Weapons Effectiveness Studio (WES) Principal Investigator (PI)

Valparaiso, FLThe AFRL Munitions Directorate (AFRL/RW) seeks to hire a Mid-Level DR-0801/0830/0854/0855-02 (GS-12/13 equivalent) in the Lethality and Validation Section (AFRL/RWSAL) at Eglin AFB in
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Job Overview

We will be accepting candidate submissions from 2 Feb 23 to 15 Feb 23.  Please include all APDP Acquisition Certification(s) in the resume.  Provide transcripts with submission, if transcripts are not included, you may not be found qualified. If you are a current government employee, include the most recent SF 50.  

The AFRL Munitions Directorate seeks to hire a General Engineer (DR-0801), Mechanical Engineer (DR-0830), Computer Engineer (DR-0854), Electronics Engineer (DR-0855) for a mid-level, DR-02 position in the Strategy Division (RWS), Modeling Siimulation and Analysis Branch (RWSA), Lethality and Validation Section (RWSAL) at Eglin, AFB in Valparaiso, Florida.  This announcement is for the Weapon Effectiveness Studio (WES) Principal Investigator (PI) position. The ideal candidate will have the experience to plan and manage the integration of high-fidelity physics-based software applications/modules into engineering-level lethality frameworks to achieve multi-fidelity weapons effects solutions. This position will lead modeling activities to analyze the response of structural components and fixed target structures subjected to weapon effects loadings. Duties includes but is not limited to applying machine learning and advanced regression models to develop lethality analysis tools capable of capturing multiple physical responses, project management, risk management, and financial management.

Position duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Will function as a Principal Investigator (PI) supporting research and production of the Weapons Effects Studio (WES) project.
  • Performs research for Structural Response modeling and simulation.
  • Leverage modeling & simulation tools to perform research and conduct analysis.
  • Perform lethality assessments using a wide variety of munitions.
  • Conduct experiments and leverage the data to validate M&S models.
  • Work with Portfolio Managers to fund/manage/execute R&D contracts in support of research activities.
  • Leverage software engineering (object-oriented) experience to manage/plan lethality assessment software projects.
  • Publish research in accordance with AFRL policy and Branch Technical Advisor approval/direction. 
  • Serve as coordinator for branch activities and collaborations with DoD as well as other countries, industry and academic organizations.
  • Performs duties in a professional, responsive, and cooperative manner in accordance with established policies and procedures.    

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy

Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.

Remote Work (Multiple Potential Duty Locations): The duty location for this position can be at the below Duty Locations. Telework options can be negotiated and implemented after entrance on duty

Eglin AFB, FL

Required Qualifications

  • US Citizenship                                                                                                                                                                      
  •  Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
  • Must possess a professional science or engineering (S&E) degree from an accredited academic institution. Applicant must list degree information on resume to include any professional military education.
  • Must have at least one year of specialized experience at the DR-01/GS-11 or equivalent grade level SpecializedExperience
  • This is an APDP coded position requiring Level /Tier 1 (Foundational) Non-Critical certification in Engineering & Technical Management (N) This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The employee must meet, or be capable of meeting Defense Acquisition Work Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position.      The selectee will have 24-months to meet APDP requirements or a waiver must be obtained.  Applicant must list all completed acquisition certification on resume.
  • Announcement 14791

Desired Qualifications

  • Direct knowledge of weapon/target interaction physics applicable to Structural Response.
  • Firm understanding for software architecture and interface paradigms.
  • Research and Development discovery as pertaining to lethality M&S software
  • Knowledge of DoD and AF testing facilities, methods, and processes:
    • Range safety protocols and processes
    • Design/Conduct of experiments
    • Weapon penetration prediction methods, software and physics principles
    • Model Verification and Validation principles
  • Fast-running algorithm development
    • Mathematical representation of test/synthetic data and high-fidelity simulation output
    • Software development familiarity
    • General proficiency in one or more software or scripting languages
    • Basic understanding of software development lifecycle
    • Software testing
    • Visualization techniques/principles
  • High-fidelity physics based model familiarity (Finite Element, Solid Mechanics, Lagrangian/Eularian modeling)
  • Experience with program management
    • Budgeting
    • Planning and Organizing
    • Milestone identification and tracking
    • Reporting
    • S&E level contractor interactions
    • Briefing technical concepts to senior leadership and peers at technical symposia
  • Experience with international partnerships
  • Critical Thinking
  • Communications
  • Team Building
  • Requisition Number 14791

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0801

0830

0854

0855