Duties
DUTY 1: Performs mechanical engineering work in support of conventional projects or portions of larger projects and programs under the guidance of a senior engineer. The incumbent must apply judgment in the independent application of the professional methods and techniques previously learned. Draws upon well-established approaches, criteria and practices of the profession, and uses typical engineering calculations and considerations in making minor modifications. Knowledge of work processes, and the capability to apply standard general engineering practices, are required to directly apply varied rules, procedures and precedents to the assignments. As the widely recognized specialist within the designated functional mission area, incumbent is intimately familiar with major pioneering work both within and outside the Air Force and DoD including developments within the industry.
DUTY 2: Plans and carries out the collection and analysis of information, data and standards used by the assigned organization to perform mechanical engineering tasks. Research problems and issues to identify cause and develops solutions which take into consideration the methods and techniques of various professional engineering disciplines. Plans work procedures and selects standard practices and data to be applied to work projects and identified problems. Uses accepted engineering work processes to search for information to bear on a problem and recognizes situations. Incumbent is required to make independent decisions concerning technical matters involving conventional engineering practices and procedures for assigned tasks.
DUTY 3: Carries out special projects designed to facilitate the full use of the intern's training and development. Such assignments include the development of written summaries and reports to be used by higher level engineers, contractors and/or customers; leading teams of co-workers in completion of a conventional project; serving as a team member on large, complex studies; etc. Uses a wide range of engineering manuals, standard publications and technical material to obtain information, analyze data and prepare reports. Presents briefings or presentations on findings, which may require gaining senior officials' acceptance of proposed solutions. Participates in the collection and analysis of the information, data and standards used by the assigned organization to perform a variety of mechanical engineering assignments.
DUTY 4: Uses engineering manuals, standard publications and technical material to obtain information and pertinent data. Develops and presents briefings or presentations as required. Keeps abreast of emerging technologies and professional developments to maintain current in the field and for application to work assignments. Uses computers/computer software such as analysis tools and project tracking programs to solve engineering problems and facilitate work. Conclusions and recommendations have a direct impact on management plans and decisions regarding policies and procedures. Conducts analysis of various systems, relationships and models, evaluating and/or redefining the impact of new capabilities on current systems and policies. Serves as a consultant and technical specialist to organizational scientists, engineers, leaders, and/or agency officials responsible for broad program operations.
RequirementsConditions of Employment

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• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
• You will be required to serve a one year probationary period.
• Minimum GPA of 2.95 on a 4.0 grading scale
• Mobility - you may be required to relocate during or after completion of your training
• Opportunity for situational telework as determined by the unit

QualificationsINDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

• Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; 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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

• Professional knowledge of mechanical engineering policies, theories, principles, and concepts, and familiarity with other engineering disciplines to carry out conventional engineering assignments.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and apply mechanical engineering rules and procedures in a variety of situations and recommend effective solutions to senior engineers.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of computer operations and standards software applications.

Education
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FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
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