PHYSICAL SCIENTIST

United States Fleet Forces Command · Department of the Navy

📍 Monterey, California 💰 $93358 – $145468/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: United States Fleet Forces Command
Department: Department of the Navy
Location: Monterey, California
Salary: $93358 – $145468/yr
Hiring Path: Public
Number of Openings: 1
Telework Eligible: Yes
Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information
Date Posted: 2026-09-01
Application Deadline: 2026-09-08

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Job Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Key Responsibilities

You will produce and distribute meteorology and oceanography (METOC) products and data to support the operating forces of the U.S. Department of Defense, allied forces, and other U.S. government agencies.

Requirements & Education

Applicants must meet the following positive education qualifications requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual and must possess: Basic Requirements: Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.

or 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.

In addition to meeting the basic entry qualification requirements above, applicants must have specialized experience and/or directly related education as below: GS-11:3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree There is no education substitution for the GS-12. College transcripts must be provided with application to be considered.

Contact

macey.a.basham.civ@us.navy.mil

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with United States Fleet Forces Command, Department of the Navy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $93358 – $145468/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-08.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.