About this role
Job SummaryYou will serve as the Senior NTWL Director of Test Technologies for flight test engineering and associated technologies in development, experimentation and evaluation of next-generation aircraft and mission systems within the Naval Air Warfare Center, Aircraft Division.
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. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications: TQ 1. Ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, consider alternative and innovative solutions, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. TQ 2. Ability to negotiate complex solutions within Test and Evaluation areas with major stakeholders, achieve both individual and organizational results, and effectively communicate outcomes to superiors, demonstrating their contribution to and achievement of stated goals. 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 develop a broad-scope Test and Evaluation strategy aligning with DoW, Navy, and NAWCAD mission. Holistically address workforce development and utilization, alongside infrastructure and equipment revitalization and recapitalization.You will apply a disciplined framework utilizing research, collaboration, and a technical needs forecast to address Test and Evaluation related Fleet capability gaps, program needs and Science and Technology objectives.You will serve as Technical expert in the fields of aircraft and mission systems test and evaluation engineering, and test strategy.You will identify critical science and technology and research and development needs that include ASuW, sensor fusion, EW, Capabilities Based Test and Evaluation, Electro-Optics/Infrared Systems and advanced weapon systems development and test.You will participate in the development, justification, execution, and review of investment proposals to address identified requirements/gaps/needs.