Project Engineer, SYD 81.

DutiesThe United States Space Force (USSF) at the Pentagon is searching for a Project Engineer for SYD 81 (NH-0801-03, GS-12/13).DescriptionThis position is a Systems Engineer working in the Space Force Personnel Data Management office responsible for developing two Space Force Wide programs - a new Human Resources IT program and Continuous Fitness Assessment Wearables (CFAW) program to utilize fitness devices for PT testing. This office develops and maintains the technical baseline and systems architecture for enterprise capabilities in support of the Space Force and mission partners. This includes engineering support for HR IT and CFAW. This position provides critical engineering support, which ensures technical integration and synchronization across SYD 81, executes systems engineering processes in support of HR IT, CFA, and SYD 81, provides data integration guidance, and evaluates contractor technical performance in SYD 81. This office is also responsible for creating, coordinating, and synchronizing technical requirements, test strategies, and other official engineering documentation through SYD 81 staff functions for current and future HR IT and CFAW operations and activities. Will lead a mixed team of approximately 5 Government civilian, military, and support contractors.Ideal CandidateIdeal candidate would possess years of experience in systems or software engineering. Possessing a background in enterprise IT environments, agile business capability delivery, and system integration is highly desired. Knowledge of Defense Business Systems (DBS), data architectures, test & evaluation processes, and APDP Practitioner Certification in Engineering/Technical Management is also highly desired. Must be able to lead a team of Government civilian, military, and support contractors. Must be an effective communicator, able to receive, interpret, and communicate technical information from senior leadership to the rest of the organization.Key Skills And Abilities Knowledge of a wide range of advanced multidisciplinary professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, and techniques to apply experimental theories and new developments to problems not susceptible to treatment by accepted methods, and to plan and execute specialized programs of marked difficulty, responsibility, and significance. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structure, and operation of the DoD, and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence systems acquisition, development, and/or sustainment; and knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting cycles, financial systems, and restrictions on expenditure of funds. Knowledge of and skill in evaluating state-of-the-art and advancements in theory, application, technology, and policy affecting systems being developed, and in planning, organizing, and directing the functions and staff in critical aspects of development, production, and/or support of systems, subsystems, or equipment. Knowledge of safety, security, and operational engineering procedures. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, building consensus and coalitions, negotiating, and resolving conflicts with a variety of individuals and organizations as well as communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.RequirementsConditions of employmentMust be a U.S. Citizen.Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours.PCS / Incentive funding is authorized.Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed "unscheduled telework"Position will close in 5 business days or 75 applications (whichever comes first).Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 25 days per year.A professional engineering degree at the bachelor’s level from an ABET accredited institution is required.This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP).The employee must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position.Employee must within 30-days of assuming this position and annually thereafter, file an OGE-450, “Confidential Financial Disclosure Report.” Employee is required to attend annual ethics and procurement integrity training.QualificationsThe 0801 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewedAdditional informationEmployed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Clickis available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, clickCandidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.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.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.