This is a three-year, Career Development program for entry-level engineers designed to prepare selectees for full professional performance.
This dynamic three-year formal training program includes rotational assignments which will enable you to work on various aspects of the programs related to the missile defense system; attend classroom and web-based training; participate in formal mentoring; and be a part of cohort experiences with other developmental program participants. There will be annual promotion opportunities based upon meeting time-in-grade requirements, successful performance, successful completion of required training, and supervisory approval. This is your opportunity to begin a successful civilian career with the Missile Defense Agency.
The selectees for these positions may be eligible for advancement without further competition up to the established target grade upon meeting the MDA requirements, such as: developmental benchmarks, performance requirements, etc. that are specifically established for the career program or specifically designed for the incumbent in the Individualized Development Plan (IDP).
These positions are being filled under the Acquisition Expedited Hiring Authority (EHA) using OPM's Direct Hire Authority.
These positions are located in the Missile Defense Agency:
Director for Engineering (DEM) - Redstone Arsenal, AL
Director for Test (DT) - Redstone Arsenal, AL
These position are GS-7/9 target GS-12, but will be filled at the GS-07/01 ($46,609) or GS-09/01 ($57,015) levels only; salary is non-negotiable. Please apply to each grade for which you wish to be considered. You will only be considered for the grade(s) you select and for which you meet minimum requirements. Incumbent will serve in the Career Development Program for 3 years. If you are approved for promotion to the GS-12 level, this position will be converted to an NH-III under the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo).
This is a three-year, Career Development program for entry-level engineers designed to prepare selectees for full professional performance.
This dynamic three-year formal training program includes rotational assignments which will enable you to work on various aspects of the programs related to the missile defense system; attend classroom and web-based training; participate in formal mentoring; and be a part of cohort experiences with other developmental program participants. There will be annual promotion opportunities based upon meeting time-in-grade requirements, successful performance, successful completion of required training, and supervisory approval. This is your opportunity to begin a successful civilian career with the Missile Defense Agency.
The selectees for these positions may be eligible for advancement without further competition up to the established target grade upon meeting the MDA requirements, such as: developmental benchmarks, performance requirements, etc. that are specifically established for the career program or specifically designed for the incumbent in the Individualized Development Plan (IDP).
These positions are being filled under the Acquisition Expedited Hiring Authority (EHA) using OPM's Direct Hire Authority.
These positions are located in the Missile Defense Agency:
Director for Engineering (DEM) - Redstone Arsenal, AL
Director for Test (DT) - Redstone Arsenal, AL
These position are GS-7/9 target GS-12, but will be filled at the GS-07/01 ($46,609) or GS-09/01 ($57,015) levels only; salary is non-negotiable. Please apply to each grade for which you wish to be considered. You will only be considered for the grade(s) you select and for which you meet minimum requirements. Incumbent will serve in the Career Development Program for 3 years. If you are approved for promotion to the GS-12 level, this position will be converted to an NH-III under the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo).
In this position you will serve with a team of senior and/or lead engineers working on various missile projects throughout the organization.
Performs substantive systems engineering assignments in Ballistic Missile Defense Systems (BMDS) in key specialty areas of systems engineering; radars; missiles; targets; command and control; modeling and simulation, kill vehicles; space vehicles; directed energy; systems architecture or performing work identifying promising technology concepts, phenomena, data and technologies with potential application for BMDS and developing promising approaches or assuring safe operations for all BMDS test, maintenance and operation activities; performs test engineering for the BMDS at the systems, element, and/or military component level with key specialty areas such as Test policy and Programs; Planning and Design; Test Operation and Execution, Test Analysis and Reporting; and or Test Resources.Engineering disciplines include fields such as Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics, Computer, Industrial and Systems, Materials, Chemical and General engineering.
Develops mathematical models and processes, techniques and procedures to create new or substantially improved methods or products.
Analyzes operational/user requirements and performs functional analysis, component/element/system synthesis, and verification, validation and engineering controls.
Participates in special projects or studies where there are no clear organizational responsibility and that cut across organization and functional lines.
Participates in the design modeling and simulation of complex systems.
Advises in matters such as identifying and managing risk. This may include analysis of data using fundamental risk management concepts and ongoing assessment of program/project risk management activities.
Advises on technical, acquisition and operational issues related to technical performance requirements: system engineering, financial management and performance trades among special program elements.
*NOTE: Applicants claiming eligibility under the related curriculum paragraph (4) must provide ONE of the two following documents: (a) Letter signed by the professional engineer who supervised the applicant's training plan. The letter must include the starting date and completion date of applicant's training plan and the courses, experience, and/or education completed during the training agreement; OR (b) Letter signed by a professional engineer who supervised the applicant's professional engineering work experience. The letter must include the name of the Company/Agency, dates of employment, and a description of the professional engineering duties.
*NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position.
The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Management's (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. See: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/ for OPM qualification standards, competencies and specialized experience needed to perform the duties of the position as described in the MAJOR DUTIES and QUALIFICATIONS sections of this announcement by June 30, 2018
Specialized Experience for GS-07:
This position requires 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level OR 1 year of graduate-level education OR superior academic achievement.
Specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 (which may have been gained in the private sector) is assisting others by gathering or organizing data and applying conventional analytical methods and techniques to engineering issues.
Specialized Experience for GS-09:
This position requires 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level OR 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree OR master's OR equivalent graduate degree.
Specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 (which may have been gained in the private sector) is applying engineering methods and theories in support of one of the following: Systems Engineering, Test and Evaluation, or Quality, Safety, and Mission Assurance.
If substituting education for experience at the GS-07 level, you must possess 1 year of graduate-level education OR superior academic achievement. If substituting education for experience at the GS-09 level, you must possess a masters or equivalent degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher graduate education leading to such a degree, OR LL.B. or J.D., if related. If substituting or combining education for experience, transcripts MUST be provided. Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position.
ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated: (1) unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application, or (2) If you are serviced by the office filling this position and your transcripts are on file in your official personnel folder, you are not required to submit. However, it is your responsibility to ensure transcripts are on file.
All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.
This position requires DAWIA Acquisition Workforce Level I certification in Engineering or Test & Evaluation career fields. Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 24 months after entry into this position.
Candidates must meet the suitability standards both prior to and during employment in this position.
All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date ( ) of the announcement.
Employees Serviced by DLA: Civilian Federal employees who receive human resources servicing through the Defense Logistics Agency DO NOT need to submit supporting documentation if applying through merit promotion. Your record in Electronic Official Personnel Folder (eOPF) will be used to verify your eligibility. It is your responsibility to ensure the required documents are in your eOPF for verification purposes. If your documents are not in eOPF, you must submit them to the announcement you are applying for at time of application. Failure to submit all of the documents on time will result in automatic disqualification.
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All current and former Federal employees must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 showing your tenure, grade and step, and type of position occupied (i.e., Excepted or Competitive).
ACQUISITION POSITION: This is a developmental Acquisition position coded Level I in SPRDE career field. Selectee must complete 80 continuous learning points every two years.
Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.
This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be evaluated.
To be considered highly qualified, candidates must possess the following experience and competencies:
Knowledge of systems and test engineering discipline to enable you to research and evaluate conventional assignments, prepare plans and specifications, perform and interpret calculations in matters of factual nature or involving well understood mechanisms, and communicate findings in reports, discussions, briefings and presentations.
Knowledge of system and test engineering principles, practices, and methods in order to provide support to design reviews.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for the qualifications and referred for selection consideration if eligible
Other supporting documents
Cover Letter, (optional)
College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education. We accept unofficial transcripts, as long as they contain the applicant's name, the name of the school, the date and degree that was awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned. Transcripts must be received in this office by 11:59PM EST on in order to be considered
Most recent SF-50 or Notification of Personnel Action showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held (if applicable)
Most recent Performance Appraisal, (if applicable)
DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program Documentation, if applicable (e.g. Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.)
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login , select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Missile Defense Agency
Bldg 5222 Martin Rd
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application.
A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter.
The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for the qualifications and referred for selection consideration if eligible
Other supporting documents
Cover Letter, (optional)
College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education. We accept unofficial transcripts, as long as they contain the applicant's name, the name of the school, the date and degree that was awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned. Transcripts must be received in this office by 11:59PM EST on in order to be considered
Most recent SF-50 or Notification of Personnel Action showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held (if applicable)
Most recent Performance Appraisal, (if applicable)
DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program Documentation, if applicable (e.g. Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.)
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login , select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Missile Defense Agency
Bldg 5222 Martin Rd
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application.
A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter.
The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
