General Engineer

Primarily works independently in motor vehicle standards preparation and standards implementation and maintenance. Is responsible for all technical regulatory and policy related issues regarding certain FMVSSs related to light duty vehicles. The incumbent is responsible for specified portions of the development and management of the routine parts of complex engineering projects. The incumbent has technical responsibility for the interpretation and application of the findings. The incumbent provides necessary but routine analyses in support of crashworthiness and biomechanical engineering aspects of rulemaking activities. Specifically the incumbent performs the following duties:

• Program Management and Team Leader
• Safety Standards Planning and Engineering Analyses
• Safety Standards Preparation Preamble and Promulgation
• Safety Standards Implementation and Maintenance
• State-of-the-Art Update and Assessment of Safety Standards and Safety Problem

The ideal candidate: This position is perfect for innovative process driven detail oriented and seasoned professionals seeking a position that will provide an opportunity to utilize strong leadership skills and technical expertise in the area of vehicle safety within a great Federal agency whose focus involves public safety. We are seeking highly qualified individuals who are willing to meet the fast-paced challenges of public service while supporting our mission to reduce the number of fatalities and injuries resulting from motor vehicle crashes. NHTSA desires someone who is a highly motivated self-starter who can effectively communicate both within the agency and with external stakeholders.

• Must meet specialized experience stated in Qualifications section
• Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date
• Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

As a condition of employment for accepting this position you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

• SELECTIVE SERVICE:Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
• GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD:This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.
• BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:A background security investigation is required for all selected individuals. Appointment will be subject to the applicants successful completion of the security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
• PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
• TIME-IN-GRADE:Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower gradein the competitive or excepted service in the executive branch to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300 Subpart F.

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position you must (1) meet the Education Requirement for the series (2) provide a copy of transcripts for verification AND (3) meet either the education or experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.

To qualify for the GS-14 you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-13 it must include:

• Experience developing solutions to technical problems by applying engineering methods and principles in vehicle technologies occupant safety and injury biomechanics.
• Experience communicating orally and in writing so that the expression is logical clear and convincing.
• Experience in the identification analysis and quantification of engineering problems related to motor vehicle safety standards and regulations and formulating actions required for their solution.

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. Engineering Knowledge and Experience- Demonstrated knowledge of engineering methods and principles in vehicle technologies occupant safety and injury biomechanics.
2. Execution of Engineering Programs- Skill in applying engineering concepts and theories to the solution of engineering problems.
3. Communication- Demonstrated quality in written and oral communication.
4. Vehicle Safety Regulatory Experience -Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Part 571 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and NHTSA Regulations.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional philanthropic religious spiritual community student social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.

For additional information about applying to Federal positions please click on the following link: applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.