Chief Scientist

Job 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 to provide combat ready forces to conduct nuclear deterrence and golbal strike operations in support of POTUS and combatant commanders. Term Appoitment but maybe extended without compettion.

Major duties

This position serves as the Chief Scientist of AFGSC, scientific advisor to the Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) Commander, and the primary authority for the technical content of the AFGSC portfolio. Evaluates and advises on shaping command programs to ensure highest quality and to identify opportunities for technology options to enhance effectiveness and efficiency of AFGSC platforms, training, and operations. Identifies technology solutions, partnerships and transition paths to meet the highest priorities of global strike forces. Studies and analyzes research and development conducted at universities, contractors, military laboratories, other government agencies, and foreign countries to maintain current technical expertise, to assess possible applications to AFGSC mission areas, and to anticipate the needs of global strike forces and thereby ensure that proper emphasis is placed on critical areas. Recommends initiatives and adjustments to current programs to avoid technological surprise and meet current and future Air Force needs. As an internationally recognized scientific expert, provides technical expertise, stature, and experience necessary to serve as the senior interface between AFGSC and other commands, services, agencies, industry, and the scientific community. Fosters and leads efforts to ensure rapid transition of technology to Air Force operations. Serves as authoritative consultants or member on boards and/or panels charged with strengthening AFGSC interactions and ties with other commands, services, national and international government agencies, academia, industry and the public community. Recognizes and implements technological means to integrate air, space, and cyberspace, twenty-first century logistics, joint service and coalition operations. Authoritatively guides AFGSC core area technical programs in coordination with MAJCOM directors, NAF commanders, Air Staff and sponsoring agencies such as DARPA, DOE, NRO, NSA, etc. Plans, leads and conducts studies, assessments and creative concept development efforts to integrate scientific advances with high priority military requirements. Focuses technology solutions on maximizing the efficiency of effects-based operations. Programs require intensive and extensive exploration, involve many major and exceptionally critical scientific and enginee1ing problems, and are of national and international significance. Mentors and develops members of the staff across the command to assure technical quality and excellence in program execution in areas of highest interest to the Air Force. Advises the AFGSC Commander and directors of competence within the command, and thereby, significantly influences the Commander's decisions on delegation of programs and projects. Actively participates in AFGSC and AF professional training, awards, and civilian development programs.

Qualification

Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training, education, and experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry-out the duties of the position. Candidates must exemplify the corporate perspective, leadership vision, broad experience and character needed in the SES corps not only to satisfy the immediate vacancy, but future vacancies which will occur in a variety of organizations, functions and locations. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume (not to exceed 2 pages). Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Candidates must have one year (1) specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-14/GG-14/Pay Band 4/5) or equivalent or specialized experience obtained in the private sector related to the duties of this SL position. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ1 - Advanced interdisciplinary nuclear/global strike technologies, and expert knowledge of national research and development programs and the relationships among all elements of Research and Development communities sufficient to make authoritative scientific, technical, and programmatic recommendations to top national leadership on the technological enhancement of nuclear deterrence and global strike capabilities. TQ2 - Extensive knowledge of the missions and roles of national and international defense components concerned with nuclear and global strike program development.

Education

For 0800, General Engineering Series: a. A professional engineering degree from an accredited institution is required. To be acceptable, the curriculum must: (1) be in a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) 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- b. A combination of education and experience as required by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Acceptable combinations of education and experience can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf - To qualify for the OPM 1301 series (General Physical Science), candidates must have a degree in physical science, engineering, or mathematics, including specific coursework in physical sciences. a. Applicants must have successfully completed a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in physical science, engineering, or mathematics. This must include at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, covering subjects such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. - OR- b. Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Evaluations

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQ) listed above. TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Applicants will be evaluated against the qualifications requirements by a screening panel composed of senior executives and/or general officers selected for organizational and/or functional backgrounds relevant to this position. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. Final selection is contingent on approval by the Under Secretary of the Air Force.