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Summary You will serve as TECHNICIAN in the Expeditionary Systems Division, Expeditionary Warfare & Littoral Operations Department (Air Cushion Vehicle (ACV) Digital Modeling Lead) of NAVSURFWARFCTR PANAMA CITY DIVISION. This position is part of the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project. The full performance level NT-05 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to GS-13 and GS-14. This is not a high grade position; therefore, the salary may be limited to a GS-13, step 10 (currently $134,435). Responsibilities You will serve as the primary technical expert in resolving complex technical issues relating to SolidWorks three-dimensional (3D) modeling and technical data packages and drawings. You will develop and execute SolidWorks simulations in finite element analysis and computational fluid dynamics. You will lead the application of digital drafting and 3D modeling technical engineering practices across the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of expeditionary systems. You will apply methods and techniques of three-dimensional (3D) modeling engineering practices and generate technical data packages with minimal rework or the Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) program. You will identify and recommend corrective actions for weaknesses and gaps in the digital drafting and 3D modeling technical engineering processes and practices. You will select the appropriate process from many alternatives to prepare or edit drawings and models per drawing notices or engineering change proposals, and then generate drawings and 3D models from specifications. You will make graphics, sketches, or complex assemblies/models. You will be responsible for training, mentoring, and collaborating with Sponsors, Flag Officers, senior personnel, engineers, technicians, military, contractors, vendors, and other support personnel with regards to digital drafting and 3D modeling. You will interface with Sponsors, Flag Officers, senior personnel, engineers, technicians, military, contractors, vendors, and other support personnel. You will document work actions in writing, provide updates on project status, and document procedures with minimal rework or oversight. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NT-04 pay band (GS-11/12 equivalency) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: applying digital drafting or three-dimensional (3D) modeling technical engineering techniques to support the design, development, or maintenance activities of an engineering project or program. 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 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 full performance level of NT-05 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to the GS-13 and GS-14. The salary range shown in the announcement represents all of the positions within the band, including GS-14 equivalent (high grade) positions. This is not a high grade position; therefore, the salary may be limited to a GS-13 Step 10 (currently $134,435). This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. 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. During the application process you will have the option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. 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 PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position. This position may require intermittent mandatory overtime and/or a work schedule outside of normal duty hours.