Telecommunications Specialist

Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship

Career Category

Engineering Technician

Job Summary

• This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).

  WHAT IS ATEC?

  
  ATEC is the Army’s independent test and evaluation organization. We are a team of Civilian and Military personnel working together to provide America’s Military with the best equipment to win and return home safely. At  ATEC, we have a saying: If a Soldier rides, wears, shoots, or deploys it, we test it. ATEC is at the forefront of testing and evaluating technologies of the future from autonomous aerial/ground vehicles to hypersonic weapons. Each day, top scientists and engineers test and evaluate cutting-edge equipment. Our workforce is highly technical and skilled, comprised of more than 8,500 military, civilian, and contract personnel. Engineers, scientists, technicians, researchers, and evaluators work with innovative, advanced technologies in 24 testing and research locations across the U.S. States and around the world. If you are a civilian who wants their work to make a difference, we look forward to hearing from you. For more information on ATEC, salary, benefits, etc., see: ATEC Civilian Careers

   

  This is a Direct Hire (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) & Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) in DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.

   

  The Electronic Proving Ground (EPG) mission statement:  The U.S. Army Electronic Proving Ground (EPG) executes developmental testing in direct support of Army Futures Command, Program Executive Offices, DOD partners and industry partners to ensure our War fighters are enabled to dominate the future battlefield. 

   

  The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command has various incentives that may be available for highly qualified candidates. These include Recruitment Incentives, Relocation Incentives, credit for Leave Accrual. Incentives may be authorized IAW agency policy.  
   
  The Army values diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, cultures, and skills, which connects employees to organizations that are committed to building an inclusive work environment where they can contribute to their fullest potential. 

   

  Sierra Vista is a Purple Heart City and veteran friendly, where the average commute is 16 minutes. This mid-sized city experiences a mild climate with a laidback lifestyle and athletic environment. The surrounding area has a wealth of outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, cycling (30 miles of path) and wildlife viewing. Water activities are available at two nearby lakes, and the city’s Cove Aquatic Center. There is a weekly Farmer’s Market and many holiday festivals throughout the year. The city is just a short drive away from Southern Arizona’s bustling wine country, Cochise County alone has over 10 wineries. Sierra Vista is home to a community college and two universities. Fort Huachuca’s Housing Office even offers local relocation assistance for our Civilian workforce. Those wishing to live in Tucson for additional housing options and work on post, may utilize a weekday shuttle. 

   

  More information about EPG can be found at: EPG Homepage   Follow EPG at:   EPG Facebook Page

Job Responsibilities

Serves as a Telecommunications Specialist in the Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) Division within Electronic Proving Ground (EPG).

Plans, organizes, and conducts studies, and develops documentation such as functional descriptions, operational requirements, and test management plans.

Provide technical guidance and direction on GPS system integration and performance evaluation.

Develops and submits customer support agreements, test planning documentation, test plans, and test reports.

Monitor and perform detailed analysis of program progress and resource utilization.

Attend key decision-making meetings, briefings, and/or functional reviews to represent the Director or to provide recommendations and advice concerning programs.

Communicate with customers for ongoing and potential new testing work.  Suppo

Job Qualification

In order to qualify, you must meet the general minimum requirements described below.  Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmericCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic, religious, spiritual; community; student; social).  You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.  To be eligible, you must have, and your resume must describe, at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level.

See OPM Requirements for Administrative and Management Positions: Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Administrative and Management Positions

Specialized Experience

• Specialized Experience:

  • In addition to meeting the basic requirements above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: 

    Specialized Experience:

    One year of specialized experience, which includes: 1) Overseeing the development of test design, budgets, system simulation/stimulation, data collection approaches, instrumentation, analysis, and after-action methodologies; 2) Managing test assets at organization and at participating service/agency test system sites nationwide to ensure proper test configuration and efficient execution; 3) Developing guidelines and documents to support test planning, and 4) Reviews test procedures and post-test reports for accuracy and completeness. 

    Specialized Experience (for positions above GS-5): Experience in evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems, procedures, and requirements that demonstrate knowledge of current developments and trends in communications concepts and technology.

    The definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).
     

    Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirements using experience alone-no substitution for experience is permitted.

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

• Attention to Detail
• Communications
• Decision Making
• Planning and Evaluating
• Customer Service

Conditions of Employment

• Some positions can require a Top-Secret security clearance or Top-Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Access (SCI) and personnel must pass drug screening prior to hiring and will be subject to periodic and random drug testing thereafter in accordance with AR 600-85 and Department of Defense Directive 2010.9.

• This position may require occasional overnight travel away from the normal duty station for business purposes up to 25% of the time.

• May be required to work shift, weekends, or holidays temporarily in support of EW/GPS tests.

• This position requires personnel to obtain and maintain Defense Acquisition University Test and Evaluation Practitioner within 2 years.

Additional Information:

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• A trial/probationary period may be required.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement
• Incumbent of the position must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance: Top Secret
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances are NOT authorized.
• Relocation/Recruitment/Relocation Incentive maybe offered. 
• This is a Career Program (CP) 16 - Engineers & Scientists (Non-Construction).
• Temporary travel maybe up to 25% of the time.

Travel Requirements

Greater than 20% Travel