About this role
Job SummaryYou will serve as a Branch Head for Code 3424 in the Imaging & Electronic Warfare Systems Division of NAVUNSEAWARCENDIV NEWPORT RI. This position is part of the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project. The ND-5 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to GS-14 and GS-15 and the ND-4 encompasses GS-12 and GS-13.
QualificationsFor the ND-05: In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the ND-04 (GS-12/13 equivalency) pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as a Professional Engineer or Scientist leading the personnel resourcing, and execution or direction of projects, systems development efforts, research or technology for submarine and/or surface electromagnetic systems for a naval undersea warfare organization. For the ND-04: In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the ND-03 (GS-09/11 equivalency) pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as a Professional Engineer or Scientist supporting projects and leading small teams throughout the engineering lifecycle for submarine and/or surface electromagnetic systems for a naval undersea warfare organization. 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=List-by-Occupational-Series https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/mechanical-engineering-series-0830/ https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/computer-engineering-series-0854/ https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/electronics-engineering-series-0855/ https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/computer-science-series-1550/ 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 perform the administrative and technical management for all branch personnel, programs, and resources. You will serve as a key member of the career management team.You will manage and lead a diverse group of engineers and scientists as their first line supervisor. You will report directly to the Code 342 Division Head.You will coordinate with the Technical Program Manager (TPM) in accordance with the program’s schedule and budget; identifying risks, and staffing personnel.You will be responsible for effective utilization, direction, and supervision of all branch personnel and administration of all branch programs and task assignments.You will be responsible for Personnel management including, but not limited to : staff assignments, discipline, training, employee professional and technical development, general administration, awards, and promotions.You will set objectives, evaluate employee work, resolve problems, and mentor staff. Establish goals within project scopes. Analyze costs, forecast budgets, and plan future requirements, including equipment, facilities, and manpower.You will fully handle hiring, from planning workforce and skill requirements to active recruitment. You will also participate completely in the onboarding process to ensure the successful transition of all new employees into the workforce.