Modeling No Experience Jobs in Reston, VA (NOW HIRING)

Summary
This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.
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Duties
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As a NUCLEAR SURETY MODELING AND SIMULATION SPECIALIST at the GS-0301-13 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• The incumbent serves as computer modeling and simulation project manager, which oversees development of customer's virtual (model) environment and identifies opportunities for physical security improvement to include the customer's environment subject matter expertise.
• Oversees development of customer's virtual (model) environment and identifies opportunities for physical security improvement.
• Develops tailored high-fidelity models of customer environments, facilities, materials, and personnel demonstrating the full spectrum of U.S. nuclear physical security tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Serves as the focal point and subject matter expert for the DOD Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Center of Excellence for nuclear physical security.
• Coordinates nuclear security M&S tasks and requirements within the DTRA M&S Center and Services. Develops tactical scenarios and conditions to be modeled, garners physical security subject matter expertise input to the functionality and realism of model outcomes.
• Assists DTRA contracting personnel by serving as the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative for each assigned program.
• May oversee the project execution of a contracted modeling and simulation staff, as applicable.

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This is an in-person position located at Ft. Belvoir, VA and may be eligible for limited, situational telework subject to supervisory approval, not to exceed current Agency guidelines and is not eligible for remote telework.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance.
• Travel in the performance of temporary assignments may be required up to 30% of duty time CONUS/OCONUS.
• A valid driver's license is required to support travel requirements.
• Must consent to and pass pre-employment drug testing and be subject to periodic random drug testing thereafter.
• Position may require specialized training that will be provided by the Agency.
• May be required to rapidly report to duty station or deploy to other designated location; may be required to work an irregular schedule and/or overtime.
• Valid Passport Required.

Qualifications
You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications:
A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service:
- Integrated customer considerations and requirements into the development of computer modeling and simulation models, such as virtual facilities, landscapes, or vehicles.
- Utilized specialized modeling software applications, including AVERT, DANTE, JCATS, and SIMAJIN, to perform technical assessments.
- Managed simulated (virtual) combat environments to evaluate tactical scenarios and mission effectiveness.
- Interpreted modeling inputs and outputs to present data-driven results and strategic briefings to senior leadership.
(Experience must be clearly demonstrated in your resume)
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.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
Additional information
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:
Special Hiring Authority for Veterans
Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/)
The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.
Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information.
For more information, please visit
https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d
Re-employed Annuitant: This position Does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF?ver=LQ7feWw-8-5DI2tceUpmgA%3d%3d
This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment.
You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.
Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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