- Position Title
- Comp Eng-Elec Eng-Ops Res Anal- Comp Sci
- Agency
- Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
- Announcement Number
- 8X-DCIPS-11802389-859682-EB Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, January 16, 2023 to Monday, January 23, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
Please answer the following question by selecting a response. NOTE: Applicants are responsible for claiming their appropriate eligibility. Veterans' Preference is NOT an eligibility; it is a hiring preference, where applicable. You must select an eligibility to receive consideration for this position. If you are not a US citizen, you are not "eligible" to apply for this position and your application will not be referred to the hiring manager.
We are not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or fail to list. All competitive eligible candidates must complete the entire Application Questionnaire as part of the application package. Ensure you thoroughly read the instructions for each section.
We are not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or fail to list. All competitive eligible candidates must complete the entire Application Questionnaire as part of the application package. Ensure you thoroughly read the instructions for each section.
2.
US Citizen - Are you a US citizen (either by birth or naturalization) or national of the United States?
Preferences
1.
Select the series you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one series.
2.
I am a current or prior military member of the Armed Forces that is retiring or has been retired less than 180 days. Hiring (appointments or transfers) of retiring or retired members of the Armed Forces to positions in any DoD Component during the 180 days immediately following retirement may only be made IAW DoDI 1402.01 and may require a waiver for appointment prior to the 180 days from official military retirement.
3.
Are you retired from the Federal civilian service and receiving an annuity?
4.
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently employed, or have been employed within the last 5 years, in any one of the categories below, you must disclose this information. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
-OR-
Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
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Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
-OR-
Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
-OR-
Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
5.
Did you voluntarily separate from federal service and receive Voluntary Separation Incentive Pay (VSIP)?
NOTE: If your response is yes, you must provide a copy of your SF 50 or Leave and Earnings statement showing receipt of payment as part of your application submission. If you become reemployed by the federal government within 5 years of separating from federal service and have received a VSIP, you will be required to repay the full VSIP amount paid to you.
NOTE: If your response is yes, you must provide a copy of your SF 50 or Leave and Earnings statement showing receipt of payment as part of your application submission. If you become reemployed by the federal government within 5 years of separating from federal service and have received a VSIP, you will be required to repay the full VSIP amount paid to you.
6.
Are you a military spouse who is currently married to an active duty military member?
NOTE: This item is for demographic reporting only. It does not confer eligibility or preference. If you want to apply as a military spouse, you must select from the eligibility options above. Military spouse and military spouse preference may not be available for all positions.
NOTE: This item is for demographic reporting only. It does not confer eligibility or preference. If you want to apply as a military spouse, you must select from the eligibility options above. Military spouse and military spouse preference may not be available for all positions.
Assessment 1
This section will be used to determine if you possess the education and experience needed to qualify for a GG-0854-13 Computer Engineer, GG-0855-13 Electronics Engineer, GG-1515-13 Operations Research Analyst, GG-1550-13 Computer Scientist. Failure to respond to this question will result in an ineligible rating.
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the specialized experience you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Computer Engineer, GG-0854 / Electronics Engineer, GG-0855 at the GG-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in combination with the mandatory education requirements identified in the job opportunity announcement. Your resume must support the response you select:
2.
Select the one statement that best describes the specialized experience you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Operations Research Analyst at the GG-1515-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in combination with the mandatory education requirements identified in the job opportunity announcement. Your resume must support the response you select:
3.
Select the one statement that best describes the education and specialized experience requirements that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Computer Scientist at the GG-1550-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in combination with the mandatory education requirements identified in the job opportunity announcement. Your resume must support the response you select.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Perform a broad range of Crypto/Cyber or Software Engineering assignments entailing unique problems, creativity, innovative use of techniques, advanced approaches, and/or new technologies.
5.
Establish assumptions, measure effectiveness of approaches, and evaluate available alternatives.
6.
Evaluate impacts of new technologies on current systems and policies.
7.
Conclude and recommend major impact on top-level management plans and decisions regarding requirements definition, planning, and acquisition of major upgrades and new system capabilities.
8.
Identify, investigate, analyze, and resolve complex and difficult technical problems.
9.
Provide exeprt assessments and recommendations to senior management on objectives, alternatives, strategies, and/or tactics for successful accomplishment of programs/projects.
10.
Develop models to test, analyze, and evaluate algorithms and other logic.
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Utilize mathematical and statistical techniques, elements of operations research theory, engineering principles and innovative efforts to develop new solutions to previously highlighted and/or new problems or problems which may be totally lacking in precedent.
12.
Initate and formulate plans and carry out project(s) through extensive and specialized, original performance analyses and evaluations.
13.
Evaluate alternative courses of action and make recommendations based on sound scientific theory.
14.
Provide technical guidance, advisory support, and assistance on projects and/or major phases for broad and varied operations.
15.
Perform complex, difficult studies/evaluations on an individual basis or as a team member/leader responsible for completing phases of an overall work effort.
16.
Provide identification and programming of resource requirements, budget preparation and execution; work related to obtaining or overseeing contractor services; and/or coordination of other activities to support assigned programs and/or projects.
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Attend meetings, conferences, briefings, and seminars related to program planning, advanced technologies, and support system concepts.
18.
Interface with headquarters and other technical/analytical agencies on advances in state-of-the-art technology.
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Prepare and present briefings and make presentations on the study's progress and results.
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Prepare technical reports and/or documents progress and results.
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Accomplish professional development and maintain technical proficiency through professional interaction with technical and professional societies, associations, academia, symposia, contractors, research and development organizations, and participation in formal training programs.
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Maintain awareness of emerging technologies impacting programs/projects.
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Develop action plans, test procedures, test reports, design problem reports, risk assessments, position papers, briefings, and/or other other technical reports and required documentation.
CERTIFICATION: I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
24.
Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. Select the most appropriate response below.