Physical Scientist with Security Clearance

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies through the modified DoD Direct Hire Authority. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Duties You will plan, manage and assist in the administration and coordination of major research and development programs. You will conduct testing/research of physical science, textile technology, and human physiology. You will review and analyze a wide variety of projects. You will conduct broad research and development studies which are complex in nature. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift. You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination. You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final secret security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. Qualifications GS-11:
In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one full year of specialized experience at the or equivalent to the next lowest grade (GS-09) or pay band in the Federal Service or equivalent private sector experience, demonstrated through experience which has equipped me with the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position at the GS-11 level. Specialized experience complying with industry standards to conduct research development and testing which may include performing the following:1) Assists in conducting research, development, and engineering of new materials, special protective clothing and accessories assuring functionality and effective utilization of technological advances using knowledge of physical science and textile technology. 2) Performs specialized tasks and assists in studies to determine the properties of materials in relation to such variable elements as protective quality, maintenance, functional requirements, fire and thermal properties, chemical agent protection, and functional finish requirements.3) Conducts testing/research which involve approaches, methods, techniques, and concepts of physical science, textile technology, and human physiology 4) Assisting in the writing of comprehensive technical reports, interpretations, conclusions, and recommendations.5) Assist in conducting, developing, and updating test methodologies; participating in planning, preparation, execution and analysis of test protocols. 6) Uses standard test equipment and instrumentation to obtain data. 7) Effectively communicate technical information orally and in writing. GS-12:
In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one full year of specialized experience at the or equivalent to the next lowest grade (GS-11) or pay band in the Federal Service or equivalent private sector experience, demonstrated through experience which has equipped me with the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position at the GS-12 level. Specialized experience complying with industry standards to conduct research development and testing which may include performing the following: 1) Conducts research, development, and engineering of new materials, special protective clothing and accessories assuring functionality and effective utilization of technological advances using knowledge of physical science and textile technology. 2) Performs specialized tasks and furnishes technical guidance on studies of properties of materials in relation to such variable elements as protective quality, maintenance, functional requirements, fire and thermal properties, chemical agent protection, and functional finish requirements.3) Conducts testing/research which involve approaches, methods, techniques, and concepts of physical science, textile technology, and human physiology4) Writing comprehensive technical reports providing interpretations, conclusions, and recommendations.5) Conducts, develops, and updates test methodologies; participating in planning, preparation, execution and analysis of test protocols. 6) Develops and uses standard test equipment and instrumentation to obtain data. 7) Develops and maintains contacts.8) Communicate technical and programmatic information and negotiate on areas of differences. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education Applicants must meet the following Basic Requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual: Applicants must possess:
A - 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. OR B - Combination of education and experience education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Education substitution may be used for the GS-11 level as: A - 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree OR B - Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR C - Combination of education and experience Additional information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. Benefits 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 windowLearn 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. In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies. Benefits 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 . click apply for full job details