General Engineer/Physical Scientist

A qualified candidate’s online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower NNSA pay band level or GS grade level in the Federal Service, i.e., NN-03 or GS-13. Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience in the application of program management principles, practices and techniques associated with the design of new and emerging technology development, production, and lifecyle phases related to Capital Acquisition Managment under DOE O 413.3B or an equivalent program standard. Examples of Qualified Experience: Experience performing/developing: Program/Project Planning and Management of major acquisitions systems, drafting System Engineering Plans (SEP), Interface and requirements management, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Conceptual design for new and emerging technologies, systems engineering, control systems, emerging technology development, production, lifecycle phases, and develops program schedules/resource requirement. Establishes and tracks performance against technical milestones, recommends approval, disapproval, or modifications to project milestones, and assess technology readiness levels of Critical Technology Elements (CTEs). Engineering experience related to design and production to include new equipment/process startup for next generation vehicles and trailers Experience applicable to vehicle manufacturing, communication systems, and operational requirements Experience developing and implementing project execution strategy and planning, managing baseline changes through formal configuration management and change control processes while managing risks and opportunities. Your application and resume should demonstrate that you possess the following competencies. Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather, you must describe in your application how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the KSAs identified below. Cite specific examples of employment or experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position. DO NOT write “see resume” in your application! Contracting/Procurement Financial Management Internal Controls Project Management “Experience” refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Would you like to play a key role in a critical mission? If so, then the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Office of Secure Transportation, Office of Mission Operations (OMO) Office of Technical Resources (OTS), Vehicle Services Branch (VSB) has a great opportunity for a General Engineer/Physical Scientist.