Job Overview

Do you want to make a difference in national security while working on the latest cutting-edge technology? At the Munitions Directorate, we are shaping the future of defense! Join our team where you’ll have endless opportunities to innovate, design, and deliver next-generation munitions systems that protect and empower our warfighters! The Munitions Directorate seeks to hire a Senior Supervisory Engineer/Scientist (DR-0801/1301-03) in the Science & Technology Division, Energetic Materials Branch, Energetic Material & Initiation Section at Eglin AFB, Florida. Candidates can submit resumes and required documents to this announcement until 19 Nov 2024. This announcement is open to target U.S. Citizens or current government employees. The ideal candidate will have experience l eading collaborative teams, working independently and with cross-functional organizations, and using these approaches to find and solve complex technical problems. Experience includes leading and conducting research in the initiation, performance and dynamic properties of energetic materials.

• Directs, coordinates and oversees work through subordinate employees.
• Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of senior management.
• Leads expert level multidisciplinary professional engineering/scientific work involving the application of electronics, mechanical, systems, aerospace, and/or other engineering disciplines to plan, organize, direct and coordinate significant and complex research projects and/or processes.
• Applies expert knowledge and advanced engineering theories, principles, concepts, standards, and methods to ensure assigned projects/processes remain consistent with program objectives, costs, schedules, performance criteria, and existing policies.
• Applies a number of diverse engineering/scientific practices, techniques, and processes to identify and resolve difficult issues, as well as ensure resolutions are consistent with program objectives, existing policies, and procedures.
• Independently defines research objectives and determines how they may be best accomplished, develops and evaluates alternatives, defines the approach, conducts the analyses, and documents findings and products.
• Demonstrates a mastery of, and skill in applying, innovative multi-disciplinary practices, techniques, and methodology to identify, analyze, and resolve issues; ensures resolutions are consistent with program objectives.
• Demonstrates creativity and foresight by identifying, preparing, and presenting detailed technical reports and briefings on new concepts and technical directions impacting programs/projects, and defining future technology requirements.
• Collaborates, interacts, coordinates, and/or directly consults with AF, other governments, DoD, academic, and industry partners.

Include all APDP Acquisition Certification(s) in the resume. Provide transcripts with submission. If transcripts are not included, a candidate will not be referred. If you are a current government employee, include the most recent SF 50.

This announcement may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Meeting the required qualifications is essential, and we value diverse backgrounds and experiences. Don’t think you meet every requirement for this position? Studies have shown that many talented candidates don't apply because they assume that they are not qualified and do not feel like they meet every single requirement. At AFRL, we are dedicated to building a workplace with diverse experiences, perspectives and talent that enables us to effectively accomplish and accelerate our mission. So, if you’re excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly to the duties, we strongly encourage you to apply! You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.

Requisition Number #43941

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

• All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
• US Citizenship.
• All Transcripts.
• Be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, this position is subject to being upgraded to TS or TS/SCI to meet mission needs.
• This has been designated as an acquisition coded position, Tier 2 - Practitioner, Non-Critical in Engineering & Technology Management
• BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: You must meet the following qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement and provide documentation to support your qualifications.

To view qualifying educational requirements and specialized experience click on the following link:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF

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Click on the following links to view the educational/occupational requirements for this position:

Engineering : https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pd

Physical Science : https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/general-physical-science-series-1301/

To qualify at the DR-3 GS-14 grade level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level, which must include the following experience: leading collaborative teams, working independently and with cross-functional organizations, and using these approaches to find and solve complex technical problems. Experience includes leading and conducting research in the initiation, performance and dynamic properties of energetic materials.

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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Desired Qualifications

Specilaized Experience:

Experience with the technical areas below:

• Experience related to or supporting energetic materials mission area concept development, science and technology, research and development, test and evaluation, program management, employment, and/or sustainment.
• Leading and conducting research in the initiation, performance and dynamic properties of energetic materials.
• Experience in the supervision of engineers or scientists in a laboratory environment.
• At least one year of experience with primary duties in weapons/munitions science and technology, research and development, test and evaluation, program management, and/or employment, sustainment.
• Demonstrated ability leading or guiding cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams to resolve technical or warfighter challenges.
• Experience distilling strategic and/or leadership guidance into actionable plans or courses of action.
• Diversity of experience including successfully completed assignments in multiple organizations across at least two geographic locations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead people, build consensus, and identify and resolve conflicts/problems with the workforce.
• Ability to motivate, develop, and grow technical teams.
• Passion for developing innovative approaches and solutions.
• Cultivates and sustains a professional environment of cooperation, cohesion, and teamwork.
• Ability to work and lead others in complex, non-standard, and fast-paced environments.
• Ability to support and enable organization program, mission, vision, values, and promote a culture of innovation.
• Experience with facilitating and enabling internal/external collaboration and partnerships.
• Master's or Doctoral Degree is desired in appropriate career field.
• Completion of Intermediate Developmental Education and/or Senior Developmental Education.
• Requisition Number 43941

Additional Information

Your application MAY NOT be considered if all required documents are not submitted.

Current government employees must submit the most current SF 50. When uploading documents, please utilize the naming convention listed below. The Requisition Number for this announcement is 24613 :

Resume: Req No 43941_Last Name_First Name_Resume

Transcripts: Req No 43941_Last Name_First Name_Transcripts

Other Documents: Req No 43941_Last Name_First Name_Type of Document

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(Requisition # 43941)

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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.