Electronics Engineer

Defense Information Systems Agency • Fort Meade, MD

5d

About The Position

This position is recruited under 10 U.S.C. 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service (CES) and does not convey eligibility for conversion to the Competitive Service. It supports the mission of U.S. Cyber Command and is in the Professional Work Category at the Senior Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure. The position is located in the DISA - OC/Infrastructure Directorate.

The Electronics Engineer plans, implements, configures, and operates satellite communications and ground-system network services. The role develops and applies policies, processes, procedures, and strategies for multidisciplinary IT networking services to enable voice, data, and system integration and interoperability. It supports the operation, maintenance, and oversight of telecommunications systems, including upgrades, integration, testing, troubleshooting, transformation, and evaluation. The engineer also develops project plans, assigns and prioritizes work for network specialists, and oversees project implementation.

The position configures and optimizes network hubs, routers, and switches; develops and implements network backup and recovery procedures; diagnoses connectivity problems; maintains device operating-system software such as IOS and firmware; and installs or replaces network hubs and routers. The position requires a favorable suitability review and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). It is designated for drug testing and is subject to DoD 8140 qualification requirements.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• For males born after December 31, 1959, registration for or exemption from Selective Service.
• Favorable suitability review and ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with access to SCI.
• Complete DoD 8140 Foundational Qualifications within 9 months and Residential Qualification requirements within 12 months.
• Meet the basic professional engineering education requirement: an eligible engineering degree, or an acceptable combination of college-level education, training, and/or technical experience demonstrating the required engineering-science background through an allowed qualifying criterion.
• For GG-13, at least one year of qualifying experience demonstrating competencies for immediate success, equivalent to work at the next lower federal grade level. Qualifying experience is architecting, developing, or modifying highly complex custom electronic components; leading cross-functional teams and managing liaisons among command groups, depot elements, and private industry partners; or developing complex test and evaluation procedures for advanced electronics or automated test equipment.
• Describe qualifying experience and/or selective placement factors in the resume.
• Meet all qualifications within 30 days after the announcement closing date.
• Education used to meet qualifications must be from an accredited college or university. Foreign education must be evaluated by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services at application time.
• Submit documentation verifying veterans' preference eligibility if claiming preference.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, configure, and operate network services and systems for satellite communications and ground systems.
• Develop, interpret, plan, and apply policies, processes, procedures, and strategies for multidisciplinary IT networking services supporting voice, data, integration, and interoperability.
• Carry out operation, maintenance, and oversight of telecommunications systems, including upgrades, integration, testing, troubleshooting, transformation efforts, and evaluation.
• Develop project plans, assign and prioritize work for network specialists, and oversee implementation of project activities.
• Configure and optimize network hubs, routers, and switches, including higher-level protocols and tunneling.
• Develop and implement network backup and recovery procedures and diagnose connectivity problems.
• Install and maintain network infrastructure device operating-system software, including IOS and firmware.
• Install or replace network hubs and routers.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

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