Mechanical Engineer

This vacancy is for a GS-0830-9/11/12, Mechanical Engineer located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, SFLC ESD MAIN PROPULSION SYS SEC -SFLC-ESD-NAME-MAIN PROP in BALTIMORE, Maryland.

You will serve as a Mechanical Engineer and be responsible for serving as an engineer for shipboard propulsion machinery equipment for mechanical engineering issues. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring all tasks assigned are completed and delivered on time. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Serving as an engineer in learning to coordinate and integrate the planning, programming, development, oversight, scheduling, and overall management of resources for multi-phase projects. Analyzing performance data and prepare technical reports to be used by engineers, managers, or operators. Consulting with SMEs within MPMS and applies technical knowledge of professional engineering and scientific concepts, methods, and procedures to analyze and define the requirements of multi-phase project; and uses proven concepts and practices on systems or equipment to correctly evaluate problem resolution alternatives or the risk associated with using or replacing a nonconforming component. Serving as a technical specialist in the development, design, and integration of assigned mechanical engineering technologies, equipment, or systems. Reviewing plans, specifications, and cost estimates for technical adequacy. Reports progress and/or problems Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume: Social Security Number (SSN) Date of Birth (DOB) Photos of yourself (if included on your resume you will not be considered for this position) Personal information: such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. Key Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov A one-year probationary period may be required. To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation. This position requires a public trust clearance. This is not a Bargaining Unit position. Must upload transcripts. Selectee must be able to obtain/maintain a valid state driver's license. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit. USA Hire Assessment: After submitting your application, if an additional assessment is required, you will receive an email invitation. Please note that this assessment must be completed within 48 hours of the vacancy closing date and as specified in the email.