Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose is Purpose: Serve as the Communication and Intelligence Support Systems (CISS) program management subject matter expert and technical authority to management, colleagues, and other experts on complex, classified (CONTUNIE ON DUTIES) Responsibilities (Summary CONT): Special Operations Forces (SOF)unique Electronic Intelligence Systems, Special Communications Systems and Imagery Intelligence Systems acquisition matters and also to perform supervisory duties over two to three engineering positions. Functions as the sole on-site professional engineer providing expertise involving advanced knowledge of systems, electronics, mechanical and other engineering disciplines in support of Program Manager (PM) projects. The organizational goals or objectives of this position are to provide Rapid and Focused Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Support to SOF Warfighters. Duties Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short/long-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Evaluates work performance of subordinates. Serves as the CISS program management office subject matter expert and technical authority to management, colleagues, and other experts on complex, classified Special Operations Forces (SOF) unique Electronic Intelligence Systems, Special Communications Systems and Imagery Intelligence Systems acquisition matters. Serves as principal technical expert and on-site engineer, develops, reviews, and analyzes plans and schedules to address systems and engineering requirements for PEO, PM, or Command programs. Represents PM with a variety of headquarters, component command, and service organizations. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with engineering counterparts, integrated product team members, and technical functional specialists. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT for 0801: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-03, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-13 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must includes experience of systems engineering electronics, mechanical and other engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment sufficient to apply advance engineering theories, principles and concepts. Mastery of the DoD acquisition regulations, practices, procedures, and processes to provide both system engineering and programmatic direction. Experience of the DoD, Services, and other Government technology development agencies and their capability to support Special Operations technology development. Experience with Congressional budget process and DoD planning, programming, and budgeting system(PPBS).of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures. NOTE: You must submit a copy of official college transcripts. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Professional expert knowledge of systems engineering electronics, mechanical and other engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment sufficient to apply advanced engineering theories, principles and concepts. 2. Mastery of the DoD acquisition regulations, practices, procedures, and processes to provide both system engineering and programmatic direction. 3. Knowledge of the DoD, Services, and other Government technology development agencies and their capability to support Special Operations technology development. 4. Extensive knowledge and experience with Congressional budget process and DoD planning, programming, and budgeting system(PPBS). 5. Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures. 6. Skill in directing and managing all aspects of systems engineering through planning, conceptual definition, and execution of research, development, production, test, and evaluation phases of acquisition. 7. Ability to communicate exceptionally, both orally and in writing, to establish and maintain effective relationships; deal effectively with contractors, federal official, congressional staffers, and other high-ranking personnel to build consensus, negotiate, and resolve complex technical issues and conflicts; and to mentor, motivate, supervise, lead, and apprise the staff of an organization. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information AcqDemo Expanded Probationary Period for Supervisors and Managers: An additional supervisory probationary period of one year may be required when an employee is officially assigned to a different supervisory position. This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-04 equivalent to a GS-14 to GS-15. NH-04 position with full salary potential within the band, however the initial salary range offered for this position will be $142,488.00 to $185,234.00 which includes DCB locality pay, unless statutory or regulatory rules prevail. Follow on salary increases based on contribution MAY be earned within the full salary of the NH-04 pay band. . Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this announcement. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.