Research General Engineer

This vacancy is for a GS-0801-13, Research General Engineer located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, CG R and D CENTER TECHNICAL DIVISION in NEW LONDON, Connecticut. This Vacancy announcement has been extended from 8/14/20206 to 08/21/2026

As a Research General Engineer in the Technical Division at the Coast Guard Research and Development Center (RDC), you will join a fast-paced, diverse, and collaborative group of scientists and engineers working under the Autonomy research program. You will participate in the execution of projects as a member, and leader, of teams conducting applied research to support all 11 missions of the Coast Guard. Successful projects identify transformative technologies and new techniques to improve the mission performance of the Service. Assignments include project management, test design and execution, technology foraging, prototyping, data analysis, and reporting. The focus of this position is to apply the required research, development, test, and analysis methodologies to mature novel concepts and transition tangible results to the fleet. Specific competencies include remote sensing, machine learning, computer vision, control systems, uncrewed systems, advanced networking, test engineering, and integration of autonomy into legacy or emerging systems. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Executing the planning, programming, scheduling, and management of resources and milestones for multiphase research projects in the field of Autonomy. Applying research methodologies to problem areas that are highly complex, answering important questions related to autonomous technology development and integration. Designing comprehensive test and evaluation plans to govern dynamic data generation events. Design and engineering of prototypes, and integration schemes, for application of autonomous technology within USCG systems. Engaging with autonomous technology development partners and conducting literature reviews to build and maintain knowledge of emerging technology, practices and techniques. Analyzing mission and USCG operator needs to develop preliminary requirements for autonomous systems that address capability gaps. Writing comprehensive research reports, presenting findings to sponsors and stakeholders, and briefing a wide range of audiences from field technicians and operators to senior level agency executives. 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 Secret clearance. This is not a Bargaining Unit position. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit. Time-in-Grade requirement must be met by the closing date of the vacancy. The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule, C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.