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Fort Belvoir, VA
Top Secret/SCI Polygraph Unspecified
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Job Description
Duties
Manages technical development, engineering, experimentation of leading-edge technologies and the transformation of technology into a capability to meet end users' Personnel Recovery (PR) mission requirements. Serves as an agency liaison to USSOCOM, multiple DoD entities, Intelligence Community (IC) and industry partners regarding research and development of leading-edge technologies that could support Personnel Recovery mission area. Provides Systems Engineer (SE) discipline to 4-6 Technology Assessments (annually). Responsible for and actively manages the process that will successfully translate operational requirements into an integrated systems design solution.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GG-13 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: an understanding of Personnel Recovery (PR) mission area and the operational aspects of Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape (SERE) tactics techniques, and procedures (TTPs). Knowledge of the DoD worldwide intelligence mission and operational posture and knowledge of the broad range of national intelligence operational capabilities, and the research and development components of the intelligence Community (IC). Knowledge of new collection systems and requirements, processing techniques, reporting formats and contents. Technical approaches to leading edge technologies to transform technology to an operational PR capability. Knowledge of acquisition program management functions and Contract Officer Representative (COR) roles and responsibilities. Knowledge of analytical techniques and methods to gather and assemble critical program information. General knowledge of budgetary practices, procedures, regulations, and guidelines. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.
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 project management, requirements management, contract management, communication management, stakeholder management, risk management, and quality assurance management.
2. Knowledge of Defense Acquisition System (DAS) program management functions, systems engineering principals, and ability to lead personnel contract support efforts in the execution of efforts and tasks for the technology assessments.
3. Ability to analyze, interpret, and express complex concepts and leading-edge technical data in order to ensure the acquisition approaches are meeting operational Personnel Recovery mission requirements. Requires technical acumen and keen understanding of the operational environment.
4. Knowledge of broad range of national intelligence operational capabilities and the research and development components of the Intelligence Community (IC).
5. Ability to lead, organize, and direct a highly educated, technical savvy support staff.
6. Skill with analyzing conflicting information from multiple resources and ability to determine and apply proper methodologies to problem resolution in order to evaluate and negotiate critical technological trade-offs to meet Key Performance Parameters (KPPS) in concert with schedule / budget constraints. Skill with communicating information and concepts, to include technical information, clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONT.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click .
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click .
Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval)
Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.
Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 for additional information.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays
- Shift work and emergency overtime may be required.
- Employee must maintain current certifications.
- Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
- Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume.
- Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position.
- Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position.
- Leave accrual may be authorized for this position.
- Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-Year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
- Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
- The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
- The employee will need to obtain and sustain an industry recognized Project Management certification; PMI/PMP no longer than 24 months after assignment.
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
- The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Special Sensitive Security Clearance with access to sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). A Non-Disclosure agreement must be signed.
- If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
- This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GG-13 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: an understanding of Personnel Recovery (PR) mission area and the operational aspects of Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape (SERE) tactics techniques, and procedures (TTPs). Knowledge of the DoD worldwide intelligence mission and operational posture and knowledge of the broad range of national intelligence operational capabilities, and the research and development components of the intelligence Community (IC). Knowledge of new collection systems and requirements, processing techniques, reporting formats and contents. Technical approaches to leading edge technologies to transform technology to an operational PR capability. Knowledge of acquisition program management functions and Contract Officer Representative (COR) roles and responsibilities. Knowledge of analytical techniques and methods to gather and assemble critical program information. General knowledge of budgetary practices, procedures, regulations, and guidelines. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.
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 project management, requirements management, contract management, communication management, stakeholder management, risk management, and quality assurance management.
2. Knowledge of Defense Acquisition System (DAS) program management functions, systems engineering principals, and ability to lead personnel contract support efforts in the execution of efforts and tasks for the technology assessments.
3. Ability to analyze, interpret, and express complex concepts and leading-edge technical data in order to ensure the acquisition approaches are meeting operational Personnel Recovery mission requirements. Requires technical acumen and keen understanding of the operational environment.
4. Knowledge of broad range of national intelligence operational capabilities and the research and development components of the Intelligence Community (IC).
5. Ability to lead, organize, and direct a highly educated, technical savvy support staff.
6. Skill with analyzing conflicting information from multiple resources and ability to determine and apply proper methodologies to problem resolution in order to evaluate and negotiate critical technological trade-offs to meet Key Performance Parameters (KPPS) in concert with schedule / budget constraints. Skill with communicating information and concepts, to include technical information, clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONT.
- Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click .
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click .
Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval)
Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.
Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 for additional information.
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