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GENERAL ENGINEER

Naval Sea Systems Command

  • Naval Business Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • $138,595 – $197,200
  • Today
  • General Engineering
  • Federal

Listed Oct 29, 2026

About the job

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.

Duties

You will provide technical oversight of Engineering, Planning, Testing and Quality Assurance functions performed by Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) and the design agent contractor.

You will be responsible for test engineering oversight of the Integrated Power System and associated facility systems at the Compatibility Test Facility located at NSWCPD.

You will assess operations, testing, safety, and provide leadership with NSWCPD, the design agent contractor, and NAVSEA in resolving problems that inhibit testing to meet schedule and test objectives.

You will be an independent representative of the Director, Marine Engineering, NAVSEA 05Z, and the Division Director, NAVSEA 05Z5.

You will provide oversight of testing of the COLUMBIA Class IPS, and coordinate Test Policy and Programs; Planning and Design; Test Operations/Execution; Test Analysis and Reporting; and/or Test Resources.

You will formulate policy and implement technical authority via the technical authority chain of command.

You will review technical and engineering decisions made by NSWCPD and the design agent contractor to ensure they meet governing technical policies, specifications, and standards.

You will ensure compliance with technical standards for the COLUMBIA Integrated Power System.

You will review procedures, work instructions, and waivers, and conduct formal audits regarding the implementation of and compliance with NAVSEA technical requirements, specifications, and standards.

You will develop valid and appropriate test strategies; provide input for the Integrated and Developmental Master Test Plan, detailed test plans, and simulation support plans.

You will develop data requirements, and collect, analyze, and archive data; and participate in test readiness reviews and other relevant working groups and forums to represent the interests of NAVSEA 05Z and Naval Reactors.

Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NH-03 pay band (or GS-13 equivalency) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector as a professional engineer testing and evaluating the design or development of ship or submarine propulsion systems (e.g., propulsion motors/engines, motor drives, propulsion control systems) to meet cost, schedule, and performance requirements. 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=GS-PROF AND Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR): 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.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. Resumes will be assessed against the following competencies: PROBLEM SOLVING QUALITY ASSURANCE SYSTEMS TESTING AND EVALUATION ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGEMENT As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.

How to apply Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: http://navsea.recsolu.com/app/collect/event/LYq3jRFV2otcY9HB_s6eTQ Facsimile applications will not be considered. Submit your resume and transcripts to the link above for consideration. A complete resume is required. Your resume must include all relevant experience, job titles, duties and accomplishments. All resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant. Failure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.

Other information This position is part of the Department of Defense Civilian Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project. The NH-04 broadband is equivalent to the GS-14 and GS-15 grade levels. This position has a control point; thus, the salary range for this position is capped at GS-15, step 05 which is currently equivalent to $184,760. If your current salary is above this amount, your salary may be matched. This announcement uses the Direct Hire Authority (DHA) for AcqDemo Business and Technical Management to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. 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.

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