Computer Engineer

• Hiring Agency: Department of the Air Force Headquarters

The primary purpose of this position is:
To serve as a Computer Engineer of 10 SOPS located at Point Mugu Naval Air Station, CA in support of the United States Space Force's (USSF) narrow band satellite communications ground system.

1. Performs as a computer engineer implementing requirements and performing system design, analysis of computer hardware and software applications, testing and operational troubleshooting to maintain and improve a worldwide network of highly sensitive electronic data acquisition and processing stations. 2.

Applies judgment and knowledge in administration of computer software programs to define and support existing and new designs and/or improvements to existing complex systems.
3. Manages the development and documentation of operational concepts and strategies for assigned programs/projects.
4. Implements Developmental Operations (Dev Ops) principles and techniques such as automated testing, continuous improvement, configuration control, and infrastructure as software.

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY:
If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S.

Department of Education must accredit education. FOREIGN

EDUCATION:

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This position is a Cyber Excepted Service (CES) position implemented under Section 1599f of Title 10, United States Code (U.S.C). This position is in the Excepted Service. DoD Components with CES positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 3005, CES Employment and Placement.

If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.

For additional information, For additional information on CES, KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

(KSAs):
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1.

Knowledge of professional computer engineering and scientific concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, and procedures; and ability to modify standard practices and techniques to solve complex and familiarization with software, SOH, and Dev Ops as they apply to scientific data acquisition processes.
2. Knowledge of professional computer engineering, systems hardware design and software applications.

Must have engineering level understanding of computer engineering, systems/programs, systems architectures, facilities, hardware, software, policies, concepts, practices and methodology found both in the Federal government and private industry. Must possess knowledge of, and practical application skills in, major computer operating systems, including Windows, Linux- and Unix-based systems, Solaris 10 and 11, and networked equipment operating systems. 3.

Knowledge of AFTAC, DOD, and AF policies, entities, missions, resources, operations, capabilities, and requirements as related to assigned program(s) and/or project(s). 4. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to produce highly technical reports, position papers, and briefings; resolve conflicts based on mature judgment and experience; effectively negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships. 5.

Knowledge of security procedures to maintain control of classified materials. Knowledge and a high degree of judgment, resourcefulness, originality, and ability to foresee the impact of changing technology. PART-TIME OR UNPAID

EXPERIENCE:

Credit will be given for appropriate…