COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS QUALITY ANALYST WITH SECURITY CLEARANCE

Duties * Participates in identifying and correcting deficiencies identified through the Quality Assurance (QA) program. * Conducts Managerial Evaluations. * Conducts Equipment Evaluations. * Conducts Personnel Evaluations. * Accomplishes unit Technical Order Distribution Office (TODO) * Manages unit Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) Program. * Performs administrative and coordinative duties for the QA program. Requirements Conditions of Employment * U.S. Citizenship Required * Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov * 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/ * This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program * Disclosure of Political Appointments * Eligible for a Cost-of-Living-Allowance (COLA) which is subject to change without notice * May be required to possess a valid operator's license to drive a motor vehicle to and from various work sites. * Employee may be required to obtain an appropriate clearance to perform the work in sensitive areas. * This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use. * May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standards for Administrative and Management Positions, 0301 Series. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-ADMIN SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes utilization of Quality Assurance program concepts, principles, methodologies and inspection and evaluation techniques necessary to perform effective root cause, deficiency, and trend analysis procedures; body of laws, directives, regulations, policies and procedures governing the maintenance of electronic communications and computer systems, flight safety, occupational health, safety and environmental compliance. OR EDUCATION: Master's degree or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher education leading to such a degree OR have a LL.B or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. 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-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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. Thorough knowledge of Quality Assurance program concepts, principles, methodologies and inspection and evaluation techniques necessary to perform effective root cause, deficiency, and trend analysis procedures. 2. Extensive knowledge of the body of laws, directives, regulations, policies and procedures governing the maintenance of electronic communications and computer systems, flight safety, occupational health, safety and environmental compliance. 3. Knowledge of the structure, functions, program goals, objectives, work processes, and administrative operations of the organization. 4. Knowledge of electronic theories and practices of one or more complex integrated systems such as Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems, Radar Systems, Communication Consoles, High Frequency, Very High Frequency and Ultra High Frequency Radio Receivers/Transmitters/Transceivers, Meteorological and Navigational Systems, Computer Systems, Network Systems, Telephone Switch Systems; of such applications as radio, radar, digital or analog computers, digital display devices, and of the technology and practices which integrate these components into a total functional system. 5. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to equipment, programs and personnel with the fundamental purpose of evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness within equipment operating parameters, program guidelines and training effectiveness. 6. Skill in analyzing and interpreting applicable directives and guidance and applying knowledge to unit program, systems/equipment and personnel training deficiencies to improve them. 7. Ability to conduct inspections and evaluations, analyze the results, and recommend sound corrective measures for deficiencies and, when beneficial, adapt cross-flow improvements to ensure compliance with Air Force/DoD/Federal Aviation Administration directives and Public Law thereby resulting in effective, efficient and economic mission accomplishment. 8. Ability to communicate effectively in establishing effective working relationships with unit leadership, branch/section chiefs, and supervisors contributing to a cooperative work environment and successful accomplishment of the mission. 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. Education IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith 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. Additional information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are