Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Responsibilities You will serve as a PRECISION STRIKE MISSION PLANNING ANALYST in the CRUISE MISSLE SUPPORT ACTIVITY PACIFIC (CMSA-PAC) COMMAND of the COMMAND GROUP PACIFIC (PAC) located in HONOLULU, HI. You will serve as a TLAM Mission Planner and expert in all aspects of policies, procedures, tactics, and tools utilized in the production, distribution and maintenance of operational strategic, operational tactical, and flight test missions. You will work directly with weapon system program office engineers, software developers and site contractors continuously to evaluate planning tools and embedded complex models for discrepancies or areas of enhanced research and information. You will serve as a Navy Certified TLAM Navigation Product Analyst and expert in all policies, procedures, missile guidance systems, theory, probabilities, analytical techniques and maintenance tools required. You will serve as an expert in weapon systems air space management products. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications GS-13: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience utilizing wide range of terminologies, methodologies, as well as quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques related to target analysis, weaponeering, target materials, force application, execution planning, damage assessment, measurement of program effectiveness, and target database management functions contained in the targeting cycle and as they relate to Tomahawk Land Attack Cruise Missiles (TLAMs) and Long Range Hypersonic Weapons (LRHW) & Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) Hypersonic missiles. Experience analyzing photogrammetric theory, photogrammetric measurement techniques, and national/tactical imagery evaluation methods to oversee the preparation and production of geopositioning products for route development and to measure and locate the positioning of imaged objects. Experience applying functions, processes, and principles of cruise missile mission planning and mission distribution systems to provide leadership, expert advice and consultation services regarding the interpretation and application of programs planned for future improvements and proposed enhancements to mission planning. GS-12: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience applying target database management functions contained in the targeting cycle and an understanding of the principles of analytical and statistical properties of computer database management. Experience applying physical characteristics, capabilities, and limitations of friendly weapon systems and munitions and ability to research such data. GS-11: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-9 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience applying physical characteristics, capabilities, limitations, functional interrelationships, and doctrine for employment of potential adversary powers' weapon systems, command control networks, military units, logistics support networks, and industrial/economic base. Experience applying the Laws of Armed Conflict and assigning of no strike areas and discerning geo-political and economic influences on actions of target destruction within targeted nation. GS-9: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-7 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience researching, analyzing, interpreting, evaluating, and integrating complex data and interrelated information and identifying shortfalls and areas needing improvement to senior personnel. Experience translating requests for information into reports, studies, and detailed analyses regarding suitability for use in mission planning. GS-7: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-5 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience understanding route planning strategy and techniques used in the tactical low-level fight environment. Experience understanding Joint Targeting processes, requirements, and the relevant DoD, NAVY and USINDOPACOM Joint targeting and strike operations, and understanding TLAM and CPS/LRHW operational planning and execution communities. Experience planning, organizing, and directing the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: General Schedule Qualification Standards Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Education SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Applicants may substitute the following education for the required experience, provided it demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to do the work of the position: GS-13: NOT APPLICABLE GS-12: NOT APPLICABLE GS-11: Successful completion of Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR Successful completion of 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR Possession of an LL.M., if related to this position being filled. https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/ OR A combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience GS:9: Successful completion of a master's or equivalent graduate degree OR Successful completion of two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree OR Possession of an LL.B. or J.D. that is related to this position being filled. https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/ OR A combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience GS-7: Successful completion of 1 full year of graduate level education OR Superior academic achievements OR A combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for all grade levels for which both education and experience are acceptable. If you are using education to meet all or part of the qualification requirements, you must submit a copy of your transcripts or an itemized list of college courses which includes equivalent information from the transcript (course title, semester/quarter hours, and grade/degree earned) in your resume. IF CLAIMING EDUCATION, FAILURE TO SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS/ITEMIZED LIST WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING. See OPM's General Policies for information on crediting education. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the qualification requirements if the applicant can provide documentation indicating that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide such evidence when applying for further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html Additional Information GS-13: $110,020 - $143,027 GS-12: $92,520 -$120-282 GS-11: $77,192 - $100,344 GS-9: $63,800 - $82,938 GS-7: $52,158 - $67,809 This announcement uses the Certain Personnel of the DoD direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. Incumbent must be able to pass a normal adult stereo-acuity test (Stereoscopic Vision), necessary to view and exploit stereo imagery for targeting and navigational products. Strike planning activities are accomplished through one of many computer systems, across multiple network security domains, involving long periods of time interacting with multiple monitors, keyboards and pointing devices, and voice communications systems. Stereoscopic vision and the ability to work day, swing and night shift schedule are required. Periodic and occasionally short notice, commercial or military air travel may be required to support technical meetings, operational evaluations and conferences. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. CMSA PAC SCIF operational hours are normally Monday through Friday, with Day Shift from 0500-1430 and evening shift from 1400-0030, however operations may be extended to 24 hours per day 7 days per week schedule with minimal notice as driven by mission requirements. Incumbent normally works 40 hours per week, 8-10 hours per day, but may be extended to 12 hours days 7 days per week for mission requirements with minimal notice, for a limited duration. This is a "KEY" position. Incumbents must be removed from their active military recall status as the alternatives for filling the position during a national emergency are not readily available, due to the time, training, certification and proficiency requirements necessary for the position. Vacancies filled from this announcement may be filled at any grade level listed. If selected below the full performance level, you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.