Remote Flight Simulator Engineer Jobs in California

Summary
The primary purpose of this position is: To oversee operations and associated ground academic resources of all COMPASS CALL simulator training devices.
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Duties
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Duties :

• Represents the 42 ECS commander and is the primary point of contact for all COMPASS CALL simulator functions and activities.
• Subject Matter Expert for technical issues at source selections, engineering design reviews, program management reviews, and all other test, logistics, or technical interchange meetings for acquisition, modification, and support of COMPASS CALL authorized training devices (ATD).
• Provides initial and continuation training as a certified instructor in the COMPASS CALL ATDs and/or in the classroom environment.
• Attends applicable periodic command conferences concerning ATD instruction.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft/vehicle to conferences, meetings, or functions away from the duty office/location. Travel may include overnight stays.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or Shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours.
• Formal training as a platform instructor or equivalent practical experience is required.
• Training in the concepts of instructional systems development, tactics or equivalent practical experience is required.
• Individuals must be mobile to work in and around the confines of the simulator that is not accessible by wheelchairs.

Qualifications
Conditions of Employment:

• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TOP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of specialized subject matter or program areas for the operations, products, services, needs, and goals of programs and other organizations serviced to develop original designs, concepts, or visual styles in a joint training environment, exhibits, or presentation materials that present the ideas or image desired by the organization, that are used in simulation training environment, or that reduce the cost of production, installation, or maintenance of the visual product. Extensive knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques associated with the development and production of original graphics and visual information programs. Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of administrative and technical programs, along with knowledge of the mission, organization, and work processes of programs throughout ACC, the organizational goals of 42 ECS, and the relationships of administrative support activities including contract development, oversight, QA, facility planning, budget planning, security management, and technical development critical to the EA-37B simulator functions and activities. Knowledge is applied in conducting studies, analyzing findings and making recommendations on substantive operating programs required to develop and support 42 ECS consistent with AF, DOD, and Combatant Commander's electronic warfare needs.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
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. Knowledge and skill to apply established instructional methods, processes, procedures and related technology for the development of course materials, instructional methods and techniques.
2. Knowledge of agency Command program goals and objectives. Understand methods of evaluating effectiveness of planning actions related to actual events and the relationship of various government entities. Be involved in overall program planning, execution of military intelligence operations and related training activities.
3. Skills in conducting comprehensive studies, preparing solutions to resolve substantive problems, issues of effectiveness and efficiency of work operations in a major/combatant command program.
4. Ability to plan, organize and interact effectively with senior analysts and management. Be able to accept and implement recommendations where proposals involve substantial resources and extensive changes in established concepts and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Have the skills to coordinate complex issues and maintain good working relationships with all associated persons.
5. Ability to instruct certified training courses in a classroom environment. Ability to manage and prioritize training for operational squadrons and FTU to optimize utilization of simulators and facilities.
6. Ability to supervise, mentor, motivate, appraise, and work with subordinate supervisors and non-supervisory employees. Ability to maintain an up-to-date awareness of technological advances and predict how management can meet future requirements.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.
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Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.
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