General Engineer

About the role

This position is part of the Department of War (DoW), Missile Defense Agency (MDA).

The incumbent will be responsible for:serving as a mid-level Systems Engineer managing the design,development, integration, and performance requirements for the MDA Space Capabilities (DCS) portfolio;leads the definition of element architectures, kill chains, and system-level risk identification, assessment, andremediation across complex space and ground control systems.

What you will do

• This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Acq Demo Business and Technical Management to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
• As a General Engineer at the NH-0801-3 broadband level, some of your typical work assignments may include: System Engineering & Architecture: Serves as a mid-level Systems Engineer managing the design,development, integration, and performance requirements for the MDA Space Capabilities (DCS) portfolio;leads the definition of element architectures, kill chains, and system-level risk identification, assessment, andremediation across complex space and ground control systems.
• Model-Based Systems Engineering(MBSE): Directs the development and implementation of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)methodologies across all DCS Programs and Projects, establishing a standardized engineering framework tosupport Discriminating Space Sensor, Space-Based Interceptor, and Event-Based Sensor initiatives.
• Technical Governance & Lifecycle Reviews: Provides critical engineering oversight during high-stakesspace system milestones, actively guiding programs through Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), CriticalDesign Reviews (CDR), Flight Readiness Reviews (FRR), on-orbit anomaly resolutions, and regularSystems Engineering Review boards.
• Test Integration & Data Analytics: Leads System Integration and Test(SIT) operations for space/ground communications, spacecraft, and launch planning; contributes directly tothe MDA Integrated Master Test Plan (IMTP) and drives element-level test data analysis to facilitate data-driven decision-making and Real-World Event analytics.
• Stakeholder Collaboration & Partnerships:Facilitates critical battle rhythm events, Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), and Working Groups;coordinates seamlessly with key industry and inter-agency partners, including Space Dynamics Laboratory,Aerospace Corporation, MIT-Lincoln Labs, MITRE, AFRL, SNL, and USAFA to ensure cohesive systemsolutions.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

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How you will be evaluated

We will review your resume and supporting documents, to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified below, required for this position.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy.

Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements. Veterans Preference: If you are entitled to veterans preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume.

Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For information on entitlement see *** . Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp): To receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the " Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp)" eligibility.

If you are claiming Military Spouse eligibility and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager. Information and required documentation for claiming Military Spouse eligibility may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below.

Appointment of Department of Defense Spouses (NonComp Civ Sp): Are you the spouse of a current Department of Defense, Department of State, or intelligence community employee who is being transferred in the interest of the Government from one official station within the Department to another within the Department for permanent duty?

Supporting Documentation: You are required to submit proof of marriage AND permanent change of station (PCS) orders: spouse's PCS orders (showing you as a dependent) and/or copy of marriage certificate.

If you are a current or previous Federal employee, please include your most recent SF-50.

Documents you must provide

• The documents you are required to submit vary based on the authority you are using to apply (i.e., applying as a veteran, applying as a current permanent Federal employee, applying as a reinstatement, etc.).
• Your complete application includes your COMPLETE resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply.
• If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
• The following documents are REQUIRED 1.
• Your resume: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages showing all relevant experience.
• Your resume must address your qualifications for the position, and it may not exceed two (2) pages.
• Your 2-page (or less) resume must be in PDF format, with no smaller than a 0.5" margin and no smaller than a 10-point font.
• If you submit a resume that exceeds the two-page limit and/or does not meet the margin or font limitations stated herein, you will immediately be deemed ineligible for this position and will be removed from further consideration.
• Must include the work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed.
• The resume and required supporting documentation should provide the minimum qualifications and relevant experience for the announced position.
• If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for qualifications and referred for selection consideration, if eligible.
• The resume must not be more than 5MB and should be saved and uploaded as a PDF to maintain formatting and number of pages.
• We also accept GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, TXT, PDF, ODT or Word (DOC or DOCX).
• We do not accept PDF portfolio files.
• We recommend using a font like Lato, if available.
• Other widely available options are Calibri, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, Open San Source Sans Pro, Roboto or Noro Sans.
• Additional guidance on writing a federal resume can be found at: USAJOBS Help Center - How do I write a resume for a federal job?
• The resume builder can help you create a resume using these recommendations and uses the information in your USAJOBS profile to help you get started.
• Transcripts: This position has a degree or education requirement so you are required to submit a copy of your transcript.
• We accept unofficial transcripts, as long as they contain your name, the name of the school, the date and degree that was awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned.
• SF50 It is recommended that all current and former civilian Federal employees submit a copy of your MOST RECENT SF50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your tenure, grade and step, salary, and type of position occupied (i.e., Excepted or Competitive); or similar Notification of Personnel Action documentation, i.e., Transcript of Service, Form 1150, etc. PLEASE REVIEW THE BELOW LINK FOR OTHER SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS needed for proof of eligibility: ***

What to expect next

A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.

REGARDING INTERVIEWS: Interviews may be required for this position. Accommodations may be made to conduct telephonic interviews to preclude travel hardships for applicants. NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

Additional information

Other Notes: ACQUISITION POSITION: This position requires Acquisition Workforce Level Practitioner in Engineering & Technical Management Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 60 months after entry into this position.

DAWIA (Back to Basics) Certification: NON-CAP: Position requires DoD Acquisition Engineering & Technical Management, Practitioner certification. Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 60 months after entry into this position. Selectee must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2-years.

Click here for more details and Resources. RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: ***

All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)) This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date).

The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.