SUPERVISORY GENERAL ENGINEER

To qualify, you must meet the basic education requirements for professional engineering and have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the NM-04 pay band in federal service or comparable private/public sector experience. Specialized experience must include aviation systems acquisition, systems engineering processes, leading technical personnel, and identifying training needs.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must meet basic education requirements: a professional engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program, or equivalent coursework in engineering sciences, or current registration as an Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT), or Professional Engineer (PE).
• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NM-04 pay band in federal service or equivalent private/public sector experience.
• Specialized experience must demonstrate knowledge of aviation systems acquisition.
• Specialized experience must include utilizing systems engineering processes and procedures.
• Specialized experience must include managing and leading technical personnel.
• Specialized experience must include identifying development and training needs of employees and providing for such development and training.
• Volunteer work, including through National Service programs, is considered qualifying experience.
• Current federal employees must meet time-in-band requirements by the closing date.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.

Establish internal division policies and operating procedures and determine priorities.

• Lead the development of program requirements for all Air Systems Group workload.
• Develop plans and obtain funds for acquisition of facilities, test equipment, and software.
• Staff all positions within the Air Systems Integration Division.
• Identify and pursue risk mitigation actions and secure organizational support.
• Supervise technical personnel and manage human resources within the division.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing to coordinate with stakeholders.
• Influence and negotiate to achieve division goals and objectives.

Must be determined suitable for federal employment.

• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees must pass E-Verify employment verification.
• Must obtain and maintain a security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required; random testing thereafter.
• This position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA); certification in the Functional Area and Tier is required within established timeframes.
• This is a designated Critical Acquisition Position (CAP); you must sign a three-year tenure agreement unless a waiver is approved.
• Supervisors must review and adhere to the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.
• Telework is eligible on an ad-hoc/situational basis at management discretion.

Complete federal benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• Retirement benefits through the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).
• Paid annual leave, sick leave, and federal holidays.
• Access to flexible spending accounts and long-term care insurance.
• Eligibility for telework on an ad-hoc/situational basis.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

• Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement.
• If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation for performance appraisals and awards.
• All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-band requirements must be met by the closing date.
• For questions, contact the DON Employment Information Center at [email protected].
• The address for this position is NAVAIRWARCENAC DIV, Naval Air Warfare Center, Patuxent River, MD 20670-5304.
• This is a permanent, full-time position with a pay grade of NM 5.
• Telework is available on an ad-hoc/situational basis only; this is not a remote position.

The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAVAIRWARCENAC DIV) is part of the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), which provides full life-cycle support of naval aviation aircraft, weapons, and systems. Headquartered in Patuxent River, Maryland, NAVAIRWARCENAC DIV is a center of excellence for research, development, test, evaluation, and sustainment of naval aviation platforms. This vacancy is within the Systems Engineering Division of the Integration Department, which focuses on integrating air systems and ensuring technical readiness. As a federal employer, NAVAIR offers structured career paths, competitive pay, and complete benefits. Applicants should be prepared to work in a fast-paced, public service environment supporting the U.S.