Air Force Computer Science Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Duties THIS IS A T32 EXCEPTED SERVICE, PERMANENT POSITION. The primary purpose of the RPA SENSOR OPERATOR (INSTRUCTOR) (ACCELERATED HIRE), GS-2101-11, is to perform duties as a mission crew member on Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA). RPA Sensor Operators employ airborne sensors in manual or computer-assisted modes to actively acquire, track, and monitor airborne, maritime and ground objects. Operates mission equipment, systems, and electronic protection (EP) equipment. Personnel conduct operations and procedures IAW Special Instructions (SPINS), Air Tasking Orders (ATO) and Rules of Engagement (ROE). Sensor Operators continually monitor aircraft and weapons systems status to ensure lethal and non-lethal application of airpower, this position is a rated aircrew member on flying status involved in the sensor operation in addition to assisting a rated pilot with various mission tasks. This is an open until filled announcement. The announcement will be posted until all positions have been filled. Applications will be reviewed every 30 days and you will receive an email regarding your application status when reviewed. Announcement is subject to close at any time upon selection (prior to advertised closing date). May make additional selections within 90 days of eligible(s) issuance. Requirements Conditions of employment CALIFORNIA NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the California National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. If you are interested in joining the California National Guard, please contact a California National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. https://ca.nationalguard.com/california Compatible Military Assignment and Grade are required. Military technicians must be assigned to a military position in the same unit which they are employed or, in a unit that is supported by the employing activity. Military technicians must hold the military grade specified for the position. Priority Areas(s) of Consideration: Priority consideration is first given to the areas below. AREA I= Current California National Guard employees who are serving on a Permanent/Indefinite/Temporary appointment. AREA II= Current California National Guard members. AREA III= Current military members of the Air Force/Army National Guard, Air Force/Army Reserve or Air Force/Army Active Duty. (Applicants who are currently in other Air/Army branches and NOT currently a member of the California National Guard (CNG) must become a member of a compatible unit of assignment within the Air Force CNG commensurate with the military grade listed in this announcement prior to federal assignment). Military Grades: E-1 through E-7 Recruitment/Relocation Recruitment/Relocation Incentive MAY BE authorized, subject to funding and approval. PCS Relocation Costs MAY BE authorized subject to provisions of the Joint Travel Regulation, funding, and an agency determination that a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move is in the Government's best interest. * Must maintain appropriate level of security clearance. * Must obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance and be eligible for access to Special Compartmented Information (SCI). * May be required to successfully complete a one or two year trial period. * Must wear appropriate military uniform including required grooming standards. * Must maintain a compatible military unit, grade and job assignment as required by current directives. * Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Must obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance and be eligible for access to Special Compartmented Information (SCI) Qualifications General Experience: Possess experience, education, or training interpreting, explaining, and/or applying a variety of regulations and procedures; Experience using computer and automation system; Experience communicating with others. RPA SENSOR OPERATOR (INSTRUCTOR) (ACCELERATED HIRE), GS-2101-11: Must have at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-09 level experience in mission planning for preflight, in-flight, ground or command and control (C2) duties according to specific transportation functions; Receiving, interpreting, extracting, and disseminating relevant data for mission planning or execution; Experience coordinating and negotiating with organizations/personnel both orally and in writing to resolve differences/problems. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies: * Instruct
* Planning and Evaluating
* Remote Sensing
* Technical CompetenceEducation N/A Additional information As a condition of employment, new appointees are required to serve a trial period. Individuals who are initially appointed to a permanent or indefinite position in the CMD must complete a one (1) or two (2) year trial period subject to appointment type (DSMT or T5) and veteran's preference. Trial periods for federal excepted service employees are established under 5 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter A-Part 11. MILITARY MEMBERS WITH BONUSES: Upon acceptance of a military technician position military members who are currently receiving a military Reenlistment/Extension Bonus (REB) or GI Bill-SR Kicker may lose incentive eligibility and may be subject to termination or suspension of incentive (includes indefinite and temporary technicians on assignment for more than 180 days in any continuous 12-month period). If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( ). If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, please email or Fax to 916-854-3439.