Computer Engineer

Department of the Air Force Headquarters•Point Mugu, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Computer Engineer serves with 10 SOPS at Point Mugu Naval Air Station, California, supporting the United States Space Force’s narrowband satellite communications ground system. The role implements requirements and conducts system design, computer hardware and software application analysis, testing, and operational troubleshooting to maintain and improve a worldwide network of highly sensitive electronic data acquisition and processing stations. The position applies engineering judgment and knowledge to administer computer software programs and support existing and new designs or improvements to complex systems. It manages the development and documentation of operational concepts and strategies for assigned programs and projects, and applies Developmental Operations (DevOps) principles and techniques, including automated testing, continuous improvement, configuration control, and infrastructure as software. This is a developmental Cyber Excepted Service position, potentially filled at GG-09 with a target grade of GG-12. The employee must be able to obtain and retain a SECRET security clearance and sign a nondisclosure agreement. The position may require travel on military or commercial aircraft for temporary duty assignments and work outside normal duty hours, including shift work, emergency overtime, evenings, weekends, or holidays.

Requirements

Meet the engineering education or an accepted combination of education and experience requirement, including the specified engineering coursework, registration/licensure, Fundamentals of Engineering examination, or qualifying related curriculum and experience.
For GG-09, demonstrate qualifying professional computer engineering or scientific knowledge and experience, or meet the stated graduate education or combined education and experience alternative.
For GG-12, demonstrate qualifying professional computer engineering or scientific knowledge and experience applying it to difficult and complex assignments or developing new methods, approaches, or procedures.
Possess knowledge of computer engineering, systems hardware design, software applications, system architectures, facilities, policies, concepts, practices, and methodology.
Have practical knowledge of major computer operating systems, including Windows, Linux- and Unix-based systems, Solaris 10 and 11, and networked equipment operating systems.
Be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing, produce technical reports, position papers, and briefings, resolve conflicts, negotiate complex issues, and maintain working relationships.
Possess knowledge of security procedures for controlling classified materials and exercise judgment and resourcefulness in response to changing technology.
Be a U.S. citizen.
Be able to obtain and retain a SECRET security clearance and sign a nondisclosure agreement.
Maintain current certifications.
Meet Selective Service registration requirements, if applicable.
Submit transcripts when required to establish education qualifications.

Responsibilities

Implement requirements and perform system design, computer hardware and software application analysis, testing, and operational troubleshooting for a worldwide network of electronic data acquisition and processing stations.
Administer computer software programs and support existing and new designs or improvements to complex systems.
Manage the development and documentation of operational concepts and strategies for assigned programs and projects.
Implement DevOps principles and techniques, including automated testing, continuous improvement, configuration control, and infrastructure as software.