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Position Title
Interdisciplinary-Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Operations Research, Computer Scientist
Agency
Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
Announcement Number
8X-DCIPS-12686253-719723-SC Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, February 7, 2025 to Thursday, February 13, 2025
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
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. (limit characters)
2. US Citizen - Are you a US citizen (either by birth or naturalization) or national of the United States? (limit characters)
Preferences
1. Select the series you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one series. (limit characters)
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. (limit characters)
3. Are you retired from the Federal civilian service or are you in a phased retirement and receiving an annuity? (limit characters)
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?
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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? (limit characters)
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. (limit characters)
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. (limit characters)
7. Are you currently working or previously worked in a Department of Defense position in a foreign location(s)? (limit characters)
8. 24-Month US Physical Presence: Have you had a continuous physical presence in the United States or a non-foreign area (e.g., Guam, HI, AK) for the past 24-months? (limit characters)
Assessment 1

This section will be used to determine if you possess the experience and/or education needed to qualify for the Interdisciplinary position (GG-0854/0855/1515/1550). FAILURE TO RESPOND TO THESE QUESTIONS WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING. YOUR RESUME MUST SUPPORT THE RESPONSES YOU SELECT.

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From the descriptions below, choose the letter beside the statement that BEST describes your experience and/or education relevant to the position of Computer Engineer/Electronics Engineer, GG-0854/0855-13. SELECT ONE LETTER ONLY. NOTE: YOUR RESUME MUST SUPPORT THE RESPONSE YOU SELECT. NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT COPIES OF YOUR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS.

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Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of an Operations Research Specialist, GG-1515-13. SELECT ONE LETTER ONLY. NOTE: YOUR RESUME MUST SUPPORT THE RESPONSE YOU SELECT.

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Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Computer Scientist, GG-1550-13. YOUR RESUME MUST SUPPORT THE RESPONSE YOU SELECT.

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Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Computer Engineer, GG-0854-13; Electronics Engineer, GG-0855-13; Operations Research Analyst, GG-1515-13 or a Computer Scientist, GG-1550-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.  NOTE: YOUR RESUME MUST SUPPORT THE RESPONSE YOU SELECT.

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For each task in the following group, please choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.

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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
5.

Perform studies of issues arising in varied subjects of advanced difficulty and complexity.

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6.

Evaluate impacts of new technologies on current systems and policies.

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7.

Define problems and develops and coordinates study plans.

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Provide expert assessments and recommendations to supervisor and senior management on objectives, alternatives, strategies, and/or tactics for successful accomplishment of programs/projects.

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For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. (limit characters)
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Develop models to test, analyze, and evaluate algorithms and other logic.

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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
10.

Initiate and formulate plans and carries out project(s) through extensive and specialized, original performance analyses and evaluations.

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11.

Evaluate alternative courses of action and make recommendations based on sound scientific theory.

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12.

Provide professional policy direction and expert guidance to lower graded employees performing related work.

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Analyze problems revealed by prior studies and advise higher officials of the feasibility of different approaches which provide a basis for action or the solution to a specific problem.

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14.

Represent the organization during visits with government and industry representatives.

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15.

Prepare technical reports and document progress and results.

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Keep current on emerging analytical techniques and research methods through independent study and reading/reviewing technical journals and current literature.

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Maintain awareness of emerging technologies impacting assigned programs & projects.

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Lead and participate in cross-discipline teams working complex programs, projects, and studies.

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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. (limit characters)
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Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. Select the most appropriate response below.

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