Job Overview

This job announcement will be accepting candidate submissions from 14 Nov-22 Nov 2024. Resumes must be in DD/MM/YYYY format.

The Engine Systems Branch within the AFRL Aerospace Systems Directorate seeks to fill a Computer Engineer position, DR-0854-02, at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio.

Position duties include, but are not limited to:

• Directs the planning, initiating and directing projects to model, demonstrate, and assess advanced turbine engine propulsion concepts to ensure low risk application to future systems.
• Performs professional engineering and scientific work involving the design, construction, and operation of computer infrastructure and networks, including hardware and software and their integration.
• Performs various duties concerned with the application of, or research into, methods and techniques related to computer-based systems/software as applicable to advanced turbine engine systems.
• Conducts systems engineering design, technical, and safety reviews using digital tools for advanced turbine engine propulsion technology.
• Collaborates and conducts work efforts that may span multiple organizations: across branches, across divisions, across directorates, across centers, across MAJCOMS, across DoD, across agencies.
• Promotes a culture where intellectual property (IP) is developed, documented, protected and encouraged. Inherent in the technical publication review process as a thorough screening for potential IP. Scientific/engineering knowledge will be utilized to effectively assist in IP transfer, transition or commercialization.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy

Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.

Required Qualifications

• United States Citizenship
• Bachelors or Master’s degree in engineering
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance
• This position is an Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) position requiring Level II non-critical certification. The selectee will have 24months to meet APDP requirements or a waiver must be obtained.

Desired Qualifications

• Proficient modeler. Experience of using Model-Based Systems Engineering software (Magicdraw, Cameo)
• Independent and proactive. Willingness to tackle issues across a wide spectrum beyond initial tasking.
• Product focused. Self-driving toward overarching strategic goals.
• Superior oral and written communication skills. The ability to be concise or digest complex subjects and convey leadership.
• Strong analytical / problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage/direct complex projects.
• The ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders to solve problems and achieve shared objectives.

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(Req No. 64296).

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Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) employs approximately 11,500 military, civilian and contractor personnel, and manages a $7 billion portfolio of investments. The lab supports external customers and partners with industry while investing in basic research, applied research and advanced technology development. As one integrated lab, AFRL seamlessly supports the Science & Technology needs of two services: the Air Force and the Space Force.