AFRL/RWTOF Section Chief - Multidisciplinary Mid-Level Supervisory Engineer DR-0801/0830/0855-02 (GS-12/13 Equivalent)

Valparaiso, FL The AFRL Munitions Directorate (AFRL/RW) seeks to hire a Mid-Level multidisciplinary engineer DR-0801-0830/0855 (GS-12/13 equivalent) as the Section Chief, Fuzing Electronics SectionDR-02: $74,734 - $117,351

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Job Overview

AFRL/RWTO will be accepting candidate submissions from 12 June 2024 to 8 Jul 2024. Include all APDP Acquisition Certification(s) in the resume. Provide transcripts with submission. If you are a current government employee, include the most recent SF 50. If transcripts and I/A most recent SF 50 are not included, candidate will not be referred. The AFRL Munitions Directorate (AFRL/RW) seeks to hire a Mid-Level multidisciplinary engineer, DR-0801/0830/0855 (GS-12/13 equivalent) as the Section Chief, Fuzing Electronics Section Eglin AFB in Valparaiso, Florida.

This announcement may be used to fill vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Meeting the required qualifications is essential, and we value diverse backgrounds and experiences. Don’t think you meet every requirement for this position? Studies have shown that many talented candidates don't apply because they assume that they are not qualified and do not feel like they meet every single requirement. At AFRL we are dedicated to building a workplace with diverse experiences, perspectives and talent that enables us to effectively accomplish and accelerate our mission. So, if you’re excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with the duties, we strongly encourage you to apply! You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Experience in the following: Supervising technicians and scientists and/or testing associated with the evaluation of components with fuzing electronics and/or Systems engineering & integration for components & higher levels amd/or working with/within DoD R&D community and/or working with developing and maintaining close relationships with industry, academia, and other gov't agencies on S&T and/or safety/quality aspects in operations and/or cultivates/sustains professional environment. Experience in technical training and/or prior experience to being an effective team member working multidisciplinary (R&D) efforts focused on munition fuzing, including a mix of university-level theoretical developments, early AFRL-lead proof-of-concept demonstrations, and larger demonstration and testing efforts coordinated with a broader DoD and contractor base.

Position duties include but are not limited to:

Directs, coordinates and oversees work through subordinate employees. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of senior management.
Utilizes multidisciplinary professional engineering/scientific work involving the application of electronics, mechanical, systems, aerospace, computer, oprations research and/or other engineering/scientific disciplines to plan, organize, lead and coordinate research projects and/or processes.
It applies a number of diverse engineering practices, techniques, and processes to identify and resolve issues, as well as ensure resolutions are consistent with program objectives, existing policies, and procedures.
Performs analysis and uses systematic, disciplined, and quantifiable approaches to manage projects.
Determines how best to accomplish multi-disciplinary engineering objectives, develops and evaluates alternatives, designs and conducts experiments, analyzes and interprets results, publishes papers and technical reports, delivers presentations of results, and monitors in-house activities.
Prepares contractual documents, technical reports, and/or evaluates technical proposals if needed.
Develops and maintains collaborations within and outside AFRL.
Maintains a technical and programmatic cognizance of outside technological and research projects and programs; reports status to peers and senior technical leaders as required.
Organizes, manages and participates in workshops and technical exchange meetings as required.

The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.

This announcement may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

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.

Required Qualifications

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
US Citizenship.
Being eligible to obtain and maintain a TS SCI security clearance. This is a drug testing position.
This has been designated as an acquisition coded position, Tier 1 - Foundational, Non-Critical in Engineering & Technology Management
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

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Click on the following links to view 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

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify at the DR-2 GS-12/13 grade level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level, which must include the following experience: knowledge of standards for DoD/AF explosive safety and/or industry/DOE and/or propellant.

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:

Individuals must have one year of specialized experience, which includes knowledge of standards for DoD/AF explosive safety and/or industry/DOE and/or propellant. The definition of specialized experience is typical of work done at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11/DR/DO-02). 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
Must have at least one year of specialized related experience at the DR/DO-01/GS-11 or equivalent grade level.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
This position is an Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) position requiring Level/Tier 2 (Practitioner) Non-Critical certification in Engineering & Technical Management (N).
This is a Drug Testing position.
Applicants for this position must list any acquisition certifications and status as an acquisition corps member in their resume.

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:

Experience working with or within the Department of Defense or similar research community.
Master’s Degree/PhD from an ABET accredited school.
Experience with high voltage electronic systems.
Experience designing both digital and analog electronic systems.
Familiarity with application of MIL-STD-1316D to fuze systems.
Demonstrated ability to lead or guide small cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams to resolve technical challenges related to fuze technologies.
Experience with facilitating and enabling internal/external collaboration and partnerships for technology development.
Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated the ability to work within or lead a team to build consensus, seek alternative viewpoints from others, and identify and resolve conflicts/problems with the workforce.
Cultivates and sustains a professional environment of cooperation, cohesion, and teamwork.
The ability to work and lead others in complex, non-standard, and fast-paced environments.
The ability to support and enable an organizational program, mission, vision, values, and promote a culture of innovation.

(Requisition # 73164)

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