You will serve as an ENGINEER in the VLS TEST EQUIPMENT; SENSORS WEAPONS & LAUNCHERS DEPT of NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER, PORT HUENEME DIVISION. This is a RE-ADVERTISEMENT of Announcement Number: ST-12750429-25-JAS. Applicants that have previously applied NEED to re-apply to this announcement.
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower pay band ND-03 (GS-09-11 equivalent) in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as a professional engineer applying advanced theories, concepts, or principles to identify and resolve problems in the test and evaluation of missile systems for compliance with technical standards. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF AND https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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 serve as the technical leadership and project management for the design, development, and deployment of advanced test equipment for the MK 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS).
You will develop comprehensive technical documentation packages, including design specifications, testing procedures, and maintenance manuals.
You will provide expertise in research or development of new or improved systems or equipment, advancement of technology, or resolution of controversial or novel problems.
You will manage a team of engineers, ensure efficient tasking, mentor, and support while you deliver high-quality solutions in support of multiple Navy programs.
You will provide day-to-day management of engineering personnel within the Automated Test Equipment Branch.
You will evaluate team performance while providing coaching to achieve optimal results.
You will provide technical leadership to a group of engineers, scientists and technical support staff.
You will provide expert guidance in system design, integration, and test validation, oversee project execution to ensure compliance with technical standards and Navy program requirements.
You will facilitate communication between engineering teams, logistics teams, and external contractors to ensure seamless integration of test equipment and lead test equipment requirements and design reviews.
You will oversee the development and sustainment of test equipment, including prototype testing, troubleshooting, and lifecycle upgrades.
You will develop or test new equipment/materials/concepts that significantly add to the operability and usefulness of what exists or develops new equipment/systems having new features.
You will mentor engineers to promote professional development and technical expertise.
You will possess the ability to motivate, train, and work effectively with team members possessing a variety of backgrounds and training.
You will serve as the subject matter expert for troubleshooting complex test equipment issues.
You will Identify and implement process improvements to enhance engineering productivity and quality, as well as leading initiatives to standardize development and testing practices across the branch.
You will design new work processes and procedures to improve productivity and value added from fleet products.
You will coordinate and iterate work activities of several organizational problems and develop timely and economical solutions.
You will develop and oversee project schedules to meet critical milestones and delivery timelines, coordinate resource allocation across multiple concurrent projects, and monitor project budgets to ensure cost-effective execution.
You will participate in Integrated Product Support (IPS) planning and ensure adherence to Navy lifecycle management policies.