ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (MECHANICAL) - Naval Sea Systems Command

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. Salary: GS-5: $44,316 - $57,607 GS-6: $49,400 - $64,222 GS-7: $54,896 - $71,366 GS-8: $60,794 - $79,030 GS-9: $67,147 - $87,291 Responsibilities You will assist higher-level technicians in phases of handling, assembly, test and troubleshooting, and repair of complex Electromechanical torpedo systems assemblies. You will perform fault isolation from the system level down to the component level. You will participate in walkthroughs of procedures and processes to ensure accuracy and identify areas for improvement and efficiency. You will provide safe stowage and handling of ordnance components and material per designated requirements. You will assist higher-level technicians in order to learn how to conduct phases of technical work as part of a major project or a complete project. You will participate in design studies on the feasibility, suitability, adaptability, and operational utility of systems and system concepts. You will provide test and evaluation support and coordination for a specific technical area. You will develop, define and/or apply improved techniques and methods to the solution of problems associates with a project of program. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications For GS-09: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-08 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Analyzing acceptability of products that affect the design or operation of systems, programs, processes, or equipment at a field or work site. For GS-08: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Analyzing issues involved in assignment to adjust from standard work methods based on situations and conditions at a field or work site. For GS-07: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-06 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Planning assignments in conformance with accepted policies and practices and selecting appropriate instructions, policies, guidelines, or accepted practices to perform work. For GS-06: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Applying technical engineering principles to perform basic functions on assembly, test, troubleshoot, and repair on electro-mechanical systems and components. For GS-05: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-04 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Applying technical engineering principles to assist with engineering technician services during the design, construction, testing or overhaul of systems or components. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: Engineering Technical Series 0802 (opm.gov) 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 The following education may be substituted for specialized experience at the GS-09: Master's (or equivalent graduate degree such as LL.B. or J.D. as specified in qualification standards or individual occupational requirements) in a course of study that directly reflects the job-related KSAs/competencies necessary to satisfy the minimum qualifications and perform the duties of the position, OR 2 academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education in a course of study that directly reflects the job-related KSAs/competencies necessary to satisfy the minimum qualifications and perform the duties of the position. The following education may be substituted for specialized experience at the GS-07: 1 academic year of graduate education (or law school, as specified in qualification standards or individual occupational requirements) in a course of study that directly reflects the job-related KSAs/competencies necessary to satisfy the minimum qualifications and perform the duties of the position. The following education may be substituted for specialized experience at the GS-05: 4 academic years above high school leading to a bachelor's degree OR Bachelor's degree in a course of study that directly reflects the job-related KSAs/competencies necessary to satisfy the minimum qualifications and perform the duties of the position. Additional Information 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. 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. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees.