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Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies in the Naval Acquisition Development Program (NADP) with Naval Information Warfare Systems Command. 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. Responsibilities You will work collaboratively with engineering and program office personnel supporting a range of Navy ship and/or submarine programs as a member of a cost estimating team. You will perform extensive data analytics on cost, technical/engineering, economic, and programmatic data. You will convert quantitative and qualitative data into defendable cost estimates to include data collection and normalization, research, statistical analysis, in the ultimate development of estimating methodologies and cost estimates. You will develop, document, and present life cycle cost estimates, apply mathematical modeling techniques such as regression analysis, and evaluate cost estimates prepared by others. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must meet the following Basic Requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual: Applicants must possess: Degree in operations research; or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics. At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus. GS-09: In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Adapting analytical practices and techniques to specific situations and adjusting and relate data into technically sound results; 2) Using automated systems and computer programs to accomplish projects, designs, plans, and reports; and 3) Writing factual reports, correspondence, and documentation as well as demonstrating skill in oral communication. Note: This information must be clearly demonstrated in your resume to be considered for the position. GS-07: In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Assisting with mathematical, statistical or scientific analysis of data in support of operations; 2) Assisting with analyzing data to develop solutions to problems; 3) Assisting in identifying the correct mathematical or statistical model to use for a project; and 4) Developing written reports that detail results of analyses performed. Note: This information must be clearly demonstrated in your resume to be considered for the position. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/operations-research-series-1515/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Education In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience: FOR THE GS-07: Successfully completed one full year of graduate level education. OR Successfully completed a bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement. Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) through the following method (only one). No more than 10% of academic credit can be based on pass/fail or similar non-traditional grading systems.2.95 GPA overall or higher or in last 2 years (= or less than 10% Pass/Fail)3.45 GPA or higher in major or in last 2 years in major (= or less than 10% Pass/Fail) Upper 1/3 ranking in graduating class (You must submit proof with your application) National Scholastic Honor Society. Membership in a freshman honor society cannot be used to meet the requirements of this provision. (You must submit proof with your application). FOR THE GS-09: Successful completion of a master's or equivalent graduate degree OR Successful completion of two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree OR Possession of an LL.B. or J.D. that is related to this position being filled. https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/ OR A combination of specialized experience at the GS-07 level and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience. DEGREE AUDITS ARE NOT AN ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTE FOR TRANSCRIPTS. Additional Information This announcement uses the Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. A 40-hour work week is typical for this position. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. Physical Demands Work is sedentary. There may be occasional stress due to short timeframes. Some walking, standing, bending and carrying of light item may be required. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. Work Environment Work is mostly conducted in a typical office setting, which includes adequate ventilation, fighting and shelter. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.