This vacancy is for a GS-0801-13, General Engineer located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, OFFICE OF AVIATION ACQUISITION MH-60T ACQUISITION/SUSTAINMENT PROGRAM CG-AIR-A2 in ELIZABETH CITY, North Carolina.
You will serve as a/an General Engineer and be responsible for developing, replacing and/or upgrading systems on surface assets, as well as for shore-based systems and aviation platforms.
Serves as a technical expert in assessment of systems engineering and architecture of inter-related systems and components; these may include sensors, communications, and decision support systems, computer systems, software systems and networks infrastructure systems that support the breadth of USCG systems. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team.
Typical work assignments include: Collaborating in the development of the system architecture, defining and allocating requirements, evaluating design tradeoffs, balancing technical risk between systems, defining, and assessing interfaces, monitoring of verification and validation activities, as well as many other tasks. Developing, analyzing, and reviewing designs, specifications, and independent cost estimates for a variety of complex systems and components.
Serving as a technical expert in assessment of systems engineering and architecture of inter-related systems and components. Assisting in preparing asset specific plans for all T&E events, gathers inputs from field sites, operational sponsors, or other stakeholder units. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Works to achieve and maintain Level II Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) Certification.
Works to achieve and maintain Level III Systems Engineering Certification.
Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.
DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.
Daisy.V.Valentin@uscg.mil · 202-327-2000
This position is with U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security.
The posted pay range is $106437 – $138370/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-05.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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