Summary The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment. To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service's "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here. Responsibilities For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. Candidates should have a strong background in professional engineering principles, working in teams, specifically in test and evaluation methods and techniques, and a desire to make significant contributions to our nation's defense. Experience with Air Force nuclear certified aircraft and weapon systems, or experience with military aircraft systems and conventional weapons integration is desired. Furthermore, the candidate will assess the impact of emerging technology on current systems and processes to formulate recommendations and solutions to keep America's technological dominance over our adversaries. DUTIES: Supports a multidiscipline team in evaluating Air Force aircraft or other weapons delivery platforms for nuclear compatibility certification. Analyzes systems and assesses test results and other evidence for compliance with interface agreements and other standards to make certification recommendations to AFNWC certifying officials. Assess new designs and modifications to Air Force systems from impacts to nuclear compatibility certification. Formulates certification task requirements. Support platform leads to coordinate certification efforts with external agencies including Air Force System Program Offices (SPO), Air Force Major Command offices, and the National Nuclear Surety Administration. Supports planning and conducting Aircraft Monitor and Control (AMAC) testing. Assess evidence and results across multiple engineering disciplines including systems engineering technical reviews, software assessments, simulations, and modeling. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions. Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions: pm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf 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 a wide range of multidisciplinary professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment to effectively apply advanced engineering theories, principles, and concepts to project development, execution, and advisory services. 2. Knowledge of development engineering methodologies sufficient to apply experimental theories and/or new applications to issues and provide technical advice and direction in support of weapon systems, subsystems, and/or support equipment. 3. Knowledge of systems engineering practices and procedures as they pertain to sustainment, modification, logistics, and production management principles, concepts, policies, and systems. 4. Knowledge of the principles of planning and program management; of standard acquisition regulations, practices, and procedures; and of other engineering disciplines used in support of sustainment, modification, and maintenance programs. 5. Ability to devise and evaluate criteria, parameters, characteristics, and interrelationships for design approaches; to assess the impact of new technology on current systems and processes; and to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, form conclusions, and devise and recommend solutions to problems. Education In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions. Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions: pm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf Additional Information Please note: Positions in this field/series may or may not be available, depending on current manning. For the most up-to-date notifications on available positions, we recommend candidates subscribe and complete their profile at (om/subscribe), indicating their position and location preferences. Employees in this organization typically participate in the Civilian Physical Fitness and Wellness Activities Program which, workload permitting, can allow employees to be excused with no charge to leave, up to 3 hours per week for fitness/wellness activities. The AFNWC is committed to promoting the use of telework throughout the Center. This position requires some in-person work but is also compatible with some situational telework. The amount of situational telework is based on mission needs and must be approved in advance by the employee's supervisor.
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