Summary About the Position: This position will be filled at a DB-04 (GS-12-14) in the Office of Technical Directors in the Information Technology Laboratory as any of the below series: General Engineer, 0801 Architect, 0808 Civil Engineer, 0810 Computer Engineer, 0854 Electronics Engineer, 0855 Physicist, 1310 Mathematician, 1520 Operations Research Analyst, 1515 Computer Scientist, 1550 Responsibilities Assists technical directors in data science and analytics, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, augmented reality and virtual reality, cloud computing, and autonomy to support Civil Works research and development teams across the ERDC. Use technical knowledge and skills in AI, including machine learning, machine perception, robotics, autonomy, knowledge representation, and reasoning to support the research and development efforts within ITL. Leads a highly technical work force in new and demanding research areas and keen business skills to develop and direct complex technical programs from planning to marketing through execution and technology transfer. Leads development of novel AI solutions that support the ERDC’s mission in components of intelligence such as learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, language understanding, statistical methods, and neural networks. Manages and directs complex technical programs from planning and marketing to execution and transition of technologies for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Army, the Department of Defense, and the Nation. Prepares and reviews technical reports, technical presentations, peer-reviewed articles, white papers, briefing material, and written correspondence to higher authority and outside agencies relating to assigned research projects. Assists in maintaining working relationships with stakeholders, academia, private industry, and other government agencies to develop project requirements and ensure program alignment. Collates goals and other research and development strategic materials to aid in developing future technical direction in areas of cyber security, advanced data analytics, digital twin, augmented and virtual reality, robotics, and autonomy, etc. Supports data calls, stakeholder visits, critical reporting, including synthesis of program materials and budget information. Develops, disseminates, and presents briefings, information papers, and other products supporting the ITL Office of Technical Directors, senior leadership, and USACE partners. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army) Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Reinstatement Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Education: Basic Education Requirements for 0801, 0810, 0854, 0855 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf Basic Education Requirements for 0808 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/architecture-series-0808/ Basic Education Requirements for 1310 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/physics-series-1310/ Basic Education Requirements for 1515 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/operations-research-series-1515/ Basic Education Requirements for 1520 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/mathematics-series-1520/ Basic Education Requirements for 1550 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/computer-science-series-1550/ In addition to meeting the basic requirement above to qualify for this position, you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Experience in Research and Development of advanced technology and scientific investigation; 2) Plan, integrate and/or review Research and Engineering operation's support and technology programs; 3) Guide the development of priorities in research, systems development, and operations. Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. This position is covered by the Science and Technology Laboratory Personnel Management Demonstration Project at the DB-XXXX-04 (equivalent to GS-12-14). In accordance with the Federal Register Vol. 63, No. 57, dated March 25, 1998, Laboratory Demonstration Project employees must have a current average performance score of at least 2.5 or equivalent (fully successful rating) for promotion consideration." You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Communications Leadership Program Management Technical Competence All qualification requirements, including time after competitive appointment, must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11). Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional Information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct deposit of pay is required. This position requires you to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) Engineer and Scientist Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations. Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative. This position is Exempt or from the Fair Labor Standards Act.