Manager

Naval Sea Systems Command • Keyport, WA

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Serves as Branch Manager of the Submarine Launched Unmanned Undersea Vehicle Branch, also known as the Small and Medium Unmanned Undersea Vehicle Branch, at NAVUNSEAWARCENDIV KEYPORT, Washington. The position is equivalent to the GS-14/15 level, although salary may be limited to GS-14 Step 10 (currently $196,954). The manager leads an in-service engineering, maintenance, and research and development workforce responsible for technical projects and programs. The role includes developing and sustaining Branch capabilities, managing resources and staffing, standardizing engineering processes, supporting safe testing and maintenance, and contributing to strategic initiatives. This is a Mission Essential position and may require travel to domestic and international locations, including remote or isolated sites.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12/13 grade level or ND-4 pay band in federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
• Specialized experience as a professional engineer or scientist managing the design, testing, evaluation, or sustainment of complex systems for undersea vehicles.
• Meet the applicable basic education requirements for the relevant occupational series (0801, 1301, 1501, 1515, or 1520), through the specified degree, coursework, licensing, examination, or education-and-experience pathways.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in direct deposit and successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Current federal employees applying for GS jobs generally must meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date.
• Must obtain and maintain the required interim and/or final security clearance before entering duty; MSP/PPP applicants must already hold the required clearance.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, including marijuana testing, and is subject to random testing.
• Must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods; travel may include CONUS and OCONUS locations and remote or isolated sites.
• Must meet applicable Selective Service registration requirements for males born after December 31, 1959.
• Must review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.

Responsibilities

• Provide management and leadership to an in-service engineering, maintenance, and research and development workforce to execute technical projects and programs within the Branch.
• Develop, maintain, and improve Branch capabilities and competencies through strategic resource management, including maintaining sufficient staffing and technical capabilities.
• Codify analytical approaches and support development, implementation, and long-term stewardship of standardized engineering and technical processes.
• Support safe execution of on-water and laboratory-based test evolutions and maintenance operations in compliance with Navy quality and safety regulations.
• Lead or participate in strategic initiatives aligned with Division, Department, or Command goals.
• Ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and completion of mission-essential tasks.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.
• Recruitment, relocation, or student loan repayment incentives may be authorized for eligible selectees, subject to funding and policy.
• A relocation incentive may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager