Jobs Online : Mechanical Engineer in USA

Job Title:Mechanical Engineer

Department:Department of the Air Force
Agency:Air Force Personnel Center

Job Announcement Number:AFPCACQEH-851684-0830

SALARY RANGE:	$38,790.00 to $125,695.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD:	Friday, March 01, 2013 to Monday, September 30, 2013
SERIES & GRADE:	GS-0830-07/13
POSITION INFORMATION:	Full Time - Multiple Appointment Types
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 14
DUTY LOCATIONS:	Few vacancies in the following location(s): Arnold AFB, TN United StatesView Map Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD United StatesView Map Heath, OH United StatesView Map Kirtland AFB, NM United StatesView Map Fort Worth, TX United StatesView Map More Locations (9)
WHO MAY APPLY:	United States Citizens

JOB SUMMARY:

The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win…in air, space and cyberspace.

To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice; under this recruitment procedure, each location/ installation, identified in this Public Notice will accept applications and make selections for vacancies as they occur. There may or may not be an actual vacancy at the time you submit your application. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.

These positions are being filled under Acquisition Expedited Hiring Authority, The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority to appoint certain Civilians to positions designated pursuant to the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improve Act (DAWIA); positions are located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent, temporary or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule. Positions may be filled at the GS or Pay Band level and the salary will vary by geographic location.

IF APPLICABLE: Military service member's "Statement of Service" will be accepted up to 120 days prior to separation date IF a terminal leave form or DD214 cannot be provided. The "Statement of Service" must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin, your rank, dates of active duty service, the Type of Discharge and Character of Service (i.e. honorable).

KEY REQUIREMENTS

U.S. Citizenship Required
Travel and relocation expenses may be paid
This Public Notice may be used to fill one or more vacancies
Total salary varies depending on location of position
A security clearance may be required
Recruitment incentives may be authorized

DUTIES:

· Perform operations and maintenance (O&M) engineering involving design and construction that encompasses the maintenance, repair, upgrade and operation of infrastructure facilities, including utility systems, utilizing knowledge of mechanical engineering. Regularly inspect/survey facilities to identify deficiencies for incorporation into the infrastructure maintenance plan to counteract the aging of infrastructure facilities/utilities.

· Provide mechanical engineering assistance on solving current job problems and/or in-shop planning. Provide oversight/assistance in the determination of the requirements and frequencies for the Recurring Work Program (RWP).

· Apply knowledge of other disciplines to determine coordination required to ensure all design considerations have been addressed.

Work involves industrial, commercial, and process controls including utility monitoring control systems and facility energy management control systems.
Work involves designing, evaluating, constructing, commissioning, decommissioning, operating, and maintaining heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), refrigeration systems, plumbing and piping systems and equipment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.

Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to grade level.

This public notice may be used to fill target grades (e.g. GS-07 Target GS-12).

If selected for a position identified as Acquisition Demonstration Project (AcqDemo) pay may be negotiated in accordance with guidance and governing regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

BASIC REQUIREMENT:

Degree: A Bachelor’s degree in operations research; or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics. At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus.

In addition to the basic requirements, applicants must meet the following:

FOR GS-07:

-OR-

EDUCATION: Successful completion of 1 year of graduate-level of education or a superior academic achievement in a field directly related to the work of the position. Superior Academic Achievement is based on one of the following three methods: (1) Class Standing: applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Education, based on completed courses. (2) Grade Point average (G.P.A): Applicants must have a grade-point average of: 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 (“B” or better) as recorded on their official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 (“B+” or better ) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or in the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum. (3) Honor Society Membership: Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society.

-OR-

Combination of Graduate Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and specialized experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. Only graduate level education in excess of a bachelor’s degree may be combined with experience.

FOR GS-09:

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Successfully completed 1 year of specialized experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-07 grade level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service. Examples of creditable specialized experience includes performing routine and recurring mechanical engineering duties; uses typical engineering calculations; selects appropriate approach to solve routine problems and recommends course of action; analyze, interpret and apply mechanical engineering rules and procedures; and familiarity with other engineering disciplines.

-OR-

EDUCATION: Successful completion of the requirements of a master’s or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related, meets the requirements for GS-09.

-OR-

Combination of Graduate Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and specialized experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. Only graduate level education in excess of 1 full year of graduate education may be combined with experience.

FOR GS-11:

-OR-

EDUCATION: Successful completion of the requirements of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related, meets the requirements for GS-11.

-OR-

FOR GS-12:

FOR GS-13:

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Successfully completed 1 year of specialized experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service. Examples of creditable specialized experience includes performing engineering duties including design, construction, maintenance, repair, acquisition, or disposal of facility/real property; operation of utility systems; or environmental planning; gained knowledge of the concepts, principles and practices of mechanical, electrical, civil and environmental and/or architectural engineering; knowledge of engineering practices as related to the design, operation and maintenance of energy and water conserving utility systems and facilities; and develop, promote and institute methodologies, techniques and practices that will effectively reduce utility consumption.

Click on the following link to view qualification requirements for this position:

http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF

AND

Click on the following link to view occupational requirements for this position:

http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800/

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of mechanical engineering concepts, principles and practices and familiarity with other engineering disciplines and architecture.

2. Knowledge of engineering and construction standards, methods, practices and techniques.

3. Knowledge of operations, products, services, needs and goals of the program(s) and the organization studied or served and related customers, functions, resources and users.

4. Ability to analyze, interpret and apply rules, regulations and procedures in a variety of situations and recommend timely and economical solutions.

5. Ability to conduct in-depth studies and analyses of specific issues or specialty areas within the mechanical engineering discipline

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

· Position may be subject to random drug testing.

· Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

· Shift work and emergency overtime may be required.

· Employee must maintain current certifications.Position may require an appropriate security clearance

· The employee must meet the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the positionpYour latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

To determine if you are qualified for this position, your complete application will be reviewed against the qualifications required for the position being filled.

BENEFITS:

Benefits of Working for the Federal Government - Click here for an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 90 or above on the rating criteria for this position.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.

Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition.

DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes all of the following:

1) Your résumé

2) Your transcript

3) Any other documents specified in the Required Documents section of this job announcement.

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, click here for the required cover page. This Vacancy ID is 851684. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.

If you cannot apply online:

1. Click the following link to view and print the questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire

2. OPM Form 1203-FX must be provided to show your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numbering sequence on the OPM Form 1203-FX will not match the Occupational Questionnaire. Section 25 of the Occupational Questionnaire restarts with number one, so when entering your responses please continue regardless of number sequence. This issue has been identified and will be resolved as soon as possible. Applicants are responsible for ensuring their responses are transferred accurately. Click here for the OPM Form 1203-FX., and
3. Fax all required documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your OPM Form 1203-FX will be the cover page for your fax transmission.

PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume) is received, accurate and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Faxed documents take 2-3 business days to process.

All of your documents including your resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications are to be submitted/attached to the application for this Public Notice. Your resume will remain active until this Public Notice is closed.

The complete Application Package must be submitted.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify that information (i.e., resume) is received, accurate and submitted by the closing date.

Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any documentation submitted by an applicant.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application for this Public Notice by the closing date of the announcement.

1) Resume (must include beginning/ending month & year for each employment period)
2) Transcripts (must contain the university logo, can be a copy)
3) Veterans’ Preference - a copy of your DD Form 214 which must include character of service or a Statement of Service/Proof of Service which must include service dates and character of service. In addition, if claiming 10 point preference you must submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces (or documentation of purple heart, if applicable) and a SF 15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference).
4) If using combination of education and experience, submit the appropriate documents: Current registration or evidence of having successfully passed the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) examination.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

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Phone: 8005250102
TDD: 800-382-0893
Email: DO_NOT_.SEND_EMAIL@US.AF.MIL

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WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

After you send your application to the appropriate Civilian Personnel Office, you will be contacted if further evaluation or interviews are required.

The length of time your application will remain active will vary based on the closing date of this Public Notice.

Additional Duty Location Info

Few vacancies in the following locations:
Arnold AFB, TN United StatesView Map
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD United StatesView Map
Heath, OH United StatesView Map
Kirtland AFB, NM United StatesView Map
Fort Worth, TX United StatesView Map
Hanscom AFB, MA United StatesView Map
Edwards AFB, CA United StatesView Map
Holloman AFB, NM United StatesView Map
Vandenberg AFB, CA United StatesView Map
Peterson AFB, CO United StatesView Map
White Oak, MD United StatesView Map
Eglin AFB, FL United StatesView Map
Lakehurst, NJ United StatesView Map
Robins AFB, GA United StatesView Map

Jobs Online

Saturday, 11 May 2013

Mechanical Engineer in USA

SALARY RANGE:

OPEN PERIOD:

SERIES & GRADE:

POSITION INFORMATION:

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:

DUTY LOCATIONS:

WHO MAY APPLY:

JOB SUMMARY:

KEY REQUIREMENTS

DUTIES:

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

BENEFITS:

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO APPLY:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Additional Duty Location Info

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