Summary This 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. Responsibilities You will serve as an ASW/USW Combat Systems Test Technician and will be responsible for the requirements generation, test scenario planning, test execution, post-test data analysis, reporting, and support to the system engineer. You will demonstrate knowledge and application of technical concepts, skills, and principles in the areas of technical processes and procedures; test plan and scenario development based on system performance thresholds. You will demonstrate knowledge of processes, procedures, and their use in support of Navy, Fleet, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), and/or Keyport weapons, combat, and/or sonar systems. You will utilize statistics, metrics, and other analytical tools to identify problem areas, determine appropriate improvements, complete those improvements. You will be an expert in ASW/USW Combat and Weapon Systems, specifically in the Sonar area with the ability to work with others and sound judgment in making technical decisions. You will utilize your knowledge of acoustics and understand the active and passive sonar equations and theory. You will be proficient in the maintenance, operations and training (where applicable) of the AN/SQQ-89(V) Systems. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower pay band NT-03 (GS-09 and GS-10 equivalency) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Performing as a technician for one or more components of the AN/SQQ-89(V) Surface Ship Combat System. Additional 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=List-by-Occupational-Series IOR: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/electronics-technical-series-0856/ Technical and Medical Support Positions: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-Standards Experience 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. Education Additional Information This position is part of the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project. The NT-4 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to GS-11 and GS-12. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A 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. Federal 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. Veteran'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.