ELECTRONICS ENGINEER-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Job title:

ELECTRONICS ENGINEER-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Company

Federal government of the United States

Job description

SummaryClick on “Learn more about this agency” button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.The primary purpose of this position ELECTRONICS ENGINEER, NH-0855-03, is to serve as a professional electronics and systems engineer for assigned programs and projects.Overview

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Open & closing dates07/03/2025 to 10/31/2025Salary$88,621 – $137,000 per yearThis salary reflects Rest of U. S Locality and may change based on locationPay scale & gradeNH 3LocationsMANY vacancies in the following locations:Eglin AFB, FLHanscom AFB, MAKirtland AFB, NMTinker AFB, OKHill AFB, UTRemote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.Appointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testYesFinancial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberAFMC-085503-12757812-SMHControl number840065500This job is open toClarification from the agencyThis job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.Duties-Perform professional electronics engineering work in support of the acquisition, development, or sustainment of weapon systems, subsystems, and/or support equipment.
-Develop system performance requirements, objectives and integration, and the estimation of time and resources for system design, development, and support.
-Perform analysis and uses systematic, disciplined, and quantifiable approaches to implement, develop, and document projects.
-Perform development engineering for systems and devicesDesired Skills:-At least three years of experience in electrical/electronics engineering is desired.
-Knowledge of development testing and evaluation sufficient to apply experimental theories and new applications to issues and provide technical advice and direction in support of weapon systems, subsystems, and/or support equipment is preferred.
-Knowledge of integrated air-vehicles, ground systems, and support equipment sufficient to plan, design, test, troubleshoot, evaluate, and oversee the development and/or sustainment of electronic systems or devices is valued.
-Strong background in professional engineering principles; Systems Engineering; Digital Engineering concepts is a plus.RequirementsConditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
• Recruitment incentives may be authorized
• Position may require an appropriate security clearance
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

QualificationsINDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Employee needs to meet the education and specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions:In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is described as: Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates significant and complex projects which represent critical segments of major operating programs, electronic circuits, embedded computer systems, avionics systems, automated test equipment, operational flight plan software, electronic warfare systems, circuit elements, equipment, software, firmware, integrated systems, and associated phenomena concerned with electromagnetic or acoustical wave energy or electrical information for purposes such as communication, computation, sensing, control, measurement, and navigation; skill with applying a broad knowledge of a diverse number of engineering practices, techniques, and processes to identify and resolve difficult issues. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:-Knowledge of professional electronics engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment to effectively apply engineering theories, principles, and concepts to system design, architecture, and integration.

-Knowledge of systems engineering issues and best practices sufficient to plan, design, test, troubleshoot, evaluate, and oversee the development and/or sustainment of electronic systems or devices.
-Knowledge of other engineering disciplines and standard acquisition regulations, practices, and procedures.
-Ability to analyze data and establish requirements for technical objectives and characteristics.
-Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in a professional manner with peers, management, contractors, academia, and other agencies.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.EducationARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click to check accreditation.FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.Additional informationThis is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13.This is an open continuous Direct Hiring Authority (DHA) notice open to the Public to create a candidate pool to be used to fill vacancies as openings occur. This notice will remain open until the closing date indicated; those who apply will be used to create candidate pools for consideration against current and/or future vacancies. It may be several weeks before a vacancy occurs and candidates should not interpret that as a sign of not being considered or delays in the hiring process. We are actively soliciting candidates in advanced of anticipated need.Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.

• Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .

Expected salary

$88621 – 137000 per year

Location

Florida

Job date

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 02:24:00 GMT

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