General Engineer

What you would do

• Plan, develop, and evaluate short- and long-range engineering programs.
• Apply life cycle engineering methods to in-service submarine structures and systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies on proposed solutions and improvements.
• Ensure systems engineering processes are applied during submarine sustainment.
• Communicate technical findings clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Manage assigned technical and administrative operations and programs.

Do you qualify for NH-3?

With experience: You need at least 1 year of specialized experience at or equivalent to NH-2 (GS-11) in federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. The experience must include ship or submarine design, materials, or naval architecture; engineering; shipbuilding, maintenance, or overhaul practices; and knowledge of Navy organization and technical authority.

With education: A professional engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program, or a degree with enough engineering and science courses under OPM standards. Current Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT), or Professional Engineer (PE) registration also qualifies, as does passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. A bachelor's degree in a related science field can qualify with at least 1 year of professional engineering experience.

How to apply well

What to send:

• Complete resume, no more than 2 pages, showing employer, start and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week, and for federal jobs the pay plan, series, and grade
• Official or unofficial transcripts, or a list of courses with grades, dates, and credit hours, if you use education to qualify
• Copy of any license, certification, or professional registration you claim
• DD-214 if you claim veterans' preference, plus any other proof listed in the announcement
• Statement of service on command letterhead if you are on active duty
• Unredacted originals of personal documents if selected

How you will be rated: Human Resources reviews your resume against the listed qualifications and rates you on the information provided. Qualified applicants are referred to the hiring manager, who may hold interviews. Applicants who inflate their qualifications, submit incomplete packages, or send illegible resumes may be rated ineligible.

Tips for this job:

• Your resume must be no more than 2 pages and must show dates by month and year, plus hours per week for part-time work.
• If you use education to qualify, include transcripts or a course list showing credit hours, since the announcement requires proof.
• Attach a copy of any EI, EIT, PE, or FE document you list, because the announcement says claimed credentials must be submitted.

Good to know before you apply

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

Incentives and relocation: Relocation expenses (such as PCS moves) or relocation incentives may be authorized under applicable travel rules.

Conditions of employment:

• U.S. citizen only
• Determined suitable for federal employment
• Participate in direct deposit pay program
• Pass E-Verify employment check
• Retired military members may be restricted within 180 days of retirement under 5 U.S.C. 3326
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance before starting
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification and Continuous Learning points required within set timeframes
• Must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods, including to remote sites

Job details

Salary

$100,992 – $158,322 per year

Pay scale and grade

NH-3 · DoD acquisition pay band

Locations

• New London, Connecticut
• Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia

Appointment

Permanent

Work schedule

Full-time

Service

Competitive

Openings

1

Security clearance

Secret

Travel

Occasional travel

Drug test

Not required

Supervisory

No

Occupation

General Engineering (0801)

Announcement

DE-13105390-27-HMD