Computer Engineer / Electronics Engineer / Computer Scientist
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Department of Defense
United States Citizens Permanent Full Time Who May Apply: All U.S. Citizens
If you want to do interesting and challenging work and to make a contribution to national defense, DISA is a great place for you. DISA provides secure and reliable communications and computing support that enable the President and our military forces to communicate globally through voice, video, and data transmission. DISA is a leader within the Federal Government in implementing people programs and offers a broad range of quality-of-life and training programs. Go to for more information.
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN THE NETWORK SERVICES JOINT SYSTEMS ENGINEERING AND INTEGRATION OFFICE SPECIAL PROJECTS DIVISION, FORT MEADE, MARYLAND.
This position is being announced using the USA Staffing Application Manager system. Please click the How to Apply tab for instructions on applying for this position.
U.S. Citizenship or National
Serves as a senior engineer and technical expert for the Chief, Special Projects Division, in all engineering aspects, and provides team leadership in the administration of special projects and task forces related to engineering aspects of Secure Classified Communications for the National Leadership Communications Capability (NLCC) community.
Serves as the assistant to the Chief of Special Projects Division and represents the Chief in senior management level meetings, acting in his/her absence to provide technical oversight of staff and provide recommendations on program and staff performance.
Develops new and innovative concepts, strategies for assessments and advancement of computer or telecommunications networks while adapting and applying advanced computer networking methods and techniques to solve complex and unique decision making service requirements.
Integrates and coordinates the efforts of other DISA entities, Department of Defense (DoD), other governmental agencies and industry, in improving secure/classified mobility architectures and implementation. Should have a strong background in principles of IP communications, mobile networking technology, physics, digital signal processing, and network routing.
Works with civilian and military technicians within the Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3), Continuity of Operations/Continuity of Government (COOP/COG), National Military Command System (NMCS), NLCC and Senior Leader community, which includes members of the Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, military services, Chief Information Officers and on occasion members of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Network and Information Integration (ASD/NII).
Formulates, guides, and directs analytical studies to develop strategies for achieving approved long range objectives in advancing test and evaluation technologies, methodologies and concepts.
Serves as a consultant in NC3/COOP/COG/Senior Leader with responsibility for developing standard methods and procedures to be used throughout the Combatant Commands, military Services, and Defense Agencies. Develops and correlates research objectives; originates new concepts, methods, and techniques for research planning, program guidance, program evaluation, technological forecasting, and resource allocation.
Basic Requirements:
For the GS-854 and GS-855 Professional Engineering Series: Degree: professional engineering. To be acceptable, the curriculum must: (1) be in a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.
OR Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following:
Professional registration
Written Test
Specified academic courses
Related curriculum - With this criteria, applicants also need verification of employment from a supervisor stating you have performed professional engineering duties.
For more detailed information on the above criteria, please go to the Qualification Standards
For the GS-1550 Computer Science Series: Bachelor''s degree in computer science or bachelor''s degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement, qualified applicants must possess: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized experience is defined as: Team Lead, Engineering, planning, designing, and reviewing designs of information systems, which are designed as a total integrated system that incorporates a scalable hierarchy; develops and correlates research objectives; originates new concepts, methods, and techniques for research planning.
Education is not substitutable for specialized experience for this grade level. Background or Security Investigation: The individual selected will be subject to an investigation in conjunction with granting of a security clearance prior to appointment. Selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance. For more information about receiving and maintaining a security clearance, please click here. Your application will be evaluated and rated under the Category Rating and Selection Procedures. We will review your resume and supporting documentation and compare this information to your responses on the occupational questionnaire to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Eligible candidates will then be placed for selection consideration into 3 categories as described below:
1. _Qualified Category_. Meets the minimum qualifications and demonstrates minimum experience and/or training only based on responses to occupational questionnaire.
2. _Highly Qualified Category_. Meets the minimum qualification requirements and demonstrates full-performance level experience based on responses to occupational questionnaire.
3. _Best Qualified Category_. Meets the minimum qualification requirements and demonstrates experience as an expert in the field or recognized as a senior specialist, team lead, etc.
The Assessment Questionnaire takes approximately 15 minutes to complete and collects information on your education, training and experience related to the following critical competencies:
Technical Competence: Works with and understands technical information related to telecommunications networks, systems, and equipment.
Program and Project Management: Uses principles, methods, and tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing programs, projects and resources.
IMPORTANT NOTE - YOU MUST FOLLOW ALL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. ERRORS OR OMISSIONS MAY AFFECT YOUR RATING .
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.
1. Click 'Apply Online'' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
2. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
3. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
4. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page using the following Vacancy ID 1127545. Fax your documents to .
You are highly encouraged to establish a USAJOBS account and submit your application package online so that you can receive status updates. If you cannot apply online:
1. Click to view and print the assessment questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the assessment questionnaire
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to . Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
PLEASE NOTE: When completing the 1203-FX, be sure to select only one response for each question. Selecting more than one response for a question may result in your application package being rated ineligible.
You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. R sum , you are encouraged to choose only ONE method of submitting your resume. (HR will review the resume that the system date stamps as the latest one received and this may not be the resume which best reflects your qualfications for the job and may result in an ineligible rating.) You may submit your resume by: attaching it within your USAJOBS account; uploading it within your Application Manager account; OR faxing it.
2. Complete Assessment Questionnaire
3. Other Supporting Documents
The following supporting documents are ONLY required if applicable to your personal qualifications or status. They must be received by the closing date of the announcement or at the time of application if applying to an announcement with an extended closing date.
1. Transcripts and/or Certifications : You must submit documentation to substantiate any claim of education. Please submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of courses, grades earned. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education .
2. Veterans Preference : If you are claiming veteran''s preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran''s preference, and will possibly impact your placement on the certificate. For more veterans'' information please click here.
10-Point Veterans'' Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans'' Preference plus the proof as required by the SF-15. Click here for a copy of the SF-15.
5-Point Veterans'' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active duty service.
3. Military Spouse Preference : Copy of spousal travel orders providing eligibility.
4. ICTAP Eligibles : A copy of the RIF separation notice and SF50 if available.
5. Cover Letter : You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume. Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or eligibility.
WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) Friday, June 06, 2014, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant''s responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.
The occupational questionnaire and the resume that you submit will be used to assess your qualifications for the job, and to identify the best qualified applicants to be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews. We will notify you of the outcome after each of these steps has been completed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
Application of Veterans Preference: The Category Rating Method does not add veterans'' preference points or apply the rule of three, but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Preference eligible''s who meet minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent must be listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-9 grade level or higher. A selecting official may make selections from the highest quality category (Best Qualified) provided no preference eligible in that category is passed over to select a non-preference eligible in that category unless the requirements of 5 U.S.C. 3317(b) or 3318(b) are satisfied.
All information included in the resume and Occupational Questionnaire is subject to review and verification. HR will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be further evaluated by information provided in the Occupational Questionnaire. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have misrepresented your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position and, if you''re already an employee, you may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal service.
These benefits generally apply if you are selected for a permanent or term appointment:
The Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program has many plans to choose from, all at very reasonable rates, which can be paid from pre-tax income.
The Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) is one of the premier retirement programs in the Nation. The program features three components: a retirement pension; the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP, an employee controlled investment program); and social security.
Federal Employee Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) offers numerous life insurance policy options covering federal employees and dependents.
Moving expenses may be paid. Recruitment, Retention and Relocation Incentives may be authorized, however, only current Federal employees are eligible for Retention and Relocation Incentives.
Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment.
A one year probationary or trial period may be required.
This is a Drug Testing position.
We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see ).
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Priority Consideration: If you are a displaced Federal Civil Service employee, and have a minimum score of 85, you may be entitled to receive special priority selection under the ICTAP. For more information on ICTAP, click here ICTAP Guidance. NOTE: If you have never worked for the Federal Government, you are NOT ICTAP eligible.
Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, at .)Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Department of Defense
United States Citizens Permanent Full Time Who May Apply: All U.S. Citizens
If you want to do interesting and challenging work and to make a contribution to national defense, DISA is a great place for you. DISA provides secure and reliable communications and computing support that enable the President and our military forces to communicate globally through voice, video, and data transmission. DISA is a leader within the Federal Government in implementing people programs and offers a broad range of quality-of-life and training programs. Go to for more information.
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN THE NETWORK SERVICES JOINT SYSTEMS ENGINEERING AND INTEGRATION OFFICE SPECIAL PROJECTS DIVISION, FORT MEADE, MARYLAND.
This position is being announced using the USA Staffing Application Manager system. Please click the How to Apply tab for instructions on applying for this position.
U.S. Citizenship or National
Serves as a senior engineer and technical expert for the Chief, Special Projects Division, in all engineering aspects, and provides team leadership in the administration of special projects and task forces related to engineering aspects of Secure Classified Communications for the National Leadership Communications Capability (NLCC) community.
Serves as the assistant to the Chief of Special Projects Division and represents the Chief in senior management level meetings, acting in his/her absence to provide technical oversight of staff and provide recommendations on program and staff performance.
Develops new and innovative concepts, strategies for assessments and advancement of computer or telecommunications networks while adapting and applying advanced computer networking methods and techniques to solve complex and unique decision making service requirements.
Integrates and coordinates the efforts of other DISA entities, Department of Defense (DoD), other governmental agencies and industry, in improving secure/classified mobility architectures and implementation. Should have a strong background in principles of IP communications, mobile networking technology, physics, digital signal processing, and network routing.
Works with civilian and military technicians within the Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3), Continuity of Operations/Continuity of Government (COOP/COG), National Military Command System (NMCS), NLCC and Senior Leader community, which includes members of the Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, military services, Chief Information Officers and on occasion members of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Network and Information Integration (ASD/NII).
Formulates, guides, and directs analytical studies to develop strategies for achieving approved long range objectives in advancing test and evaluation technologies, methodologies and concepts.
Serves as a consultant in NC3/COOP/COG/Senior Leader with responsibility for developing standard methods and procedures to be used throughout the Combatant Commands, military Services, and Defense Agencies. Develops and correlates research objectives; originates new concepts, methods, and techniques for research planning, program guidance, program evaluation, technological forecasting, and resource allocation.
Basic Requirements:
For the GS-854 and GS-855 Professional Engineering Series: Degree: professional engineering. To be acceptable, the curriculum must: (1) be in a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.
OR Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following:
Professional registration
Written Test
Specified academic courses
Related curriculum - With this criteria, applicants also need verification of employment from a supervisor stating you have performed professional engineering duties.
For more detailed information on the above criteria, please go to the Qualification Standards
For the GS-1550 Computer Science Series: Bachelor''s degree in computer science or bachelor''s degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement, qualified applicants must possess: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized experience is defined as: Team Lead, Engineering, planning, designing, and reviewing designs of information systems, which are designed as a total integrated system that incorporates a scalable hierarchy; develops and correlates research objectives; originates new concepts, methods, and techniques for research planning.
Education is not substitutable for specialized experience for this grade level. Background or Security Investigation: The individual selected will be subject to an investigation in conjunction with granting of a security clearance prior to appointment. Selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance. For more information about receiving and maintaining a security clearance, please click here. Your application will be evaluated and rated under the Category Rating and Selection Procedures. We will review your resume and supporting documentation and compare this information to your responses on the occupational questionnaire to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Eligible candidates will then be placed for selection consideration into 3 categories as described below:
1. _Qualified Category_. Meets the minimum qualifications and demonstrates minimum experience and/or training only based on responses to occupational questionnaire.
2. _Highly Qualified Category_. Meets the minimum qualification requirements and demonstrates full-performance level experience based on responses to occupational questionnaire.
3. _Best Qualified Category_. Meets the minimum qualification requirements and demonstrates experience as an expert in the field or recognized as a senior specialist, team lead, etc.
The Assessment Questionnaire takes approximately 15 minutes to complete and collects information on your education, training and experience related to the following critical competencies:
Technical Competence: Works with and understands technical information related to telecommunications networks, systems, and equipment.
Program and Project Management: Uses principles, methods, and tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing programs, projects and resources.
IMPORTANT NOTE - YOU MUST FOLLOW ALL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. ERRORS OR OMISSIONS MAY AFFECT YOUR RATING .
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.
1. Click 'Apply Online'' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
2. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
3. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application.
4. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page using the following Vacancy ID 1127545. Fax your documents to .
You are highly encouraged to establish a USAJOBS account and submit your application package online so that you can receive status updates. If you cannot apply online:
1. Click to view and print the assessment questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the assessment questionnaire
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to . Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
PLEASE NOTE: When completing the 1203-FX, be sure to select only one response for each question. Selecting more than one response for a question may result in your application package being rated ineligible.
You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. R sum , you are encouraged to choose only ONE method of submitting your resume. (HR will review the resume that the system date stamps as the latest one received and this may not be the resume which best reflects your qualfications for the job and may result in an ineligible rating.) You may submit your resume by: attaching it within your USAJOBS account; uploading it within your Application Manager account; OR faxing it.
2. Complete Assessment Questionnaire
3. Other Supporting Documents
The following supporting documents are ONLY required if applicable to your personal qualifications or status. They must be received by the closing date of the announcement or at the time of application if applying to an announcement with an extended closing date.
1. Transcripts and/or Certifications : You must submit documentation to substantiate any claim of education. Please submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of courses, grades earned. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education .
2. Veterans Preference : If you are claiming veteran''s preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran''s preference, and will possibly impact your placement on the certificate. For more veterans'' information please click here.
10-Point Veterans'' Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans'' Preference plus the proof as required by the SF-15. Click here for a copy of the SF-15.
5-Point Veterans'' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active duty service.
3. Military Spouse Preference : Copy of spousal travel orders providing eligibility.
4. ICTAP Eligibles : A copy of the RIF separation notice and SF50 if available.
5. Cover Letter : You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume. Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or eligibility.
WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) Friday, June 06, 2014, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant''s responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.
The occupational questionnaire and the resume that you submit will be used to assess your qualifications for the job, and to identify the best qualified applicants to be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews. We will notify you of the outcome after each of these steps has been completed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
Application of Veterans Preference: The Category Rating Method does not add veterans'' preference points or apply the rule of three, but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Preference eligible''s who meet minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent must be listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-9 grade level or higher. A selecting official may make selections from the highest quality category (Best Qualified) provided no preference eligible in that category is passed over to select a non-preference eligible in that category unless the requirements of 5 U.S.C. 3317(b) or 3318(b) are satisfied.
All information included in the resume and Occupational Questionnaire is subject to review and verification. HR will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be further evaluated by information provided in the Occupational Questionnaire. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have misrepresented your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position and, if you''re already an employee, you may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal service.
These benefits generally apply if you are selected for a permanent or term appointment:
The Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program has many plans to choose from, all at very reasonable rates, which can be paid from pre-tax income.
The Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) is one of the premier retirement programs in the Nation. The program features three components: a retirement pension; the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP, an employee controlled investment program); and social security.
Federal Employee Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) offers numerous life insurance policy options covering federal employees and dependents.
Moving expenses may be paid. Recruitment, Retention and Relocation Incentives may be authorized, however, only current Federal employees are eligible for Retention and Relocation Incentives.
Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment.
A one year probationary or trial period may be required.
This is a Drug Testing position.
We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see ).
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Priority Consideration: If you are a displaced Federal Civil Service employee, and have a minimum score of 85, you may be entitled to receive special priority selection under the ICTAP. For more information on ICTAP, click here ICTAP Guidance. NOTE: If you have never worked for the Federal Government, you are NOT ICTAP eligible.
Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, at .)Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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