{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"905975d5f442ba5fbb74458f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/905975d5f442ba5fbb74458f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/905975d5f442ba5fbb74458f","title":"ENGINEER/SCIENTIST","description":"Summary\nThis is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. 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.\n\nLearn more about this agency\n\nThis job is open to\nThe public\nU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.\nClarification from the agency\nU.S. Citizens\n\nDuties\nYou will serve as an Engineer or Scientist in the Electromagnetic and Sensor Systems Department, Advanced Radars Systems Division, Expeditionary Radars Software Engineering Branch (Code B46) of the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division.\nYou will perform and lead testing, troubleshooting, analysis, evaluation, and modification of radar (active and passive) systems.\nYou will conduct research, development and analysis of engineering data, extracting and compiling specific data from records or other sources (i.e., design and assembly drawings; specifications; test plans, etc.).\nYou will develop and present technical briefs, to include findings and results, in writing or orally, for higher level review or publication.\nYou will develop tools, interfacing hardware to software, GUI development using high level languages (such as Python, C++, JAVA), or model development using languages such as Matlab.\nYou will work proactively, both independently and as a team member, with a diverse group of scientists, engineers, technicians, and support personnel, to include military, civilian, and contractor representatives.\nYou will conduct technical analysis and recommendations to project leadership.\n\nRequirements\nConditions of employment\nMust be a US Citizen.\nMust be determined suitable for federal employment.\nMust participate in the direct deposit pay program.\nNew 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\nWithin 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.\nMales born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.\nYou 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.\nThis position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA). Certification in the Acquisition Functional Area and category assigned to the position is required within established category timeframes.\nThis position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.\nQualifications\nThis is an interdisciplinary position and may be filled by a General Engineer (0801-series), a General Physical Scientist (1301-series), an Operations Research Analyst (1515-series), a Mathematician (1520-series), or a Computer Scientist (1550-series) depending upon the qualifications of the candidate. Applicants in positions with occupational series other than those listed (0801, 1301, 1515, 1520 and 1550) may apply; however, you must apply directly to the series listed in this vacancy that is most applicable to your qualifications.\n\nTO QUALIFY FOR ND-4: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the ND-3 pay band (GS-9 through GS-11 equivalency) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: As a professional engineer or scientist performing the comprehensive testing, troubleshooting, and modification of radar systems and analyzing engineering data. Examples of qualifying experience may include (1) proven ability to use advanced techniques, modify and extend theories, precepts, and practices in the specialty area, related sciences and disciplines; (2) demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; (3) proven ability to work effectively in a multi-organizational team environment; (4) thorough understanding of electromagnetism and the electromagnetic affects of different materials; (5) broad understanding of analog and digital electronics; (6) demonstrated superb technical writing skills and ability to give presentations and communicate technical concepts; (7) thorough knowledge of analysis and problem solving techniques necessary to perform scientific/engineering work; (8) proven ability to effectively communicate ideas with a diverse group of scientists, radar and communications engineers, and technicians.\n\nTO QUALIFY FOR ND-3: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the ND-2 pay band (GS-5 through GS-8 equivalency) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: As a professional engineer or scientist applying basic engineering or scientific principles to understand and complete limited engineering or scientific projects.\n\nAdditional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF\n\nIndividual Occupational Requirements (IOR):\nAll Professional Engineering Positions, 08XX\nGeneral Physical Science Series, 1301\nOperations Research Series, 1515\nMathematics Series, 1520\nComputer Science Series, 1550\n\nExperience 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.\nEducation\nApplicants must meet at least one of the following positive education qualifications requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual:\nProfessional Engineering Series (08XX) - Degree: A professional engineering degree from an ABET-accredited college or university; OR a degree with curriculum in differential and integral calculus, with additional courses in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics; or electronics; OR\nProfessional Engineering Series (08XX) - Substitution of Education/Experience: A combination of education and experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering; and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following: (a) professional registration, (b) evidence of successfully passing the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) examination; (c) successful completion of at least 60 semester hours of courses in the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences and in engineering that included the courses specified above; or (d) successful completion of a curriculum leading to a bachelor's degree in engineering technology or in an appropriate professional field, e.g., physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, or geology, may be accepted in lieu of a degree in engineering provided that it included at least 1 year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance. (Note to Applicants: Please see the Qualifications & Education sections of this announcement for a link to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Individual Occupational Requirements. OPM guidance indicates that there should be either an established plan of intensive training to develop professional engineering competence, or several years of prior professional engineering-type experience. This training plan or experience must be well documented and provided at time of application.); OR\n1301-General Physical Science Series: A degree in 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 education equivalent to one of the majors shown above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education; OR\n1515-Operations Research Series: A degree in operations research; or a related degree that included at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses. At least 3 of these 24 semester hours must have been in calculus; OR\n1520-Mathematics Series: A degree in mathematics; or a combination of education and experience - courses equivalent to a major in mathematics (including at least 24 semester hours in mathematics), plus appropriate experience or additional education. The total coursework described above must have included differential and integral calculus and, in addition, four advanced mathematics courses requiring calculus or equivalent mathematics courses as a prerequisite; OR\n1550-Computer Science Series: A degree in computer science; or a degree with at least 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of these 30 semester hours must have been in a combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus.\n\nTO QUALIFY FOR ND-3: In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience:\nA master's or equivalent graduate degree; OR\nTwo full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's or equivalent graduate degree; OR\nA combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience.\nA transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information.?\n\nAdditional information\nThis position is part of the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project. The ND-3 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to GS-9 through GS-11; the ND-4 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to GS-12 and GS-13.\n\nThis announcement uses the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratory (STRL) Direct Hire Authority for Scientists and Engineers with Bachelor's or Advanced Degrees to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.\n\nThis position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.\n\nSeveral vacancies may be filled.\n\nA 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.\n\nFederal 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: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.\n\nVeteran'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.\n\nVacancies filled from this announcement may be filled at any grade level listed.\n\nIf selected below the full performance level, you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.\n\nCandidates 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.\nBenefits\nA 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.\nReview our benefits\nEligibility 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.\n\nHow you will be evaluated\nYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.\nIn 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. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be 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.\n\nAs 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.\n\nIf selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.\n\nIf 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.\n\nPlease follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.\n\nAll qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.\n\nRequired Documents\nA complete resume is required. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments. Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. The following information should be provided in your resume: employer's name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week if experience was less than full time (35-40 hours per week), and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09) for relevant federal experience. TIP: A good way to ensure you include all essential information is to use the Resume Builder in USAJOBS to create your resume.\n\nAre you claiming membership in any professional organizations, or possession of a license, certificate or credentials? Check the Conditions of Employment section above to see if any are required. If you claim membership, license, certification, or credentials, you must submit a copy of said document in your application package.\n\nAre you using education as a substitute for some or all of the experience requirement? Is there a basic education requirement for this position? Check the Education section above to see what is allowed and what is required. Any claims you make in your resume or assessment questionnaire regarding education or degrees MUST be supported by submitting with your application official or unofficial transcripts or a list of courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned issued from your school. While unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application, an official transcript will ultimately be required if you are selected for the position. You may submit a copy your degree(s) if specific coursework does not have to be verified.\n\nAre you a veteran claiming 5-point veterans' preference or claiming sole survivorship preference? You must submit a copy of your latest DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (any copy that shows all dates of service, as well as character of service [Honorable, General, etc.] is acceptable) OR a VA letter that shows dates of service or service connected disability AND character of service. If you have more than one DD-214 for multiple periods of active duty service, submit a copy for each period of service. If you were issued a DD-215 to amend aforementioned information on the DD-214 you must submit that too. If you are not sure of your preference eligibility, visit the Department of Labor's website: Veterans' Preference Advisor\n\nAre you a disabled veteran or claiming 10-point veterans' preference?\nIf you are eligible to claim 10 point veterans preference you must submit a DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty as described above for 5-point preference.\n\nYou must also provide the applicable supporting documentation of your disability (e.g. disability letter from the VA) as described on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.\n\nAre you an active duty service member? Active Duty Service Members are required to submit a statement of service printed on command letterhead and signed by the command. The statement of service must provide the branch of service, rate/rank, all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.).\n\nApplication documents, including supplemental ones, may be shared outside the Human Resources Office. Supplemental documents may contain your SSN, DOB, or personal information of others (e.g., on military orders, marriage certificates). You may redact this information before submitting; however, if selected, you mustprovide unredacted originals.\nIf you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:\nEducation 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.\nFailure 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.\n\nHow to Apply\nInterested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: DLGR_NSWC_jobinfo@navy.mil. Please reference announcement number DE-12937720-26-BM in the subject line of your e-mail.\n\nFacsimile applications will not be considered.\n\nAll resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered.\n\nIt is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant.\n\nFailure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.\n\nAgency contact information\nDLGR_NSWC Job Info\nPhone\n(540) 653-8943\nEmail\nDlgr_nswc_jobinfo@navy.mil\nAddress\nNAVSURFWARCENDLD\n6149 Welsh Road\nSuite 203\nDahlgren, VA 22448\nUS\nNext steps\nQualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.\n\nOur evaluation will be based on the information you provide. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.\n\nOverview\nAccepting applications\nPosted 04/21/26 · Apply by 06/23/26\nDue by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 23, 2026\nLocation\nMany vacancies in the following location:\nDahlgren, VA\nNo matching locations found.\nWork site options\nTelework eligible\nYes—This position is eligible for ad-hoc/situational telework at the discretion of management.\nRemote job\nNo\nRelocation expenses reimbursed\nNo\nSalary\n$70,623 - $158,322 per year\nND-3 salary range: $70,623 to $111,087; ND-4 salary range: $102,415 to $158,322\nPay scale & grade\nND 3 - 4\nPromotion potential\n4\nLearn more about pay scale and grade\nPay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.\nWork schedule\nFull-time\nTravel Required\nOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.\nAppointment type\nPermanent\nOccupations and job series\n0801 General Engineering\n1301 General Physical Science\n1515 Operations Research\n1520 Mathematics\n1550 Computer Science\nSupervisory status\nNo\nFederal service type\nThis job is in the Competitive Service\nRepresented by a union\nNo\nDrug test\nNo\nSecurity clearance\nSecret\nPosition sensitivity and risk\nNoncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk\nJobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.\nBackground check type\nSuitability/Fitness\nNational security\nFinancial disclosure required\nNo\nSome jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.\nAnnouncement number\nDE-12937720-26-BM\nControl number\n865329500","company":"Usnavalseasystemscommand","rawCompany":"usnavalseasystemscommand","city":"Dahlgren","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-20T11:30:42.993Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"},{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"921190","title":"Other General Government Support","slug":"other-general-government-support"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"ENGINEER/SCIENTIST","description":"Summary\nThis is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. 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.\n\nLearn more about this agency\n\nThis job is open to\nThe public\nU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.\nClarification from the agency\nU.S. Citizens\n\nDuties\nYou will serve as an Engineer or Scientist in the Electromagnetic and Sensor Systems Department, Advanced Radars Systems Division, Expeditionary Radars Software Engineering Branch (Code B46) of the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division.\nYou will perform and lead testing, troubleshooting, analysis, evaluation, and modification of radar (active and passive) systems.\nYou will conduct research, development and analysis of engineering data, extracting and compiling specific data from records or other sources (i.e., design and assembly drawings; specifications; test plans, etc.).\nYou will develop and present technical briefs, to include findings and results, in writing or orally, for higher level review or publication.\nYou will develop tools, interfacing hardware to software, GUI development using high level languages (such as Python, C++, JAVA), or model development using languages such as Matlab.\nYou will work proactively, both independently and as a team member, with a diverse group of scientists, engineers, technicians, and support personnel, to include military, civilian, and contractor representatives.\nYou will conduct technical analysis and recommendations to project leadership.\n\nRequirements\nConditions of employment\nMust be a US Citizen.\nMust be determined suitable for federal employment.\nMust participate in the direct deposit pay program.\nNew 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\nWithin 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.\nMales born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.\nYou 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.\nThis position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA). Certification in the Acquisition Functional Area and category assigned to the position is required within established category timeframes.\nThis position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.\nQualifications\nThis is an interdisciplinary position and may be filled by a General Engineer (0801-series), a General Physical Scientist (1301-series), an Operations Research Analyst (1515-series), a Mathematician (1520-series), or a Computer Scientist (1550-series) depending upon the qualifications of the candidate. Applicants in positions with occupational series other than those listed (0801, 1301, 1515, 1520 and 1550) may apply; however, you must apply directly to the series listed in this vacancy that is most applicable to your qualifications.\n\nTO QUALIFY FOR ND-4: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the ND-3 pay band (GS-9 through GS-11 equivalency) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: As a professional engineer or scientist performing the comprehensive testing, troubleshooting, and modification of radar systems and analyzing engineering data. Examples of qualifying experience may include (1) proven ability to use advanced techniques, modify and extend theories, precepts, and practices in the specialty area, related sciences and disciplines; (2) demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; (3) proven ability to work effectively in a multi-organizational team environment; (4) thorough understanding of electromagnetism and the electromagnetic affects of different materials; (5) broad understanding of analog and digital electronics; (6) demonstrated superb technical writing skills and ability to give presentations and communicate technical concepts; (7) thorough knowledge of analysis and problem solving techniques necessary to perform scientific/engineering work; (8) proven ability to effectively communicate ideas with a diverse group of scientists, radar and communications engineers, and technicians.\n\nTO QUALIFY FOR ND-3: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the ND-2 pay band (GS-5 through GS-8 equivalency) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: As a professional engineer or scientist applying basic engineering or scientific principles to understand and complete limited engineering or scientific projects.\n\nAdditional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF\n\nIndividual Occupational Requirements (IOR):\nAll Professional Engineering Positions, 08XX\nGeneral Physical Science Series, 1301\nOperations Research Series, 1515\nMathematics Series, 1520\nComputer Science Series, 1550\n\nExperience 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.\nEducation\nApplicants must meet at least one of the following positive education qualifications requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual:\nProfessional Engineering Series (08XX) - Degree: A professional engineering degree from an ABET-accredited college or university; OR a degree with curriculum in differential and integral calculus, with additional courses in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics; or electronics; OR\nProfessional Engineering Series (08XX) - Substitution of Education/Experience: A combination of education and experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering; and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following: (a) professional registration, (b) evidence of successfully passing the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) examination; (c) successful completion of at least 60 semester hours of courses in the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences and in engineering that included the courses specified above; or (d) successful completion of a curriculum leading to a bachelor's degree in engineering technology or in an appropriate professional field, e.g., physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, or geology, may be accepted in lieu of a degree in engineering provided that it included at least 1 year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance. (Note to Applicants: Please see the Qualifications & Education sections of this announcement for a link to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Individual Occupational Requirements. OPM guidance indicates that there should be either an established plan of intensive training to develop professional engineering competence, or several years of prior professional engineering-type experience. This training plan or experience must be well documented and provided at time of application.); OR\n1301-General Physical Science Series: A degree in 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 education equivalent to one of the majors shown above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education; OR\n1515-Operations Research Series: A degree in operations research; or a related degree that included at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses. At least 3 of these 24 semester hours must have been in calculus; OR\n1520-Mathematics Series: A degree in mathematics; or a combination of education and experience - courses equivalent to a major in mathematics (including at least 24 semester hours in mathematics), plus appropriate experience or additional education. The total coursework described above must have included differential and integral calculus and, in addition, four advanced mathematics courses requiring calculus or equivalent mathematics courses as a prerequisite; OR\n1550-Computer Science Series: A degree in computer science; or a degree with at least 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of these 30 semester hours must have been in a combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus.\n\nTO QUALIFY FOR ND-3: In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience:\nA master's or equivalent graduate degree; OR\nTwo full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's or equivalent graduate degree; OR\nA combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience.\nA transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information.?\n\nAdditional information\nThis position is part of the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project. The ND-3 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to GS-9 through GS-11; the ND-4 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to GS-12 and GS-13.\n\nThis announcement uses the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratory (STRL) Direct Hire Authority for Scientists and Engineers with Bachelor's or Advanced Degrees to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.\n\nThis position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.\n\nSeveral vacancies may be filled.\n\nA 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.\n\nFederal 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: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.\n\nVeteran'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.\n\nVacancies filled from this announcement may be filled at any grade level listed.\n\nIf selected below the full performance level, you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.\n\nCandidates 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.\nBenefits\nA 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.\nReview our benefits\nEligibility 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.\n\nHow you will be evaluated\nYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.\nIn 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. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be 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.\n\nAs 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.\n\nIf selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.\n\nIf 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.\n\nPlease follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.\n\nAll qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.\n\nRequired Documents\nA complete resume is required. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments. Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. The following information should be provided in your resume: employer's name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week if experience was less than full time (35-40 hours per week), and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09) for relevant federal experience. TIP: A good way to ensure you include all essential information is to use the Resume Builder in USAJOBS to create your resume.\n\nAre you claiming membership in any professional organizations, or possession of a license, certificate or credentials? Check the Conditions of Employment section above to see if any are required. If you claim membership, license, certification, or credentials, you must submit a copy of said document in your application package.\n\nAre you using education as a substitute for some or all of the experience requirement? Is there a basic education requirement for this position? Check the Education section above to see what is allowed and what is required. Any claims you make in your resume or assessment questionnaire regarding education or degrees MUST be supported by submitting with your application official or unofficial transcripts or a list of courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned issued from your school. While unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application, an official transcript will ultimately be required if you are selected for the position. You may submit a copy your degree(s) if specific coursework does not have to be verified.\n\nAre you a veteran claiming 5-point veterans' preference or claiming sole survivorship preference? You must submit a copy of your latest DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (any copy that shows all dates of service, as well as character of service [Honorable, General, etc.] is acceptable) OR a VA letter that shows dates of service or service connected disability AND character of service. If you have more than one DD-214 for multiple periods of active duty service, submit a copy for each period of service. If you were issued a DD-215 to amend aforementioned information on the DD-214 you must submit that too. If you are not sure of your preference eligibility, visit the Department of Labor's website: Veterans' Preference Advisor\n\nAre you a disabled veteran or claiming 10-point veterans' preference?\nIf you are eligible to claim 10 point veterans preference you must submit a DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty as described above for 5-point preference.\n\nYou must also provide the applicable supporting documentation of your disability (e.g. disability letter from the VA) as described on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.\n\nAre you an active duty service member? Active Duty Service Members are required to submit a statement of service printed on command letterhead and signed by the command. The statement of service must provide the branch of service, rate/rank, all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.).\n\nApplication documents, including supplemental ones, may be shared outside the Human Resources Office. Supplemental documents may contain your SSN, DOB, or personal information of others (e.g., on military orders, marriage certificates). You may redact this information before submitting; however, if selected, you mustprovide unredacted originals.\nIf you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:\nEducation 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.\nFailure 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.\n\nHow to Apply\nInterested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: DLGR_NSWC_jobinfo@navy.mil. Please reference announcement number DE-12937720-26-BM in the subject line of your e-mail.\n\nFacsimile applications will not be considered.\n\nAll resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered.\n\nIt is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant.\n\nFailure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.\n\nAgency contact information\nDLGR_NSWC Job Info\nPhone\n(540) 653-8943\nEmail\nDlgr_nswc_jobinfo@navy.mil\nAddress\nNAVSURFWARCENDLD\n6149 Welsh Road\nSuite 203\nDahlgren, VA 22448\nUS\nNext steps\nQualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.\n\nOur evaluation will be based on the information you provide. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.\n\nOverview\nAccepting applications\nPosted 04/21/26 · Apply by 06/23/26\nDue by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 23, 2026\nLocation\nMany vacancies in the following location:\nDahlgren, VA\nNo matching locations found.\nWork site options\nTelework eligible\nYes—This position is eligible for ad-hoc/situational telework at the discretion of management.\nRemote job\nNo\nRelocation expenses reimbursed\nNo\nSalary\n$70,623 - $158,322 per year\nND-3 salary range: $70,623 to $111,087; ND-4 salary range: $102,415 to $158,322\nPay scale & grade\nND 3 - 4\nPromotion potential\n4\nLearn more about pay scale and grade\nPay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.\nWork schedule\nFull-time\nTravel Required\nOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.\nAppointment type\nPermanent\nOccupations and job series\n0801 General Engineering\n1301 General Physical Science\n1515 Operations Research\n1520 Mathematics\n1550 Computer Science\nSupervisory status\nNo\nFederal service type\nThis job is in the Competitive Service\nRepresented by a union\nNo\nDrug test\nNo\nSecurity clearance\nSecret\nPosition sensitivity and risk\nNoncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk\nJobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. 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