Interdisciplinary, NH-1515/1550/0801-03

Full TimeAZ-YUMAYPG
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Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship

Career Category

IT/Computer Science

Job Summary

 

The United States Army Test and Evaluation Command is posting this advertisement to fill a current vacancy. The chosen candidate will serve as an Interdisciplinary (Operations Research Analyst 1515 or Computer Scientist 1550 or General Engineer 0801) supporting the Engineering Support Branch Optics Team, Instrumentation Division within Yuma Test Center, Yuma, AZ. A selection will be made soon after the closing date. Selection of this position is permanent and will be made at the NH-03 grade level.

 

*The NH-03 band is equal to the GS-12 step 01 through GS-13 step 10. There is no change in pay for within band reassignments.

 

 

 

Job Responsibilities

 

As an Interdisciplinary (Operations Research Analyst 1515/ Computer Scientist 1550 /General Engineer 0801), you will:

  • Independently or as a team member, plan, organize, direct and coordinate technical projects to advance the capabilities of instrumentation systems. 
  • Plan, design, develop, and integrate firmware, software, and hardware using engineering, physics (Optics), mathematics, and/or computer technology tools.
  • Continually modernize and refine various instrumentation and data acquisition capabilities, ensuring compliance with evolving mission requirements while maintaining technical contact with other entities (e.g. Government and non-government agencies, contractors, universities, etc.)
  • Act as Subject Matter Expert for Instrumentation and Testing related questions both internal and externally.
 

Job Qualification

 

Who May Apply: US Citizens

 

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience 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. 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.

 

Professional and Scientific Positions: General Schedule Qualification Standards (opm.gov)

 

Operations Research Series 1515: Operations Research Series 1515 (opm.gov)

Computer Science Series 1550: Computer Science Series 1550 (opm.gov)

General Engineer 0801: General Engineering Series 0801 (opm.gov)

 

 

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED. You will be evaluated based on your level of competency in the following areas:

 
  • Instrumentation Knowledge and/or Experience
  • Test and Evaluation Knowledge and/or Experience
  • Teamwork and Communication Skills 
  • Problem Solving Skills and Innovation

 

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.

If, after reviewing your résumé and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

Your complete application includes your resume and other documents which prove your qualifications and eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

1. Your resume:

  • Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
  • If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
  • For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position.
  • For additional information on what to include in your resume. https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/

2. Other supporting documents: 

  • Cover Letter, optional

  • This position has an individual occupational requirement and/or allows for substitution of education for experience. If you meet this requirement based on education, you MUST submit a copy of your transcript with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses

     

Conditions of Employment

 
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    • Incumbent must obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
    • 10% Temporary Duty Travel is a requirement.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

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    • This announcement uses the direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.
    • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
    • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
    • A one-year trial/probationary period may be required.
    • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
    • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
    • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet at the OPM website.
    • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
    • This is a Science, Engineering, & Analysis Functional Community Position - Career Program (CP) 36 – Analysis, Modeling, & Simulation
    • This is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectee must meet position requirements for Test & Evaluation Certification within 60 months of entrance on duty.
    • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
    • Incentives may be authorized (Relocation/Recruitment/Superior Qualifications).
    • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government interest.
    • ATEC’s recruitment, hiring, and promotion programs are conducted in accordance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission regulatory guidelines which ensure the protections and equal consideration of all members and applicants.

    • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/  

       

Travel Requirements

Up to 10% Travel