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 professional engineer performing missile systems safety planning in support of agency weapons Development, Testing, and Evaluation (DT&E) ) in the areas of hazard classification, insensitive munitions, and explosives qualification. Responsibilities Provide subject matter expertise to developers of new or modified energetic materials regarding the requirements for Hazard Classification and qualification of explosive materials for military use. Develop and issue instructions/procedures establishing weapons and explosives safety requirements that may provide the basis for official policy and impact a wide range of explosives activities across the agency. Coordinate with DAF weapon program offices for the development of Insensitive Munition (IM) test plans and assist in the conduct of the testing itself. As the subject-matter expert for Hazard Classification and qualification of non-nuclear explosives for military use, represent the local organization at executive-level meetings within the government, with higher headquarters, and with contractor/industry representatives. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional Engineering Positions located here, BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: A. Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must:(1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. OR B. Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following: (Click here for detailed explanation of each of these items) 1. Professional registration or licensure 2. Written Test 3. Specified academic courses 4. Related curriculum Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience as a Hazard Classifier (of ammunition and explosives per applicable regulations and instructions) or experience with Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) 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: Knowledge of hazard classification regulations and instructions for the purpose of granting Interim Hazard Classification of ammunition and explosives by signature (49 CFR Parts 100-185, DoD Directive 6055.9E, DoDM 60955.09M, and TB 700-2) and qualifying energetic materials for military use (MIL-STD-2105, AOP-7). Knowledge of weapons and explosives safety requirements outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and technical orders affecting weapons and explosives transportation, storage, handling, sustainment, processing, interactions, and environmental conditions. Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation, of the Department of Defense, Air Force, and other entities that govern, interface with, and influence the systems acquisition process and integrated life cycle management. Skill to research, learn, analyze, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures to a variety of situations, and to recommend timely and economical solutions. Plan and organize work, and coordinate with other engineering disciplines and architects to maintain good working relations. Ability to plan, organize, and direct projects as a team lead and to mentor, motivate, and train team members. Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work assignments for multiple projects to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources. Ideal Candidate Statement: The ideal candidate has experience as a hazard classifier of ammunition and explosives and experience in the application and testing of insensitive munitions requirements 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. Additional Information AcqDemo Expanded Probationary Period for Supervisors and Managers: An additional supervisory probationary period of one year may be required when an employee is officially assigned to a different supervisory position. This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.