ENGINEER

Full Job Description

You will serve as a Vertical Launching System (VLS) Equipment Engineering Branch, Engineering Lead (Code E52) in the SENSORS WEAPONS & LAUNCHERS DEPARTMENT, VERTICAL LAUNCHING SYSTEM (VLS) & AUR DIVISION of NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER, located in Port Hueneme, CA.

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the ND-03 (GS-09/11 equivalent) grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: As a professional Engineer resolving complex engineering challenges for shipboard Vertical Launching Systems (VLS) to provide technical support and system solutions.

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 AND https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf 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. Major Duties:

• You will serve as the VLS Systems Engineering Team Lead, responsible for providing technical leadership and strategic guidance.
• You will oversee project execution, mentor team members, and ensure engineering efforts are aligned with organizational goals.
• You will demonstrate a strong balance of engineering expertise, leadership ability, and effective communication skills.
• You will serve as a primary technical point of contact for stakeholders, customers, and leadership.
• You will drive problem-solving and root cause analysis for complex engineering issues.
• You will review technical data packages and documents to ensure best practices and compliance with standards.
• You will plan, prioritize, and oversee engineering projects to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.
• You will track performance, workload, and deliverables to maintain accountability and efficiency.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams – including program management, engineering operations, logistics, etc. - to ensure technical solutions align with program requirements, defense standards, and mission objectives.
• You will support the development of budget requirements, prepare proposals, and execute spending plans.