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Scientist

Naval Sea Systems Command · Department of the Navy

This job in plain English

This is a public notice about possible future Scientist jobs at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division, part of Naval Sea Systems Command, in Panama City, Florida. This flyer does not take applications itself, and it does not guarantee that any vacancies will be filled. Interested people must apply through the online link in the How to Apply section, and no result letters will be sent to people who respond to this flyer.

Telework eligible1 vacancy listed; several vacancies may be filled

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.

The job is open to the public, but only U.S. citizens can apply. Employees and applicants must also be found suitable for federal employment.

What you would do

  • Plan, carry out and deliver complex computer and software engineering efforts.
  • Apply computer science, software development and cyber resilience knowledge to naval mission areas.
  • Build working relationships with other technical departments on system development.
  • Set development milestones, track metrics and carry out corrective plans for technical problems.
  • Explain algorithms and software risks clearly to non-software engineers and naval leaders.
  • Write technical white papers, root-cause analyses and executive summaries.

Do you qualify for ND-2 to ND-4?

With experience: For the ND-04 level (similar to GS-12/13), you need at least 1 year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the ND-03 level (GS-09/11) as a professional scientist in design, development, testing, integration or sustainment of system software. For the ND-03 level (GS-09/11), you need at least 1 year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the ND-02 level (GS-05/08) applying computer science theories, algorithm design or modern software methods.

With education: A degree in computer science, or 30 semester hours in a mix of math, statistics and computer science, with at least 15 of those hours in statistics and math that includes differential and integral calculus. For the ND-03 level, a master's or equivalent graduate degree, two full years of graduate study toward a master's, or a related LL.B. or J.D. can replace specialized experience.

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume of no more than 2 pages that is legible and shows relevant experience, job titles, duties and accomplishments
  • Employer names, start and end dates (month/year), and hours per week for part-time experience
  • Pay plan, series and grade for any federal job listed
  • Official or unofficial transcripts, or a course list with grades, completion dates and semester hours, if you use education to qualify
  • Copy of your degree if specific coursework does not need to be verified
  • Copies of any professional membership, license, certificate or credentials you claim
  • DD-214 or VA letter if you claim veterans' preference
  • SF-15 and disability documentation if you claim 10-point veterans' preference
  • Statement of service on command letterhead if you are on active duty

How you will be rated: Qualified applicants are rated on their resume and supporting documents against the listed qualifications, and the selecting official may choose to interview them. Missing information, errors or inflated qualifications can lower your rating or make you ineligible.

Tips for this job:

  • Make your resume show dates, hours per week, and pay plan and grade for each federal job, and keep it to 2 pages.
  • If you use education to qualify, attach transcripts or a course list showing semester hours, since unofficial copies are accepted at first.
  • Faxed applications are not accepted, so apply through the online link in the How to Apply section.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, with occasional travel that may be required

Incentives and relocation: Relocation incentives may be authorized under 5 U.S.C. 5753, but PCS (permanent change of station) moves are not authorized. Recruitment or student loan repayment incentives may also be authorized.

Conditions of employment:

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program
  • Must pass E-Verify employment verification check
  • Retired military members may be subject to a 180-day rule under 5 U.S.C. 3326
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Must obtain and keep a Secret security clearance before starting work
  • Must obtain and keep DAWIA certification and Continuous Learning points on time
  • Must obtain and keep DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce qualifications
  • May travel within the U.S. and overseas, including remote or isolated sites
  • Must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for long periods
  • Background check 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
$40,736 – $138,370 per year
Pay scale and grade
ND-2 to ND-4 · ND
Location
Panama City Naval Surface Warfare Center, Florida
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
1
Security clearance
Secret
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Computer Science (1550)
Announcement
DE-13105612-27-RMS

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