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General Engineer Physical Scientist Senior Authorization Basis Engineer
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  • Note: There is one vacancy for this announcement where the duty station could either be Albuquerque, NM or Amarillo, TX.
  • Position may be subject to random drug testing
  • Occasional Travel
  • Support the development and implementation of experimental techniques for the characterization of subsurface chemical concentration fields in materials
  • A key area of contribution is the use of molecular spectroscopic tools for spatiotemporal measurements associated with the dynamics of contamination and decontamination
  • Time-resolved depth profiling of molecular species in polymer-based thin films, from model systems to fully engineered applied materials, will be crucial in this work
  • Close ties and interactions will be maintained between experimental and computational components of the overall project
Education Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science
Baylor University
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science
Skills Skills
  • Knowledge of forensic laboratory quality assurance and accreditation procedures
  • Ability to serve as an expert in court and communicates the quality assurance program with management and team members
  • Ability to conduct research of highly classified topics
  • Knowledge to troubleshoot environmental problems requiring investigation of unsanitary or questionable conditions in assigned projects
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy
  • Expert knowledge of technology management techniques/expertise
  • Coordinated, conducted, and instructed snow science and avalanche education and awareness to professionals, partners, and/or general public; and
  • Knowledge of technologies used to document analysis and forensic examinations
  • Knowledge of investigative operations, techniques and procedures
  • Ability to establish effective working relationships with others
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Research Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Support the development and implementation of experimental techniques for the characterization of subsurface chemical concentration fields in materials
  • A key area of contribution is the use of molecular spectroscopic tools for spatiotemporal measurements associated with the dynamics of contamination and decontamination
  • Time-resolved depth profiling of molecular species in polymer-based thin films, from model systems to fully engineered applied materials, will be crucial in this work
  • Close ties and interactions will be maintained between experimental and computational components of the overall project
  • Ph.D. (material science/engineering, chemistry, physics) with 0-2 years’ experience
  • Expertise with measurements of mass transport and chemical reactivity at surfaces, interfaces, and bulk regimes of materials, specifically polymers. Particularly seeking experience with Fourier transform-IR (FTIR) based techniques (e.g., ATR, PAS)
  • Strong fundamental understanding and knowledge of multiphase transport phenomena (e.g., adsorption, absorption, diffusion, and desorption)
  • Instrumentation development experience for the design, construction, and implementation of custom analytical experimental tools including optics platforms
  • Experience with experimental techniques for the preparation and characterization of polymeric materials, coatings, and thin films (e.g., SEM, EDS, TPD, mass spectrometry) including wet chemistry and vacuum based tools
  • Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary research team
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance (US Citizen required)
  • Familiarity with scanning probe techniques such as AFM
  • Experience with UV–Visible spectroscopy, and quartz crystal microbalance gravimetry
  • Familiarity with other vibrational (both optical and electron-based) spectroscopies and imaging (e.g., confocal Raman or IR microscopy) is also desirable
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Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Occasional Travel
  • Occasional overnight travel for education/training, meetings, or forecasting may be required
  • Assisted in the collection and analyzing of scientific snow properties and observations in order to publish or assist in publishing media forecasts for avalanches (e.g. video, social media, and web applications); and
  • Worked with partnering agencies, organizations, and non-profits in support of snow safety and program messaging, education, outreach, volunteering, and funding; and
  • Coordinated, conducted, and instructed snow science and avalanche education and awareness to professionals, partners, and/or general public; and
  • Operated snowmobiles and used backcountry skis to conduct daily safety and risk assessments of mountainous backcountry and avalanche terrain in harsh winter environments
  • Observed, collected, and analyzed scientific snow properties, and directed others, in order to forecast avalanche conditions and mountain weather using own judgment without supervision; and
  • Pursued, developed, and fostered long term partnerships with private businesses, non-profit groups, and public agencies to acquire funding and support for an avalanche program; and
  • Prepared operational budgets, participated in grants and agreement management, served as a local point of contact for all media communications regarding avalanches; and
  • Used expert knowledge and experience with advanced backcountry mountaineering skills, including operating snowmobiles and using backcountry skis to conduct risk/safety assessments of avalanche and mountainous backcountry terrain in harsh winter environments and to evaluate skill level and risk management of subordinates
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Interdis Physical Scientist / Chemist, GS Resume Examples & Samples

  • Up to 10%
  • Experience in applying scientific method, concepts, principles and practices to assist in the performance of research, calculations, studies, analysis, or testing
  • Experience in oral and written communication in order to communicate results of scientific research, calculations, studies, analysis, or test results
  • Experience in applying scientific method, concepts, principles, and practices in order to perform research, calculations, studies, analysis, or testing
  • Experience in oral and written communication presenting results of scientific research, calculations, studies, analysis, test results or recommendations through briefing papers, technical papers, reports, or presentations
  • Experience developing technical positions supporting the development of regulatory or industry standards or policies based on Scientific knowledge and expertise
  • Experience providing technical recommendations or guidance through briefing papers, technical papers, reports or presentations
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Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • 25% or less
  • *Experience in substrates developing new substrates. Applying knowledge of paper manufacturing and/or polymer films/textiles, including a practical knowledge of paper/textile/polymer chemistry. Identifying new additives and coatings and incorporate them into samples. Determining the physical properties of paper/textiles and their environmental dependence. Performing fiber analysis and use common laboratory equipment including microscopes, Ultra violet-visible-near infrared (UV-Vis-NIR) spectroscopy and, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR)
  • *Experience in inks/coatings developing new formulations, modify production ink/coating formulations. Leading the effort for updating test protocols and/or developing new test methods and procedures used for quality control and document accordingly. Performing a full range of testing and analyses including Ultra violet-visible-near infrared (UV-Vis-NIR) spectroscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), color spectrophotometer, rheological profiles, color matching, solids, ink/coating curing, drying time, fineness of grind and related analyses. Rheological experience is a must
  • *Experience in applications developing new analytical methods and transition those into a production environment to enable in-line or off-line testing. Perform chemical testing including UV-Vis-NIR spectroscopy, FTIR, and thermal analysis. Analyze materials, their interactions, environmental dependence and the impact of these properties on production
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Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • This position requires frequent travel up to 50% of the time
  • Experience applying physical science skills to conduct studies involving field and laboratory measurements of air quality and emission dispersions or noise and how these studies relate to fuel burn and noise issues
  • Experience independently performing assignments in the area of transportation-related noise, fuel burn and/or emissions for various modes of transportation in support of legislative mandates
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Physical Scientist De Resume Examples & Samples

  • 5-10% domestic
  • Installing, operating, and troubleshooting spacecraft telemetry and command equipment and/or data communications equipment at a satellite earth station or similar facility
  • Performing general systems engineering tasks, including development of requirements documents, technical specifications, integration plans, and acceptance test procedures for complex electronic systems
  • Incorporating IT security requirements into system designs for data communications and/or processing systems
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Supervisory Research Physical Scientist Map Resume Examples & Samples

  • Providing supervision and oversight to a team of research scientists
  • Observing system data assimilation and forecast modeling decisions in order to improve forecasts
  • Optimizing and researching portfolios within resource and time constraints
  • Developing algorithms for deriving atmospheric, oceanic and or land measurements from satellite observations
  • Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) documentation if applicable (see other information)
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Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Requires frequent travel to contractor facilities, crime scenes, and/or court proceedings
  • Obtain and maintain a top secret clearance. Completion of a single scope background investigation is required before appointment. For more information visit OPM Mythbuster Page
  • Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position
  • Submit to a polygraph examination prior to your appointment
  • Undergo frequent travel
  • Physical Demands: work is primarily sedentary; however, walking, bending, and lifting is involved in laboratory and field work. Work is performed under conditions that can be demanding. Exposure to chemicals, glass, and gases require compliance with proper laboratory techniques and guidelines. Work requires frequent travel to contractor facilities, crime scenes, and/or court proceedings
  • Work Environment: work requires regular and recurring exposure to irritant chemicals, inks and gases requiring the use of protective clothing, and other protective environmental devices
  • Knowledge of forensic laboratory quality assurance and accreditation procedures
  • Knowledge of technologies used to document analysis and forensic examinations
  • Knowledge of investigative operations, techniques and procedures
  • Ability to serve as an expert in court and communicates the quality assurance program with management and team members
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General Engineer Physical Scientist Safety Basis Analyst Resume Examples & Samples

  • Approximately 5% travel required
  • Knowledge and skill in application of the advanced principles, practices, theories and concepts of multiple professional engineering disciplines and/or of multiple physical science disciplines, to include chemistry and physics
  • Knowledge and ability to verify hazards and accident analysis through a variety of means including performing independent calculations, running various models such as for validating toxic or radioactive material release and dose to collocated workers and the public
  • Skill in oral presentation and written communication sufficient to present issues and recommend solutions to all levels of management
  • Knowledge of applicable agency standards and directives, relevant industry codes and standards, applicable Federal, state and local laws and regulations, agency rules and orders, and/or nuclear industry regulatory process, sufficient to evaluate, interpret, and disseminate their application to agency operations and facilities; knowledge of standards that apply to hazards and accident analysis
  • Knowledge of safety management concepts, principles, theories, and practices, with a broad background and experience in handling varied, unique and unusual technical and safety problems, that enables the employee to perform complex risk management/hazards analysis, minimizing exposure to the workers, facilities, environment, and public; Knowledge of systems engineering, fire protection, natural phenomena hazards, and criticality safety as required by the TQP
  • 0801- Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor’s degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics
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  • Your resume should list all work experience (paid and unpaid); you must list the full name and address of the each employer
  • For paid work experience, please indicate your starting grade/salary for each position and the highest grade/salary you earned (if different)
  • Your resume should also include any education and training you have completed (list the program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date)
  • Most recent performance appraisal
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General Engineer Physical Scientist Senior Program Manager Resume Examples & Samples

  • Approximately 5% travel required away from duty station
  • Experience demonstrating ability to plan and execute various types of programs related to nuclear weapons or other complex/high hazard operations
  • Providing oversight of contractor programs and evaluating overall programs, related to nuclear or non-nuclear weapon quality, software quality and or institutional quality
  • Experience serving on a team or supporting technical evaluations of contractor operational and implementation plans including in an industrial, nuclear or non-nuclear facility
  • Served on a team that evaluated operating systems, processes, formality of operations, material flows, waste streams, instruments/alarms, control room practices, maintenance and construction, quality assurance, safety, health, and environmental activities, design, construction, maintenance or operational activities
  • Experience making recommendations regarding planning, organizing, and coordinating programs
  • Managing or performing oversight of hazardous facility operations and associated safety management programs
  • Analyzing organizational performance to identify trends, strengths and weaknesses
  • Knowledge of advanced theories, principles, and practices in multiple fields of engineering (nuclear, civil, electronic, chemical, electrical, aerospace, and mechanical); and/or related physical sciences such as chemistry, materials science, and physics. Level of expertise and competence must be sufficient to serve as a technical expert and management advisor on matters involving the management and development of new and existing, large, novel, or complex research development and testing (RD&T)
  • Ability to communicate in writing sufficient to accurately and clearly interpret and/or develop policies, program plans, prepare reports, and assessments
  • Ability to effectively communicate in writing to convey sound technical, business, data on written concise reports
  • Ability to communicate orally to negotiate, defend and resolve a variety of complex or technical program issues. Judgment at this level requires knowledge of the management and technical issues and situations, analysis of options, discretion, and tact in the implementation of recommended actions
  • Knowledge of safety, health, environment, quality assurance, safeguards and security program objectives, facility operations and nuclear safety, programs, projects, infrastructure, as well as current knowledge of other codes, regulations, and standards, as needed to ensure that operations are conducted in a secure manner
  • 1301 Degree - physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics
  • You must have a complete resume associated with your USAJOBS account. Please note that some DOE offices do not accept uploaded resumes and instead require that you submit a USAJOBS-formatted resume using the Resume Builder
  • You must respond to all applicant assessment questions, carefully following all instructions provided
  • After reviewing your submission in the final step, you must click "Submit Application" at the bottom of the page. If you leave the application before clicking Submit, your application will not be received
  • For all types of work experience, you should indicate the start and end dates (include month, day, and year); you must also list the average number of hours per week that you worked
  • List all incentive awards on your resume that are related to the duties of this position
  • Most recent performance appraisal for work related to the duties of this position
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General Engineer Physical Scientist Senior Program Manager Resume Examples & Samples

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  • 0801 Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor’s degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics
  • For paid work experience, please indicate your starting salary for each position and the highest salary you earned (if different)
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Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Up to 25%
  • Conducting a well-defined study or phase of a larger study that required planning and carrying out routine physical science work
  • Selecting and making minor adaptions to procedures and accepted practices and handling unexpected conditions arising in the normal course of work; and
  • Planning and executing complex physical science studies which typically involve intensive investigations into recognized phenomena
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Physical Scientist, ZP Resume Examples & Samples

  • This position is not in the bargaining unit
  • Performing and analyzing radio frequency (RF) systems and antennas from VHF to microwave frequencies, including use of related test equipment and the application of analytical techniques or modeling methods to determine performance
  • Negotiating contractual requirements, and evaluating products or services with contractors, subcontractors, and/or vendors
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Physical Scientist, GS Resume Examples & Samples

  • A one year probationary/trial period may be required
  • Travel to local meetings
  • Forecasting space weather or terrestrial weather
  • Representing an organization to all levels of external stakeholders including industry leaders and/or senior government officials
  • Developing policies, procedures, and/or processes for service delivery that improve services
  • Leading a service delivery program
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Physical Scientist, GS Resume Examples & Samples

  • The full performance level of this position is GS-13
  • This position isin the bargaining unit
  • Working in and/or leading teams to successfully accomplish a goal in a scientific organization
  • Applying and/or teaching decision support concepts in a scientific organization
  • Successfully providing decision support services to customers of a scientific organization
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Physical Scientist ZP Resume Examples & Samples

  • This position is not in the bargaining unit
  • Approximately 10-15 percent of travel may be required
  • Presenting scientific research in a variety of settings
  • Guiding the scientific research of a team, leading large campaigns and sampling networks for greenhouse gases
  • Securing funding for large extramural research projects
  • Using atmospheric trace gas and atmospheric transport models to infer emissions of CO2 and other greenhouse gases in global and regional settings
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Research Physical Scientist, ZP Resume Examples & Samples

  • Occasional travel opportunities as part of the active scientific community is expected
  • Conducting Earth Systems Modeling and research activities to analyze the Earth’s past, present, and future ecosystems, biogeochemistry, climate, and their interactions among human activities
  • Guiding Earth Systems Modeling development of land and land-atmosphere boundary layer physical and biogeochemical model representation towards improved earth system applications to ecosystems, climate, air quality, and water quality; and
  • Implementing Perfect Plasticity Approximation formulation of land ecosystems
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Supervisory Physical Scientist, ZP Resume Examples & Samples

  • A one year supervisory probationary period may be required
  • This positionis not in the bargaining unit
  • Designing, implementing, and monitoring satellite environmental information technological systems for both data and product generation, evaluation and dissemination
  • Managing programs and projects involving data access activities in support of the President's Open Data initiatives; and
  • Developing strategies to increase public access to government environmental information
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Supervisory Physical Scientist GS Resume Examples & Samples

  • A one year supervisory probationary period may be required
  • Payment of relocation expenses is authorized
  • Managing, developing, and maintaining advanced numerical environmental modeling and/or data assimilation techniques
  • Developing and operating Numerical Weather Prediction models on high performance computing systems (HPC)
  • Managing projects and teams conducting research and development activities related to environmental modeling
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Supervisory Physical Scientist Latent Prints Resume Examples & Samples

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  • Frequent temporary travel may be up to 35%
  • A four year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree that included a major field of study in physical science, engineering or mathematics
  • A four year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education
  • Knowledge of forensic latent print discipline
  • Knowledge of latent print principles, theories, methods, and practices
  • Ability as a forensic latent print examiner working in an accredited laboratory
  • Skill in Personnel Management
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Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Works on assigned projects, tests, investigations, explorations, committees, and teams that establish plans and determine procedures, restraints, controls, and safety limitations necessary for successful execution of high explosive and related weapons effects test operations for counter WMD (CWMD) applications
  • Researches and interprets structural, stratigraphic, mineralogical, and volcanic geology in relation to test sites
  • Reviews and interprets information from review of exploratory drilling, ongoing mining efforts, scientific studies, and computer programs carried out within the test community
  • Researches and interprets data/studies on soil dynamics, composition, and compression and provides expert advice regarding the impact of this data in regards to test construction efforts
  • Secures operations permits required to conduct test/studies/events at the site
  • Directs test operations in the field, coordinates experimental activities with engineering, construction, photographic, logistics and support elements
  • Establishes and monitors viable safety and security programs
  • Develops physical science aspect of test programs and provides support for site selection, fielding, and analysis of test results for high explosive and conventional weapons test operations
  • 30% or more travel including OCONUS and weekend travel
  • Applying knowledge of physical sciences to analyze weapons effects on military and civilian targets
  • Participating in test and evaluation events for weapons including weapons of mass destruction (WMD)
  • Evaluating testing sites for environmental and safety factors
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Supervisory Physical Scientist, GS Resume Examples & Samples

  • Up to 25% of domestic and foreign travel may be required
  • Directing employees engaged in scientific, meteorological, and hydrological work including: planning, assigning and reviewing work assignments and products, conducting performance reviews, and providing advice and guidance to subordinates; and
  • Managing a major scientific office or program including determining the program’s priorities and allocation of fiscal and manpower resources
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Physical Scientist / Chemist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Experience with immunochemistry analyzers, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS), and liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MSMS) for analysis of forensic specimens in support of drugs of abuse testing
  • Background in chemistry or medical technology
  • Knowledge of forensic drug urinalysis, analytical methodologies such as immunoassay, chromatography, and mass spectrometry, and quality control and quality assurance techniques
  • Understanding of writing technical documents, manuals, and standard operating procedures
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Physical Scientist, GS Resume Examples & Samples

  • Up to 20% of domestic travel may be required
  • Planning and coordinating the transfer of new and emerging scientific technologies and techniques from the research community to the operational weather, water, ice, and ecological forecast environment;and
  • Developing new scientific techniques, configuring software applications, developing software scripts, and developing evaluation plans to facilitate the evaluation process in the migration of successful new technologies into weather forecasting operations
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Interdisciplinary General Engineer Physical Scientist Facility Representative Resume Examples & Samples

  • Travel may be required 1 to 5 nights per month
  • Observing, evaluating, and reporting on the operations at a nuclear facility in such areas as: quality assurance, management controls, emergency response, or worker health and safety and
  • Evaluating the effectiveness and implementation of nuclear safety corrective actions
  • Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately
  • Written Communication - Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience
  • Decision Making - Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in certain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change
  • Data Gathering and Analysis: Analyzes and synthesizes information from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective, unbiased manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment
  • General Engineering - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of engineering and their practical applications
  • Organizational Performance Analysis - Knowledge of the methods, techniques, and tools used to analyze program, organizational, and mission performance; includes methods that deliver key performance information (for example, comparative, trend, diagnostic, root cause, predictive) used to inform decisions, actions, communications, and accountability systems
  • Professional registration -- Current registration as a professional engineer by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico. Those applicants who achieved such registration by means other than written test are eligible only for positions that are within or closely related to the specialty field of their registration - Written Test-- Evidence of having successfully passed the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) examination, or the written test required for professional registration, which is administered by the Boards of Engineering Examiners in the various States, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico
  • Related curriculum -- Successful completion of a curriculum leading to a bachelor's degree in engineering technology or in an appropriate professional field, e.g., physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, or geology, may be accepted in lieu of a degree in engineering, provided the applicant has had at least 1 year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance
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General Engineer Physical Scientist Facility Representative Resume Examples & Samples

  • Work occasionally requires travel away from the normal duty station
  • Extensive knowledge of and skill in applying theories, concepts, and principles in a variety of engineering and physical science disciplines
  • Extensive knowledge of assessment principles and techniques necessary to identify deficiencies and potential systemic causes of safety issues
  • Extensive knowledge of safety criteria sufficient to analyze materials, structures, safety codes, legal requirements and facility operations to support safety performance and facility maintenance
  • Expert knowledge of and skill in applying theories, concepts, and principles in a variety of engineering and physical science disciplines
  • Ability to communicate with others at all organizational levels in order to negotiate changes and modifications in policies and practices, participate in problem resolution, and convey requirements and recommendations in a technically competent manner under stressful conditions
  • Extensive knowledge of safety criteria sufficient to review requests for proposals and contracts to ensure safety principles, and techniques are considered in the development and procurement of contracted work
  • Extensive experience and knowledge in nuclear power, radioactive waste management, nuclear weapons, nuclear research, industrial safety, chemical safety, accelerator facility programs, or complex hazardous operations
  • Required to maintain technical qualifications in accordance with Federal Technical Capabilities Program (FTCP) and complete assigned continuous training within established deadlines
  • May be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays
  • May be required to work Shift Work
  • May be required to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance/suitability determination
  • May be required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and as necessary to meet regulatory guidance
  • May be required to wear a dosimeter and receive annual physical exams
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Supervisory Physical Scientist Power Operations Resume Examples & Samples

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  • Accountability - Assures that effective controls are developed and maintained to ensure the integrity of the organization. Holds self and others accountable. Ensures projects are completed in a timely manner and within budget
  • Influencing and Negotiating - Persuades others to accept recommendations, cooperate, or change their behavior; works with others towards an agreement; negotiates to find mutually acceptable solutions
  • Interpersonal Skills - Shows friendliness, courtesy, tact, and empathy to others; develops and maintains effective relationships; effectively deals with difficult, hostile, or distressed people; relates well to people and is sensitive to individual differences
  • Physical Sciences - Knowledge of concepts, principles, theories, and methods to investigate and apply the relations between space, time, matter, and energy in gravity, atomic principles, mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism, and other natural phenomena
  • Stakeholder Management - Knowledge of concepts and techniques used to identify, influence, and monitor relationships with individuals and groups; including those involved, those who influence the process and its results, and those who have a vested interest in the outcome
  • Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues
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Interdisciplinary Lead General Engineer Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • May be required
  • Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of program and project management including the technical, administrative, and business aspects in order to direct and provide guidance to operating contractors
  • Knowledge of nuclear safety laws and regulations and of the Safety Analysis Reports and Technical Safety Requirements for assigned facilities
  • Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, codes, and standards pertaining to the assigned facilities and operations
  • Knowledge in all areas of assigned facility operations and technical design, and is capable of identifying issues and deficiencies
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Supervisory General Engineer Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Travel is required 25% of the time
  • Mastery of, and skill in applying, expertise in advanced engineering theories, principles, concepts, standards, and methods sufficient to apply experimental theories and/or new applications or developments to provide expert advice to senior colleagues and/or agency officials responsible for broad program operations
  • Extensive experience in managing and overseeing the performance of employees, including communicating high-level requirements to staff, delegating assignments to staff clearly and fairly, and mentoring employees in their career development
  • Knowledge of federal real property and real estate requirements for acquiring, managing, and disposing of holdings
  • Ability to supervise a staff with knowledge of infrastructure planning and systems analysis principles and processes, including identifying the most effective long-term, risk-informed infrastructure investment strategies and associated automated systems
  • Expert knowledge of infrastructure programs sufficient to resolve planning, program and policy conflicts related to infrastructure
  • Strong ability to communicate verbally and in writing to provide key expert support to senior federal leadership regarding the interpretation and application of agency-level orders, regulations, and procedures, including the ability to prepare logically organized, clear, and concise verbal/written reports to convey information in a highly professional manner; experience in communicating and coordinating with diverse stakeholders and working on cross-functional teams to solve complex problems
  • 801 - Degree: professional engineering. The curriculum must: (1) be in a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology as a professional engineering curriculum; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. OR Combination of education and experience: college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. There are alternate methods to meeting the engineering educational requirement (e.g., holding current professional engineering registration, having passed the EIT examination, or having completed specified academic courses or a related degree). For more information on the alternate methods, please refer to the OPM Qualification Standards at Professional Engineering Positions
  • 1301 - A. Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. For more information on the alternate methods of qualifying for Physical Scientist, please refer to the OPM Qualification Standards at Physical Science Positions
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Physical Scientist ZP Resume Examples & Samples

  • 5% Domestic
  • Supporting the development of estuarine and coastal ocean hydrodynamic models and analyzing oceanographic data and time series
  • Fluency in UNIX/LINUX operating systems, shell scripting, FORTRAN, and MATLAB, NCL, or IDL
  • Supporting the managment of projects and the development of alternative solutions using project management principles and procedures
  • Presenting on hydrodynamic modeling issues
  • Communicating with stakeholders on project status, issues, trends, and solutions
  • Developing estuarine and coastal ocean hydrodynamic models and analyzing oceanographic data and time series
  • Fluency in UNIX/LINUX operating systems; shell scripting; FORTRAN; and MATLAB, NCL, or IDL
  • Leading team-based projects, managing projects, and developing alternative solutions
  • Following project management principles and procedures
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Supervisory Physical Scientist, GS Resume Examples & Samples

  • Responding to abrupt and unexpected changes in resources and programs which adversely impact Forecast program responsibilities
  • Responding to sudden shifts in priorities, unexpected limitations or gains in resources, and changes in work assignments
  • Supervising employees and making decisions on coordination and integration of complex programs to include strategic planning
  • Making significant decisions and taking actions which have a direct and substantial effect on forecast service programs that are used to diagnose severe weather and the policies that support forecast and warning dissemination
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General Engineer Physical Scientist Waste Management Resume Examples & Samples

  • Experience in managing and overseeing radioactive waste programs or projects, particularly the disposal of defense-related transuranic waste at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant
  • Experience in interpreting and implementing radioactive and hazardous waste management requirements (i.e., low level waste, transuranic waste, high level waste, and mixed waste)
  • Mastery of the advanced theories, principles, methods and concepts of physical science disciplines (i.e., health physics, chemistry, physics, and environmental science) or general engineering (i.e., chemical, environmental, nuclear, or civil engineering) that enables the incumbent to utilize a wide range of technical concepts and principles to serve as an expert in waste management, including TRU waste management
  • Comprehensive in-depth and/or working-level knowledge of the: Federal policies, laws, regulations and criteria for transportation, certification, and disposition of TRU waste at the WIPP; National Environmental Policy Act; Atomic Energy Act; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; Department of Transportation and Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for hazardous/radioactive waste transport; nuclear safety management as in Title 10, Part 830; Federal Facility Compliance Act; and DOE orders especially DOE Order 435.1, Radioactive Waste Management
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams in resolving complex technical problems under time constraints
  • Skill in the oversight of radioactive waste management activities, including TRU waste, and in the evaluation of radioactive waste management performance
  • Working knowledge of the DOE/NNSA Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Evaluation processes. Level of knowledge must be sufficient to define program objectives and plans, as well as budgetary requirements, and to manage program activities within available budgetary resources
  • Ability to answer inquiries from NNSA management, other Federal and State agencies, elected officials, special interest groups, and the general public
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to clearly develop strategic and tactical waste management plans and to define and effectively brief and convey technical issues to NNSA internal and external stakeholders
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Supervisory General Engineer Supervisory Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Experience leading or administering environmental, safety, and health programs
  • Experience implementing organizational Strategic Plans
  • Experience managing various environment, safety, security and health programs
  • Knowledge of concepts, principles, theories and practices in one or more of the environmental, safety, and health or engineering disciplines related to laboratory operations and facility management
  • Skill in coordinating, managing, leading, or supervising the efforts of a variety of professional staff associated with overall facility and laboratory environmental, safety, and health management activities
  • Ability to conduct environmental, safety, and health studies; evaluations; and special projects; and prepares reports based upon conclusions and supporting data
  • Ability to assign, direct, review, and evaluate the work and performance of subordinates
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Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Coordinates project implementation and management. Responsible for managing day-to-day operational aspects of the project including
  • Tracking project progress using tools and techniques such as MS Project and Earned Value Management
  • Managing project budgets
  • Organizing reviews for project milestones
  • Tracking Science Requirements and Technical Specifications
  • Coordination of observation campaigns
  • Assists with personnel management within the project
  • Tracking and coordination of meetings and telecons within the project
  • Coordination of procurement and property management
  • Identifying problems and risks and working with the PI to resolve them
  • Interacts with international partners on project coordination. Maintains program visibility across international platforms by attending related conferences and meetings. Participates in global EHT Collaboration activities including development of EHT collaboration policies, project-wide resource allocation and development, and presents at project reviews
  • Interacts with funding agencies and coordinates program administration. Prepares and presents progress reports for funding agencies and internal project needs. Responsible for all administrative aspects of grant management, ensuring that project milestones and budgets are met and status communicated; and satisfying contractual reporting requirements. Recommends budget adjustments including restructuring budget allocations or work plans to deal with changing situations such as varying costs for equipment, supplies, or services, changes in overhead, benefit, or salary rates and changes in the availability of funds. Verifies SAO accounting reports and, in the event of any discrepancies, promptly notifies the Financial Management department. Ensures that required reporting submissions are complete, accurate and timely
  • Assists in the development of future EHT-related initiatives. Works with PI and EHT scientists on potential projects. Generates project management content for proposals including budgets, schedules, and descriptions of the planned approach. Assists with writing and editing, and oversees proposal submission. Develops and presents technical and programmatic briefings and status reviews in support of new proposals
  • Participates on proposal and project review panels for efforts outside of the R&G Division. Works with PIs to generate proposal development plans as well as proposal programmatic content such as the budget, schedule, and management approach. Supports other projects ensuring their financial and contractual reporting obligations are met. The PM acts as a general resource providing PIs with guidance on program management and formal management processes. The PM will support program initiatives led by the Director’s Office that aim to improve the overall functioning of SAO
  • Provides leadership to project and coordination with International partners. Sets and communicates goals and objectives across the collaboration. Interacts with senior management at high profile international astronomical research facilities, universities, and institutes to coordinate global activities of the EHT, including the development and negotiation of Memoranda of Understanding (MoU), Letters of Intent (LoI), and similar contractual agreements
  • Organizes the development of future EHT-related initiatives. Identifies new opportunities and strategizes with PI and EHT scientists on potential projects. Coordinates the contribution of other team members in proposal preparation. Manages proposal development schedules and processes
  • Travel may be required for training, meetings, conferences, etc
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Supervisory Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Advises and assists in development of web based tools designed to increase utilization of spatial data/GIS tools for other federal, state, and local agencies
  • Develops policies, plans and procedures based upon research of state-of-the-art business practices in the public and private sectors
  • Develops training courses on GIS and CADD technologies
  • Develops and facilitates training programs for managers, supervisors and new employees
  • Performs supervisory duties to include: setting performance standards; evaluating work performance; determining and initiating appropriate personnel actions; approving leave; developing training plans; achieving objectives for staff diversity; planning for staffing changes, hiring actions and other organizational changes
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General Engineer Physical Scientist Senior Authorization Bases Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Note: There is one vacancy for this announcement where the duty station could either be Albuquerque, NM or Amarillo, TX.**
  • May require up to 20% of travel away from duty station
  • Participating in or overseeing nuclear weapon sustainment activities, nuclear weapon policy development, and nuclear explosive safety studies
  • Serving as a technical and programmatic expert for nuclear explosive operations and/or training programs related to nuclear explosive operations
  • Knowledge of the nuclear weapon programs and the responsibilities of design and production agencies
  • Skill in the application of program and project management principles and techniques
  • 1301 - A. Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. OR a combination of education and experience. For more information please refer to the OPM Qualification Standards at Physical Science Qualifications
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General Engineer Physical Scientist Facility Representative Resume Examples & Samples

  • 473367000
  • Overnight travel required 5-6 days per month
  • Identifying, evaluating, and communicating environmental, safety, and health performance, and/or operational issues at a nuclear site
  • Identifying issues and deficiencies, demonstrating the ability to analyze safety reports, being relied upon as a source of observations and assessments of contractor environment, safety and health related performance
  • Experience identifying, evaluating, and communicating environmental, safety, and health performance, and/or operational issues at a nuclear site
  • Communicating and/or recommending both short-term compensatory measures and ultimate solutions to site management
  • Formulating, justifying, overseeing, and evaluating contractor performance
  • Knowledge of policies and orders, and national codes, regulations and standards in industrial safety, environmental protection, worker health and safety, nuclear explosive safety, and quality assurance
  • Demonstrable knowledge of structures, facilities, utilities, equipment, chemical processes, logistical requirements, and the ability to analyze complex nuclear and non-nuclear projects and equipment designs
  • Knowledge of appraisal techniques to review and evaluate contractor plans, policies and proposed procedures
  • Demonstrable critical thinking skill sufficient to analyze trending data using hazard mitigation techniques and hazard and root cause analyses
  • Knowledge of the Safety Analysis Report and associated systems for assigned facilities and the ability to evaluate investigative facts and procedures and ensure corrective actions are implemented
  • Demonstrable skill in communicating verbally and in writing
  • Must maintain technical qualifications in accordance with Federal Technical Capabilities Program (FTCP) and complete assigned continuous training within established deadlines
  • May require shift work
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Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Ability to plan, organize, and direct extensive, very complex, technical efforts related to nuclear, conventional and C-CBRN pre-milestone B activities
  • Expert knowledge of nuclear, conventional, and advanced weapon system design and operations
  • Expert knowledge of technology management techniques/expertise
  • Knowledge of current and developing technologies and intelligence required for warhead, weapon system, and associated support equipment
  • Ability to conduct research of highly classified topics
  • Ability to integrate advanced technologies and concepts into USAF capabilities with the goal of meeting a warfighter requirement/capability need
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Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Incumbent may be required to travel in accordance with JTR
  • Knowledge of professional environmental principles, practices, techniques, and procedures to effectively perform project development, execution, training, and advisory services in assigned projects
  • Knowledge to troubleshoot environmental problems requiring investigation of unsanitary or questionable conditions in assigned projects
  • Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, integration principles and practices, and other guidance to make decisions and recommendations concerning restoration, compliance, conservation, pollution prevention projects
  • Ability to establish effective working relationships with others
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy
  • May be required to serve as a member of the Emergency Response Force during exercises or in the event of an actual emergency
  • May be required to obtain job-related certifications such as HAZWOPER, DOT, HAZWASTE, and/or RPM
  • Use of special safety precautions such as protective clothing and gear are necessary
  • Incumbent is required to obtain and maintain appropriate background investigation or security clearance
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Supervisory Physical Scientist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Mastery of professional principles, practices, techniques, and procedures related to environmental engineering and related disciplinary engineering or scientific fields
  • Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures
  • Knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting cycles, financial systems and restrictions on expenditure of funds, and standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures
  • Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization through subordinate supervisors
  • Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources
  • Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
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General Engineer Physical Scientist Senior Authorization Basis Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Leading the development of authorization bases policy requirements for nuclear explosive operations and programmatic planning to conduct nuclear explosive operations
  • Establishing integrated schedules and prioritizing work scope of M&O contractor resources charged with maintaining the authorization basis for nuclear explosive operations
  • Skill in the application of principles, concepts, theories, and practices of multiple professional engineering disciplines, and/or of multiple physical science disciplines
  • Ability to analyze and resolve complex technical and management issues and present sound recommendations