SENIOR TECHNICAL PHYSICAL SCIENTIST

You will serve as the Celestial Reference Frame Director (CRFD) Senior Technical Physical Scientist and be located at Naval Observatory (USNO) headquarters, in Washington DC.

The U.S. Naval Observatory (USNO) is a fourth echelon command reporting to Commander, Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command (COMNAVMETOCCOM) for operations, and the Commander, Naval Information Forces (NAVIFOR) as the Type Commander. Click "Learn more about this agency" for more detail on USNO.

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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, your resume must show that you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications:

• TQ 1. Demonstrated experience in Celestial Reference Frames (CRF) and Earth Orientation, including practical applications, conventional scientific/technical standards, and international collaboration standards.
• TQ 2. Comprehensive theoretical and technical knowledge of DoD requirements for CRF and Earth Orientation, with the proven ability to research, evaluate, and advocate for capabilities that improve the security, integrity, and operations of CRF programs.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:

• 1301 General Physical Science Series

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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.