This position may be filled using Direct Hire Authority and is in the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo): Z5CAV/Direct-Hire Authority (Certain DoD Personnel) PL 118-31, Sec 125OB (i)(2), 12/22/2023.This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated August 12,2024.
You may qualify at the GS 12 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service, military or private sector: Leading complex and diverse research, development test, evaluation and assessment nuclear weapon effects efforts under close supervision Researching nuclear weapon effects projects by following strict guidelines Managing acquisition, development, analysis or evaluation of scientific and technical solutions to Nuclear Weapon Effects Domain problems with detailed instructions from supervision Assisting in the formulation and execution of research projects, often performing segments of broader projects under senior guidance. You may qualify at the GS 13 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: B. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service, military or private sector: Operating as a Physical Scientist in the nuclear science field Leading, managing, planning or overseeing complex and diverse research, development test, evaluation and assessment nuclear weapon effects efforts independently Research or managing nuclear weapon effects projects by following guidelines Managing acquisition, development, analysis or evaluation of scientific and technical solutions to Nuclear Weapon Effects Domain problems Managing acquisition, development, analysis or evaluation of scientific and technical solutions to NWE domain problems In addition to specialized experience, this position requires an individual occupational requirement: A. Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. B. Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education 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.
As a Physical Scientist at the GS-1301-12/13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Directs the formulation, development, implementation, and dissemination of a significant component of DTRA's research and development efforts involving Nuclear Weapons Effects (NWE) and to provide technical expertise on these research matters. Technical expert in the integration of DTRA's NWE compendium of knowledge into DoD's nuclear Effects Manual One (EM-1) performing a wide range of functions either individually or through the coordinated efforts of other technical and managerial staff at DTRA, contractor organizations, government laboratories, and universities. Provides expert advice and consultation on all aspects of legacy NWE M&S test data. Work emphasizes NWE M&S tools that are of direct application to enhancing the effectiveness of the warfighter, and that can serve as initial or exploratory work for future direct applications. Develops required programmatic and fiscal documentation to support the planning, programming, and budgeting system. Develops and prepares contract, Military Intergovernmental Purchase Request (MIPR), Interagency Order (IO), or any other packages necessary to implement projects. Executes all functions necessary to bring procurement actions to a successful conclusion. Provides a high degree of management and technical innovation to provide a quality product that meets requirements at the lowest cost. Maintains required liaison with personnel within DTRA, the military services, DoD agencies, Department of Energy (DOE) and any other organizations.