About this role
Job SummaryYou will serve as Distinguished Engineer for Test and Evaluation of NSWC PHILA DIV. You will drive future Hull Mechanical and Electrical (HM&E) technical innovations, capabilities, and technologies and initiates and directs a large number of interdisciplinary machinery engineering programs from basic and applied research and development through prototyping and technology transition.
QualificationsCandidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, your resume must show that you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications: TQ 1. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with major hull, mechanical, and electrical test sites (design, outfitting, test operations, etc.) TQ 2. Clear experience transitioning technology to the Fleet by partnering with S&T and R&D organizations and testing in relevant environments. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF AND https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf 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.
Major DutiesYou will plan and lead meetings and tech exchanges to execute the strategic Research and Development vision, delivering national Science and Technology initiatives to the Fleet for Navy machinery and Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical systems.You will lead teams nationally within the National Research and Development Establishment, Warfare Centers, University Affiliated Research Centers and Federally Funded Research and Development Centers to drive and develop technology solutions.You will develop and maintain a technology and infrastructure portfolio, advising Division Leadership on investments for Next Navy and Navy After Next initiatives to ensure readiness for new Research and Development work.You will provide technical guidance on Test and Evaluation and Research and Development portfolios.You will lead special teams to solve complex problems or conduct independent analyses and evaluations of proposed technical solutions.You will develop long-range tech roadmaps with the Chief Technologist and Test and Evaluation staff to maintain a balanced investment portfolio—leveraging research, tech transition, workforce growth, Revitalization and Recapitalization.