program. Pre-employment and random drug testing may be required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Education Requirement for 830 and 854 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=0800/ Basic Education Requirement for 1310 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/physics-series-1310/ Basic Education Requirement for 1520 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/mathematics-series-1520/ Basic Education Requirement for 1550 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/computer-science-series-1550/ In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for the DB-04 position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience working with Computational Structural Mechanics (CSM) or Computational Fluid Dynamics; Preparing technical articles and present; and Computational Software development. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service DB-02 (GS-11). OR Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or Computer Science. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

Contacts

• Address RG-W2R2AA US ARMY ENGR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMT CTR DO NOT MAIL Vicksburg, MS 39183 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk