USAJOBS · 15 hours ago
ENGINEER/SCIENTIST (Lead Test and Evaluation Engineer)
Dahlgren, Virginia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$144K/yr - $144K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Lead Test and Evaluation Engineer to serve in the Weapon Control Test & Evaluation Branch of NAVSURFWARCENDLD. The role involves leading test and evaluation efforts across the Battle Management System (BMS) portfolio and mentoring a team of engineers and scientists to ensure high technical expertise and rigor in testing and evaluation processes.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
You will lead test and evaluation across the Battle Management System (BMS) portfolio in the development of weapon control systems and other technologies to meet emerging warfighter needs
You will lead and mentor the BMS Test Team, comprised of engineers, scientists, and technicians that plan, execute, and report the results of test and evaluation, ensuring high technical expertise and rigor
You will represent test and evaluation on the BMS leadership team and provide oversight of test and evaluation matters on technical and programmatic reviews and boards
You will collaborate with project and technical leadership to ensure requirements are testable and system designs and architectures support automated testing
You will communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and interface professionally with other government agencies, contractors, and military personnel
You will plan test programs that balance budget, schedule, and staffing with technical risk in negotiation with project leadership and technical authorities
You will lead the development of test automation, test modernization, and process improvement efforts to increase the efficiency and quality of test and evaluation
Qualification
Required
Must be a US Citizen
Must be determined suitable for federal employment
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program
New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check
Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level
Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty
This position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA). Certification in the Acquisition Functional Area and category assigned to the position is required within established category timeframes
This is a Cyberspace Workforce position, work role code 671, proficiency level Intermediate. The incumbent is required to obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies
This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites
This position is a designated Critical Acquisition Position (CAP). You must sign a three-year tenure agreement prior to assuming the position unless a tenure waiver is approved
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the ND-04 (GS-12/13 equivalent) pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as a professional engineer or scientist coordinating or conducting test & evaluation efforts for the Battle Management System (BMS) or other warfare software and hardware systems
Applicants must meet the following basic education requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Company
USAJOBS
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