Apply on Employer Site

Air Force Research Laboratory · 5 hours ago

Senior General Engineer or Senior Electronics Engineer

Valparaiso, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

Air Force Research Laboratory is seeking a Senior General Engineer or Senior Electronics Engineer in the Science & Technology Division at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in RF engineering and will be responsible for leading complex research projects, applying advanced engineering principles, and collaborating with various stakeholders.

Military

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performs expert level multidisciplinary professional engineering work involving the application of electronics, mechanical, systems, aerospace, and/or other engineering disciplines to plan, organize, direct and coordinate significant and complex research projects and/or processes

Applies expert knowledge and advanced engineering theories, principles, concepts, standards, and methods to ensure assigned projects/processes remain consistent with program objectives, costs, schedules, performance criteria, and existing policies

Applies a number of diverse engineering practices, techniques, and processes to identify and resolve difficult issues, as well as ensure resolutions are consistent with program objectives, existing policies, and procedures

Independently defines research objectives and determines how they may be best accomplished, develops and evaluates alternatives, defines the approach, conducts the analyses, and documents findings and products related to human performance research, education and/or consultation

Demonstrates a mastery of, and skill in applying, innovative multidisciplinary practices, techniques, and methodology to identify, analyze, and resolve issues; ensures resolutions are consistent with program objectives

Demonstrates creativity and foresight by identifying, preparing, and presenting detailed technical reports and briefings on new concepts and technical directions impacting programs/projects, and defining future technology requirements

Collaborates, interacts, coordinates, and/or directly consults with AF, other governments, DoD, academic, and industry partners

Qualification

RF engineeringElectronics engineeringHardware-in-the-loop testingOpen systems architecturesTechnical leadershipCollaborationProblem-solvingCommunicationTeamworkCreativity

Required

US Citizenship

Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service

Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise; employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance

This is a Drug Testing designated position. The incumbent will be subject to random testing

This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The successful candidate must have the ability to attain the level of Practitioner in APDP Engineering and Technical Management (N). Applicants for this position must list any acquisition certifications in resume

Employee may be required to work overtime

PCS expenses if authorized, will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations; more information on PCS benefits/requirements may be found at the following link: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/

Must possess a professional science or engineering (S&E) degree from an accredited academic institution

Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website

Education must also be commensurate with OPM guidelines for the job series 0801. Please see link for education requirements: General Schedule Qualification Standards

Must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience at the DR-II/GS-13 or equivalent grade level in other pay systems. Specialized experience is knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of engineering and their practical applications

Must file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually

Preferred

At least 8 years of experience with primary duties in radio frequency (RF) engineering/electronics engineering systems and subsystems research, development, demonstration, acquisition, and/or test and evaluation

At least 4 years of technical experience in related weapon or defense systems/sub-systems technical areas, and a firm understanding of hardware-in-the-loop testing/simulation principles

Ability to proactively identify and resolve RF system performance problems

Ability to define future laboratory growth improvements to simulate, experiment, and interface with future RF systems and multi-spectral systems

Experience planning and implementing upgrades to RF hardware/simulation equipment and associated facility improvements

Experience with open systems architectures and electrical system interfaces related to weapons development/defense industry

Experience interfacing and collaborating across the Department of Air Force/Department of War and with industry research, acquisition, and test communities

Experience guiding teams to achieve significant technology milestones, executing test activities, and/or collaborating with transition partners

Experience giving facility tours and preparing and briefing complex technical concepts to senior leadership and peers

Experience cultivating a professional, respectful environment of cooperation, cohesion, and teamwork

Master of Engineering Degree from an accredited school