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Engineering Technician

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Communications Electronics Command
Tobyhanna Army Depot

Summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Facilities and the Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position: This position is with the Tobyhanna Army Depot Directorate of Installation Service. This position will be filled at the GS-07, GS-08, or the full performance GS-09 grade level.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
04/17/2026 to 04/21/2026
Salary
$59,465 - $94,563 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 7 - 9
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Tobyhanna, PA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—This position is not eligible for regular and recurring telework. This position is eligible for situational telework only, including emergency and OPM prescribed "unscheduled telework". Situational telework is sometimes also referred to as episodic, intermittent, unscheduled, or ad-hoc telework. Situational telework is approved on a case-by-case basis, where the hours worked were not part of a previously approved, ongoing, and regular telework schedule.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Business travel up to 10%.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
9
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
MCGN-26-12936367-DHA
Control number
865126100

Duties

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  • Coordinate with organizational elements on new construction, alteration, and maintenance projects for various installation facilities.
  • Assist in the preparation of technical and administrative project submittal documentation for higher headquarters in accordance with Army regulations.
  • Develop a wide variety of designs including drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimates within architectural and engineering disciplines.
  • Act as the Contracting Officers Representative for construction and service contracts.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation; T1 - NACI.
  • One year probationary period may be required.
  • Business travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

GS-07 One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Preparing basic drawings and models to meet design intent; 2) Extracting data from a variety of sources; AND 3) Researching solutions to operational problems covered by precedent. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06).

GS-08 One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Preparing preliminary drawings and models to meet design intent, 2) Assisting in the preparation of documentation related to operational plans or designs , and 3) Assisting in quality control inspections of completed projects. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07).

GS-09 One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Preparing complete technical drawings and models to meet the design intent of architectural, civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering disciplines, 2) Making recommendations based on preliminary data interpretation or analysis, 3) Assisting in the negotiation and preparation of construction or service contract provisions, and 4) Applying project management principles to work assignments.This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08).

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a Science, Engineering, and Analysis Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • This position is not eligible for regular and recurring telework. This position is eligible for situational telework only, including emergency and OPM prescribed "unscheduled telework". Situational telework is sometimes also referred to as episodic, intermittent, unscheduled, or ad-hoc telework. Situational telework is approved on a case-by-case basis, where the hours worked were not part of a previously approved, ongoing, and regular telework schedule.
  • The Department of the Army is committed to the highest ethical standards and, as an employee, you will be covered by the criminal conflict of interest statutes and the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

U.S. Army Communications Electronics Command

The Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM) brings together innovative professionals and equips them with the tools and training necessary for success. Whether you are a computer scientist, logistician, or analyst, your role will be essential in supporting and protecting the warfighter.

This position is situated at the Tobyhanna Army Depot, nestled in the scenic Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania. Its proximity to New York City and Philadelphia, the Poconos provide an ideal location for anyone seeking a balanced lifestyle. Families thrive here, enjoying year-round activities that cater to all ages. Explore numerous recreational opportunities in the seven state parks and the expansive Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Join us at Tobyhanna Army Depot and immerse yourself in the natural beauty that this area has to offer!

CECOM is dedicated to sustaining and delivering command, control, communications, computers, cyber, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C5ISR) readiness for America's Soldiers. Whether we are repairing radar and satellite terminals to maintain battlefield awareness, delivering software updates to safeguard tactical radios from virtual threats, or ensuring spare parts are available whenever and wherever needed, CECOM's global team equips and empowers Soldiers in all aspects of C5ISR-every minute of every day.

Join CECOM as an Army Civilian and start making a difference today!

Installation Link: Tobyhanna

CHRA Link: CECOM

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
GN-W0MLAA TOBYHANNA ARMY DEPOT
DO NOT MAIL
Tobyhanna, PA 18466
US

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