Engineer (General, Mechanical, Computer, Electronics) / Computer Scientist / Mathematician / Operational Research Analyst

Full TimeNM-WHITE SANDSWSMR
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Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship

Career Category

Engineer

IT/Computer Science

Math and Statistics

Other

Job Summary

This position is located within the US Army Test & Evaluation Command, TEST TECHNOLOGY DIR, WHITE SANDS MSL RGE, NM 88002

Serves as radar/telemetry/Radio Frequency (RF) technical expert and/or lead senior program engineer/scientist for Test Technology Directorate, Sensors and Data Collection Division, providing expert advice, solutions and guidance to technical personnel and White Sands Test Center customers concerning RF test instrumentation. Performs complex tasks related to sensors and data collection for instrumentation systems (GPS, Meteorology, Optics, Radar, Targets, Telemetry, Timing and/or Transponders).

Job Responsibilities

Performs a broad range of engineering planning, analyses, research and development, and systems engineering associated with the acquisition and integration of new instrumentation systems, with an emphasis on Radio Frequency (RF) systems (radar and telemetry) for White Sands Test Center.  Performs in the capacity of the following functions and carries out duties as listed below:

  1. Capability Assessment: Responsible for the analysis of current capabilities of existing RF instrumentation systems and their ability to support the test and evaluation of emerging technologies related to the WSTC mission, in order to identify capability gaps requiring strategic investment.  Performs long-range planning within the technical areas and maintains a continuous review of the performance of the WSTC instrumentation systems.
  1. Investment Documentation:  Responsible for the conception, planning, preparation of investment documentation, and briefing leadership on the development and acquisition of new instrumentation and capabilities IAW established ATEC processes.
  1. Project Execution:  Responsible as a Radio Frequency (RF) SME for application of broad engineering knowledge related to radars, telemetry and other RF systems, related to the development and modernization of test center instrumentation radars; telemetry tracking systems, and associated support capabilities.  Requires an expert knowledge of radar and RF theory in addition to general engineering concepts including mechanical, electrical, and electronic engineering, and the physical sciences, required to lead integrated product teams responsible for the acquisition and integration of new radar and telemetry instrumentation systems.
  1. Instrumentation Sustainment:  Responsible for serving as a SME related to all facets of integration, operation and maintenance, and sustainment of WSTC test RF based instrumentation assets.
  1. Instrumentation Subject Matter Expert (SME):  Supports the development of new policies, procedures, and work-related changes in planning and scheduling of major projects and in reviewing and adjusting programs as a result of changes in funding or program emphasis.  Guides and coordinates the work of engineers, technicians and other support personnel on integrated product teams (IPT) developing solutions to Directorate test resource modernization and integration goals.

Job Qualification

US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or 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; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Competencies needed for the position:
Program Management
Technical Competence
Written Communication
 

Education

For Qualification Requirements please see link below:

0801 Series: all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf (opm.gov)

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

1520 Series: Mathematics Series 1520 (opm.gov)

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

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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Specialized Experience

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized 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.

Expert Knowledge of test and evaluation engineering systems and procedures, specialized radar/telemetry/RF instrumentation systems and supporting facilities as well as resource management. Required knowledge crosses a number of scientific and engineering disciplines to serve as technical expert to the Test Technology Range Operations Director and Commander of WSTC.

Ability to formulate and, develop technical and management plans associated with radar/telemetry/RF instrumentation systems, to include recommendation regarding engineering approaches, preparation of a multitude of plans, specifications, and technical procurement documentation.

Expert Knowledge of general engineering concepts including mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering and the physical sciences to develop plans and evaluate systems incorporating novel test techniques, acquisition of new radar/telemetry/RF instrumentation systems, and to serve as technical interface to personnel involved in all facets of design through operation and maintenance of WSTC test assets.

Expert skill to guide Integrated Program Teams involved in development of new RF test equipment, facilities or experimental methodologies to be applied to problems not readily treated by accepted methods and to resolve problems for which diverse opinions exist within the scientific community.

Ability to manage substantial resources devoted to major investment programs to meet objectives in the most effective, efficient manner.

Examples of qualifying experience for all the above must demonstrate subject matter expertise related to the development/acquisition and operation of radar/telemetry/RF instrumentation systems.

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

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.

Conditions of Employment

This position requires temporary duty (TDY) travel up to 25% of the time.

This position requires submission of Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, upon entering the position and annually thereafter.

NOTE: Additional Conditions of Employment may be added to comply with DoD, Army, MACOM, and/or local requirements as long as the changes do not affect the classification or staffing patterns of this standard PD.
 

  • This is a Defense Acquisition Workforce (AWF) position.  The employee must meet the DoDI 5000.66 requirements applicable to the Career Category/Functional Area and the Career Level Certification assigned on the sequenced position Conditions of Employment data fields in the header of the PD/PRD.  
  • Foundational Career Level Certification or Contracting Professional Certification must be met within 3 years.
  • Practitioner Career Level Certification must be met within 5 years.
  • Advanced Career Level Certification must be met within 4 years.

Travel Requirements

Greater than 20% Travel

QUESTIONS or issues please send us a message with the vacancy announcement URL, position title, and location to:

jacqueline.n.gibbons.civ@army.mil