Instructor Of Systems Engineering

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-1701, General Education and Training Series. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: A. Successful completion of a degree from an accredited college or university that included or was supplemented by major study in Education or in a subject matter field appropriate to the position (e.g. Systems Engineering, etc.). OR B. Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in Education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position (e.g. Systems Engineering, etc.), plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in A above. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes ???????experience in systems engineering and technical project management-such as requirements analysis and management, system architecture definition, technology transition and integration, system testing, and technical lifecycle sustainment -combined with instructional experience such as proficiency in developing and delivering technical curriculum, instructional content, and consultative guidance within adult learning environments, including professional continuing education and peer-level technical training. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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. Expert knowledge, both theoretical and applied, of Systems Engineering concepts, practices, and regulations required to have mastered principles, policies, and practices of systems engineering for substantive national level programs sufficient to plan, organize, and manage critical aspects of the development, production, and implementation of the assigned educational/instructional program. 2. Mastery of Systems Engineering policies and practice, both current and under legislation, of national acquisition reform initiatives, processes and documents. Included knowledge of activities and purpose of functional support personnel and the ability to coordinate such aspects of systems acquisition as engineering, procurement, program control, configuration, test, manufacturing, and integrated logistics support in order to effectively implement the instructional program. 3. An educational degree in a science (examples: physics, computer science), technology (ex: industrial technology, manufacturing technology), engineering (ex: mechanic, electrical, industrial), or math (ex: statistics, operations research) related field is necessary. An advanced academic degree is preferred. 4. Thorough knowledge of current policies and procedures for all other acquisition specialties sufficient to integrate those policies and procedures into the Systems Engineering curriculum. Encompasses analytical knowledge of the military command structure, missions, programs, and organizational relationships and includes a mastery of the application of a wide range of quantitative and qualitative methods used for the assessment and improvement of educational program effectiveness. 5. Considerable knowledge of aeronautical systems, weapon systems, and the integration of related support functions. Includes knowledge of acquisition Systems Engineering goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key program events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the worth of program accomplishments. 6. In-depth working knowledge of computer applications, with emphasis on the ability to use computers for the development and implementation of simulations and exercise, graphic and multi-media presentations, and Internet- based Instructional Programs. Includes ability to effectively manage electronic messages and utilize associated media/programs for rapid transfer of textual matter and scheduling. 7. Skill to plan, organize and facilitate course development work and to negotiate effectively with management (to the level of SAF/AQ and MAJCOM HQ) to accept and implement recommendations, where the proposals involve substantial agency resources, require extensive changes in established procedures, or may be in conflict with the desires of some team members. Ability to integrate effective instructional methods into the development and presentation of courseware that motivates and enables maximum learning of highly complex subject matter which may be difficult to learn. 8. Ability to create and maintain an effective student-teacher relationship with mature professionals as well as with peers and administrators. Skilled in leading discussions and in speaking before audiences, clearly expressing concepts and techniques. Skill in developing, reviewing/editing texts, handouts, manuscripts, case exercise and examinations. 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. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.