Interdisciplinary Supervisory General Engineer/Operations Research Analyst

Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations • Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD

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About The Position

This is a public notice flyer announcing anticipated vacancies under the Certain Competitive Service / Modified Direct Hire Authority. Applications are not accepted through the flyer; interested applicants must follow its “How to Apply” directions. There may or may not be vacancies filled from the flyer, and applicants will not receive notice-of-result letters.

The position serves as a technical expert and consultant, providing advice to senior-level personnel. It provides analytical, engineering, and technical advice to Operational Test Directors on operational test design, analytical reports, and test plans; assists with interpretation and evaluation of operational test results and program designs; reviews test and evaluation master plans, operational test plans, and evaluation reports; and develops and redefines contractor support requirements for assigned programs.

The position requires meeting the basic requirements for at least one of the 0801 General Engineer or 1515 Operations Research Analyst series, plus at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 level. The role may require travel to locations within and outside the continental United States, including remote or isolated sites, and extended travel on military and commercial aircraft. It requires obtaining and maintaining an interim and/or final top secret security clearance, completing a pre-employment drug test, and meeting applicable Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act certification and continuous-learning requirements.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct-deposit pay program.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final top secret security clearance before entering on duty; failure to obtain or maintain the clearance may result in withdrawal of an offer or removal.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, including marijuana; employees are subject to random testing.
• Must meet the basic requirements for at least one of the 0801 General Engineer or 1515 Operations Research Analyst occupational series.
• Must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 level or pay band, performing some of the listed specialized-experience duties.
• Must meet applicable Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act certification requirements for the assigned functional area and tier, and continuous-learning point requirements within established timeframes.
• Must be able to travel as required, including to CONUS and OCONUS locations and potentially remote or isolated sites, and travel for extended periods on military and commercial aircraft.
• Supervisors must review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct, complete ethics orientation within three months of appointment, and submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-450) within 30 days of appointment.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• New Department of the Navy employees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Retired military members appointed to a civilian position within 180 days immediately following retirement are subject to 5 U.S.C. 3326.
• Applicants qualifying under the 0801 engineering series must meet its specified engineering education or education-and-experience requirements, such as an acceptable engineering degree or qualifying combination of education, training, and technical experience.
• Applicants qualifying under the 1515 operations research series must have a degree in operations research or at least 24 semester hours in the specified fields, including at least three semester hours of calculus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert and consultant, providing expert advice to senior-level personnel.
• Provide analytical, engineering, and technical advice to Operational Test Directors on operational test design, written analytical reports, and test plans.
• Assist with interpretation and evaluation of operational test results and program designs.
• Review test and evaluation master plans, operational test plans, and evaluation reports.
• Develop and redefine contractor support requirements for assigned programs.
• Evaluate defense acquisition systems and ensure program test and evaluation results are correct.
• Provide expert advice on the development and interpretation of operational testing.
• Develop and implement training plans.
• Review evaluation and operational tests for validity and sound engineering and analytical principles.
• Ensure selected methods are feasible from operational and economic viewpoints.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits eligibility depends on position type, and applicants are directed to contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed