Physical Scientist

Duties For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here . Candidates should have a strong background in nuclear weapons effects (to include EMP effects and standards), E3 (electromagnetic environmental effects), EMC/EMI (electromagnetic compatibility/electromagnetic interference), test plan/report development, data analysis, model development, database maintenance with strong ability to gather, assemble, analyze and interpret data and results to provide support to decision makers. Experience with electromagnetic modeling and simulation is also desired. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in working effectively with multiple DoD, academic and private industry organizations. Operational aircraft and EMP knowledge and/or experience is highly desired. DUTIES: Coordinate and communicate with multiple System Program Offices to inform all aspects of EMP testing activities with relevant survivability analyses, data collection survey findings, and mitigation strategies Create and maintain a configuration control database that tracks all platform tested, test points and the findings Support the standardization of EMP test plans/reports Analyze test data & create findings report Recommendation of equipment upgrades and/or test protocol modification based on hardness data analytics Contribute to current and future policy and guidance development Travel for test execution and planning SKILLS: Strong communication skills and the ability to work with multiple teams Familiarity with general Radiofrequency (RF) Testing Experience using principles of systems engineering and data analytics to execute survivability and effectiveness assessments of complex systems Knowledge of system EMP military standards (MIL-STD-3023, MIL-STD-2169, MIL-STD-461, and MIL-STD-464) Highly desired: 3-5 years of engineering or scientific discipline in the following areas: Electrical Engineer, Test Engineer, EMC/EMI Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Physicist, Nuclear Engineer, Operational Research and/or Mathematics/Statistics A Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution in one of the physical sciences, engineering or a closely-related scientific discipline is highly desired. Advanced degree(s) are preferred. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Required Telework may be authorized. If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: Must be TS/SCI eligible. Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise; employee must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance. Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website. This position is designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. This position may require travel. Employee may be required to work extended or other than normal duty hours to include evenings and weekends and may be subject to recall. Incumbent may be required to report to work during base exercises, contingencies, or emergency situations and overtime/comp time/credit hours may be required to accomplish assigned duties. For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to This position will be coded under the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP), Engineering and Technical Management Practitioner Level certification. This position has been designated as a Non-Critical Acquisition Position. The selectee must meet, or be capable of achieving the APDP certification as designated on the position description within the defined grace period for that certification level after assignment. This position also requires the employee to engage in acquisition continuous learning activities achieving 80 Continuous Learning points every 24 months. Qualifications For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here . To qualify as an physical scientist, employee must meet the education and specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of a wide range of multidisciplinary scientific, technical and engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment to effectively apply theories, principles, and concepts to project development, execution, and advisory services. Knowledge of technical and scientific methodologies sufficient to apply experimental theories and/or new applications to issues and provide technical advice and direction in support of weapon systems, subsystems, and/or support equipment. Knowledge of systems engineering practices and procedures as they pertain to acquisition, modification, production, sustainment, and logistics principles, concepts, policies, and systems. Knowledge of asset management principles , DoD and AF concepts, theories, policies, directives, and procedures. Knowledge of financial management principles and procedures, and public laws relative to assigned areas of expertise. Knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting cycles, financial systems, and restrictions on the expenditures of funds. Ability to devise and evaluate criteria, parameters, characteristics, and interrelationships for design approaches; to assess the impact of new technology on current systems and processes; and to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, form conclusions, and devise and recommend solutions to problems. Education Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here . Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies. For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here . If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education . Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. How to Apply For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here . When applying at the link below, please use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome. Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). Apply at: by May 23, 2024. Visit the AFNWC webpage to see the current vacancies at If you have questions about this position or about the application process, please contact Arlene Pando AFNWC Recruitment Specialist, at To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notificati5on, please register at and sign up to "Get Career Updates." Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age. Agency contact information Arlene Pando Email Address EHA DHA 550 C Street West JBSA Randolp