Computer Engineer

Defense Media Activity • Fort Meade, MD

11d

About The Position

This position is part of the Department of War, War Media Activity (WMA). The Computer Engineer provides policy and procedures for Department of War audiovisual and visual information activities and operations, including combat camera operations and newspapers and print media throughout DoW, such as the European and Pacific Stars and Stripes. At the GS-0854-13 level, the role designs, develops, tests, and maintains complex hardware and software systems supporting critical WMA broadcast radio and television missions. It also involves professional engineering and scientific work on computer systems, including hardware, software, and their integration; preparing acquisition documents; researching systems and equipment; and evaluating complex electronic systems for compliance with technical and operational requirements.

The position is full-time on a set schedule, with occasional overtime and travel. It is situational telework eligible. The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance, pass pre-employment and periodic drug tests, and obtain a cyber-related certification listed in the DoD 8140 qualification repository within six months of employment. Travel to contingency or hostile fire zones may be required to install equipment or conduct surveys and broadcast operations; occasional temporary duty travel is required for meetings and staff assistance visits. The role requires lifting and carrying support equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds for extended periods.

Applicants must meet the GS-13 specialized experience requirement and the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 0854 series. The engineering education requirement may be met through a qualifying professional engineering degree or an accepted combination of education and experience. A transcript is required when using education to meet the requirements; education cannot substitute for specialized experience at this grade level.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
• Specialized experience designing, developing, and integrating complex hardware and systems software across specialized Radio Automation and Audio over IP (AoIP) networks, using state-of-the-art architectures and Agile methodologies.
• Specialized experience engineering and maintaining high-definition television, satellite, and digital switching systems; diagnosing technical vulnerabilities; and conducting readiness inspections of CONUS and OCONUS bureaus for compliance with original equipment manufacturer and military standards.
• Specialized experience drafting legally binding Statements of Work and Performance Work Statements for complex technical acquisitions, defending sole-source justifications, and managing contractor performance in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 0854 series through a qualifying professional engineering bachelor's degree or higher, or an accepted combination of education and experience.
• Submit a transcript if using education to meet the qualification requirements.
• Be a U.S. citizen and suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.
• Obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
• Pass pre-employment drug screening and periodic drug testing thereafter.
• Obtain a cyber-related certification listed in the DoD 8140 qualification repository within six months of employment and maintain required certifications.
• Be able to lift and carry support equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds for extended periods.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service or exempt.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain complex hardware and software systems supporting WMA broadcast radio and television missions.
• Perform engineering and scientific work involving the design, construction, and operation of computer systems, including hardware, software, and their integration.
• Prepare statements of work, performance work statements, equipment and systems requirements, and contracting documents for complex technical acquisitions.
• Develop sole-source and brand-name justifications and defend requirements when required.
• Monitor and adjust acquisitions and provide progress reports to senior management and operational managers.
• Research and develop provisioning plans, equipment capabilities, systems designs, and industry-proven system architectures.
• Develop and evaluate complex equipment specifications and requirements, conduct tests, and determine the suitability of off-the-shelf electronic equipment and sophisticated electronic systems for compliance with agency technical and operational requirements.
• Install equipment or conduct surveys and broadcast operations in contingency or hostile fire zones when required.
• Attend meetings and conduct staff assistance visits as required.

Benefits

• The job posting states that federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits are not enumerated.

What This Job Offers

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