Mid-Level Senior Engineer (GS-14 Equivalent)

Job Overview

Does missiles, rockets and munitions strike a spark in you? Then come join our world-class scientists & engineers at the Munitions Directorate. We will be accepting candidate submissions until 28 February.

The AFRL Munitions Directorate (AFRL / RW) seeks to hire a Mid-Level Senior Engineer, DR-0801-03 (GS-14 equivalent) as the Lead Science & Technology Systems Engineer in the Science & Technology Division (RWT), Eglin AFB in Valparaiso, Florida.

Experience in the following : As leader, the successful candidate is expected to have experience in conducting and leading complex research, understanding and applying system engineering principles, and motivational skills for growing a robust system engineering culture. Must have at least one year of specialized experience at the DR-02 / GS-13 or equivalent grade level Specialized Experience in applying system engineering principles and tools in the development of munition technology (Ordnance, Guidance, Seekers, Propulsion, Modeling & Simulation, or Testing) and / or development of weapon systems (Air-to-Air Missiles, Air-to-Surface Munitions, weapon support equipment or artillery).

Position duties include but are not limited to :

• Serves as the RWT Systems Engineer. Leads, promotes, and enables complex professional engineering and scientific work involving the application of multidisciplinary engineering fields such as : electronics, mechanical, systems, aerospace, and / or other engineering disciplines to plan, organize, direct and coordinate significant and complex research projects and / or processes.
• Resolves multi-faceted problems spanning multiple disciplines.
• Leads research and / or other professional and scientific efforts to ensure quality and relevant technical oversight, including safety management systems.
• Provides technical guidance to research and / or scientific teams to foster collaboration, promote synergy, encourage innovation, and ensure scientific rigor.
• Develops innovative approaches and solutions that exploit emerging technology and foster an environment of technology exploitation.
• Cultivates and sustains a professional atmosphere of cooperation, cohesion and teamwork.
• Communicates, collaborates, and provides counsel to HQ AF, MAJCOMS, COCOMS, HQ AFRL, other services, universities, and industry both nationally and internationally.
• Authors, publishes, and directs authoritative technical reports, articles, papers, and presentations to be presented to internal and external senior leaders and officials, as well as, at professional conferences.

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

Required Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT : You must meet the following qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement and provide documentation to support your qualifications.

To view qualifying educational requirements and specialized experience click on the following link :

https : / / www.opm.gov / policy-data-oversight / classification-qualifications / general-schedule-qualification-standards / #url=GS-PROF

Click on the following links to view the occupational requirements for this position :

Engineering : https : / / www.opm.gov / policy-data-oversight / classification-qualifications / general-schedule-qualification-standards / 0800 / files / all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf

To qualify at the DR-3 GS-14 grade level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level, which must include the following experience : in conducting and leading complex research, understanding and applying system engineering principles, and motivational skills for growing a robust system engineering culture.

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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE :

For more information related to required qualifications for 0800 series : https : / / www.opm.gov / policy-data-oversight / classification-qualifications / general-schedule-qualification-standards / 0800 / files / all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf

When applying for vacant positions, applicants must verify that all required documents, as listed in the vacancy announcement, are complete and attached to the application prior to submitting the application package for consideration, thereby decreasing the chances of non-referral to the hiring manager for consideration.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with the technical areas below :

Additional Information

Requisition # 50559)

Series

0801