COMPUTER ENGINEER

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, Professional and Scientific Positions, Computer Engineering Series 0854 BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: GS-800 individual occupational requirements for Professional Engineering Positions. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes professional knowledge of, and skill in applying, advanced theories, concepts, and principles practiced in the science of computer engineering, including knowledge of computer hardware, computer software, information system integration, and worldwide internet networking protocols; Expert knowledge in conducting authoritative engineering design, evaluation, and assessment of IT computer, communications, and information systems and products planned for Air Force enterprise network; Knowledge in analyzing requirements for communications and information systems, computer and network products, and software applications supporting Air Force systems and infrastructure programs; Expert knowledge of design and ability to employ complex and highly representative laboratory test configurations to evaluate performance and technical characteristics of systems, products proposed for integration into operational Air Force systems and networks; Knowledge in identifying, implementation, integration, information assurance, and sustainment issues, and performance of technical analysis to satisfy operational requirements and system performance; Knowledge to evaluate new and emerging computer system hardware, software, and networking technology for compliance with Air Force policies, standards and technical architectures; Knowledge to serve as subject matter expert on computer hardware and software certification requirements, providing authoritative advise on topics such as vulnerability remediation, networking protocols, AF computer security procedures, and software configuration management standards. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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. Comprehensive knowledge of the fundamentals, principles, and methodologies of professional computer engineering gained through formal education and experience. Technical knowledge of computer engineering, systems hardware design and software applications. Knowledge of satellite communications and airborne network systems programs, architectures, facilities, hardware and software. 2. Knowledge of communications and information systems operations, design, configuration, facilities, practices and methodology found both in government and industry. 3. Knowledge of the acquisition process and sustainment issues, standard Air Force communications and information infrastructure systems and programs, DoD and Air Force architecture, DoD and Air Force airborne networks programs, information assurance requirements and network operations. 4. Skill and ability to configure, test, and troubleshoot computers, computer operating systems, computer applications, and communications and networking protocols and equipment. 5. Knowledge of and ability to develop computer engineering documentation products, plans, policy, expert guidance and procedural documents, and technical reports. 6. Skill and ability to speak and write effectively, to lead and participate in project teams and working groups, and to discuss highly complex and abstract concepts with Senior Executive Staff, key government officials, industry officials, and other military and civilian personnel. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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