About this role
Job SummaryYou will serve as the Principal Technical Manager for the Payload Deployment Systems Department (Code 45), managing all Research and Development (R&D), Acquisition, Test and Evaluation (T&E), and full-spectrum life-cycle support for submarine missile/payload integration and USW launcher systems.
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. National Leadership in USW payload deployment systems: Ability to provide national leadership and authoritative technical direction for comprehensive technical programs in submarine missile/payload integration, USW launcher systems for submarines and surface ships in support of current and future Navy mission areas, including requirements definition, engineering/operational system development, rapid prototyping, test and evaluation, modeling and simulation (M&S), systems training, in-Service engineering/Fleet engagement, and program management. TQ 2. Reputation for Technical Management of Research, Development, Test, Evaluation and Acquisition Systems: Skill in technical management providing guidance, risk identification/mitigation assessments, teaming collaborations, and problem resolution for strategies, analyses, policies, security plans, cross department initiatives, or cross-command/organization efforts. 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 All Professional Engineering series, 08XX 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 manage and provide strategic oversight of research and development programs of exceptional scope and complexity, driving high-responsibility initiatives critical to achieving key DoD objectives.You will direct USW launcher and missile/payload integration research and development that shapes national DoD policy and international decisions, serving as a precedent and strategic guide for other organizations globally.You will be responsible for submarine missile and payload integration, overseeing full-spectrum science, technology, advanced engineering development, testing cognizance, and crucial in-service engineering functions.You will direct the design, procurement, manufacture, installation, and execution of test and evaluation for Undersea Warfare (USW) weapon launchers, payload and platform systems, and vital support or test equipment.You will plan and manage Science and Technology and Research and Development portfolios for structural, shock, and launch dynamics analysis, launching systems, payload encapsulation, end-to-end payload integration, and material science.