Mechanical Engineer
Military Sealift Command · Department of the Navy
This job in plain English
This is a flyer announcing possible future Mechanical Engineer jobs (GS-0830, GS-11 to GS-12) at Military Sealift Command in Norfolk, Virginia. The flyer does not accept applications itself; you must email your resume to the address listed, and there may or may not be actual openings filled from it. The job is full-time, supervisory, requires a Secret security clearance, may involve up to 75% travel, and includes uncommon hours such as nights, weekends, and holidays.
Can you apply?
Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.
- Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.
Open to the public, but only U.S. citizens may apply, according to the agency's clarification. You must also be determined suitable for federal employment.
What you would do
- Serve as principal port engineer for assigned ocean-going vessels.
- Plan and schedule all technical work for ship maintenance availabilities.
- Estimate repair work packages and set funding using the MSC financial system.
- Serve as point of contact for shipboard readiness and maintenance technical issues.
- Oversee safety, environmental, and damage control programs.
- Plan and perform shipboard tests and inspections.
Do you qualify for GS-11 to GS-12 (up to GS-13)?
With experience: For GS-12, you need 1 year of specialized experience (work closely matching the job) at or equivalent to GS-11, covering marine propulsion systems, ship life cycle plans, prioritizing ship work, and coordinating test programs. For GS-11, you need 1 year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-09, covering shipboard systems, maintenance cost estimates, ship checks, and shipyard inspections.
With education: A bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or an engineering degree that includes calculus and advanced science courses in five of seven listed engineering science areas. You can also combine education and experience by showing an Engineer Intern, Engineer in Training, or Professional Engineer registration or license, passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, 60 semester hours of physical, math, and engineering science courses, or a related science degree plus 1 year of professional engineering experience. For GS-11 only, three years of graduate study toward a Ph.D. or a related Ph.D. can replace specialized experience.
How to apply well
What to send:
- Complete resume of no more than 2 pages, readable
- Resume showing employer, start and end dates (month/year), and hours per week for part-time experience
- Resume showing pay plan, series, and grade for any federal experience (for example GS-0830-11)
- Official or unofficial transcript, or list of courses with grades and hours, if using education to qualify
- Copy of any professional registration, license, or certificate you claim
- DD-214 or VA letter if you claim veterans' preference
- Command letterhead statement of service if you are an active duty member
How you will be rated: Your resume and supporting documents will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications, and you may be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may interview applicants, and claims that are found to be inflated can make you ineligible.
Tips for this job:
- Email your application to msc_n7_recruitment@us.navy.mil with the subject 'Flyer GS-0830-11/12 - N757'. Faxed applications are not considered.
- If you use education to qualify, include a transcript or course list with grades and hours, since education claims must be supported.
- Describe each job's dates, hours per week, and federal grade in your resume, and keep it under 2 pages.
Good to know before you apply
Schedule: Full-time. Uncommon tours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, may be required. Overtime or night differential pay may apply.
Incentives and relocation: Relocation expenses (PCS) may be authorized under applicable travel regulations.
Conditions of employment:
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment
- Must participate in direct deposit pay
- E-Verify employment check for new Navy employees
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
- Must obtain and keep a Secret security clearance before starting work
- May travel within the U.S. and overseas, including remote or isolated sites
- Mission Essential position with continuity duties
- Must obtain and maintain a U.S. passport
- Must pass a pre-appointment physical exam
- Ethics orientation within 3 months and financial disclosure form OGE-450 within 30 days of appointment
- Retired military members may face a 180-day restriction under 5 U.S.C. 3326
We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.
Job details
- Salary
- $75,788 – $118,092 per year
- Pay scale and grade
- GS-11 to GS-12 (up to GS-13) · General Schedule
- Location
- Naval Base, Norfolk, Virginia
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Work schedule
- Full-time
- Service
- Competitive
- Openings
- 1
- Security clearance
- Secret
- Travel
- 75% or less
- Drug test
- Not required
- Supervisory
- Yes
- Occupation
- Mechanical Engineering (0830)
- Announcement
- DE-12986998-26-RMM
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