Description du poste
This position is part of the CMEI Assistant Secretary for Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation, Department of Energy. As a Physical Scientist, you will serve as a subject matter expert in critical materials for the development and implementation of activities to improve research, development, demonstration and adoption of technologies.
PRINCIPALES MISSIONS :
The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies Office (AMMTO) works to drive and inspire innovation to transform materials and manufacturing for secure supply chains and a competitive energy economy. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As a Physical Scientist, you will: Direct and manage complex, high-visibility engineering and physical science programs of national significance. Serve as a top technical authority and expert consultant on interdisciplinary engineering and physical science matters. Formulate and evaluate long-range organizational policies, standards, objectives, and strategic plans. Oversee the design, execution, and evaluation of major technical projects, studies, and technological developments. Advise senior leadership and represent the agency on critical or controversial technical issues with internal and external stakeholders. Resolve unprecedented technical and programmatic problems where guidelines are absent, scarce, or conflicting.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES :
You must meet both the Basic Requirement and the Specialized Experience to qualify for this series as described below. BASIC REQUIREMENT: A. 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 B. 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. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-14 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of 3 of the following: Functioning as a recognized technical expert and consultant, applying advanced concepts in engineering and physics to evaluate major technical proposals, operational designs, or scientific data. Developing long-range plans, project strategies, operational policies, or technical standards to ensure successful program execution, resource alignment, and schedule adherence. Evaluating critical technical issues, assessing organizational impacts, and communicating complex technical information to brief senior management or represent the organization to external stakeholders. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. Lim