GENERAL ENGINEER

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a senior analyst performing project management, execution, and operational responsibility in assigned area(s).

Duties

• Performs operational analyses and/or engineering activities to determine the technical needs of customers in the assessment, development, or sustainment of infrastructure, weapon systems, or support systems. Conducting extensive research for the development of in-depth survivability and endurability assessments of all critical elements of Joint Staff designated missions against the effects from nuclear weapons detonations, advanced technology weapons, and other electronic and radiological threats worldwide. Performs complex and comprehensive analyses and uses systematic, disciplined, and quantifiable approaches to implement, develop, and document assessments and to ascertain needed changes or modifications to tactics, techniques, and procedures. Plans, researches, conducts studies, develops, and documents operational requirements for ICSECAP collection and analysis. Plans, analyzes, coordinates and executes command mission requirements, changes, technology, and resource allocation.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the basic requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: GS-0801/0810/0830/0855: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf GS-1515: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/operations-research-series-1515/ 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 broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-12 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include conducting evaluations, tests, and studies. Provides engineering, operational, and scientific technical advice on nuclear effects vulnerabilities, their mitigation, and protection techniques. Conducts fact finding, operations analyses, and/or engineering analysis and timely assessments of nuclear weapons detonations, advanced technology weapons and electromagnetic pulse (EMP) threats. Performs analysis of infrastructure and individual assets to determine their vulnerability to mechanical and electromagnetic threats from nuclear weapons, as well as other man-made and natural disasters. Prepares and delivers oral presentations such as briefings, training sessions, consultations, and strategy sessions to staff members. Reviews resource allocations for improvements to survivability branch and the mission execution. 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. Professional knowledge of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and nuclear fundamentals, to include Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP). 2. Professional knowledge of survivability and endurability design standards, methods, practices, and techniques applicable to foreign and domestic systems. 3. Knowledge of Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications infrastructure, systems, and processes and familiar with satellites, launch vehicles, and satellite system vulnerabilities and threats. 4. Knowledge of advanced analytical techniques such as mathematical modeling, systems and statistical analysis to analyze and evaluate technical solutions and technologies. 5. Knowledge of concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, and techniques to effectively apply advanced theories, principles and concepts to project development, execution, and advisory services. 6. Knowledge of development testing and evaluation sufficient to apply experimental theories and new applications to issues and provide technical advice and direction in support of systems, subsystems, and/or support equipment. 7. Knowledge of systems engineering practices and procedures as they pertain to sustainment, modification, logistics, and production management principles, concepts, policies, and systems; and of other engineering disciplines. 8. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex and/or sensitive issues; and maintain good working relations. 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.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

How to apply

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/10/2026 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13053903 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp. Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here. For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.