civil engineer

civil engineer Saint Louis, MO

National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
Full Time Saint Louis, MO 149110 - 69107 USD ANNUAL Today
Job description

civil

Duties

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ***ACTUAL DUTY LOCATIONS: St. Louis, MO; Holloman AFB, NM; White Sands MSL RGE, NM; Vandenberg AFB, CA***

This announcement is specifically for an NGA External Hiring Event (Blitz) that will take place June 24, 2023 in the Saint Louis, MO area. This announcement is for external applicants only (non NGA employees).

To be considered applicants MUST submit a resume for the desired work roles in NGA Candidate Gateway (CG) by 11:59PM EST on June 10th. Please do not submit more than 2 work role applications. Those who submit more than two work role applications will not be considered. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified via email on June 20 to schedule an in-person interview on June 24. Specific details for the event will be provided within the email invite. All applicants selected for an interview, must do so in-person, at the location specified. Please note that NGA will not reimburse travel expenses for this event. If you are currently a federal employee, you must bring copies of your SF-50 to the interview.

All applicants must be U.S. citizens at the time of application. Applicants must be eligible and able to meet the agency's conditions of employment, to include NGA fitness for employment standards, Security Clearance (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information), Polygraph, Drug Testing, Two Year Probationary Period, and Direct Deposit Requirement. NGA does not guarantee any applicant the extension of an official offer of employment; however, NGA will be screening all employment applicants against its current and future manpower requirements. Selected applicants will be considered for the Agency's Hiring Pool. Selected candidates must be willing to relocate in support of mission requirements.

The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) serves as the world leader in providing timely, relevant, accurate and actionable geospatial intelligence (GEOINT). NGA's civilian, military and contract personnel evaluate imagery, maps, charts, multiple layers of foundation data - such as terrain, elevation and gravity - and the full spectrum of visible and invisible light in order to help users visualize what is happening at a particular place and time. NGA uses a flexible, high mobility career model. Individuals are hired for their overall skills within a specialty such as Geodetic Surveyor, and then placed in various positions throughout the agency once they complete the clearance process. Although currently advertised as a non-supervisory, permanent, telework-ineligible job posting with 25% or less travel, it is unknown which specific positions will be available after applicants complete the selection and clearance process. Because of this, aspects of the job such as travel, supervisory, telework, etc. may change, depending on specific positions available at that time. It is also possible that applicants could be hired into a position with specific aspects and then change positions after serving for a period of time in that assignment. Applicants who have completed the clearance process receive final documentation about the nature of the specific position before they make the final commitment to join NGA.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Security Investigation

SPECIAL INFO:
As a condition of employment at NGA, persons being considered for employment must meet NGA fitness for employment standards.

  • U.S. Citizenship Required

  • Security Clearance (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information)

  • Polygraph Test Required

  • Position Subject to Drug Testing

  • Two Year Probationary Period

  • Direct Deposit Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
You must be able to obtain and retain a Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information. In addition, you are subject to a Counterintelligence Polygraph examination in order to maintain access to Top Secret information. All employees are subject to a periodic examination on a random basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Refusal to take the examination may result in denial of access to Top Secret information, SAP, and/or unescorted access to SCIFs.

Employees with SCI access and who are under NGA cognizance are required to submit a Security Financial Disclosure Report, SF-714, on an annual basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Failure to comply may negatively impact continued access to Top Secret information, Information Systems, SAP, and/or unescorted access to SCIFs.


NGA utilizes all processes and procedures of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). Non-executive NGA employees are assigned to five distinct pay bands based on the type and scope of work performed. The employee's base salary is established within their assigned pay band based on their unique qualifications. A performance pay process is conducted each year to determine a potential base pay salary increase and/or bonus. An employee's annual performance evaluation is a key factor in the performance pay process. Employees on term or temporary appointments are not eligible to apply for internal assignment opportunity notices.

This position is a DCIPS position in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1601. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are an external applicant claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must self-identify your eligibility.

Qualifications

MANDATORY QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: For this particular job, applicants must meet all competencies reflected under the Mandatory Qualification Criteria to include education (if required). Online resumes must demonstrate qualification by providing specific examples and associated results, in response to the announcement's mandatory criteria specified in this vacancy announcement:

1. Demonstrated experience measuring, processing, and publishing geodetic data derived from geodetic surveying operations.
2. Demonstrated experience utilizing proper operations and application of best practices using GNSS receivers, data collectors, electronic/robotic total stations, and/or terrestrial/mobile LiDAR.
3. Demonstrated experience with Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) baseline processing and/or least squares adjustment software.
4. Proven ability to perform field work in harsh environmental conditions that frequently change.
5. Demonstrated experience conducting scientific or statistical analysis and drawing appropriate conclusions and interpretations of the data.
6. Demonstrated experience leading efforts and/or small teams.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: A. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Geodesy, Mathematics, Physical Science, or a related discipline that includes at least 30 semester (45 quarter) hours of coursework in any combination of Astronomy, Cartography, Computer Science, Engineering Science, Geodesy, Geodetic Surveying, Geology, Geomatics, Geophysics, Geographic Information Systems, Mathematics, Meteorology, Orbital Mechanics, Photogrammetry, Physical Science, Physics, Remote Sensing, or Surveying. Coursework must include differential and integral calculus. -OR- B. Combination of Education and Experience: A minimum of 30 semester (45 quarter) hours of coursework in any area listed in option A, plus appropriate experience conducting work related to Civil Engineering, Geodesy, Geophysics, Geotechnical Analysis, Surveying, or a related field that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties associated with this work. As a rule, every 30 semester (45 quarter) hours of coursework is equivalent to one year of experience. Candidates should show that their combination of education and experience totals 4 years. -AND- LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Registration as a Professional Engineer or Land Surveyor is highly desirable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT: Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over; Heavy carrying, 45 pounds and over; Straight pulling; Pushing; Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Use of hands; Walking; Prolonged periods of standing; Crawling; Kneeling; Repeated bending; Climbing, use of legs and arms; Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle; Depth perception; Hearing (aid permitted); Distinguish principal colors and shades/hues of principal colors; Near visual acuity of 20/20 or better with or without corrective lenses; Far visual acuity of 20/30 or better binocular with or without corrective lenses

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENT: Working outside and inside; Working around excessive noise, intermittent; Exposure to fumes, smoke, or gases; Working around slippery or uneven walking surfaces; Working around machinery with moving parts; Working around moving objects or vehicles; Working on ladders or scaffolding; Working below ground; Repetitive physical tasks; Working in harsh environments

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: In addition to the mandatory qualifications, experience in the following is desired:

1. Experience collecting, processing, or analyzing LiDAR data utilizing terrestrial, mobile, or airborne LiDAR platforms.
2. Experience collecting, processing, or analyzing geophysical data, such as gravity, magnetics, or astronomic positions or azimuths.
3. Demonstrates critical thinking by identifying problems, evaluating data, and establishing a resolution for an issue.

Additional information

ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION: Geodetic Surveyors typically have knowledge and experience in one or both of the following areas:
  • Geodetic Surveying (geodetic positioning, geodetic azimuths, vertical levels, and LiDAR)
  • Geophysical Surveying (astronomic positions, astronomic azimuths, gravity, and magnetics)

Geodetic surveyors travel frequently and work outdoors, sometimes in remote or harsh environments, or extreme weather conditions. They are detail-oriented, with strong mathematical, computer, and technical skills. They use critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills to adapt to changing field conditions and troubleshoot equipment and software issues.

  • Participate in geodetic and geophysical surveys as a team lead or team member
  • Follow standard processes and guidance to perform geodetic and geophysical surveys
  • Independently compute, process, adjust, and evaluate basic survey data
  • Prepare field notes, reference maps, and sketches for geodetic and geophysical survey projects
  • Perform quality control on geodetic and geophysical survey adjustments and publications
  • Incorporate advances in the field of geodesy and geophysics to improve data collection and analysis processes
  • May be required to work evening and night shifts, weekends and holidays

In addition to addressing the mandatory and desirable requirements, it is recommended that candidates document the following:
  • Coursework or foundational knowledge in calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, and advanced statistics, geodesy, and geophysics.
  • Use of geodetic or geophysical equipment and software
  • Participation in field surveys, including the types of field surveys and their role(s) in the surveys (project management, team lead/crew chief, team member, data processing/analysis, survey publication, or quality control).

This position may be eligible for a RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE: selected candidates may be offered an incentive as part of the offer of employment. To receive the incentive, selected candidates must be eligible under 5 CFR Part 575, Subpart A, upon issuance of the Final Offer Letter. Changes in federal employment status prior to issuance of the Final Offer Letter may affect eligibility. To receive the incentive, selected candidates will be required to sign a service agreement to stay within the position at NGA for the agreed upon time. If the service agreement is terminated before its completion, the employee may be required to repay a pro rata share amount of the incentive to the government. Additional information regarding recruitment incentives for current federal employees can be found in DoDI 1400.25, Volume 2006.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants are not required to submit a cover letter. The entire cover letter cannot exceed the specified limits provided in the Cover Letter field (3,000 characters). Pages exceeding this limit will not be considered. The cover letter is recommended but is not required for employment consideration with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Applicants should place their narrative information in the Cover Letter / Other Professional Details field.

APPLICANT EVALUATION PROCESS: Applicants will be evaluated for this job opportunity in three stages:

1) All applicants will be evaluated using the Mandatory Qualification Criteria,

2) Qualified applicants will then be evaluated by an expert or panel of experts using a combination of qualification criteria to determine the best-qualified candidates,

3) Best-qualified applicants may then be further evaluated through an interview process.

Military retiree applicants, if selected, may be impacted by the 180-day appointment restrictions of DODI 1402.01. HD personnel will provide additional information if applicable.

Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the Assignment Description, Additional Information Provided By the Selecting Official, and the Qualification Requirements; and then construct their resumes to highlight their most relevant and significant experience and education for this job opportunity. This description should include examples that detail the level and complexity of the performed work. Applicants are encouraged to provide any education information referenced in the announcement. If education is listed as a mandatory requirement, only degrees obtained from an institution accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Secretary, US Department of Education will be accepted.

In accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code, annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense shall receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They shall not be eligible for retirement contributions, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, or a supplemental or redetermined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (i.e., retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8414(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment as appropriate. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives.)

All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation.

NGA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applications will only be accepted online. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us at [email protected]. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

Disabled applicants are encouraged to apply directly to external job announcements in addition to the Resume Repository. NGA reserves the right to direct hire Disabled Veterans with 30%+ Comp in alignment with the NGA Hiring Strategy. By selecting this option on the application form and applying to the NGA Resume Repository, you may be considered for future direct hire against critical mission vacancies. Participation does not guarantee employment.

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  • Required Documents

    As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

    None

    If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

    Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

    Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

  • How to Apply

    Application submission involves applying using NGA's on-line application process. Application instructions can be found by visiting https://www.nga.mil/careers/Hiring_Process.html and reading the FAQs.

    All announcements close at 11:59PM EDT on the closing date listed. Be sure to complete and submit your application by that time in order to be considered.

    ONLY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

    Agency contact information

    Recruitment

    Phone

    571-557-1999

    Email

    [email protected]

    Address

    NATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
    Mailstop: S44-HDR
    7500 GEOINT Drive
    Springfield, VA 22150
    US

    Next steps

    After visiting https://www.nga.mil/careers/Hiring_Process.html and applying via NGA's on-line application process, applicants can follow their status via that same NGA on-line application functionality. Several other topics relating to what is involved in the hiring process and how long it takes can be found by visiting https://www.nga.mil/careers/Hiring_Process.html and choosing Frequently Asked Questions.

  • Fair and Transparent

    The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

    • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
    • Reasonable accommodation policy
    • Financial suitability
    • Selective Service
    • New employee probationary period
    • Signature and false statements
    • Privacy Act
    • Social security number request

Required Documents

None

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.


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About National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

CEO: Vice Admiral Frank Whitworth
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 10000+ Employees
Type: Government
Website: www.nga.mil
Year Founded: 1996

civil engineer
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

www.nga.mil
Springfield, VA
Vice Admiral Frank Whitworth
Unknown / Non-Applicable
10000+ Employees
Government
Aerospace & Defense
1996
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