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Electronics Engineer

Defense Information Systems Agency · Department of Defense

This job in plain English

This is an Electronics Engineer job at the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) in Fort Meade, Maryland. It is a permanent, full-time job in the Cyber Excepted Service, a separate federal hiring system for jobs that support U.S. Cyber Command, and it does not lead to a regular competitive-service job. Only U.S. citizens can apply, and the job needs a Top Secret security clearance.

Telework eligible1 vacancy

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.

Only U.S. citizens, nationals, or people who owe allegiance to the U.S. can apply. The job is open to the public.

What you would do

  • Plan, set up, and run network services for satellite and ground systems.
  • Develop and apply policies and procedures for IT networking and system integration.
  • Configure and optimize network hubs, routers, and switches, and fix connection problems.
  • Develop project plans, assign work to other network specialists, and oversee projects.
  • Install and maintain network device operating system software and replace hubs and routers.

Do you qualify for GG-13?

With experience: You need at least 1 year of paid or unpaid experience at the next lower grade level (GG-12) that shows the skills needed for this job. The experience must include architecting, developing, or changing highly complex custom electronic parts, leading teams and managing work with partners such as private companies, or writing complex test procedures for advanced electronics or automated test equipment.

With education: An engineering degree can qualify you. The degree must be from an engineering program accredited by ABET, or it must include calculus and at least five of seven listed engineering science areas (such as statistics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, or electrical circuits). You can also qualify with a mix of education and experience, shown by professional engineer registration, a written test, specific courses, or a related curriculum, plus a supervisor letter confirming you did professional engineering work. Schools must be accredited by a body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, and foreign degrees must be evaluated by NACES.

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume of 2 pages maximum showing job titles, duties, month and year dates, and full-time or part-time status with hours per week
  • Completed eligibility questionnaire
  • Transcripts if you use education instead of experience
  • SF-50 showing your highest permanent grade if you are a current or former federal employee
  • DD-214 (Member Copy 4) or active-duty service statement if you claim veterans' preference
  • Military Reserve or National Guard PPP self-certification checklist, if it applies
  • Retained Grade PPP self-certification checklist, if it applies

How you will be rated: Your resume and documents are reviewed and compared with your questionnaire answers to decide if you are qualified. Rated on planning and evaluating, telecommunications planning and system design, troubleshooting electronic equipment, project management, and technical competence. If you appear to have overstated your qualifications, you may lose consideration, and errors or missing information can lower your rating.

Tips for this job:

  • Your resume must list month and year start and end dates for each job, plus hours worked per week.
  • If you use education to qualify, include all transcripts, or you may be rated ineligible.
  • Upload your DD-214 with your application if you claim veterans' preference.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. Occasional travel may be expected.

Incentives and relocation: Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives may be authorized. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service
  • Favorable suitability review and Top Secret clearance with SCI access
  • Must complete DoD 8140 Foundational Qualifications within 9 months and residential qualifications within 12 months
  • Drug test, including urinalysis before appointment
  • A 3-year trial period may be required

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
$121,785 – $158,322 per year
Pay scale and grade
GG-13 · General Schedule equivalent
Location
Fort Meade, Maryland
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Electronics Engineering (0855)
Announcement
CES-DISA-13102266-26TB

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