Engineering TECH Security Clearance

Position: ENGINEERING TECH with Security Clearance
Location: Patuxent River

Duties
* You will provide coordination for the complete instrumentation systems within the assigned Squadron by advising contractors on approved instrumentation methods and procedures and perform research and tests to develop new measurement techniques.
* You will plan, design, manage, and coordinate complex instrumentation installations for the assigned section by evaluating numerous system requirements, and analyzing other critical factors affecting system performance and cost
* You will ensure overall system data quality by witnessing contractor calibrations and advising contractors on best installation methods and practices to ensure optimum system performance.
* You will direct the work of engineers and other technicians assigned to the installation team and coordinates efforts of the various shops and laboratories.
* You will keep abreast of the latest engineering technological advances as well as state-of-the-art applications pertinent to the development of new products in the aircraft instrumentation field.
* You will advise others within the instrumentation community (both contractor and government) on how to assimilate advanced technologies.
* You will coordinate project planning with program sponsors from engineering competencies to limit cost and aircraft downtime. Requirements Conditions of employment
* Must be a US Citizen.
* Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
* Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
* New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
* Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
* Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
* Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
* You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
* Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
* This position may require substantial amounts of walking, climbing, bending and lifting. Short time frames may impose stress.
* You will be required to obtain and maintain any required certification and/or license as a condition of employment. Qualifications Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
1) Serve as a technical lead or instrumentation specialist applying project management and engineering principles to design, develop, install, test, and evaluate complex airborne instrumentation systems and prototypes on VX-23 aircraft platforms;
2) Advanced problem-solving skills utilizing computer applications to analyze data, evaluate equipment modifications, adapt engineering precedents, and generate accurate schedule and cost estimates that balance mission and stakeholder interests;
3) Strong oral and written communication skills are required to clearly articulate complex concepts, prepare technical documentation, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including engineers, pilots, and contractors to resolve technical differences and ensure system data quality;
4) Adherence to strict safety, HAZMAT, and relevant Test Wing Instrumentation technical standards and the capability to perform physical duties in demanding environments like aircraft hangars or ships. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site:
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education EDUCATION IS NOT SUBSTITUTABLE FOR EXPERIENCE AT THIS GRADE LEVEL. Additional information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

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