Summary
***ACCESS TO MEDICAL AND DENTAL CARE IN JAPAN IS EXTREMELY LIMITED. Please see Additional Information section below.*** You will serve as an ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN in the TEST ENGINEERING DIVISION, ENGINEERING AND PLANNING DEPARTMENT of NAVAL SHIP REPAIR FACILITY.
Duties
You will be responsible for initiating and developing the Total Ships Test Program for assigned ships/projects.
You will develop the key event schedule in conjunction with the project teams to ensure technically required testing is properly tied to the correct key events.
You will oversee and supervise the categorization of work authorization forms, inspection/deficiency reports, etc.
You will ensure preparations for the conduct of the test program meet all technical and safety requirements.
You will conduct periodic test readiness reviews and meetings with project team members, ship's force division officers, and shipyard managers.
Education
Conditions of Employment Cont: Qualification on any class of vessel as a Lead Test Engineer as described by the Industrial Test Program Administration Manual NAVSEA S9092AC-ADM-010/ITAM is required for selection at the GS-13 level. Additional Information Cont: Initial consideration for this announcement is limited to the number of applications listed at the top of this announcement. All applications received on the day the application limit is reached will be accepted and processed. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position. PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application:?1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/
How you will be evaluated
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. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and application package, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: Attention to Detail Customer Service Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING TECHNICAL TEST & EVALUATION ENGINEERING TECHNICAL SERVICES/OPERATIONS This recruitment will utilize the following technical assessment tools: USA Hire, Structured Resume Review, and Structured Interview You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.