Total 10 Engineering job vacancies in Dobbins AFB, Georgia

The United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) 2nd Range Operations Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA is searching for a Range Engineer (NH-0855-03, GS 12/13 equivalent).

Description:
As Range Engineer you would serve as the lead government technical expert for all Western Range instrumentation assets supporting launch and test operations and are at the forefront of emerging technologies and expanding test and launch needs of the DoD/commercial industries. This is a unique position that combines detailed mission planning and technical understanding with real-time console support. You serve as a subject matter expert for a wide range of instrumentation including telemetry, radar, command transmitter and communication systems and how this system of systems interfaces with launch and test users at the Western Range. This knowledge is used to aid in making time critical decisions on console to direct actions to resolve issues and make recommendations to leadership during launch and test support, ultimately ensuring public safety and user requirements are met. You are also involved in the acquisition process for new instrumentation, providing operational technical inputs to these projects and oversee contractors and their support.

The ideal candidate should possess Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical or Systems. Familiarity with Western Range instrumentation systems such as telemetry, radar, command transmitter, and communication systems, or experience with similar systems. Operational console experience during launch/test operations. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to make technical recommendations while under time critical situations. Root cause investigative experience desired. Highly self-motivated with ability to adapt and learn. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, building consensus and coalitions, negotiating, and resolving conflicts with a variety of individuals and organizations as well as communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.

Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of multidisciplinary professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment to effectively apply advanced engineering theories, principles, and concepts to the installation, operation, and maintenance of range instrumentation, control, and display systems.
2. Knowledge of engineering sufficient to apply experimental theories and new applications to issues and provide technical advice and direction in support of systems, subsystems, and/or support equipment.
3. Knowledge of engineering documentation requirements for a wide variety of ballistic and space launch operations.
4. Knowledge of range instrumentation systems and operations.
5. Knowledge of test and evaluation.
6. Knowledge of automated data processing concepts, systems capabilities and usage.
7. Knowledge of planning and program management to execute major projects, provide expert advice to colleagues, and present innovative recommendations for advancing programs and/or methods.
8. Knowledge of funding, cost reimbursement, and standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures.
9. Ability to work effectively in stressful situations utilizing analytical and leadership skills.
10. Ability to develop new range concepts, programs, and procedures, and direct investigative studies in these areas.
11. Ability to research, evaluate, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures to a variety of situations and to recommend timely and economical solutions.
12. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to explain complex technical issues and policy to a non-technical audience comprised of senior management, representatives from other governmental agencies, contractor personnel, and senior representatives from commercial launch customers.

1. Accomplish initial planning functions to include facilities and equipment planning.
2. Review and evaluate suggestions involving equipment.
3. Ensure follow up is in place for facilities development.
4. Develop/revise standards for Equipment to track and maintain life cycle usefulness.
5. On new and proposed weapon system repair assignment, establish and identifies the common, Air Ground Equipment (AGE) and maintenance Ground Equipment (MGE) requirements.
6. Provide technical guidance and coordination on unusual technical problems (for equipment) encountered during the production cycle.
7. Value Engineering Techniques will be used to: Examine high volume/high value components for design changes, depot repair procedures, substitution of equipment, etc.; to investigate processes and repair procedures for improvement; to design adequate tooling for depot operations not covered by technical data and provides adequate fixtures and equipment for direct production support.
8. Support the Production Supervisors in production meetings and assist in identifying significant issues.
9. Comply with and assist in implementing Command standard business practices, policies & procedures.

• You will serve as a MECHANICAL ENGINEER in the CRANE ENGINEERING SECTION (CODE 211) of the WATERFRONT SUPPORT DEPARTMENT (CODE 200) TRIDENT REFIT FACILITY (TRIREFFAC) located in KINGS BAY, GA.
• You will be assigned as a Crane Mechanical Engineering liaison representative between TRIREFFAC Crane Engineering Branch and other departments, commands, etc.
• You will provide field investigation, including accident evaluations for accomplishment of design, maintenance, operation, inspection, testing, overhaul and alterations in accordance with NAVFAC P-307 and other guidance.
• You will design the mechanical altercations to existing WHE/MHE systems necessary to accommodate changing conditions and requirements, and review proposed mechanical alterations and engineering reports.
• You will ensure adequacy of design for changes to existing Weight and Material Handling Equipment (WHE/MHE) assigned to the Kings Bay complex.

• Provides extensive environmental expertise to manage assigned environmental projects or programs through application of professional knowledge and skill in Environmental Engineering practices, processes and techniques.
• Responsible for executing assigned projects or program element(s), in-house and by contract, to comply with all applicable Federal, state, and local environmental laws and policies.
• Provides advisory services on specific problems, projects, programs, and functions in assigned program area. Serves as the installation's most knowledgeable technical consultant on environmental compliance laws and regulations.
• Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work that enhances the safety of the work environment.

• Performs Broad Range of Multidisciplinary Professional Engineering Work to Enable Technically Adequate Test. Applies expert knowledge and mastery of advanced engineering theories, principles, concepts, standards, and methods to advance operational testing.
• Technical Expert for Assigned Operational Test Programs, Identifies Test Capability Shortfalls, Proposes Solutions to Enable Current and Future Test.
• Performs Research and Analyses to Support Advocacy of Future Test Capability Infrastructure Solutions. Serves as a consultant and technical expert to senior subject matter specialists and/or agency officials responsible for broad program operations.
• Participates in Planning Conferences, Test Events, Prepares Reports, and Conducts Technical Presentations.

Directs the work of subordinate employees at the organizational unit level. Provides leadership, direction and guidance in the management and execution of organized objectives. Work includes routine project/program tasks based on established policies, procedures and guidelines. Managerial routine duties affect employees in one organizational unit and include setting priorities, assigning tasks, monitoring and evaluating performance, coaching and developing employee capabilities, approving leave and taking or recommending corrective/disciplinary action as appropriate.

Uses assigned budget, staff and other resources to accomplish project/program objectives. Manages budget and requests additional resources as needed. Contributes to the budget planning process and projects short-term future needs. Applies comprehensive knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed and detailed understanding of the objectives of the organizational unit.

Performs professional engineering and/or project management work that could be local, limited to one Service Area or be national focused. Applies both engineering and management principles and practices while maintaining schedules of review and formulating policy and operation procedures.

Established guidelines, policies, and procedures typically govern work. Resolves routine problems independently, but consults with higher-level management when existing guidelines are not available or applicable to complex problems.

Individual and organization performance is typically reviewed periodically by higher level management, often through status reports and organizational performance measures to ensure timeliness, policy compliance and alignment with project/program objectives.

Work activities typically impact directly on the objectives of the organizational unit.

You will:

• Serve as a technical advisor to the Section Supervisor and Branch Supervisor.
• Evaluate and document a variety of environmental and human health data/data sources to be used in assessment of water quality.
• Serve as the Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDL) Coordinator with assigned states and provide technical guidance and assistance to the states, as needed.
• Provide expertise on the TMDL program.

You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements.

One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.

1. As a Subject MAtter Expert (SME), develops business case for automatic and programmable test depot equipment. facility systems, and utilities; and for upgrade, repair, and maintenance requirements of each.
2. Develops, manages, and conducts engineering and technical group related training program. Regularly assets training needs to meet mission requirements.
3. Maintains surveillance over construction contractors to ensure overall compliance with contract specifications, schedules. etc.
4. Takes the lead in performing project management planning, design, and troubleshooting work for establishing new industrial workload plans and for modifying existing workload layouts as needed.

• Originate mechanical designs to implement experimental installations. Evaluate design changes and modifications to on-board systems, and devise or approve test procedures to determine operational suitability of systems.
• Determine the structural integrity and adequacy of the aircraft within the design and/or maximum safe flight envelope. Determine specification compliance and mission suitability for assigned experiments aboard the aircraft.
• Make recommendations for resolutions to modifications to accommodate research requirements without affecting the air worthiness of the aircraft.
• Advise inspectors on which assemblies or systems have been fabricated or modified, and the results expected from these extensive modifications or fabrications.
• Participate with the crew chief in studying pending modifications or installations to determine necessity for repositioning or removing existing equipment, lines or tubes, or modification of mounts and braces to accommodate flight research systems.
• Recommend where to install experimental components, assemblies, or system for operational compatibility with other systems.
• Assemble and test components to assure research requirements are achieved. Make final acceptance/rejection recommendations after resolving problem areas and negotiating required modifications.
• Responsible for carrying out assigned duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the safety, health, and environmental policies set forth by the supervisor. Report hazardous situations and close calls.
• Foster a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation. Champion NASA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork.

1. Performs multidisciplinary professional engineering assessment work involving the application of electronics, mechanical, aerospace, and/or other engineering disciplines to determine the business and technical needs of customers in the Mission Assurance, Anti-Terrorism and Integrated defense and Risk to Mission Arena.
2. Functions as the organization's technical specialist in conducting Mission Assurance Assessments, objectives and integration, and the estimation of time and resources for system design, development, and support for projects that are evaluated for Risk Mitigation.
3. Performs complex and comprehensive analyses and uses systematic, disciplined, quantifiable approaches to determine performance objectives and integration issues.
4. Serves as a consultant and technical expert to senior subject matter specialists and/or agency officials
responsible for broad program operations.