Clarification from the agency

Only open to current Air Force civilian employees within the Air Combat Command (ACC).

• Manages the electromagnetic spectrum and coordination RF emission requirements for the NTTR.
• Serves as the lead engineer and project manager for the range wide RF spectrum monitoring and Jammer Master Control (JMC) systems.
• Uses complex and unique RF spectrum management, data base automation and engineering software.
• Obtains national level authorization for Electronic Warfare (EW) operations and spectrum certification of all NTTR spectrum-dependent systems.
• Represents NTTR and participates in discussions, meetings, committees and special projects. Presents briefings, provides training, prepares recommendations and reports on EMSO matters.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Previous successful completion of a DoD Spectrum Management/Operations course, preferably the AF Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations School (1DX31Q) or the Inter-service Radio Frequency Management equivalent education
• and at least 15 years’ experience in spectrum management/operations positions is highly desired. Previous military experience to a forward deployed location is highly desired.
• Previous graduate of the Joint Task Force Spectrum Management and Joint Automated CEOI System (JACS) courses is highly desired.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or Shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft/vehicle to conferences, meetings, or functions away from the duty office/location. Travel may include overnight stays.
• Overtime and/or emergency overtime may be required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required for the position.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employe must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
• Spectrum management and operations experience at a Major Range Test Facility Base (MRTFB), Major Command (MAJCOM), Numbered AF, or DoD AFC level is highly desired.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Telecommunications Series 0391. Click here for the occupational requirement for this position.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: applying a wide range of electromagnetic telecommunications and IT principles, communication concepts, methods, design, policies, standards, operational requirements, uncommon complex interfaces and policies/practices; as well as other regulatory materials, concerning planning, programming, implementation, procurement documentation, and management of spectrum dependent systems required to accomplish work processes needed to implement guidance for all aspects of electromagnetic spectrum systems.

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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 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. Broad knowledge of worldwide DoD communications systems as they relate to the utilization of the RF spectrum. Demonstrated knowledge of other telecommunications specialties to permit effective decision making and application of national spectrum management policies and programs.
2. Extensive knowledge of national and agency communications policy and doctrine to function as the NTTR technical expert and legal authority on DoD EMSO and federal RF EMSO support for telecommunications systems.
3. Broad knowledge of national, and agency EMSO policies and procedures.
4. Skill in electronics, the electromagnetic RF spectrum and compatibility/interference potentials of various RF dependent communications and weapons systems. Thorough understanding of transmitter RF emission characteristics such as power, modulation techniques, antenna radiation patterns, and receiver sensitivity. Expertise in RF interference detection and resolution methods using radio signal DF equipment and remote site monitoring systems.
5. Ability to implement national and DoD level guidance for every proposed and fielded telecommunications system using the RF spectrum. This background is essential in all decision-making processes involving current and long-range spectrum supportability risk assessment.
6. Ability to use current spectrum management computer automation tools to maintain database records in the FRRS, GMF, Spectrum Certification System (SCS) and end-to-end supportability system (E2ESS). Knowledge of spectrum certification and systems acquisition regulations, practices and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to gain cooperation from others through tact, courtesy, and diplomacy.

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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.


The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

1. Online Application: Questionnaire
2. Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
3. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
4. Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
5. Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).

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