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Physical Scientist
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration · Posted 63 days ago
About the Role
This position is located in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS), Office of Coast Survey (OCS), Center of Excellence, with 1 vacancy in Silver Spring, MD or Durham, NH.
What You'll Do
- →As a Physical Scientist, you will perform the following duties: Test and evaluate new technologies for use in hydrographic surveying, such as sonars, positioning systems, uncrewed systems (UxS), and data acquisition and processing systems.
- →Conduct field testing and implement new technologies aboard National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) vessels.
- →Analyze and report on the results of testing.
- →Ensure continuous and efficient operation of ocean mapping systems aboard NOAA platforms by providing timely support of operational hydrographic equipment and systems, in-house and third-party software, the integrations of these systems and software, and best practices for its use.
- →Conduct training on new systems, technologies, and procedures undergoing transition to operational use and existing operational systems, technologies, and procedures.
- →Develop and implement plans for the operational transition of new systems and technologies.
- →Support the development of documentation for new systems and technologies, including requirements and specifications, test plans and reports, and standard operating procedures.
- →POSITION REQUIREMENTS: This position requires the operation of a Federal motor vehicle.
- →This position has physical requirements.
- →CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Position requires driving a government vehicle for field work, movement of equipment and/or supplies between buildings, acquisition of supplies, or meetings at other locations.
- →Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license to operate a government vehicle.
- →All persons embarked on a NOAA ship must be able to perform normal work functions and possibly personal emergency response functions while the ship is underway.
- →Provide in-situ support by spending up to 40 days per year away from permanent duty station.
- →Must be capable of working up to 12 variable hours per day while deployed to field units for up to 40 days including weekends.
Requirements
- ✓This position will be filled under the DOC Alternative Personnel System (CAPS).
- ✓Under CAPS, positions are classified by career, pay plan, and pay band.
- ✓The ZP-3 is equivalent to the GS-11/12.
- ✓Key Requirements: Applicants must be U.S.
- ✓Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation.
- ✓More requirements are listed under Qualifications and Additional Information.
- ✓Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.sss.gov) Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
- ✓Additional Considerations: One year probationary period may be required.
- ✓Payment of relocation expenses (PCS) is not authorized.
- ✓Payment of relocation incentives OR recruitment incentives may be authorized.
- ✓Note: Relocation incentives are for current federal employees only.
- ✓This position requires Low Risk Security Clearance.
- ✓Background investigation will be required.
- ✓Continued employment is subject to applicant's successful completion of security investigation and favorable adjudication.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 93aaf8b8-c475-4b6d-9d87-4016f701316e
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