ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN.

Duties

• You will serve as the technical lead and Subject Matter Expert (SME) in test management for Atlantic Targets and Marine Operations (ATMO) Key West within the Test and Evaluation Target Support Branch.
• You will be responsible for coordinating the efforts of vessel operations in support of events conducted at the ATMO Key West detachment and offshore ranges.
• You will formulate approaches using knowledge of related projects and ensure that all the proper coordination with others within the region is accomplished to resolve any technological or environmental problems.
• You will develop plans and make written and oral presentations for stakeholders on project status, technical problems, scheduling, and costs.
• You will employ technical knowledge of range operational processes including the Test Resource Management System (TRMS), range support process, schedule, and project budget requirements.
  
  

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
  
  

Qualifications

Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the DT-4 pay band or GS-11/12 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:1) Developing technical concepts, principles, and practices related to test planning, conduct, and delivering data products; 2) Leading a project team in the implementation and institution of new and innovative target and vessel support concepts, process and procedural changes; 3) Presenting and explaining new operational concepts, range capabilities, and making recommendations for changes throughout all levels of an organization; and 4) Managing cost, schedule, and performance of Test and Evaluation support projects.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.

Additional information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at:

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees.

A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
  
  

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.