Duties - You will serve as an Astronomer in the Earth Orientation Parameter (EOP) Combination and Prediction Division, Earth Orientation Department (N3EO), U.S. Naval Observatory (USNO), WASHINGTON, DC.
- You will participate in the development and execution of EOP parameter operations.
- You will process and analyze EOP input data time series and improve complex software for polar motion, Universal Time, and nutation using Very Long Baseline Interferometry, analysis of orbits of GPS satellites, and other data input series.
- You will participate in geodesy-related research such as analyzing geophysical data and models for applicability to improving estimation and prediction of EOPs.
- You will participate in a wide variety of communication including writing/presenting scientific and technical material; creating SOPs; documenting software; and collaborating with USNO/Dod scientists and experts.
Requirements Conditions of Employment - Must be a US Citizen.
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
- New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
- Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final TOP SECRET SCI security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required.
- This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS.
- You may be required to complete a Security+ training certification or equivalent in order to carry out Scientific Computer Systems duties.
Qualifications BASIC REQUIREMENTS :
- Degree in one or a combination of astronomy, physics, mathematics, space science, or electronics. The course work must have included differential and integral calculus and 12 semester hours in astronomy and/or physics. (Transcripts must be provided)
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- Combination of education and experience -- at least 30 semester hours of courses equivalent to a major in any combination of astronomy, space science, physics, mathematics, and electronics, with required course work as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
Experience GS-12: In addition to the basic requirements listed above, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level:
- Experience planning significant projects, advising on improvement of instrumentation, software, or procedural methods;
- Experience ensuring specialized equipment and software is identified, procured, modified, installed, and meets all IA and division requirements.
- Experience analyzing, validating, and reviewing EOP data inputs.
- Experience with high-level computer languages such as C, C++, FORTRAN, and Python.
- Experience documenting technical notes, preparing scientific papers, and presenting the results of research at scientific meetings.
GS-11: In addition to the basic requirements listed above, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level:
- Experience analyzing, validating, and reviewing EOP data inputs.
- Experience with high-level computer languages such as C, C++, FORTRAN, and Python.
- Experience developing and executing astronomy operations.
- Experience documenting technical notes, preparing scientific papers, and presenting the results of research at scientific meetings.
Additional Information THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE ANNOUNCEMENT. Occasional evening/weekend/holiday work is required. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements.#J-18808-Ljbffr