Infrastructure Resiliency Engineer-Full Performance Level
Company: National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: May 28, 2023
Job Description:
WE ARE THE NRO For sixty years, the NRO has developed, acquired,
launched and operated the satellites that are the foundation for
America's advantage and strength in space. Using a diversified
architecture of spacecraft, NRO collects and delivers the best
space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance content
on the planet. Learn more at .Basic Eligibility For A Position With
The NRO
You must be a U.S. CitizenYou must be
18 years of age or olderYou must be able to obtain and maintain a
TS/SCI security clearanceYou will be subject to pre-employment and
periodic drug testingYou will be subject to pre-employment and
periodic polygraph examinationsWhere You Will WorkThis position
will be responsible for assisting the Chief of Infrastructure
Resiliency Center in overseeing the MS&O Operation and
Maintenance (O&M) effort as well as Industrial Control System
(ICS) initiatives. - The successful candidate will have exhibited
experience with the full-range of facilities and infrastructure
management functions to include, design, preventative maintenance,
operations & maintenance, renovation, recapitalization and
construction projects. - Additionally, the successful candidate
will need to have demonstrated the ability to conduct technical
evaluations by performing root-cause analysis of engineering issues
(anomalies) associated with electrical and/or mechanical
infrastructure. - Finally, the successful candidate will exhibit
experience with industrial control systems (ICS). - Specifically,
the candidate will be responsible for working with the NRO ICS
Office to develop budgets and strategies for the upgrade of
information and operational technologies to meet industry standards
for system functionality and cyber security.The NRO Cadre is
collecting resumes for consideration against current and future
opportunities for Full Performance Level (GG-12/GG-13),
Infrastructure Resiliency Engineer, occupational series 801. For
more information on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM)
occupational series, click .Your resume may be considered for other
positions which your skills and experience may be a good match.
This is a full-time position that is open until filled.Who May
Apply
This position is open to the
public.Federal government employees MUST currently be at the grade
level or higher as indicated in this announcement. This is NOT a
promotion opportunity for current Federal government employees. If
selected for the position, Federal government employees will
transition laterally at their current grade level and step.Federal
applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request
acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoD 1400.25 Volume 2006.The
NRO is only accepting external applicants for this job
announcement. Current NRO Cadre employees should apply
internally.What You Will Be Doing
- Prepares, provides, and evaluates conventional plans, designs,
design specifications, and related documentation related to
facilities projects.
- Provides findings and recommendations to senior colleagues
and/or agency officials responsible for broad program
operations.
- Serves as an authoritative expert and consultant on a broad
program, a highly specialized field, or for assignments which
affects national or international interests. -
- Serves as a technical authority and/or Contracting Officer
Technical Representative (COTR)
- Manages issues and risks to balance lifecycle cost, schedule
and technical performance
- Researches trends and patterns
- Reviews and evaluates studies, projects, proposals, or
reports.
- Develops new methods and criteria
- Proposes new policies and practices
- Conducts technical analyses and field work to achieve desired
outcome.
- Makes decisions and executes and/or directs actions exploring,
reconciling, and resolving major uncertainties, unique situations,
obscure problems, or conflicting objectives typically resulting
from the abstract nature of the concepts or the existence of
serious conflicts among specific requirements, technological
developments, standards, program direction, and administrative
requirements.
- Evaluates the value and applicability of new or improved
technology, strategies, trends or applications.
- Interacts with the NRO user community with respect to system
and/or operational requirements
- Assess project and program effectiveness
- Provides expertise and advice on program planning and
policy-making functions covering a broad range of engineering,
architecture, or scientific programs. What You Need -
Bachelor's degree in Professional
Engineering. To be acceptable, the curriculum must be in a school
of engineering where the curriculum is accredited by the
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
Expertise in advanced
multidisciplinary engineering or related engineering/technical
discipline, concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods,
techniques, materials, and equipment sufficient to apply
experimental theories, principles, and concepts to project
development, execution, and advisory services.
Demonstrated interpersonal,
organizational, and management skills to conceptualize and
effectively lead complex analytic projects with limited
supervision; ability to work collegially to find a consensus
solution when views differ among agencies, and ability to
effectively work independently and within a team or collaborative
environment.Demonstrated written and oral communications skills,
including ability to communicate effectively with people at all
levels of leadership and ability to give effective oral
presentations at levels appropriate to and tailored for different
target audiences.Proven critical thinking skills and reasoning
skills as demonstrated by experience in preparing analytical
assessments and other written products with emphasis on clear
organization; concise, logical presentation; to include an
assessment or recommendation supported by data or
research.Knowledge of and ability to apply analytic, diagnostic,
and qualitative techniques sufficient to produce authoritative
analytical products (such as test plans and final reports), and the
ability to employ new methodological approaches to analyze
information.Familiarity with systems engineering principles and
architecture.Minimum two years of government acquisition experience
or equivalent.Desired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Professional
Engineering, electrical or mechanical engineering preferred.Program
Management or technical management expertise is highly desirable
(i.e., cost, performance, schedule, and technical reporting) to
accomplish the duties and responsibilities of the
position.Experience with NRO missions, programs, and management
processes.Knowledge of DoD and Intelligence Community (IC)
organizations, missions, relevant policies, and
processes.Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any
public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past
experience in the application of the particular
competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities -necessary to
successfully perform - and is typically in or directly related to
the -duties of the position as described above. -Experience must be
reflected in your resume. - Other Information
Baccalaureate or Graduate Degree:
technical or scientific field such as engineering, physics,
chemistry, biology, mathematics, operations research, engineering
management, or computer scienceOvertime Statement: - MAY be
required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include
evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.Travel Statement: - MAY be
required to travel in military or commercial aircraft to perform
temporary duty assignments.Financial Disclosure: - MAY be required
to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report,
upon appointment and will be required to file annually.Defense
Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) coded positions: -If
selected for a DAWIA coded position, the incumbent must meet
appropriate certification requirements IAW the Defense Acquisition
Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) no later than 24 months after
accepting this position. Individual shall maintain, at a minimum 80
continuous Learning Points every 24 months via the services
acquisition management system. DAWIA requirements may be located at
the . Geographic Mobility Agreement: MAY be subject to directed
reassignment as required to address mission effectiveness, and/or
career development.Information Assurance (IA): Must achieve the
appropriate IA certification within six months of
assignment.Emergency Essential: Certain positions MAY be deemed
emergency essential and incumbents must be willing to meet all
position requirements.LocationChantilly, VASalary2023 salary range
for the Washington, DC area: GG-12: $94,199 - $122,459 GG-13:
$112,015 - $145,617**This position is a Full Performance Level
DCIPS position. The NRO is accepting applications from U.S.
Citizens and current federal government employees for this
position. - To qualify for the position, federal government
employees MUST currently be at the GG-12 or GG-13 grade level and
may ONLY apply for a lateral reassignment at their current grade
level and step. -Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade
may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoD
1400.25 Volume 2006.Hiring IncentivesThe NRO may offer hiring
incentives and other entitlements at management's discretion.Trial
PeriodAll new will be required to serve a 2-year trial period.
Veterans' PreferenceDoD Components with DCIPS positions apply
Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined
by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures
provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Vol 2005, DCIPS Employment and
Placement. - If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as
defined by section 2108 of Title 5 USC, you must submit documents
verifying your eligibility upon request.Equal Employment
Opportunity PolicyThe United States Government does not
discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion,
sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin,
political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status,
disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee
organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or
other non-merit factor.
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Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be
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