TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST - GS 11 Target 13

Full TimeAZ-SIERRA VISTAEPG
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Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship

Career Category

Equipment, Facilities

IT/Computer Science

Other

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 Electronic Proving Ground is seeking applicants for an Telecommunications Specialist at  Fort Huachuca is located 75 miles southeast of Tucson, AZ.  We are nestled at the foot of the Huachuca Mountains and enjoy the benefit of some of the best climate and beautiful terrain in the United States. Fort Huachuca enjoys sunny days and starry nights with an average daytime temperature of 74 degrees, making it an ideal location for diverse recreational activities. Please visit the Fort Huachuca website for more information at https://www.huachuca.army.mil/  
 
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. 
 
Our typical work schedule is M – Friday, 6:30 am  – 4:00 pm.  We are offer 2 days of telework per week.
 
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.
 
More information about EPG can be found at: EPG Homepage and you can follow us on Facebook at:  EPG Facebook

Job Responsibilities

Serves as a Telecommunications Series, GS-0391 Test Officer (TO), in the Electromagnetic Environmental Effects and Environmental Effects (E4) /TEMPEST and Antenna Division within Electronic Proving Ground (EPG). This position involves technical and analytical work pertaining to the planning, development, acquisition, testing, integration, installation, utilization, or modification of telecommunications systems. 
  • This is a developmental position.  Duties described are those at the full performance grade of GS 13.
  • Serves as the primary Test Officer (TO) for the planning, execution, and reporting of Developmental Tests.
  • Monitors and performs detailed analysis of program progress utilization of resources. 
  • Analyzes, verifies, and presents data, methodologies, and results IAW ATEC and EPG policies.
  • Responsible for development of the test design, budgets, system simulation/stimulation, data collection approaches, data collection instrumentation, analysis and after-action methodologies, support tools, and preparation of complex project test plans/test reports. 

Job Qualification

U.S. Citizens who meet the minimum qualification requirements for the following series:  0391 (Telecommunications Specialist)
(Link:  OPM Qualification Standard
 
Basic Requirement for Telecommunications Specialist:  Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- electrical or electronic engineering, mathematics, physics, public utilities, statistics, computer science, telecommunications management, information systems management, business administration, industrial management, or other fields related to the position to be filled.
 
Other Education: Communications/electronics or automatic data processing training in technical institutes or business schools above the high school level or in Armed Forces schools that included advanced instruction in addition to basic courses, may be substituted for general experience on a month-for-month basis.
 
or
 
Experience in evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems, procedures, and requirements that demonstrated knowledge of current developments and trends in communications concepts and technology.
 
If this position has an individual occupational requirement and/or allows for substitution of education for experience and 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.

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.  
 
Specialized Experience:  
Experience troubleshooting and testing equipment related to  Electromagnetic Environmental Effects and Environmental Effects (E4) /TEMPEST associated with digital data systems and networks; This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).
 
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1.) providing technical support  and testing in the field of Electromagnetic Environmental Effects and or Environmental Effects (E4) /TEMPEST systems.  2.) assist with defining technical standards and policy for   Electromagnetic Environmental Effects and Environmental Effects (E4) /TEMPEST.  This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).

Experience working as a test officer in the field of Electromagnetic Environmental Effects and Environmental Effects (E4) /TEMPEST.  2) Provides  guidance and prepares documentation related to Electromagnetic Environmental Effects and Environmental Effects (E4) /TEMPEST.  3)  Assist in the development and submission of customer support agreements, test planning documentation, test plans, and test reports. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).

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:  Education 

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

  • Attention to Detail
  • Written Communication
  • Database Management Systems
  • Interpersonal Skills 
Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described above. If your resume includes a photograph/inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility/qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy. For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and 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 incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click Resume
 
You will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application will be used to determine eligibility and qualifications for this position. If determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
 

Conditions of Employment

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective ServiceRegistration.
  • A trial/probationary period may be required.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department ofDefense referral system for displaced employees.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Grade selection will be made at at grade, for GS 13, candidate must possess TEMPEST Certified Professional Level II, for GS 12 TEMPEST Certified Professional Level II.  Selection at the GS 11 does not require TEMPEST certification however to be promoted to next grade certification must be obtained.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status ofselectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safetyprotocols. For more information, visit Safer Workplace
  • 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 15% of the time.
  • Incumbent must obtain and be able to maintain TEMPEST Certified Professional Level II.
  • Incumbent must obtain and be able to maintain Defense Acquisition University – Test and Evaluation Practitioner within 2 years.
  • May be required to work shift, weekends, or holidays temporarily in support of TEMPEST tests.
  • Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450 is required at entry of employment and annually thereafter.
  • The incumbent may be required to work nights and weekends to support the mission.
  • This position may require occasional overnight travel away from the normal duty station for business purposes up to 15% of the time.
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations.
  • Relocation/Recruitment/Relocation Incentive maybe offered. 
  • This is NOT a REMOTE Position.

Travel Requirements

Up to 20% Travel

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

usarmy.huachuca.atec.list.epg-hr@army.mil