General Engineer - Direct Hire - SME
What you'd do
The New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) Division provides national and international leadership in planning, developing, initiating, and conducting new and innovative consumer information programs. The primary objective of the Division is to develop and coordinate the dissemination of consumer information on various aspects of motor vehicle and occupant protection systems that may induce market forces to enhance crash protection to adult and child occupants and vulnerable road users.
Major duties
As a General Engineer, you will: Conduct NCAP activities, including (1) executing specific program tasks; (2) working closely with various NHTSA organizational units; (3) monitoring and reporting on program progress/problem; (4) resolving program problems by coordinating with other NHTSA offices. Perform data analysis obtained from laboratory tests, real-world crash data files, and computer simulations. Serve as an Alternate Contracting Officer Representative (ACOR). Assist in planning web and database developmental support to meet NHTSA's objectives and goals in improving consumer information programs. The ideal candidate for the Engineering position in the New Car Assessment Program Division is innovative, process driven, detail oriented, and a team player who can work cooperatively with an adaptable, energetic, and mission driven team. The incumbent demonstrates proficient organization skills and can manage multiple projects with time-sensitive deadlines. The incumbent also possesses effective communication skills. Furthermore, the incumbent has intermediate to mid-level experience with planning, developing, and executing vehicle safety related tests and metrics especially in crashworthiness and/or crash avoidance and mitigation.
What you need to qualify
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration. To qualify for the Grade 12, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-11 it must include: Experience in applying engineering concepts and theories to the solution of engineering problems Experience communicating orally and in writing, so that the expression is logical, clear, and convincing. Experience contributing collaboratively to a technical project or support a technical program, with regular guidance and direction from a supervisor. To qualify for the Grade 13, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-12, it must include: Experience applying engineering concepts, principles, and practices applicable to the solution of engineering problems related to automotive safety. Experience communicating orally and in writing, so that the expression is logical, clear, and convincing. Experience in the identification, analysis, and quantification of engineering problems and formulating actions required for their solution. 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: Engineering Knowledge - Knowledge of engineering methods and principles. Engineering Application - Skill in applying engineering concepts and theories to the solution of engineering problems Communication – Skill to communicate effectively in writing and orally. Safety Engineering - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods in automotive safety For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4 All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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