Summary
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: Plans and directs the conduct of comprehensive studies and assessment of current and projected manned and unmanned fixed wing weapon systems that include, but are not limited to mobility, firepower and intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance
Duties
Serves as Senior Analyst conducting independent cost and capability analysis for existing and conceptual manned and unmanned fixed-wing platforms to support USSOCOM and acquisition, strategy, programming and resourcing decisions. Serves as Senior Analyst responsible for existing and conceptual manned and unmanned fixed wing platforms to support future development efforts. Conducts studies to include a variety of Special Operations aviation assets or aviation component capabilities, material systems, exercise support, to include modeling and simulation. Evaluates Manned and Unmanned Aviation programs, requirements and proposals of other DoD activities and Industry for consideration and applicability to USSOCOM mission set. Interfaces daily with representatives from other DoD Commands, DoD agencies, The Joint Staff, Service Laboratories, and USSOCOM components.
Education
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
How you will be evaluated
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. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. 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.