Job Overview

This job announcement will be accepting candidate applications until 5 March 25. This announcement is open to U.S. Citizens.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience overseeing, leading, and integrating classified aerial delivered weapon systems and subsystems research, development, demonstration, acquisition, and/or test and evaluation. The ideal candidate will have technical knowledge related to the various weapon subsystems, system engineering as related to system & platform integration, and operational context related to employment and military utility. The ideal candidate will also have experience with Digital Material Management and Operations Analysis as it relates to weapon Science and Technology (S&T). Finally, the ideal candidate will also have prior experience vectoring and leading cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams.

Position duties include but are not limited to:

• Serves as Systems Engineer in the Advanced Concepts Division.
• Manages, with guidance from the portfolio manager and supervisor, the research, development, and demonstration of advanced technologies for air-delivered weapon systems and subsystems.
• Plans and executes science and technology projects to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives within prescribed fiscal and time constraints.
• Independently applies science and engineering principles to day-to-day activities and provides informed recommendations for major decisions.
• Proactively engages with government stakeholders and industry partners as necessary to guide a technology focus area and project-specific objectives.
• Identifies test requirements, develops test plans, coordinates test organizations/resources/ranges, oversees testing, and analyzes results.
• Ensures project financial management, contracting, security, and information assurance requirements are met.
• Advises and recommends technical solutions and provides technical expertise to portfolio managers, branch, and division leadership.
• Performs duties in a responsive, professional manner consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Keeps management informed on project status.
• Trains/mentors junior researchers on processes, procedures, practices, and specific tasks and job techniques.
• Reports and documents project results through written reports, oral presentations, and appropriate interchange forums.

Telework

No, this position is not eligible for telework opportunities

Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

No

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise; employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent will be subject to random testing.
• This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The successful candidate must have the ability to attain the level of Practitioner in APDP Engineering and Technical Management (N). Applicants for this position must list any acquisition certifications in resume.
• Employee may be required to work overtime.
• PCS expenses if authorized, will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations, more information on PCS benefits/requirements may be found at the following link: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory
• Must possess a professional science or engineering (S&E) degree from an accredited academic institution
• Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.
• Education must also be commensurate with OPM guidelines for the job series 0801. Please see link for education requirements for 0801 series: General Schedule Qualification Standards
• Must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience at the DR-02/GS-13 or equivalent grade level in other pay systems. Specialized experience is knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of engineering and their practical applications.
• Must file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.

Desired Qualifications

• At least 6 years of experience with primary duties in aerial delivered weapon systems and subsystems research, development, demonstration, acquisition, and/or test and evaluation.
• At least 4 years of technical experience in related weapon systems/sub-systems technical areas, and a firm understanding of system engineering principles.
• Experience with budgeting, planning, milestone identification, milestone tracking, risk management, budget execution, reporting, and contractor interactions.
• Familiarity with Digital Material Modeling and its application to weapons development and collaborative environments.
• Understanding of Ops Analysis and modeling, simulation and analysis (MS&A) related to weapon S&T, at the engineering, system, and/or mission level.
• Experience working highly classified research and development and/or acquisition programs.
• Experience interfacing and collaborating across the Department of Defense and Industry research, acquisition, operational communities.
• Experience cultivating a professional, respectful environment of cooperation, cohesion, and teamwork.
• Experience leading cross-functional/multi-disciplinary teams to achieve significant milestones, execute test activities, and/or collaborate with transition partners.
• Experience addressing complex technical/programmatic challenges with creativity and a sense of urgency.
• Experience preparing and briefing complex technical concepts to senior leadership and peers, in dynamic forums, to support major project decisions.

Additional Information

• Label application documents in the following format: Req No_69909_Last Name_First Name_Type of Document (Resume, Transcripts, SF 50).
• Include transcripts with submission. If the candidate is a current government employee, you must submit your most recent SF 50 and SF 50 showing date of last promotion.
• Include Acquisition Professional Development Program certifications in resume.
• If required documents are not submitted, your resume may not be considered.
• 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.

(Req No. 69909)

Series

0801

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.