Description:
The Lead Engineer (LE) is responsible for the implementation of highly complex and challenging projects comprised of multiple sub-projects and/or large national programs which require application of in-depth engineering knowledge and independent judgement and the ability to coordinate difficult and/or critical activities.
Requirements:
Candidates must have one year (52 weeks) of SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (FV-I or FG/GS-13) that is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as:
Demonstrated expert level of understanding Instrument Landing Systems (ILS) Category I-III systems, Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) principles, and related navigation technologies along with experience with relevant industry standards and regulations governing ILS and VOR systems. Demonstrate experience and ability in design, installation, and flight inspection including configuration, reconfiguration setting up, tuning, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning systems such as ILS, VOR, Distance Measuring Equipment (DME), Tactical Aircraft Control and Navigation (TACAN), and Runway Visual Range (RVR).
AND
- Skill in at least three (3) of the six (6) following areas of engineering : Civil Engineering (1): Proficiency in engineering design work, construction oversight, and cost estimating. Mechanical Engineering (2): Experience in site surveying, engineering design and drafting, and oversight of projects such as elevator installations. Electronics Engineering (3): Experience in site surveying, engineering design of communication systems, and oversight of projects such as Instrument Landing Systems (ILS). Electrical Engineering (4): Experience in site surveying, engineering design, grounding and bonding techniques, oversight of projects such as Engine Generator (SX) installations, battery installations and UPS/PCS installations. Fire Protection Engineering (5): Experience in designing fire suppression and safety systems tailored for buildings. Safety Engineering (6): Experience in implementation of comprehensive safety protocols and procedures to mitigate risks throughout construction and building operations.
You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may
impact your rating or may result in you not being considered.
Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.
* Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position. *
**All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. **
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; or (3) alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.