Supervisory Electronics Engineer (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

Created at: July 24, 2025 00:18

Company: Office of the Secretary of Transportation

Location: Washington, DC, 20001

Job Description:

This position serves as a supervisor. The Director is responsible for overseeing the DOT Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) and Spectrum Management staff, as well as being responsible for development of Departmental policy positions on PNT and radiofrequency spectrum in coordination with the Operating Administrations and DOT leadership.
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must (1) meet the Education Requirement for the series, (2) provide a copy of transcripts for verification, AND (3) meet either the education or experience qualifications. To qualify for the GS-15, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-14, it must include: Experience overseeing research and analysis in support of development of a national Positioning, Navigation, and Timing ( PNT) architecture to identify, implement, and facilitate adoption of Complementary PNT technologies for increased PNT resiliency Experience performing radio frequency spectrum management and analysis functions in transportation related fields. 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: Electronics Engineering - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods related to the design, analysis, test, fabrication, or verification of analog or digital electronic systems. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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 receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4 All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
The Supervisory Electronics Engineer: Incumbent coordinates the development of Departmental positions on PNT and spectrum policy, and is responsible for the protection of PNT systems and DOT spectrum allocations from harmful radiofrequency interference and operational degradation, in conjunction with the DOT Operating Administrations, the Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy and the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology. Represents the civil Departments and Agencies in the development, acquisition, management, and operations of the Global Positioning System (GPS) per Space Policy Directive-7, and represents DOT in Federal radionavigation planning and requirements development Chairs the DOT PNT Working Group and DOT Extended PNT Working Group with other civil departments and agen Chairs the Civil Global Positioning System Service Interface Committee. Supports the Under Secretary and Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology on PNT and spectrum issues in meetings of the National Space-Based PNT Executive Committee and its subordinate subcommittees and working groups. Supports the Secretary of Transportation in analysis of Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (CUAS) mitigation actions for potential impacts on the transportation sector and on Civil GPS applications. Supports the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology on spectrum issues affecting DOT in meetings of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Policy and Plans Steering Group (PPSG), and similar fora. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work; Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees; Evaluates work performance of subordinates; Gives advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on both work a n d administrative matters; Interviews candidates for positions in the unit; recommends appointment, promotion, or reassignment to such positions; Hears and resolves complaints from employees, referring group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher level supervisor or manager; Effects minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands, recommending other action in more serious cases; Identifies developmental and training needs of employees, providing or arranging for needed development a n d training; Finds ways to improve production or increase the quality of the work directed; a n d develops performance standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience applying the concepts, principles and practices of electronics engineering which includes radiofrequency spectrum requirements, technologies (including PNT systems) and management. The desired candidate will have experience in program and project management. The candidate must possess experience as a technical leader, demonstrating the ability to supervise, lead and motivate team members inside and outside the immediate organization in executing technical projects, while maintaining technical insight.


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